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Allison Kratka, MD

Cardiac Imaging • Cardiology
Cardiology Daniel Burnham Court
415-353-2873
Portrait of Allison Kratka
Portrait of Allison Kratka
ucsf logo

Allison Kratka, MD

Cardiac Imaging • Cardiology
Cardiology Daniel Burnham Court
415-353-2873

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About me

Dr. Allison Kratka is a non-invasive cardiologist who cares for patients with heart disease and has a special interest in using echocardiography to treat valvular heart disease.

Kratka earned her medical degree at Duke University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard University. She completed fellowships in general cardiology and advanced echocardiography at UCSF.

Kratka's research focuses on quality improvement and implementation science, ensuring that high-quality care reaches patients. Her previous work has focused on cardiac implantable electronic devices (such as pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators), remote monitoring of heart failure patients, heart failure readmissions and insurance coverage for invasive coronary angiography.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Dis
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Structural echocardiography, UCSF Graduate Medical Education
  • Cardiovascular Disease, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, Brigham and Womens Hospital GME

Degree

  • MD, Duke University School of Medicine

My expertise

Locations

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    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    47 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 30, 2026

      Dr. Kratka was very professional, as well as being warm and friendly. She explained clearly what my situation was and the options available to me. She put me at ease - I knew I was in capable hands.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 25, 2026

      Dr. Kratka took time to get to know me and discuss everything about my condition, and was very thorough and compassionate.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 6, 2025

      Dr. Allison Kratka made me feel comfortable, spoke to me with compassion and care for my symptoms. I gained a lot of confidence in how Dr. Kratka will be treating me as her patient. I am so Grateful and Blessed to have Dr. Kratka as my Cardiologist.

    • 4.9 out of 5 Stars
      December 5, 2025

      Dr. Kratka is a wonderful cardiologist. She is newish to the field and that was of concern before I met her. But, her preparation, attentiveness to detail and brief explanation of her work history, together with her kindness and overall competence won both my husband and I over. I am delighted she will be my new cardiologist and I hope we have a long "run" together.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 3, 2025

      Dr. Allison Kratka is a very good addition to the UC system.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 16, 2025

      Dr. Kratka is a great doctor! She's very knowledgeable and thorough. She takes the time to listen, answers questions and explain everything. I felt so comfortable talking to her considering it was my first time meeting her.

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