Dr. Kanovsky gives a thorough exam and listens. He interprets my bloodwork in an understandable way. He returns calls quickly. I don’t have any real problems at 83 and he is helping me continue healthy and enjoying life.
Martin Kanovsky MD FACC FACP
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
I am board certified in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. I also provide advanced preventive screenings, including stress testing, echocardiography, vascular ultrasound and nuclear cardiology. I also offer conveniences, like same- or next-day appointments that start on time, which may be found in concierge medicine practices.
My office is located in Chevy Chase, Maryland - a short walk from the Friendship Heights stop on the Red Line. This location is convenient for patients from Washington, Maryland and Northern Virginia. I see patients at Sibley Hospital in Washington, D.C. and Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland (across the street from the National Institutes of Health). I was named by Washington Checkbook as a Top Doctor from 2005 to present and by Washingtonian as a Top Doctor from 2003 to present.
Dr. Kanovsky's Credentials
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Cardiology 1981-1983
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Internal Medicine 1979-1981
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Internal Medicine 1978-1979
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
Doctorate of Medicine 1978
Alpha Omega Alpha
Top 5% of Class
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1974
Lubrizol Commencement Award for class ranking number one in the Chemistry Department
National Board of Echocardiography
American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology
Suburban Hospital, Bethesda
Washingtonian Magazines, Top Doctors Award 2003-present
Bethesda Magazine, Top Cardiologist 2010
Alumni Service Award, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine 2004
Carnegie Mellon University
- Phi Kappa Phi, Honor Society
- Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
- Phi Tau Gamma
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
- Recipient of the Mosby Commencement Award for class ranking in the top 5%
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society
Clinical Assistant Professor, Georgetown University School of Medicine 1984-present
Medical Education Building Task Force, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine 2009-present
Penn Medicine Capital Campaign Cabinet 2010-2013
University of Pennsylvania
- Development Committee Chair, Medical Alumni Advisory Council 2009-present
- Medical Alumni Advisory Council 2007-present
- Chair, Medical Alumni Advisory Council 2007-2009
- Penn Alumni Board of Directors 2007-2009
- President, Medical Alumni Society Executive Committee 2007
- Medical Alumni Society Executive Committee 2004-2007
Kanovsky MS, Falcone RA, Dresden CA, Josephson ME, Simon MB. “Identification of Patients with Ventricular Tachycardia after Myocardial Infarction: Signal-averaged Electrocardiogram, Holter Monitoring, and Cardiac Catheterization,” Circulation 70:264, 1984
Simson MB, Kanovsky MS, Falcone RA, Dresden CA, Josephson ME. “Non-invasive Methods of Prediction Patients at Risk for Malignant Arrhythmias,” In Josephson ME and Wellans HJJ, Tachycardias: Mechanisms, Diagnoses Treatment. Philadelphia, PA 1984
Lea and Simson MB, Kanovsky MS, Dresden CA, Falcone RA, Josephson ME. “SignAveraging Methods to Select Patients at Risk for Lethal Arrhythmias,” Cardiovascular Clinics, 15/3. Sudden Cardiac Death, 1985, F.A. Davis Company
Fellow, American College of Cardiology 1985-present
Fellow, American Society of Echocardiography 2002-present
Fellow, American Society Nuclear Cardiology 2007-present
District of Columbia
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Kanovsky
I was asymptomatic regarding any heart problems whatsoever. I had been competing in several Ironman competitions and wanted to climb Mt. Everest. In an abundance of caution Dr. kanovsky wanted me to take a Nuclear Stress Test. After the test, he and Dr. Flyer saw something they wanted to check out further. They ordered a Cardiac Catheterization and low and behold, found that my LAD was 85%… See more
Dr. Kanovsky's understanding and willingness to take whatever time it took to discuss and explain meant as much to me as his clear medical knowledge and ability, I am most grateful for all of the above. He has shown that he not only cares for but cares!
I have so many examples of Dr. Kanovsky stepping up to the plate and being an exceptional caring doctor who takes control of health issues and manages them. My wife and I were on a bike trip in Germany when I took a bad fall. It turns out that I had shattered my right wrist. Once my wrist had been X-rayed in a German hospital, we contacted Dr. Kanovsky and told him what happened. He took over… See more
24/7 accessible and responsive! It gives myself and my wife great peace of mind to know that Dr. K always there to answer our inquiries no matter what the time of day or night. It is especially comforting to be included in his practice. Stu ✌️
Dr. Kanovsky treats every patient as a real person, not an ailing body part. He expresses interest in our lives, activities, and reading, as well as explaining our health tests in comprehensible detail. I have never had the feeling of being rushed. My blood pressure (lower number) is sometimes too high. He pauses, chats, retakes the pressure carefully, and the results are comforting! I would… See more
Marty was with me every step of the way with my illness. Marty would call me regularly to see how I was doing. If I sent Marty and email he would reply generally within a few minutes. I've never, in all my life, experienced any doctor like Marty. He cared and constantly you were reminded he cared. It was like he accompanied me through my journey of getting better from my illness.
After moving here from "THE CITY" (NY), it took time to find the right match.....brains, personality, ability, warmth and knowledge.
Dr. KANOVSKY has it all including Jini and a devoted staff.
Our daughter was travelling out of the country and felt ill. She called us and we immediately said: "Call Dr. KANOVSKY." She did and talked her through her issues right away and calmed everyone down. No matter when you call - day or night, weekends or holidays, Dr. KANOVSKY has a quiet voice and calm compassion that makes it all better. We think he is the best!!
My husband was very ill this fall. Dr. Kanovsky never left a stone unturned. Even when he was in Paris - he communicated with us daily.
He is extremely responsive - I often joke that I can count to five - and he has returned my email or text. This type of care is rare and very much appreciated!!!