Lowell Chang

Lowell Chang, MD, FACC, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine and Adjunct Assistant Professor in Radiology & Imaging Sciences at the University of Utah School of Medicine, with concurrent leadership as Chief of Cardiology at the Salt Lake VA Medical Center—a role he assumed after serving as Associate Chief from 2020-2022. His clinical expertise spans acute/chronic cardiovascular management and advanced imaging modalities including cardiac MRI and CT.

Dr. Chang's academic foundation includes:

• BS in Biomedical Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis (2001)
• MD, Rush University (2005)
• Internal Medicine Residency, Cleveland Clinic (2008)
• Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship, University of Utah (2013)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship, University of Utah (2014)

His research program centers on cardiovascular imaging applications in atrial fibrillation, analyzing left atrial appendage morphology, ventricular scar patterns, and fibrosis through cardiac MRI/CT. Recent publications demonstrate methodological innovations in shape analysis and perfusion imaging while exploring clinical correlations with stroke, heart failure, and ablation outcomes. His VA-focused health services research includes a national assessment of cardiology resources across Veterans Affairs facilities.

Dr. Chang actively mentors medical students, residents, and fellows in cardiovascular medicine and imaging, receiving recognition for educational contributions. His administrative leadership in VA cardiology services complements his dual-departmental academic roles and board certifications in Cardiovascular Disease and Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance.