
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
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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 MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986
Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1982 - 1985
Indiana University School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1980 - 1982
University of Cincinnati College of MedicineClass of 1980
Certifications & Licensure
IN State Medical License 1982 - 2027
MI State Medical License 2007 - 2018
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
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
- The Efficacy and Safety of a Selective Estrogen Receptor Beta Agonist (LY500307) for Negative Symptoms and Cognitive Impairment Associated With Schizophrenia Start of enrollment: 2013 Jun 01
- Influence of Progesterone Administration on Drug-Induced QT Interval Lengthening Start of enrollment: 2013 Apr 01
- A Double-Blind Trial of Adjunctive Valacyclovir to Improve Cognition in Early Phase Schizophrenia Start of enrollment: 2014 Mar 26
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Effects of High- Versus Low-Sodium Oxybate on Blood Pressure in Patients With Narcolepsy.William B White, Richard J Kovacs, Jessica K Alexander, Christine Baranak, Deborah A Nichols
Hypertension. 2025-12-01 - Dihydrotestosterone Pretreatment Diminishes the Severity of Drug-Induced Torsades de Pointes.James E Tisdale, Heather A Jaynes, Brian R Overholser, Kevin M Sowinski, Richard J Kovacs
Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology. 2025-10-01 - Calcium-dependent levels of phospholamban pentamer in native heart membranes reflect interactions of monomers with calcium-free SERCA2a.Jin Guo, Kazuhiro Aonuma, Richard Kovacs, Zhenhui Chen
Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics. 2025-07-01
Journal Articles
- Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented TimesRichard Kovacs, MD, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging
Authored Content
- Finding Refuge in the ACC Family in Unprecedented TimesMay 2020
Press Mentions
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 CertificationJanuary 29th, 2026
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
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
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