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Richard Kovacs, MD, Cardiology, Indianapolis, IN

Richard J Kovacs MD MACC (He/Him)


Q.E. and Sally Russell Professor, Indiana University School of Medicine Chief Medical Officer American College of Cardiology

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  • 1801 N Senate BlvdE379Indianapolis, IN 46202

  • Phone+1 317-962-0551

  • Fax+1 317-962-0065

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Summary

  • Dr. Richard Kovacs, based in Indianapolis, IN, is a seasoned cardiologist with expertise in non-invasive cardiology and clinical pharmacology. He completed his medical education at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and furthered his training with a fellowship and residencies at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Currently serving as Chief Medical Officer at the American College of Cardiology and the QE and Sally Russel Professor at the Indiana University School of Medicine, Dr. Kovacs is experienced in general cardiology-related conditions, drug safety, sports cardiology and health policy. He has contributed to multiple publications on topics ranging from narcolepsy to myocardial infarction classification. Dr. Kovacs has also been involved in clinical trials concerning atrial fibrillation and cognitive improvement in schizophrenia. His accolades include being named a Sagamore of the Wabash by the Governor of Indiana and receiving recognition as a Master from the American College of Cardiology.

Education & Training

  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986
  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1982 - 1985
  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1980 - 1982
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
    University of Cincinnati College of MedicineClass of 1980

Certifications & Licensure

  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 1982 - 2027
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License 2007 - 2018
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease
    American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Alpha Omega Alpha 2023
  • Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014-2022
  • Master American College of Cardiology, 2020

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented Times  
    Richard Kovacs, MD, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging

Lectures

  • How to Prevent Atrial Fibrillation: Risk Factor Modification 
    2019 ACC Scientific Session & Expo, New Orleans - 3/16/2019
  • Sports Cardiology 
    2019 ACC Scientific Session & Expo, New Orleans - 3/16/2019

Authored Content

  • Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented TimesMay 2020

Press Mentions

  • ACC Streamlines Cardiac Accreditation for International Hospital Systems
    ACC Streamlines Cardiac Accreditation for International Hospital SystemsFebruary 4th, 2026
  • Joint Commission Partners with the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and American College of Cardiology (ACC) to Leverage Clinical Data and Patient Outcomes in New Certification
    Joint Commission Partners with the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and American College of Cardiology (ACC) to Leverage Clinical Data and Patient Outcomes in New CertificationJanuary 29th, 2026
  • Joint Commission Partners with STS, ACC on New Cardiac Care Certification
    Joint Commission Partners with STS, ACC on New Cardiac Care CertificationJanuary 29th, 2026

Committees

  • member, 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction

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