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Indiana University Health Medical Center is the #1 ranked healthcare system in the state of Indiana

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IU Health Medical Center is where world-class expertise meets pioneering research to advance the standard of medical care. 

Ranked #1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report since 2012, we deliver innovative solutions for complex medical conditions through groundbreaking research, comprehensive clinical trials and the development of novel therapies.

Recognized as high performing in 11 adult procedures and conditions by U.S. News and World Report, IU Health Medical Center stands as Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge medicine, treatments and transformative care across multiple specialties.

As state's only academic medical center and in partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s leading medical schools—enables patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments that complement high-quality patient care. Awarded $243.6 million in total funding from the National Institute of Health (NIH) in 2023, it secured its rank as the #13 NIH-funded public school.

Highest Level of Care

Recognized as high performing in 11 adult procedures and conditions by U.S. News and World Report, IU Health Medical Center stands as Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge medicine, treatments and transformative care across multiple specialties.

As state's only academic medical center and in partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s leading medical schools—enables patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments that complement high-quality patient care. Awarded $243.6 million in total funding from the National Institute of Health (NIH) in 2023, it secured its rank as the #13 NIH-funded public school.

Leading Edge Medicine

We are pioneers in the development of the latest techniques and cutting-edge technology allowing us to provide the highest quality of care and best outcomes.

Our System

Our Unique Partnership

Our unique partnership with the largest medical school in the U.S., Indiana University School of Medicine, enables patients access to the most innovative solutions for a variety of complex conditions.

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World-Renowned Physicians

Our nationally recognized, and world-renowned physicians have unmatched surgical and clinical expertise in a variety of sub-specialties.

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Revolutionary Clinical Trials

Our clinical trials provide leading-edge treatment and contribute to the development of novel therapeutics.

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Our physicians lead the way most notably through prevention, detection and treatment of cancer, complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions and comprehensive cardiovascular treatment and surgical techniques, among many others.

At IU Health Medical Center, our expertise is supported by a legacy of innovation and leadership:

  • Oncology Excellence: Home to Indiana’s only and one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, we drive global advancements in immunotherapy, precision medicine, breast cancer and testicular cancer care, shaping cancer treatment worldwide.
  • Neuroscience Pioneers: Nationally recognized leaders in Alzheimer’s and epilepsy research, utilizing cutting-edge tools like magnetoencephalography. Our neurosurgeons excel in complex spine and skull base surgery, neurosurgical oncology and cerebrovascular interventions.
  • Cardiovascular Leadership: As one of the highest-volume heart and vascular programs in the U.S., we pioneered the world’s first private hospital cardiac transplant and developed cardiac ultrasound technology. Our expertise spans from minimally invasive treatments for complex aortic aneurysms to ischemic heart disease.

IU Health Medical Center

Our physicians lead the way most notably through prevention, detection and treatment of cancer, complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions and comprehensive cardiovascular treatment and surgical techniques, among many others.

At IU Health Medical Center, our expertise is supported by a legacy of innovation and leadership:

  • Oncology Excellence: Home to Indiana’s only and one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, we drive global advancements in immunotherapy, precision medicine, breast cancer and testicular cancer care, shaping cancer treatment worldwide.
  • Neuroscience Pioneers: Nationally recognized leaders in Alzheimer’s and epilepsy research, utilizing cutting-edge tools like magnetoencephalography. Our neurosurgeons excel in complex spine and skull base surgery, neurosurgical oncology and cerebrovascular interventions.
  • Cardiovascular Leadership: As one of the highest-volume heart and vascular programs in the U.S., we pioneered the world’s first private hospital cardiac transplant and developed cardiac ultrasound technology. Our expertise spans from minimally invasive treatments for complex aortic aneurysms to ischemic heart disease.

IU Health Medical Center and IU School of Medicine are working toward addressing some of the most critical health issues across the country and beyond.

  • Awarded more than $243 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
  • Ranked #5 among all U.S. departments of medical and molecular genetics
  • Ranked #6 in funding from the National Institute on Aging
  • 12 departments ranked in top 25 for NIH funding among national peers
  • Ranked #29 for NIH funding among all U.S. medical schools

Clinical Research

IU Health Medical Center and IU School of Medicine are working toward addressing some of the most critical health issues across the country and beyond.

  • Awarded more than $243 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
  • Ranked #5 among all U.S. departments of medical and molecular genetics
  • Ranked #6 in funding from the National Institute on Aging
  • 12 departments ranked in top 25 for NIH funding among national peers
  • Ranked #29 for NIH funding among all U.S. medical schools

Our Physician Leaders

IU Health Medical Center is home to world renowned physician experts and care teams who work in collaboration with the IU School of Medicine, the largest medical school in the country.

Laurie Gutmann, MD

Neurology

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Kelvin P. Lee, MD

Hematology - Oncology

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Richard J. Kovacs, MD, FACC

Cardiology

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Mitesh V. Shah, MD

Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery

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