Cardiology
Richard Kovacs, MD
Interim Chief, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine; Interim Director, IU Health/Indiana University School of Medicine Cardiovascular Institute; Professor, Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine
Dr. Richard J. Kovacs, MD, FACC, is a clinical cardiologist based in Indianapolis, IN, specializing in non-invasive cardiology, clinical cardiac electrophysiology, and clinical pharmacology. He manages complex cardiac conditions including acute coronary syndromes, long QT syndrome, atrial fibrillation, and pro-arrhythmic effects of non-antiarrhythmic drugs. Dr. Kovacs performs non-invasive cardiac testing such as electrocardiography and oversees cardiovascular evaluations for athletes, including
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM)
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Indiana University School of Medicine — Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 2000 (Chief Fellow)
- Indiana University Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 2000 (Chief Medical Resident)
- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine — M.D., 1980
- University of Chicago — B.A., 1976
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
2015-2022 (8 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health
- IU Health Methodist Hospital
- IU Health West Hospital
- IU Health University Hospital
- IU Health North Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
45+ years in practice