
Roger S. Blumenthal, MD
Cardiology
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Roger S. Blumenthal
Professional Titles
- Kenneth Jay Pollin Professor of Cardiology
- Director of Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Medicine
Background
Roger Blumenthal is the Kenneth Jay Pollin Professor of Cardiology, professor of medicine and director of the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in Baltimore, Maryland.
His principal clinical and research interests involve: 1) strategies to improve cardiovascular risk assessment to identify those adults at elevated risk and those at very low risk of cardiovascular disease and 2) the optimal management of atherosclerotic vascular disease. He is an expert in the pathogenesis, treatment and prevention of atherosclerotic vascular disease.
Dr. Blumenthal was the principal developer of the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease. He is on the official national spokesperson panel for the American Heart Association and has co-written more than 600 articles dealing with many aspects of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis management.
An experienced writer, Dr. Blumenthal is on the editorial board of Circulation, Cardiology Today, and The American College of Cardiology and Extended Learning Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention Council. He was co-editor-in-chief of the textbook Preventive Cardiology – A Companion to Braunwald’s Heart Disease.
He received his medical degree from Cornell Medical College, where he was awarded the Weiss Prize for Excellence in Clinical Medicine. He did his internal medicine and cardiology fellowship training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital before joining the Johns Hopkins cardiology faculty. Dr. Blumenthal was the 2019 recipient of the Landon School Anthony Kupka Distinguished Alumnus Award. He was co-chairperson of the 2019 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Guideline on prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Centers and Institutes
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Clinical Trial Keywords
Hyperlipidemia, Subclinical atherosclerosis
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Research Interests
Cardiac Computed Tomography, Cardiovascular Risk Assessment, Heart Disease in Women, Hyperlipidemia, Improved strategies for management of cardiovascular risk factors, Individuals with a family history of heart disease, Primary and secondary prevention of coronary heart disease, Subclinical coronary atherosclerosis as measured by Cardiac CT
Selected Publications
Arnett DK, Blumenthal RS, Albert MA, Buroker AB, Goldberger ZD, Hahn EJ, Himmelfarb CD, Khera A, Lloyd-Jones D, McEvoy JW, Michos ED, Miedema MD, Muñoz D, Smith SC Jr, Virani SS, Williams KA Sr, Yeboah J, Ziaeian B. 2019 ACC/AHA Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2019 Sep 10;74(10):e177-e232. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2019.03.010. Epub 2019 Mar 17.PMID: 30894318
Florido R, Kwak L, Lazo M, Nambi V, Ahmed HM, Hegde SM, Gerstenblith G, Blumenthal RS, Ballantyne CM, Selvin E, Folsom AR, Coresh J, Ndumele CE. Six-Year Changes in Physical Activity and the Risk of Incident Heart Failure: ARIC Study. Circulation. 2018 May 15;137(20):2142-2151. doi: 10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.117.030226. Epub 2018 Jan 31.PMID: 29386202
Grundy SM, Stone NJ, Bailey AL, Beam C, Birtcher KK, Blumenthal RS, Braun LT, de Ferranti S, Faiella-Tommasino J, Forman DE, Goldberg R, Heidenreich PA, Hlatky MA, Jones DW, Lloyd-Jones D, Lopez-Pajares N, Ndumele CE, Orringer CE, Peralta CA, Saseen JJ, Smith SC Jr, Sperling L, Virani SS, Yeboah J. 2018 AHA/ACC/AACVPR/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/ADA/AGS/APhA/ASPC/NLA/PCNA Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines. Circulation. 2019 Jun 18;139(25):e1082-e1143. doi: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000625. Epub 2018 Nov 10.PMID: 30586774
Lloyd-Jones DM, Braun LT, Ndumele CE, Smith SC Jr, Sperling LS, Virani SS, Blumenthal RS. Use of Risk Assessment Tools to Guide Decision-Making in the Primary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease: A Special Report From the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology. Circulation. 2019 Jun 18;139(25):e1162-e1177. doi: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000638. Epub 2018 Nov 10.PMID: 30586766
Michos ED, McEvoy JW, Blumenthal RS. Lipid Management for the Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease. N Engl J Med. 2019 Oct 17;381(16):1557-1567. doi: 10.1056/NEJMra1806939.PMID: 31618541
Honors
- Member of American Heart Association, National Spokespersons Panels
- Recipient of American Heart Association Maryland Affiliate Presidential Recognition Award and the Unsung Hero Award
- A World Expert in Atherosclerosis, Myocardial Ischemia, & Dyslipidemia, Expertscape.com, 1/1/19
- President of American Heart Association, Greater Baltimore Chapter, 1/1/12
- Member of NIH Cardiology Committee National Program to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk, 1/1/11
- Named one of US News and World Reports Top Doctors, 1/1/11
- Named One of Baltimore Magazine's Top Cardiologists, 1/1/10
- Recipient of the David Levine Mentorship Award, Johns Hopkins Department of Medicine, 1/1/10
- Selected as One of the Top Cardiologists in American by Men's Health Magzine, 1/1/08
- Selected as One of the Top Cardiologists in American by Men's Health Magzine, 1/1/07
- Chairman, American College of Cardiology Committee for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, 1/1/05
- Past President, American Heart Association, Maryland Council, 1/1/01
Memberships
- American College of Cardiology, Fellow
- American Heart Association, Fellow
- International Atherosclerosis Society
- The Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Association
Professional Activities
- American College of Cardiology, Past Chair
- American College of Cardiology Foundation COCATS Update for Training in Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine., Chairman
- American Heart Association Maryland Affiliate, Past President
- Hypertension, Vascular, and Prevention Section of the 2006 American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions, Past Chair
- U.S. Senior Open, Medical Director, 1/1/02
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-367-2448
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-614-1168
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Cardiology, 1992Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1988Weill Cornell Medical College
Medical Education, MD, 1985Board Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1993Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1988Insurance
- 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
232 ratings, 91 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2025
All good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
Great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
This was a very thorough initial visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Dr. Blumenthal was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Great experience. The team was well prepared for my visit and already reviewed my records. Spent time to carefully examine me and listen to my issues and concerns. Very personal visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Dr. Blumenthal and his team are OUTSTANDING!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
I have seen Dr. B for many years and have trusted and valued his knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
Dr. Blumenthal is excellent --highly knowledgeable, attentive, and truly dedicated to his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Roger Blumenthal assured me that the issues I was worried about were normal variations expected even with a healthy heart and I came away from the visit greatly reassured and cheered. He handled the visit very skillfully and I am appreciative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
A keen listener to your questions and concerns, he makes you feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
All the Drs were polite, informed and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Dr.Roger Blumenthal is very professional, friendly, and one of the best providers I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
I think Dr Blumenthal is the absolute Best in the field of cardiology.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
I've been coming to dr. Blumenthal for about 20 years. Obviously i'm happy with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
John Hopkins's since my triple bypass from the surgeon, [staff], [staff] cardiologist, who recommended Roger Blumenthal have helped me survive heart disease for 35 years. Pretty cool I may say .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
These people are superb
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Excellent experience. Dr Blumenthal is top of the line
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
My appointment with Dr. Blumenthal was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
It is a privilege to be a patient of Dr Blumenthal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
I am very thankful to have Dr. Roger Blumenthal as part of my physicians' team. He is very patient, professional, knowledgeable, caring, and thorough in his approach to patient care. He is an excellent listener all with gently encouraging the patient to be empowered to have control of their health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Great on knowledge, listening, care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Dr Blumenthal has been my doctor for approximately 10 years. He is the most thorough and comprehensive doctor I have ever had. I live in Pennsylvania and drive two hours to see my cardiologist once or twice a year.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
Professional, expert of knowledge, well - trained, tons of experience, personable,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
Outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Very happy 100%
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Dr Blumenthal was outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
He listened very carefully as I explained my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr Blumenthal is very personable. Very friendly and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
First class - Dr Blumenthal is simply the best cardiologist I could hope for. Smart, personable and always explains technical matters in a very understandable way. His emphasis on preventative care provides me with a North Star to guide my overall health and life decisions. Thanks for the care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2024
Friendly - willing to discuss options. Care strategy was somewhat with prior doctor (Weiss) before he retired. There are strengths to each doctor but they are different. Dr B is always digging into weight loss strategies & various options, which is good. Dr [ ] was more about running bloodwork each annual visit and eco.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Dr. Blumenthal has the utmost professionalism with his patients he is brilliant beyond measure, but explains everything to his patience and term understand I feel very hurt and very taken care of
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is very professional and thorough. He answered all of my questions and provided me with information I needed to know. He motivates me to take care of myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Dr Blumenthal was professional courteous and efficient during my visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Dr. Blumenthal was very engaged, fully present, and extremely knowledgeable and informative about my situation and about the options available to me. He cared about not just my medical presentation but also about my lifestyle, what else I'm involved in in life, my family, etc.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Dr. Blumenthal always gives superior care. He is kind and caring and I am very grateful to be his patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr Blumenthal has cared for ever since my bypass surgery in 1998 and I'm still playing tennis and sailing my boat. He's done a fantastic job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Excellent in every way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr Roger Blumenthal is THE BEST!I've been seeing him for 20 years and feel his provides excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is a world-renowned physician-scholar, yet unassuming, warm and immensely personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Blumenthal listened to my concerns and was very helpful in setting a path forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
The best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
I have a high level of confidence in Dr. Blumenthal and his assistants.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
He asked me excellent questions and listened to me. I could tell he had read my chart before seeing me. I felt like I mattered. I feel much better about my health. I'm glad I am in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Dr blumenthal is extremely thorough. He explains everything to me and answers all my quedtions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr. Roger Blumenthal takes a personal and professional interest in me and my health. I have recommended him to other friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Very detailed with my history and questions with my current health history
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr Blumenthal THE BEST !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Dr. Roger Blumenthal is a very thorough physician and is genuinely concerned about my well-being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Highly trusted!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
I trust Dr. Blumenthal. He takes the time to answer all of my (many) questions and is very straightforward with his responses and concerns. I was expecting him to talk more with me about my blood pressure and to take a little more time to look over my BP diary and make suggestions. I did email him after the appt with some questions which he responded to extremely quickly and thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
Dr Blumenthal is very knowledgeable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
I felt the provider listened and gave good recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
High experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Dr Blumenthal is always very kind , considerate, and thorough during my examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is the absolute best at what he does. His bedside manner is phenomenal, his knowledge broad and deep. I have been seeing him for over 35 years and trust him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Dr Blumenthal is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is very respectful and does a great job of making a patient feel comfortable about the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is a consummate professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
In & outRoutine heart checkSo, not much to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Outstanding. One of very best physicians I have received care from.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
His expertise and experience in his specialty was reassuring. I also liked how he referenced other patients of his similar to myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Being a physician myself - very pleased with Dr. Blumenthal's 'people skills,' knowledge and the time he spends with the 'patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Dr. Blumenthal most visits has one or two med students or Fellows with him..he let's them do much of the exam...then he often has to excuse himself and leaves me in the hands of one of his Fellows...then he returns, then walks me to the front desk to make next appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Dr Blumenthal is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Excellent visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
Outstanding. So impressed with him b
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
I have complete faith in knowing that Dr. Blumenthal is the Best in his field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is top of the line. As busy as he is, he is not always accessible. I like it best when my excellent physicians provide me with their cell phone number. Communicating via the portal or email does not assure a response.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Dr Blumenthal was very personable and professional; excellent eye contact, very patient- I did not feel rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Very professional and very knowledgeable made me feel very comfortable and explained in a way that made it easy for me to understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Blumenthal is a wonderful doctor and I was well-treated when I finally was able to see the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Excellent care by Dr. Blumenthal. He called in a colleague to address an issue that was outside his scope which prevented me from having to make and appointment to see a specialist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
I have full confidence on and respect for my doctor. He is one of the best doctors I have had so far.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Had him for about 10 years. Made a big difference in my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Blumenthal is an outstanding physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Compassionate, intelligent, helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2024
Friendly, personable, approchable demeanor; articulate and professional; timely return email with my lab results
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Blumenthal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
I have been a patient of Roger Blumenthal since [year].For the past 15 years, I have lived on the [ ] but will not see any cardiologist but Dr. Blumenthal. His compassion, expertise, helpful suggestions, great listening skills, and ability to explain medical issues in ways that I can understand are all outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/29/2024
I always feel I'm in good hands with Dr Blumenthal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Dr. Blumenthal is the best physician I've ever met. And I'm a physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Best service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
He makes you feel very comfortable and he is easy to understand when explaining things to you.