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 128 Patient Ratings 23 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 Ask a Question through Patient Portal Sign in to your My National Jewish Health patient portal account to communicate with your care team, manage appointments, and more. Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654 Locations National Jewish Health Main Campus 1400 Jackson St. Denver, CO 80206 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. Provider showed concern 4.7 Friendliness 4.7 Spoke using clear language 4.8 Provider explained things clearly 4.6 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 4.6 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– 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. show more 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. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr. Yarlagadda is an excellet physician......extremely professional, courteous and knowledgeable. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2019 *Dr. Santi is an expert in her field and very knowledgeable. Rate her a 10 in her file!! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 1st visit! it was a great visit National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2019 Dr. Santi Yarlagadda was one of the most amazing physicians I have ever worked with. Very detailed, knowledgeable, and confident. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 Dr. Yarlagada became an accountability partner for me with respect to diet.