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About Brian G. Kral
Professional Titles
- Program Director, Nuclear Cardiology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Brian Gustav Kral is Assistant Professor in the Division of Cardiology and General Internal Medicine as well as Assistant Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He is currently engaged in research on genetic and biological mechanisms of coronary atherosclerosis with an emphasis on plaque morphology and composition as well as coronary blood flow at different stages of disease progression.
Dr. Kral received his undergraduate degree in economics and pre-medicine from The Johns Hopkins University. He received a master’s in public health from The Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. He also earned a medical degree from The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Kral completed his residency at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. He rejoined the Johns Hopkins community as a fellow in 2005 where he remained on Faculty after completion of his training.
Besides his teaching and clinical engagements, Dr. Kral is currently the Program Director of Nuclear Cardiology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Kral is also Director of Clinical Studies for The Johns Hopkins GeneSTAR Research Program. The program aims to identify genetic and biological determinants of subclinical and clinical atherosclerotic disease and thrombosis in individuals with a strong family history of early-onset coronary artery disease.
He has been recognized with the Stanley L. Blumenthal Cardiology Research Award for outstanding clinical research in cardiovascular disease from The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions.
Centers and Institutes
Research Interests
Association of mental stress and cardiovascular disease, Cardiovascular and genetic epidemiology, Genetic and biological mechanisms of premature coronary artery disease (Johns Hopkins GeneSTAR), Noninvasive imaging of coronary atherosclerosis, Stress myocardial perfusion imaging
Research Summary
Dr. Kral's primary interests are focused on genetic and biological mechanisms of coronary atherosclerosis with an emphasis on plaque morphology and composition at different stages of disease progression.
PubMed - Publications
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Kral%20BG%5BAuthor%5D&cauthor=true&cauthor_uid=27855341
Honors
- NIH Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Recipient, 1/1/08
- Stanley L. Blumenthal Cardiology Research Award for outstanding clinical research in cardiovascular disease, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 1/1/06
Memberships
- American Heart Association
- American College of Cardiology
Professional Activities
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Director of Outreach Cardiovascular Imaging, Division of Cardiology, 1/1/16
- The Johns Hopkins GeneSTAR Research Program, Director of Clinical Studies, 1/1/14
Locations
- Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-614-1168
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-367-2448
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Cardiology, 2009
- Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2005
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD, 2002
- Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, MPH, 1998
Board Certifications
- Nuclear Cardiology: Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC), 2022
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
63 ratings, 29 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 3/6/2026
My first visit with Dr. Kral but he was familiar with my case and very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Dr Brian was very kind and helpful he explained everything and made me feel better about all aspects of my visit and tests
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Best doctor I've ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Excellent to discuss heath issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Caring professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
The Doctor was informative, kind and pleasant to work with. I felt comfortable with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr. Kral was excellent! My first visit with him. He had done his homework. He was totally knowledgeable about my situation - - I was impressed. He took his time, listened to my concerns and explained things thoroughly. My best experience at Hopkins!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Given information about and explained about heart and working condition and tests
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Dr. Kral is the best - I drive from Salisbury to see him yearly!
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Not a good visit compared to others. Visit seemed rushed - physican was expecting family member to come into town for visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr Kral provided a a personalized methodology. I appreciated the effort to relate to me as a peer with the understanding of my ability to contribute effectively.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
I am constantly amazed by the wonderful care I am receiving through John's Hopkins medical facilities. It's almost too good to be true! Courtesy, Kindness, Respect, Efficiency are just a few compliments that come to mind! THANK YOU TO ALL AT JOHNS HOPKINS!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
He was very personable he explained things and what the other Doctors were concerned about and what I need to do to continue to be healthy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
First visit. Listened carefully...asked good questions...was prepared. Made recommendation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Excellent. The doctor was helpful, very well informed, and answered all my questions in detail. This doctor is highly recommended
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Excellent in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He's a chill guy, I like him. He was very thorough and respectful. Clear and concise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Loved him!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
The provider was knowledgeable, intelligent and appeared to know exactly what he was telling me. He made suggestions and is working on plans to assist me in getting my heart to work well and healthy. The delay in seeing me was due to his schedule being full, but the time we spent together was very worthwhile.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
Excellent, anticipated my questions and open to additional questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
He's fantastic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
He listened to what I had to say. He was attentive. He was very friendlyI would recommend him to family and friends
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Best heart doc I have ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
I couldn't be more pleased with the care and attention I've received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Kral has always kept me informed and answered my concerns in terms I have no problem understanding which put me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Doctor was very helpful and gave me the information that I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Kind, friendly