About the Author

Thatcher Healy

Internal Medicine Resident, OHSU Hillsboro Medical Center

Dr. Healy is a resident physician at OHSU Hillsboro Medical Center. He completed his medical degree at OHSU in 2024. In addition to his clinical training, Dr. Healy is an active researcher with a growing focus on preventive cardiology, particularly in the area of Lp(a), an underrecognized but significant genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease.