Santi Yarlagadda, MD Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Santi Yarlagadda, MD, is a cardiologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Yarlagadda is in the Division of Cardiology and Department of Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Cardiology Department of Medicine 5280 Top Doctors 2020 (1st year) Previously a 5280 Top Doctor (1st year) America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars 154 Patient Ratings 30 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Department of Medicine Division of Cardiology (Adult) News & Videos Cardiologist Dr. Santi Yarlagadda Joins National Jewish Health Education Education 2006 - 2010 Albany Medical College, Albany, NY, MD 2002 - 2006 The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, BS, Major in Biology, Concentration in Cell & Molecular Biology Residency 2010 - 2013 Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, Internal Medicine Fellowship 2017 The University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, Advanced Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplant Fellowship 2014 - 2017 The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Memorial Hermann Hospital, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, LBJ Hospital of Harris County, Houston, TX, Cardiovascular Disease Board Certification 2019: Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology 2017: American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease 2017: Level II Training in Echocardiography 2017: Level II Training in Invasive Cardiology 2013: American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Memberships International Society for Heart and Lung Transplant (ISHLT) American College of Cardiology (ACC) American Heart Association (AHA) Publications Higgins JP, Yang B, Herrin NE, Yarlagadda S, et al. “Consumption of Energy Beverage is Associated with Attenuation of Arterial Endothelial Flow-Mediated Dilatation.” World Journal of Cardiology. 2017; 9(2):162-166. Shih MJ, Kakodkar SA, Kaid Y, Hassel JL, Yarlagadda S, Fogg LF, Madias C, Krishnan K, Torhman RG. “Reassessing Risk Factors for High Defibrillation Threshold: The EF-SAGA Risk Score and Implications for Device Testing.” Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology. 2016; 39: 483–489. Shih M, Kakodkar S, Kaid Y, Hassel J, Yarlagadda S, Fogg L, Madias C, Krishnan K, Trohman R. “Reassessing Risk Factors for High Defibrillation Threshold: The EF-SAGA Risk Score and Implications for Device Testing.” American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, November 10, 2015, Orlando, FL Higgins JP, Yarlagadda S, Yang B. “Cardiovascular Complications of Energy Drinks.” Beverages. 2015; 1(2): 104-126. Gallichio M, Yarlagadda S., Rainow A, Conti D. “Dialysis Time is a Risk Factor for Long-Term Deceased-Donor Transplant Survival.” Transplantation, supplement 2S, 86:41, 2008 Conflicts of Interest National Jewish Health physicians and scientists may collaborate with pharmaceutical or other industries to develop medical and scientific breakthroughs or to provide education on trends in quality medical practice and outcomes to physicians and health professionals around the country. National Jewish Health maintains a strict conflict of interest policy to ensure that all potential conflicts are clearly visible and that management plans are put in place in order to further innovation and education while ensuring the protection of our patients and the integrity of our research. National Jewish Health publicly discloses any payment to our physicians or scientists. View this faculty member’s industry relationships and collaborations. 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Provider showed concern 4.7 Friendliness 4.8 Spoke using clear language 4.8 Provider explained things clearly 4.7 Amount of time spent with you 4.7 Provider included you in decisions 4.7 Confidence in your doctor 4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.7 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 *Dr. Yarlagadda is outstanding. Caring, knowledgeable, straight talker who really listens! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 The dr. was very good at explaining any questions I had. 9. If I had a question she explained it. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 I think Dr Santi was very friendly, understanding and interested in me. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 *Dr. Yarlagadda is amazing! Great dr. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Exceptional focus on my situation, with the knowledge to take corrective action. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr Yarlagada has been amazing in making sure I understand my condition and what options are to treat it. She suggested I get tested for [PHI] and being treated for it has changed my life. I have so much more energy and my [condition] has returned to normal. Very good Doctor! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Very friendly and personable doctor, listens carefully and pays attention to me. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Excellent National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr. Y was an active and patient listener. I was given the courtesy of sharing my thoughts and she honestly cared and listened! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 From the start I was delighted with NJH and with Dr. Santi. I found a caring, friendly and supportive environment from all sides. This has continued to today. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Yarlagadda is fantastic! I would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone! Knowledgable, listens, is realistic, I felt heard and a part of my care plan. show more National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Yarlagadda is very personable and upbeat. She is so sharp and knowledgeable, I completely trust her opinions and feel I'm in good hands with her as my cardiologist. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 She was very n ice, just didn't seem to care much about past records and tests. She seemed a bit dismissive, but maybe my expectations were too high. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Concern genuine, not rushed, knowledgeable, explained issues in detail National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 She was very thorough and made me feel at ease. I understood everything the entire time. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 I look forward to my visits with *Dr. Yarlagadda. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 She puts up with my temper tantrums and is very good at her field. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 very pleased with my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2020 Awesome provider. Loved her! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Very good. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2020 Always - excellent clear understandable explanation/education on health issues and options pros and cons. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2020 LOVED Dr. Yarlagadda. She treated me with dignity and respect, was friendly, not rushed, and clearly an expert in her field. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2020 I have never had a bad experience with any of the nurses and providers. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 She is an exceptional clinician and a very effective communicator. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2019 My experiences with NJH over the past 1-1/2 to 2 years has far exceeded my expectations. An excellent facilty in all respects. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2019 it was a great visit National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2019 Dr Yarlagadda is the best. [PHI], I go to her though for every other heart issue, including [PHI] proactive steps I should take to keep as healthy as possible National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2019 felt like I was a member of the family National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 The physician was extremely rushed National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2019 Excellent provider, very knowledgeable & thorough, and friendly.