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Charles Love

Charles Love, MD

Electrophysiology

Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars157 ratings, 64 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Charles Love

Professional Titles

  • Director, Cardiac Rhythm Device Services

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Medicine

Background

Charles Love is director of the Johns Hopkins Cardiac Rhythm Device Service. Dr. Love is one of the foremost international authorities on pacemaker and implantable cardioverter defibrillator implantation and management. He manages patients with all types of heart rhythm disorders and has particular interest in lead extraction and lead management strategies, with an emphasis on new tools to reduce complications and strategies to reduce infection.

Contact for Research Inquiries

Phone: (410) 614-6076

Memberships

  • American Medical Association
  • American Heart Association
  • Heart Rhythm Society
  • American College of Cardiology

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
      • 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093

      Expertise

      Education

      The OSU Wexner Medical Center

      Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1988

      The OSU Wexner Medical Center

      Residency, Internal Medicine, 1986

      University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 1983

      Board Certifications

      Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 1994

      Cardiovascular Disease

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989

      Internal Medicine

      American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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      • Aetna
      • CareFirst
      • Cigna
      • First Health
      • Geisinger Health Plan
      • HealthSmart/Accel
      • Humana
      • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
      • MultiPlan
      • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
      • Point Comfort Underwriters
      • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
      • UnitedHealthcare
      • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.9 out of 5

      157 ratings, 64 reviews

      The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/7/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/17/2025

        Contacted for second opinion and his comments were thoughtful and well informed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/17/2025

        Dr. Love is an exceptional doctor. I don't hand out 10s like they are candy, but Dr. Love earned every mark I gave. He has a knack of explaining things In a way that's relatable and absolutely understandable. I always leave appointments with him completely confident in the care plan he provided.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/10/2025

        Knowledgeable, a good listener, a good explainer, a trust builder.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/31/2025

        He is outstanding!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/17/2025

        Dr. Love implanted a pacemaker and a defibrillator in December 2025. He did an amazing job. During this visit, he was testing the devices to make sure they were working properly. He was very thorough, and he explained everything he was doing.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/17/2025

        Very impressed with Dr Love

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/17/2025

        In July 2024, Dr. Love performed leads extraction surgery, removed a BIOTRONIK pacemaker and inserted an Abbott device. I felt stronger immediately and my EF factor jumped from 31 to 45-50. After six years of PM issues with other EP's at other hospitals, Dr. Love fixed my arrhythmic heart. I'm eternally Thankful you, Dr. Love.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/30/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/27/2024

        Very knowledgeable and explained symptoms and future procedures

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/23/2024

        On12/23, My Doctor was very professional, warm and a Great listener. He asked questions and got to all the problems that needed to be addressed immediately!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/23/2024

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Doctor love was very Polite and informing

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Seems to care and explain things.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/2/2024

        Dr. Love did a nice job explaining issues with my pacemaker and suggested if I had any issues in the future to call the office.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/2/2024

        Best doctor visit had in long time, very impressive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/25/2024

        Very knowledgeable with ability to explain details

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/18/2024

        Dr Love and his assistant was very thoroughly with my exam for my pacemaker. Because they work so well together I knew I was in good hands.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        This was my first in person visit with Dr. Love, I found him to be very informative and energetic. I was very pleased.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        Very informed about condition and surgical procedure.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/11/2024

        Dr. Love is excellent and gave me confidence to go forward with my new pacemaker. He also has a great sense of humor. I am fortunate to have him care for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/4/2024

        Excellent doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/4/2024

        Ver personable and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/18/2024

        I traveled from Jacksonville Florida specifically to see dr love because of his known ability to remove hard to extract pacemaker wires. He was so kind and wet into detail to explain my issues

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/18/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        Strong patient support, by listening, & changing pace maker settings on a trial basis as requested.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        When all other providers fail, Dr Love always takes the time, and uses his expertise to do things right. One of my best doctor experiences.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        On time. Expedient. Thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/14/2024

        Excellent provision of care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/7/2024

        Dr Love is terrific

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        Excellent doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        A superior doctor!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/13/2024

        Dr. Love is one of few cardiologists that I have visited to give the patient the attention and courtesy of listening to what she is experiencing. In my case I traveled from Brooklyn, NY to Baltimore because it was that important for me to get his opinion on any future procedure that I may have. And also knowing that I will have the best chance of a positive outcome under his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/9/2024

        Excellent doctor I've been seeing him for many years

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/30/2024

        He is outstanding.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2024

        Dr. Love is always professional and eager to answer any questions that I have.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/16/2024

        Very compassionate, patient, and thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/12/2024

        Dr. Love is a phenomenal doctor. I am beyond confident in his abilities, and that opinion is shared by the people that I have referred to him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2024

        Dr Love was very kind and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/22/2024

        Great Job

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/22/2024

        Very pleasant, very efficient

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/1/2024

        Dr.Love is Excellent and thorough on all my visits.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/28/2024

        He's always pleasant

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/24/2024

        Warm, welcoming, knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/24/2024

        Feel very comfortable with Dr Love

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/21/2024

        Dr. Love and his team provided outstanding care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/14/2024

        I trust this provider

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/7/2024

        Dr. Love was very informative and confident about my treatment. He was very positive .

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/3/2024

        Dr Love made himself available for an early appointment for me. His skills are most impressive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/20/2024

        Very caring and capable provider

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/20/2024

        Dr Love was excellent. He took plenty of time with me and explained everything thoroughly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/6/2024

        Doctor Love is wonderful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/29/2024

        My provider is excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/29/2024

        Dr. Love is extremely knowledgeable and extremely concerned about patient care and concerns. He answers all questions and explains all issues in understandable language. He's one of the best doctors I have ever had.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/26/2024

        Dr Love is the epitome of what a physician should be

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/15/2024

        Saw only Dr. Love this visit, no nurse or PA.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/15/2024

        Initial visit. Will return in 1 yr

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/12/2024

        Outstanding Supporting

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/12/2024

        Dr. Love must be one of the top Electro cardiologists In the Nation.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/8/2024

        The best cardiologist I ever had

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/8/2024

        Great customer service and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/1/2024

        He is a lifesaver, a wonderful man.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/25/2024

        Excellent physician.