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MaleAbout A. Michael Lincoff
Biography
A. Michael Lincoff, MD is an interventional cardiologist in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine of the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic.
He is an active clinical trialist, with research activities focused on development of metabolic or antithrombotic therapies to improve cardiovascular outcomes among patients at high risk, prevent progression of atherosclerosis, or optimize management of acute coronary syndromes or percutaneous coronary intervention. He has served as principal investigator or steering committee member of over 60 large-scale trials in ischemic and cardiometabolic diseases. He has authored or coauthored over 400 peer-reviewed publications in scientific journals, authored over 100 book chapters and reviews, and presented lectures at various medical meetings and courses throughout the world.
Dr. Lincoff is a Professor Emeritus of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. He held leadership positions over the last 20 years through 2025, supervising research activities throughout the Cleveland Clinic as Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Director of the Cleveland Clinic Coordinating Center for Clinical Research (C5Research), and Director of the Center for Clinical Research of the Lerner Research Institute. He was the inaugural chairholder of the Charles and Charlotte Fowler Endowed Chair for Cardiovascular Research.
Dr. Lincoff has served as the Chair of the Cardiovascular and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee of the United States Food and Drug Administration and continues to participate in advisory committee meetings as a Special Government Employee. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
Dr. Lincoff earned his undergraduate BS degree in chemical and biomedical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University in 1982 and his MD from Johns Hopkins University in 1986. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School, a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the University of Michigan Medical Center, and a fellowship in interventional cardiology at the Cleveland Clinic.
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 1993
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 1992
- Fellowship: University of Michigan Health System, 1991
- Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, 1989
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, 1987
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1986
- Undergraduate: Carnegie Mellon University, 1982
Board Certifications
- Interventional Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1991
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989
Professional Highlights
- Director, Center for Clinical Research and Vice Chairman for Clinical Research of the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute
- Director, Cleveland Clinic Coordinating Center for Clinical Research (C5Research)
- Vice Chairman, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Cleveland Clinic
- Charles and Charlotte Fowler Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Research, Cleveland Clinic
Awards
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.
As of 2025-09-30, Dr. Lincoff has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Lincoff receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Novo Nordisk, A/S
- Eli Lilly and Company
- TD Cowen
- Capricor Therapeutics, Inc.
- Johnson & Johnson
Fiduciary Role. Dr. Lincoff serves in a fiduciary capacity, such as an elected officer, director or chief medical officer, for the following companies or other entities:
- Canary Cure
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
162 ratings, 26 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 4/15/2026
I feel so fortunate to have a doctor as wonderful as Dr. Lincoff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Very good experience with Dr. Lincoff. Will follow up with him soon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Dr Lincoff was very professional and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr Lincoff is an incredible doctor that takes his time and walks through everything that''s going on not only with my heart but anything that can contribute to issues with my heart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Brilliant doctor in every way. Not only In outstanding knowledge and experience but also in listening to my history, showing compassion and understanding, being encouraging. It''s the first time that I have not felt alone with my cardiac concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr. Lincoff It''s so highly qualified, but yet takes time with you, Make sure you have understanding of what''s going on and answers any questions that you have. He is professional, but yet Communicates to you so he knows as a patient. I know what''s going on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr Lincoff was very responsive to my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr. Lincoff is a very thorough and wise physician , I appreciate the time he spent with me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr. Lincoff is always generous with his time & I never feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr Lincoff is very good at personalizing the treat and recommendations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Thanks to Dr. Lincoff for providing excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Very attentive to my concerns and questions.Throughout the visit and testing process the Dr. And staff continued to ask if I felt ok and continued to listen to my answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent visit with Dr. Lincoff. He addressed specific issues in wai I could understand and showed interest and compassion in my case and plan of care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Lincoff is absolutely outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
I feel very fortunate to have Dr Lincoff as my Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Doctor was impressive. Very empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Lincoff Offered clear and succinct, explanations of the procedures, results, shared decision-making, and treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr Lincoff is a great doctor that gives you good advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr. Lincoff was pleasant Along with clear Imformation. .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr. Lincoff has always been great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Excellent experience with Dr. Lincoff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Lincoff is a treasure. I couldn't ask for a more considerate, informative, and attentive cardiologist. I am so thankful to be under his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Lincoff took time explaining multiple things regarding previous heart caths and medication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Pleased to meet with Dr. Lincoff again!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Michael Lincoff was excellent. He spent the time necessary to fully understand my concerns. He then carefully review my medical records and establish results. He then fully explained my medical situation to me in understandable terms. You are lucky to have him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr. Lincoff answered all my question's and gave understanding w kindness. Coordinated my next appointment in another department. I have appreciated his professional care!