Lillian L. Khor,
MBBCh, MSc
Languages Spoken: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Lillian Khor received a foreign medical degree, M.B.BCh., BAO degree (equivalent to M.D.) from the National University of Ireland in 1997. She concluded her foreign medical training with an internal medicine residency and moved here in 2000, and repeated her internal medicine Internship and Residency at the University of Utah from 2000-2003. She continued her training as Chief Medical Resident of the Coronary Care Unit at LDS Hospital and concluded with a Fellowship in General Cardiology at the University of Utah from 2004-2006. She was Chief Cardiology Fellow and recipient of the Women in Cardiology Trainee Award for Excellence, awarded by the American Heart Association in 2006.
Her professional career started at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC); where she was Coronary Care and Telemetry Unit Director, Cardiology Clinic Medical Director, Cardiology Fellowship site Director, and Medical Residency and Student Clerkships Director. Since 9/2010, Dr. Khor shares her time between the VAMC and the University of Utah Hospital and Healthcare, where she is now the Medical Director of Preventive Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation. Her new administrative project is collaborating with the Utah Diabetes and Endocrinology Center to build a comprehensive multi-disciplinary Cardio-metabolic Risk Reduction Program (Care-Met) to support Therapeutic Lifestyle Modification of cardiovascular risk factors. Dr. Khor’s research interests include preventive and screening strategies pre and post cardiac events in patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. She has published on the gender and age-related differences in the prognostic value of a biomarker (C-reactive protein) in patients with established coronary artery disease.
Dr. Khor is active in the community as President of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Board of Directors, which is instrumental in fundraising for research dollars. The AHA also promotes heart healthy nutrition at schools and a “fit-friendly” working environment at work. She is also involved in the Center of Excellence for Women and with Kathleen Digre, is Co-Principal Investigator for a grant called “Heartwise 9-1-1” to promote awareness of heart attack symptoms in women within the Hispanic and ethnic minority communities in Salt Lake City.
Dr. Khor and her Irish husband have been married for 12 years and have three children aged 4, 6, and 10. As a result of a nomadic childhood, Dr. Khor is a native English-speaker who is also fluent in Portuguese, French, and Spanish. Her hobbies include growing saffron, cooking, eating, skiing, and mountain-biking. She is passionate about the beautiful out-doors, sharing and preserving it with her family, and local gastronomy (including the fresh eggs from her backyard chickens).
Clinical Locations
University Hospital
Cardiovascular Center801-585-7676
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) Radiology and Imaging Sciences - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine Clinical Radiology |
| Board Certification | Royal College of Physicians in Ireland Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland American Board of Internal Medicine National Board of Medical Examiners American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider spoke using clear language
4.7/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.6/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.5/ 5
Wait time at clinic
3.7/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.5/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.5/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
4.6/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
June 06, 2017
Dr. Kor is an excellent cardiologist and I did not feel rushed through the visit with her, though I know she is very busy. She was very informative about the plan pf care and providing additional information related to my health problems and concerns, medication change, and other recommended diagnostic tests that she ordered.
UofU Patient
April 24, 2017
The doctor is very competent and told me what I needed to know and answered questions I had.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2017
wonderful Doctor and all of her help.
UofU Patient
February 21, 2017
Dr. Khor is the absolutely BEST doctor I have EVER been to! She takes the time to explain EVERYTHING out to you in a way you can understand on your level. She doesn't condescend to you. I appreciate the time, effort, and care she gave to me. I really LOVE Dr. Khor, she makes you feel like your her best friend and your the only person in the world that matters. I like feeling important to someone. Thank you Dr. Khor for your thoughtfulness in taking care of me. _____
UofU Patient
January 30, 2017
Both Dr. Allred and Dr. Khor listen to me and give me very good care.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2017
excellent
UofU Patient
January 09, 2017
whole experience was good
UofU Patient
December 21, 2016
Dr Khor is the best of the best, there is no one I would have take care of me medical than Dr Khor.
UofU Patient
September 13, 2016
This is a care provider from heaven
UofU Patient
September 12, 2016
Dr. Khor was so kind and really looked at me when she was talking. I felt an immediate confidence in both her the teaching fellow who worked with her. I feel like I'm getting a handle on some of my health issues.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2016
Very professional and showed concern on my medication issues
UofU Patient
March 22, 2016
Dr,Khor is the Greatest
UofU Patient
February 19, 2016
Dr. Khor maintains utmost professionalism, caring, concern and courtesy that is outstanding. Dr. Khor's staff is highly appreciated, as well.
UofU Patient
February 08, 2016
I was very happy with the service and responses
UofU Patient
October 28, 2015
Dr. Lillian Khor is a very caring and sincere provider who is dedicated to her patient's health and well being. She reviews your history in depth before conducting her examination, which is reassuring as to how thorough your visit will be. She explained what her conclusion of my evaluation and the plan for my health in a manner that I could understand. I would recommend Dr. Khor to anyone based on her professionalism and her bed side manner to provide the best care for the patient. Thank you Dr. Khor for seeing me.
UofU Patient
October 07, 2015
The U of U has extraordinary specialists. Dr. Lillian Khor is exceptional among them. We are so glad to have her return to her practice. To have her is a privilege. We have built a strong professional relationship over time. We are more appreciative than can be expressed.
UofU Patient
October 06, 2015
Dr. Khor is the most caring doctor I have ever met. She goes above and beyond all expectations. She has called me at home to check on me and review treatment on more than one occasion.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2015
I believe that Dr. Khor is my biggest ally in my road to health and without her knowledge and intervention I was on the fast track to the grave.
UofU Patient
July 06, 2015
good
UofU Patient
April 28, 2014
would have liked the instructions in writing
UofU Patient
April 14, 2014
Dr. Khor is excellent. She always makes me feel as if I'm her only patient that day; answering all of my questions and spending time explaining anything new or different to me. I will miss her while she's in Malaysia but will be the first in line to see her when she returns!
UofU Patient
February 17, 2014
good
UofU Patient
February 01, 2014
She was very late and offered no apology. In addition, it was quite evident that she had not reviewed my medical record, likely because she was delayed, because we reviewed my history is real time (on the fly).
UofU Patient
January 27, 2014
Its repetitive but the staff and doctors are the very best
UofU Patient
August 27, 2013
Dr. Khor always instills confidence in me as her patient. She helps me understand completely what I need to do and why. I trust her medical skills completely.
UofU Patient
August 22, 2013
Dr. Khor is a very pleasant person.
UofU Patient
July 16, 2013
Dr. Khor is a fantastic physician. She always spend quality time with me to explain what's happening and she stays on top of everything. I seriously feel so grateful to have her as my cardiologist.
UofU Patient
June 06, 2013
Love Dr Lillian Khorr, She is amazing and helped me understand about my health issues. Explained things so I could understand.
UofU Patient
May 14, 2013
I could not have asked for a better office visit. I love Dr. Khor
UofU Patient
May 14, 2013
Dr. Kohr is not Mother's usual Cardiologist, we were seeing her on a follow-up to an ER visit. She was very nice and thorough, and I felt a little guilty saying we would be seeing our regular Dr. in future. If not for our long term relationship with Dr. Freedman, I would be pleased to have Dr. Kohr on our cases.
UofU Patient
January 16, 2013
mY VISIT WITH THE DR. SEEM QUICK. I DIDN'T GET A CHANCE TO VOICE ALL MY QUESTION TO HER
UofU Patient
January 08, 2013
Both the doctor and nurse practitioner were friendly, informative, and personable.
UofU Patient
November 16, 2012
The provider even pointed out to me some side effects of my medication that my prior cardiologist did not.
UofU Patient
September 30, 2012
Dr. Khor is the most caring doctor I have ever had. She is professional, kind, caring and has helped me turn my life around. I have extreme confidence in her. I wish we had a lot more doctors like her. Dr. Khor is a great asset to the U of U hospital staff.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2012
Best care and compassion I've ever received from Health providers.
UofU Patient
July 10, 2012
Dr Kohr was great. I'm looking forward to having her oversee my cardiac care.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2012
My new doctor was extraordinary. She talked with me in a way that allowed me to understand what was happening and what needed to be done. She was clear and compassionate. She went over my instructions twice in a very orderly way that helped me to remember them and understand them. Thank you! Best visit with a doctor I have ever had. I truly appreciate the level of concern and compassion. To have a doctor and staff who truly have good caring hearts taking care of me and others with problems with our physical hearts is amazing. I believe you can't get any better than that!!
UofU Patient
April 03, 2012
I have already recommended all of you several times so far and will continue to do so!
UofU Patient
March 13, 2012
Doctor was exceptional in communication with me and in the information she provided. She answered my questions thoroughly and was not turned off by my many questions.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2012
I receive outstanding care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
Lillian Khor, M.B.BCh, BAO, is a cardiologist in the Division of Cardiology. Dr. Khor currently shares her time between the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) and the University of Utah Hospital and Healthcare, where she is now the Medical Director of Preventive Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation. Lillian Khor received a foreign medical degree, M.B.BCh., BAO degree (equivalent to M.D.) from the National University of Ireland in 1997. She concluded her foreign medical training and moved here in 2000, after successfully completing her Membership of the Royal College of Physicians examinations in the United Kingdom. She completed her internal medicine Internship and Residency at the University of Utah from 2000-2003. She continued her training as Chief Medical Resident of the Coronary Care Unit at LDS Hospital and concluded with a Fellowship in General Cardiology at the University of Utah from 2004-2006. She was Chief Cardiology Fellow and recipient of the Women in Cardiology Trainee Award for Excellence, awarded by the American Heart Association in 2006.
Dr. Khor’s research interests is in outcomes improvement in preventive and screening strategies pre and post cardiac events in patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. She has published on the gender and age-related differences in the prognostic value of a biomarker (C-reactive protein) in patients with established coronary artery disease.
Dr. Khor is passionate about promoting heart health awareness within the community. She was volunteer President of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Utah Board of Directors between 2011-2014, which is instrumental in fundraising for research dollars and received the American Heart Association Appreciation Award for Outstanding Achievement in support of AHA's efforts in cardiovascular science, education and community programs in Utah. She continues to promote heart healthy nutrition at schools and a “fit-friendly” working environment at work. She has pursued her interest in gender-related issues through her involvement with the Center of Excellence for Women and was Co-Principal Investigator for a grant called “Heartwise 9-1-1” in 2012 to promote awareness of heart attack symptoms in women and ethnic minority communities in Salt Lake City. She splits her time at the University of Utah Healthcare where she is currently the Medical Director of Preventive Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation and the George E. Wahlen Veterans Medical Center where she is the Medical Director of Home and Center-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation. She is also active in quality and outcome improvement projects as the Physician Champion of the American College of Cardiology's Patient Navigator Program to reduce readmissions post myocardial infarction and heart failure and improve the affectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-585-7676
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
-
Assistant Professor (Clinical) Radiology and Imaging Sciences - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Cardiovascular Medicine Clinical Radiology |
| Board Certification | Royal College of Physicians in Ireland Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland American Board of Internal Medicine National Board of Medical Examiners American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians |
Education History
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Master of Science Clinical Investigation Master's |
| Fellowship | University of Utah & Affiliated Hospitals General Cardiology Fellow |
| Chief Resident | LDS Hospital Coronary Care Unit Chief Resident |
| Residency | University of Utah & Affiliated Hospitals Internal Medicine Resident |
| Internship | University of Utah & Affiliated Hospitals Internal Medicine Intern |
| Residency | Federated Dublin Voluntary Hospitals Scheme Internal Medicine Resident |
| Internship | James Connolly Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine and Surgery Intern |
| Professional Medical | National University of Ireland Medicine M.B., B.Ch., BAO |
Global Impact
Education History
| Internship | James Connolly Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine and Surgery Intern |
| Professional Medical | National University of Ireland Medicine M.B., B.Ch., BAO |
Career
| Hospital Pulau Pinang (HPP) | Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Reviewer | Malaysia |
| Hospital Pulau Pinang (HPP) | Volunteer echocardiography teaching to technical staff, cardiology fellows in training, and cardiology attendings | Malaysia |
| Penang Medical College | Visiting Senior Lecturer | Malaysia |