February 2023 to June 2024 – Chief Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
July 2021 to June 2024 – Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
July 2020 to June 2021 – Chief Resident – Internal Medicine Residency, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
July 2017 to June 2020 – Internal Medicine Residency, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
August 2013 to May 2017 – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Valedictorian, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, WV
August 2009 to May 2013 – Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Minor in Biology, Minor in Spanish, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
Certifications:
Dec 2024 ABIM Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease
Sept 2024 Board Certified Adult Echocardiography
Nov 2023 Board Certified Adult Nuclear Cardiology
Professional Memberships:
Jan 2019 to Present Women in Cardiology (WIC), Resident Member
Nov 2018 to Present American College of Cardiology, Fellow Member
July 2017 to Present American College of Physicians, Resident Member
Nov 2014 to Present Sigma Sigma Phi Honors and Service Society
Honors & Awards:
June 2024 Teresa Hignite Fellow Award
June 2023 University of Kentucky Fellows Teaching Award
Oct 2019 University of Kentucky Women in Medicine Rising Star Award
June 2019 University of Kentucky Internal Medicine Resident Research Award
May 2019 University of Kentucky Internal Medicine Grand Rounds Research Day Presenter
May 2017 AMWA Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic Achievement
May 2017 Psi Sigma Alpha National Osteopathic Scholastic Honor Society, Inductee
May 2015 McGraw-Hill Education/Lange Student Award for Academic Excellence
May 2015 James R. Stookey, D.O. Manipulative Medicine Scholarship
Languages: English & Spanish
Specialties: Cardiology
Status: Active Accepting New Patients: Yes
Insurance Accepted: Allegiance-Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, First Choice Health / Multi-Plan / Aetna, InterWest Health, Medicaid, Medicare, MT Health Co-Op, Pacific Source, United Healthcare
Biography: Dr. Sara Klinger is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in non-invasive cardiovascular care, with a focus on women’s heart health, preventive cardiology, and multi-modality imaging. She completed her cardiovascular disease fellowship and internal medicine residency at the University of Kentucky, where she served as chief fellow and chief resident. Dr. Klinger is certified in cardiovascular disease, adult echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. She combines the latest medical advances with a compassionate approach to help patients prevent and manage heart disease.
Outside of work, she enjoys running, hiking, cooking and exploring Montana with her family.
Philosophy of Care: “I believe every patient deserves heart care that respects their individual story and goals. My approach combines the latest medical advances with understanding and clear communication to empower patients in managing their heart health.”
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