Steve W. Leung

Steve W. Leung, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, where he serves as Program Director for both the Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship and the Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship, as well as Medical Director of Cardiology IT. He is a distinguished cardiologist with fellowships in major professional societies: FACC, FASE, FSCCT, and FSCMR.

Education:

• BA in Biology, Johns Hopkins University (1996–2000)
• MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2000–2004)
• Internal Medicine Residency, Duke University (2004–2007)
• Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship, University of Kentucky (2007–2010)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship, National Institutes of Health (2010–2012)
• Graduate Certificate in Clinical and Translational Science, University of Kentucky (2014)

Dr. Leung’s research is centered on cardiovascular imaging, particularly stress cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), myocardial strain analysis, and coronary artery disease. His work explores the prognostic value of imaging biomarkers, ethnic differences in cardiac structure, and outcomes in conditions like sepsis and infective endocarditis. He frequently collaborates with large research consortia such as the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR) and contributes to clinical guidelines, including the ACR Appropriateness Criteria for syncope.

His recent publications show a strong focus on stress CMR perfusion imaging, risk stratification in diverse populations (including Medicare-eligible and sex-specific cohorts), and translational models of vascular disease. He has no listed advisees in the provided data, but his leadership in fellowship programs suggests active mentorship.

Scientific Awards and Recognitions:

• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC)
• Fellow of the American Society of Echocardiography (FASE)
• Fellow of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (FSCCT)
• Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (FSCMR)

Dr. Leung is actively involved in clinical research, grant-funded studies, and national registries such as the SPINS study. He leads initiatives in cardiology informatics and contributes to improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes through advanced imaging. His work bridges clinical practice, education, and research innovation.