
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- Chinese
Gender
FemaleAbout Li Zhou
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
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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Locations
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute
- 3999 Dutchmans Lane, Plaza 1, Suite 1H, Louisville, KY 40207
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- phone: 502-891-8300
- fax: 502-891-8668
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute
- 6420 New Dutchmans Pkwy, Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40205
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- phone: 502-891-8300
- fax: 502-891-8338
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute - Women's Heart Program
- 4123 Dutchmans Lane, Plaza 3 Suite 301, Louisville, KY 40207
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- phone: 502-891-8300
- fax: 502-891-8668
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Illinois at Chicago - GME, Cardiovascular Disease, 2016
- Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Internal Medicine, 2012
- Medical Education: Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine/Surgery, 1998
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana 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)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- 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
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
271 ratings, 98 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
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 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
I always sing Dr Zhou's praises!!I already have recommended her, and will continue !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Very, caring, & great listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
This is my first visit to Dr. Zho and I was very impressed. My wife goes to her and I wanted to establish a relationship with her. I feel she is very caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Just want to say she was a blessing. She was kind and caring. And all of the staff equal to her thankful to find them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
I was very satisfied with the overall care I received during this visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
I love Dr Zhou and the whole staff!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Exceptional staff and doctor. They seem to care, kindness counts!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
I had an excellent visit love the doctor and the staff. I left the office feeling confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
She was very thorough and easy to discuss issues with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2025
This provider is excellent in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
She is great to talk tot waso
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
It was a good visit. The doctor, nurse, check in lady were polite, friendly and made the visit great and easy and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
My overall care here was very good. I felt like I was in safe and competent hands from the intake to the rescheduling.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Excellent professional care of my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Keep doing a very good job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
I was pleased with my care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr.Zhou is top notch!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Everyone I spoke with on this day was absolutely wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
The provider and staff seem very warm and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr Zhou is awesome! She took time to explain and help me understand my heart issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr Zhou is WONDERFUL !!She really listens explains and care about you her patient .So fortunate to have her as my cardiologist!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
I was kept informed at least 2x by staff that the physician was delayed. At 68 years of age, I can count on 1 hand the number of times I've been updated so it made the waiting not an issue
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr. Zhou is brilliant. She talks a lot, I believe she could improve her practice by asking more open ended questions and listening. This feedback is meant as positive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Absolutely wonderful team here. Staff was excellent, Dr Zhou is amazing and patient. [...] assistant was professional and friendly and helpful Five star group !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
I am perfectly satisfied with Dr Zhou. I am so glad she was recomended to me by my family physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Excellent services from entire team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
I really like her. She's very personable and kind. She's very thorough .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Zhou was excellent!! Her staff was also very caring and friendly! This was a very good experience for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
The receptionist was friendly and knowledgeable. The Provider was excellent: knowledgeable, kind, thorough, detailed and a great communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr Zhou was very nice and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
She is an absolute joy and takes her time to answer questions and explain diagnoses.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Extremely thorough, respectful, patient, kind, brilliant!! Always , always made eye contact:)!Never felt hurried!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
Excellent treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr. Li was very informative, polite and explained everything wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
I am very grateful and appreciative of Dr Li Zhou, and feel extremely blessed to be in her care. Dr Zhou's caring, respectful demeanor coupled with her medical expertise make her truly exceptional! Her office Is efficient and full of smiles as you enter; that reflects well on her,too. My sincerest thanks to Dr Zhou.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Took all time l needed, not rushed. O
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Wonderful experience from start to finish. Dr. Zhou reached out via phone to go over bloodwork results. Receptionist and medical assistant staff were above and beyond amazing. Wrote out specific directions/tips for upcoming test that was scheduled.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
I did not mean to not understand you, I will breathe and meditate before I go to the next appointment.Your are very excilent Doctor and I did not think you are scary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Really appreciated her kind and compassionate manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
No wait taking back early. I arrived early.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Zhou is WONDERFUL!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Best possible treatment and courtesy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2025
I really like Dr Zhou. She seems to really look at my records to determine what could be causing any issues. She explains things well and doesn't seem rushed to get out of the room. Very good doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
This was my first time meeting her. She was knowledgeable,kind and did not make me feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
Dr. Zhou and her team were amazing. I am new to Louisville and I was greatly surprised at the thoroughness and professionalism of Dr. Zhou and every other person in the office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Excellent staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
I was very satisfied with my visit. Everyone was kind, friendly,and made me feel comfortable. The doctor spent time with me to explain earlier tests I had taken and helped me feel better about my health. I felt relieved and at peace even though I know I have to be vigilant and proactive with taking steps to improve my health. Very good visit!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr.Zhou Ll, has amazing personal great Doctor patients interaction. 97th
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr Zhou is amazing, she has always explained my issues in a way that even I understand!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr Zhou is the best! Makes me feel herd and confident of her knowledge and manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Dr Zhou was excellent. Beyond excellent. She listened. She gave me her time. She was direct. She was interested in my overall health. She heard what I was saying. I am shocked to find a doctor like her in 2025. Normally patients are given their 8 minutes of quality time and shuffled out the door. This was a high quality visit. She will now be my cardiologist and I will send my husband to her for a check up. Norton has a treasure in Dr. Zhou.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
My visit was OUTSTANDING !!!! Wish that I could give Dr. Zhou a score of 20. She is an exceptional doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
She is best provider I ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Helpful information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Excellent and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Very positive and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Excellent experienceknew medical history, answered all questions, offered valuable advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Dr Zhou was wonderful. Very thorough, compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
I love Dr Zhou and her office staff. They are kind and respectful toward everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr Zhou is professional, kind, and knowledgeable. She listens to whatI have to say and answers all of my questions on my level. I appreciate the quick response that she gave me on my recent labs. I appreciate her. Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Doctor and staff are always so gentle and kind and thoughtful.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
I have seen a lot of doctors and this doctor was exceptional! I look forward to seeing her again and taking care of my health! She was knowledgeable and so kind and listened and was empathetic. Just one of the best doctors that I've ever went to!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
I have recommended Dr.Zhou to several people... She listens to her patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr Zhou is very caring and smart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
She is good doctor and I like her a lot and I want to keep her as my heart doctor keep doing good job dr Z
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Doctor is very thorough. This was a surgery follow-up and she noticed bloodwork that I had while in hospital that needed follow up, hospital didn't inform me. She caught it and sent me for lab work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Very knowledgeable and put me at ease regarding condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Excellent from the start to finish of appointment! This Is a top-notch team!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr Zhou spent a lot of time. She was curious and patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr. Li Zhou was amazing! She took her time to understand my history and concerns. She explained everything thoroughly and ensured that I understood. She is very knowledgeable and make me feel relieved about my pregnancy!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Excellent, patient and respectfu
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
[...] I love her as a physician. She is so caring and knowledgeable. Explains everything. Hope she is at Nortons for a very long time!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr. Zhou seemed extremely knowledgeable and cared about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Dr Zhou is very thorough and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Everyone at this practice was exceptional w regard to courteous, polite and professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Zhou was wonderful; knowledgeable thorough, efficient and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Great customer service & Doctor has very great bedside manner & happy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
She was very helpful and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Very professional and I felt comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
Easy to talk to. I liked her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
I'm very impressed with this Doctor and staff. Extremely happy as I remain a very complex patient. I left the office feeling better, and understanding more about my health and body. My visit was for clearance to have surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr Zhou was exceptional very thorough and caring. Took her time to cover everything. I have already recommended her to a friend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
She was extremely friendly, listened to all my questions and answered them , made me feel very comfortable and scheduled a follow up test promptly
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
This provider was very friendly very easy to talk to and listen intently to what I had to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
My provider was wonderfull and I will keep her as a provider. I had a great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Very pleased with my first visit with this provider. She was very warm and welcoming. Very responsive to all my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
I enjoyed the visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
My previous cardiologist retired. This was my first cardiology check up with Dr Zhou. She was wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Had a wait but really enjoyed the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Very informative and answered all of my questions. Was willing to add additional labwork that I needed from another provider. She was very nice!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Good patient interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
I am a stroke survivor and see many doctors. I must say Dr. Zhou is a new favorite! He medical assistant called before the appointment so I would have more time with Dr. Zhou. She spent plenty of time with me. She already knew my history and was able to decrease one of my medicines. She was kind, easy to talk to, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
First visit and Dr. Zhou seemed very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
She, and her staff were very friendly, respectful and professional. Dr Zhou was very thorough. I really liked her and her staff.