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Charles J. Lowenstein

Charles J. Lowenstein, MD

Cardiology

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Charles J. Lowenstein

Professional Titles

  • Michel Mirowski, M.D. Professor of Cardiology
  • Director, Division of Cardiology

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Medicine

Background

Charles Lowenstein, M.D., is a cardiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. He also serves as director of the Division of Cardiology and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Heart and Vascular Institute.

Dr. Lowenstein originally came to Johns Hopkins as a cardiology fellow in 1991 after completing his medical residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and a research fellowship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1993, he joined the Johns Hopkins faculty and helped lead the Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease until he was recruited in 2009 to become the chief of cardiology and director of the Aab Cardiovascular Research Institute at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. In 2020 he was hired to lead the Division of Cardiology at Hopkins.

He has served on the NIH Atherosclerosis and Inflammation Cardiovascular Sciences study section, and is a member of the Sarnoff Cardiovascular Research Foundation, an organization that funds medical student research. Dr. Lowenstein’s research focuses on vascular biology, exploring molecular mechanisms of vascular inflammation and thrombosis.

Additional Academic Titles

Professor of Genetic Medicine

Research Interests

Vascular biology

Research Summary

Venous thromboembolism is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Thrombosis can be caused by acquired or inherited factors, but the genetic contribution to thrombosis is not well defined. Genome wide association studies have recently uncovered new pathways that cause thrombotic disease in humans.

The Lowenstein Lab uses human genetics to discover and characterize novel genes that regulate thrombosis and hemostasis. We collaborate with genetic epidemiologists who perform GWAS to identify genetic variants linked to vascular inflammation or thrombosis. We then characterize genetic loci linked to vascular inflammation or thrombosis. These approaches have revealed new pathways in endothelial cells and platelets that contribute to thrombosis and may lead to novel therapies to prevent abnormal bleeding and thrombosis.

Current Projects:

  • Genetic causes of venous thromboembolism
  • Genetic causes of abnormal endothelial activation
  • Epigenetic regulation of coagulation factor production

Research Areas: vascular inflammation, thrombosis, hemostasis

Honors

  • Peter Dolphin Award, 1/1/05
  • Sir William Osler Young Investigator Award, 1/1/03
  • Young Investigators Conference on Atherosclerosis Award, 1/1/00

Memberships

  • NIH Atherosclerosis and Inflammation Cardiovascular Sciences study section
  • Sarnoff Cardiovascular Research Foundation
  • InterUrban Clinical Club
  • American Society for Clinical Investigation

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, 1993

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    Fellowship, Medicine, 1991

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency, Medicine, 1989

    Harvard Medical School

    Medical Education, MD, 1986

    Board Certifications

    Cardiovascular Disease

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2004

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989

    Insurance

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    • Aetna
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    • 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

    63 ratings, 28 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.

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    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 4.7 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 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2025

      He was thorough and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      Professional respectful and concerned about helping the patient get the best care for their wellbeing.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      Excellent in assessment, meeting organization and recommendations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      Dr. Lowenstein is great!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      The doctor took time with me

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Highly intelligent, razor focused, engaged.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Dr. Lowenstein is a very impressive professional. The best I have encountered.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2024

      Excellent provider- informed, listened and offered explanation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2024

      Was very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2024

      My physician was very thorough, ask if I had questions or concerns, and showed me the utmost respect.

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

      He was very professional and personable. He had researched my medical history before my appointment; therefore was able to address my concerns and answer any questions that I had.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/30/2024

      Very thorough and well prepared.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2024

      Dr. Lowenstein is an outstanding person and a great clinician. He stabilized my severe hypertension and I followed his clinical advice for reducing my cholesterol level. Hopkins has many great clinicians; for sure, Dr Lowenstein is one of them. I am very lucky to have known him In the past several years.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/10/2024

      This was an appointment to establish care, and I was impressed by Dr Lowenstein's thorough preparation for the visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/27/2024

      He was patient, addressed my concerns, extremely knowledgeable and caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/27/2024

      Dr Lowenstein is the greatest. Very polite concerned and caring

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      Outstanding care by this excellent physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2024

      Always well prepared

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/2/2024

      He's amazing! Super responsive and great problem solver.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2024

      Optimal

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/11/2024

      Dr. Lowenstein is very experienced and knowledgeable. As a patient, this is critical, and it makes you feel confident that your issue is being managed by someone who understands your situation. He is also quick to respond with results about your tests and any other questions you might have.

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

      The best!!!!

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

      This was my first time seeing/meeting Dr. Lowenstein. I met with him because my previous cardiologist is no longer there. This visit was an annual follow up and no treatment was needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/23/2024

      Very cordial doctor . Listened to me and asked a lot of questions. Answered all my Questions. I was very impressed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2024

      Very professional and a good listener.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/2/2024

      Dr. Lowenstein was meticulous and thorough reviewing previous records and answering all of my questions. He addressed my concerns and explained everything in lay persons term which made it easy to understand.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/19/2024

      My cardiological doctor was very good with questions and answers and I am very glad that I have him for my heart care.

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

      Dr. Lowenstein is a very caring doctor and is truly interested in what you have to say. The Best!