John R. Kotter

John R. Kotter is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and affiliated with the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute. He specializes in advanced cardiovascular imaging, cardiac intensive care, and cardiovascular medicine.

• Education:
  • MD from University of Utah School of Medicine
  • Residency at University of Kentucky
  • Fellowship in Cardiology at University of Kentucky

His research focuses on cardiovascular diagnostics, critical care cardiology, and hypertension management, with particular attention to clinical guidelines and innovative treatments for drug-resistant hypertension. Recent publications highlight cardiovascular risk during pandemics, cholesterol's role in heart health, and blood pressure management strategies.

Certifications include the American Board of Internal Medicine and the National Board of Echocardiography. Dr. Kotter practices at Albert B. Chandler Hospital - Pavilion G in Lexington, Kentucky.