Dr. Gilles Montalescot

Dr. Gilles Montalescot, MD, PhD

Gilles Montalescot, MD, PhD, is an interventional cardiologist specialising in acute coronary syndromes affiliated with Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital in Paris, France, specialising in acute coronary syndromes and antithrombotic therapy. He serves as Professor of Cardiology and Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiology.

The research and professional emphasis of Dr. Gilles Montalescot falls on acute coronary syndromes and myocardial infarction; antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy; and percutaneous coronary intervention. He is a recipient of the Gold Medal of the European Society of Cardiology.

Cardiology is a medical specialty reached through a medical degree, internal medicine training and a cardiology fellowship, with further subspecialty training on top. Dr. Gilles Montalescot practises within acute coronary syndromes and antithrombotic therapy, and the profile below sets out the qualifications and appointments behind that.

Dr. Gilles Montalescot Professional Snapshot

• Full Name And Credentials: Gilles Montalescot, MD, PhD
• Profession: Interventional cardiologist specialising in acute coronary syndromes
• Field Of Focus: Acute coronary syndromes and antithrombotic therapy
• Current Position: Professor of Cardiology and Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiology
• Institution: Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital
• Location: Paris, France
• Sees Patients: Yes, in a clinical setting

Academic Background Of Dr. Gilles Montalescot

The qualifications below are drawn from the institutional, professional body and publisher sources listed at the end of this profile.

• Medical Degree: MD
• Doctorate: PhD
• Mentors: Trained under Pierre Yves Hatt and Pierre Godeau in Paris

Where Dr. Gilles Montalescot Concentrates Professionally

Published professional sources describe the work of Dr. Gilles Montalescot as centred on:

• Acute coronary syndromes and myocardial infarction
• Antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy
• Percutaneous coronary intervention
• Stable coronary artery disease
• Lipid management in coronary disease

Positions, Editorial And Guideline Roles Of Dr. Gilles Montalescot

• Professor of Cardiology at Sorbonne University
• Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiology, Pitie-Salpetriere Hospital
• Founder and Chairman of the ACTION Study Group, a not for profit academic research organisation he created at Pitie-Salpetriere twenty years ago to run investigator led cardiology trials
• Chaired the European Society of Cardiology guidelines on stable coronary artery disease
• Associate Editor of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and editorial board member of several international journals
• Principal investigator of the ATLANTIC, AEGEAN, AMERICA and ALBATROS trials, and of the ongoing ATLANTIS, ALPHEUS, ARAMIS and ADRIFT programmes
• Invited plenary speaker at the congresses of the European Society of Cardiology, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association

Honours Received By Dr. Gilles Montalescot

• Gold Medal of the European Society of Cardiology, 2026, its highest honour
• Has led clinical trials developing new cardiovascular therapies for more than three decades
• His trial results have been written directly into clinical practice guidelines
• The ATLANTIC study he led showed that early oral P2Y12 antagonist treatment reduces stent thrombosis without added bleeding risk

Location And Hospital Affiliation Of Dr. Gilles Montalescot

Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital

Paris, France. Clinical commitments at this institution are arranged through its own departments and services. Confirm the current address, department and telephone number with the institution before travelling, because academic appointments and clinic sites change.

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Related Acute Coronary Syndromes And Antithrombotic Therapy Specialists

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• Dr. Marc Sabatine, acute coronary syndromes at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School
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• Dr. Deepak Bhatt, interventional cardiology at Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Appointments And Consultations With Dr. Gilles Montalescot

Dr. Gilles Montalescot heads the cardiology department at Pitie-Salpetriere, one of the largest cardiology institutes in France. Access is usually arranged through the institution, a referring doctor or its own clinic rather than through this directory. Insurance participation, fees and waiting times vary by institution and by plan, and they change over time, so check coverage with both the institution and your insurer before scheduling. Use the enquiry button on this page to ask about availability.

Answers To Common Questions About Dr. Gilles Montalescot

What does Dr. Gilles Montalescot specialise in?

Dr. Gilles Montalescot is an interventional cardiologist specialising in acute coronary syndromes whose work centres on acute coronary syndromes and antithrombotic therapy. Particular areas of focus include acute coronary syndromes and myocardial infarction; and antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy.

Where is Dr. Gilles Montalescot based?

Dr. Gilles Montalescot works at Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital in Paris, France.

Does Dr. Gilles Montalescot see patients?

Yes. Dr. Gilles Montalescot heads the cardiology department at Pitie-Salpetriere, one of the largest cardiology institutes in France. Availability, waiting times and the services offered change, so confirm current arrangements with the institution before travelling.

What did Dr. Gilles Montalescot study?

MD. Full training details appear in the education section above.

What are the qualifications of Dr. Gilles Montalescot?

Gilles Montalescot, MD, PhD. Full credentials are listed above.

What position does Dr. Gilles Montalescot hold?

Dr. Gilles Montalescot is Professor of Cardiology and Head of the Department of Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiology, based at Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital.

Primary Sources For The Dr. Gilles Montalescot Profile

• European Society of Cardiology Gold Medal citation
• Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions faculty profile
• COR2ED expert profile

Editorial Review And Last Update For Dr. Gilles Montalescot

This profile was compiled from the public professional sources listed above, including university faculty pages, professional register and society records, journal author statements and publisher biographies. Qualifications, appointments and awards were checked against at least two independent sources where available. Last reviewed on 30 October 2026.

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Reader Notice For This Acute Coronary Syndromes And Antithrombotic Therapy Profile

Information only, not medical advice. Location, services, insurance and availability change, so confirm details with Sorbonne University and Pitie-Salpetriere University Hospital. Severe or sudden chest pain is a medical emergency.