About

Li Zhou, M.D., Ph.D., is a general cardiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute and medical director of Norton Heart & Vascular Institute Women's Heart Program. Dr. Zhou earned her medical degree from Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China, and her doctoral degree in pathophysiology from Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China. She completed her internal medical residency at Jacobi Medical Center of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York, and had general cardiology training at University of Illinois Chicago. Before joining Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, Dr. Zhou led the Women's Heart Clinic and served as medical director of cardiac rehabilitation at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Zhou advocates for women's health because heart disease in women often is underrecognized and undertreated. Her expertise and special interests are in management of heart diseases during pregnancy and peripartum. Dr. Zhou believes pregnancy requires unique attention because every medication the mother takes affects the baby, and often, a mother's heart condition dictates how and when the baby will be delivered. She believes a physician needs to provide not only accurate information, but also all treatment options for their patients, and that the best treatment plan is one that is tailored to a patient's needs and value. Dr. Zhou studied pathogenesis of atherosclerosis (how coronary artery disease develops) at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, using genetically modified mouse models, and won the American Heart Association's Postdoctoral Fellowship award in 2008. She also led the trial Aspirin Dosing: A Patient-centric Trial Assessing Benefits and Long-term Effectiveness (ADAPTABLE) at Wake Forest University, and has over 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals such as The New England Journal of Medicine and JAMA Cardiology.

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Expertise

Education

  • University of Illinois at Chicago - GME

    Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 2016

  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2012

  • Zhejiang University School of Medicine

    Medical Education, Bachelor of Medicine/Surgery, 1998


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
Chinese
Gender
Female

Reviews

4.80 out of 5 4.8 of 5 stars — 191 Ratings, 33 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

provider listened carefully 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider knew important medical history 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider showed concern 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider spent enough time with you 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider rating 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider explained things clearly 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider included you in decisions 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider showed respect for what you said 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider discussed treatment options 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/28/2026

Yes great service

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2026

Through and liked use of recording instead of typing in the computer.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/13/2026

Nothing but good things to say about Dr. Zhou!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/13/2026

Answered all my questions

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/12/2026

Dr Zhou is aware of my health situation

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/11/2026

Dr.Zhou is a very good doctor,she explained everything and listen to me. I have a great experience with her.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/18/2026

Very professional and friendly. Seemed to genuinely care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/16/2026

Dr. Zhou was personable, knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. She was very thorough and allowed me to participate In the decision making process. I feel confident about the care I received and feel very well informed. The experience was a 10 out of 10.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/15/2026

Dr Zhou was very thorough and kind and went out of her way to address my concerns and questions.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/15/2026

I have sent new patients to her.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/11/2026

Outstanding care and communication, exemplary Knowledge of my condition

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/03/2026

All very good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/01/2026

Dr Zhou is knowledgeable & caring; listened to my concerns.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 07/01/2026

Can't say enough good things about Dr. Zhou. She really listens.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/08/2026

Very good discussion regarding medications.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/06/2026

Dr. Li is very friendly and easy to talk to. She listens and respects my thoughts and opinions. I am very satisfied with the care she gives.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/04/2026

Dr. Zhou very articulate and kind, patient with instructions Yeah

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/03/2026

Dr Zhou was kind and caring. Was very thorough and explained reasons for recommendations.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/02/2026

Very good

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/24/2026

Great! Very thoughtful and informed

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/11/2026

Great people

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/07/2026

Just went to this Dr because she was the first available. I loved her and her nurse assistant! She will become my permanent Dr! Even desk clerk was awesome! Loved this practice!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/23/2026

Dr. Zhou is a great listener

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/20/2026

Dr. Li Zhou is the best! My favorite care giver.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/20/2026

Dr Zhou was pragmatic, patient and attentive to my needs. I feel better prepared to cope with any future cardiovascular concerns than I have from any other cardiologist across the decades I have been under care

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/20/2026

Dr Zhou always listens intently and answers all questions.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/16/2026

Doctor was incredibly thorough, knowledgeable, and helpful!

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/13/2026

Went smoothly

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/04/2026

Listened to my concerns with compassion and concern

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/02/2026

Dr. Zhou listened and spent quite a bit of time with me. Feeling heard is so important to patients. She addressed my concerns and provided education. I appreciate her confirming the errors in my chart from the previous cardiologist. The drive was worth every minute to be treated well.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/26/2026

Dr Zhou is amazing. She truly cares about her patients. We thoroughly my meds and made adjustments which I am very happy with. I have recommended her numerous times.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/26/2026

I always sing Dr Zhou's praises!!I already have recommended her, and will continue !

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/19/2026

Very, caring, & great listener


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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