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Donald Grandis is a general cardiologist with a particular interest in personalizing care to prevent or manage cardiac disease optimally for each patient. He practices noninvasive cardiology, which includes transthoracic, stress and transesophageal echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart). He also interprets stress tests and nuclear cardiac images.

In his research, Grandis studies ways to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. He also looks at using remote patient monitoring and other health care technologies to improve outcomes in patients with common heart conditions.

Grandis earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. He completed his residency and a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1988

  • Fellowships

    UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Cardiology, 1992

  • Residencies

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1987

  • Internship

    UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1986

  • Education

    Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, 1985

  • Languages

    English

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    292 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 19, 2025
    Dr. Grandis is an excellent physician and care giver from both a technical competency and as a kind, thoughtful caregiver.
    Mar 11, 2025
    A true professional and an asset to the medical professionCompassionate, knowledgeable and caring
    Feb 22, 2025
    Dr. Grandis is a stellar doctor and I feel fortunate to have had him as a care provider.
    Feb 21, 2025
    I've said this before. Dr. Grandis should get a 10 on all these questions. He is one of the best doctors who has cared for me. The absolute most outstanding bedside manner for someone in cardiology who is dealing with stressful people like me. Thorough, caring, listens, offers options. Not an alarmist. Practical. Happy for him that he is retiring . Not for me!!!!!!!
    Feb 04, 2025
    Doctor Grandis is an excellent doctor and cardiologist. Thoughtful and thorough.
    Feb 01, 2025
    Dr. Grandis is fantastic.
    Jan 29, 2025
    Answered all of my questions in a way that was understandable. Very caring and thorough.
    Jan 23, 2025
    Excellent doctor and sorry to see him retire. Really gets and appreciates my conditions, desires, etc. Always has an answer backed up by facts m. GREAT doctor!
    Jan 12, 2025
    Dr. Grandis has provided consistently excellent and empathetic care and will be sincerely missed by his patients.
    Jan 09, 2025
    Feel very lucky to be patient of Dr Grandis. I have a lot of confidence that I'm getting the best care available.
    Dec 31, 2024
    Very good experience
    Dec 27, 2024
    The doctor explained everything to me very well
    Dec 19, 2024
    Outstanding, caring, expert, listened to me.
    Dec 14, 2024
    Very knowledgeable, kind and caring and really seemed to care about me. Thank you.
    Oct 22, 2024
    Dr Grandis is an outstanding providerhe considers the WHOLE person as well as the ciornary issues. 5 star rated
    Oct 21, 2024
    This was my second visit with Dr. Grandis. He has a perfect bedside manner, listened attentively, one of the best physicians at UC. However, it was difficult to secure a timely appointments as needed.
    Oct 16, 2024
    Dr Grandis was very empathetic and an excellent listener. His guidance about stopping statins was quite relevant!
    Oct 15, 2024
    Very good experience Dr Grandis was very knowledgeable of my concerns
    Oct 08, 2024
    I most likely won't remember the care provider: but when I was there I felt he was caring and knowledgeable.
    Oct 08, 2024
    Doctor Grandis and doctor Bailis are fantastic Thank you very much
    Sep 15, 2024
    Dr. Grandis is and continues to be an amazing physician and as a physician myself, he is a model for me.
    Sep 08, 2024
    My husband was a patient of Dr. Grandis before me. We are both very grateful for him.
    Sep 01, 2024
    I am very lucky to have Dr Grandis as my cardiologist. He is a wonderful doctor and very caring.
    Aug 29, 2024
    Dr. Grandis helped me understand more about my cardiac health and care in one visit than I received in 4 years across two other doctors at other providers. Amazing job.
    Aug 15, 2024
    I was not able to contact my care provider despite many attempts
    Aug 09, 2024
    Dr. Grandis seems to be a fine doctor, aware, kind and informative.
    Jul 21, 2024
    Good
    Jul 14, 2024
    I have seen Dr. Grandis for close to 8 years now. He is always an utmost professional physician, listen to my concerns, explain the care plan in details, and always exhibit compassion and empathy to his patients
    Jul 11, 2024
    Wonderful doctor!
    Jul 09, 2024
    Dr. Grandis was great!
    Jul 04, 2024
    Dr. Grandis is a kind, caring and very competent doctor. I am very grateful to be his patient.
    Jul 02, 2024
    The care provider was very helpful and answered any questions we had very thoroughly.
    Jun 18, 2024
    Open-minded, precise in reasoning and explanations. Superb experience
    Jun 13, 2024
    This was an outstanding care provider with empathy, great listening skills, and professional and through history and exam. I am recommending him to everyone!
    Jun 10, 2024
    Both doctors in the room with me were excellent.
    Jun 09, 2024
    Dr Grandis Is a caring, thorough and knowledgeable expert. It is reassuring that he is looking out for me and that UCSF has such professionals on staff.
    Jun 06, 2024
    Dr. Grandis and his fellow were above & beyond fabulous!! I highly recommend both!!!!
    Jun 06, 2024
    Dr grandis continues to be friendly, professional, firm and prompt in his professional opinions and advice and very positive in his approach
    May 25, 2024
    Outstanding physician - kind, concerned, expert
    May 23, 2024
    I feel fortunate to to have such a good Dr
    May 22, 2024
    Dr. Grandis is the epitome of good doctoring.
    May 17, 2024
    What s great doctor and human being...took all questions..made u feel comfortable when discussing sensitive feeling about your health
    Apr 24, 2024
    Dr. Gramdis has solved my many medical problems.
    Apr 22, 2024
    I am very pleased with Dr. Grandis.
    Mar 22, 2024
    Dr Grandis is the best care provider I have. He listens, he fixes and I always feel good when I leave his office. Great physician.
    Mar 21, 2024
    I am not a fan of video visits, but Doctor Grandis made me feel as if I were right in the room with him
    Mar 19, 2024
    It took a long time but I'm glad I waited to see Dr. Grandis. He was reassuring and had hopeful/new ideas to help me.
    Mar 15, 2024
    He is absolutely perfect Knowledge, caring, and understanding
    Mar 13, 2024
    Dr Grandis is wonderful! Kind and compassionate as well as a brilliant clinician.
    Mar 07, 2024
    Excellent
    Jan 09, 2024
    We are so grateful to have Dr Grandis as our cardiologist
    Jan 06, 2024
    I felt the doctor listened to me, asked questions and cared about me
    Dec 31, 2023
    An exceptionally-good experience. He really was keen to get to the causes of my maladies. The next steps he prescribed feel correct.
    Dec 22, 2023
    Highly recommend Dr. Grandis and this practice to others!
    Dec 15, 2023
    Dr. Grandis and his staff are outstanding!
    Dec 01, 2023
    Amazing! Thorough, engaged, caring and informative.
    Nov 30, 2023
    Dr. Grandis was extremely empathetic, respectful and helpful in discussing my condition, treatment options and next steps.
    Nov 24, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is kind, compassionate, caring & an outstanding doctor in whom I have total trust and confidence.
    Nov 04, 2023
    Dr G is an amazing provider & showed great kindness & concern for me as well for my husband who was also his patient until his recent death
    Nov 04, 2023
    Dr Grandis listened to me and considered everything I was saying.
    Oct 27, 2023
    I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Grandis as my doctor.
    Oct 27, 2023
    Excellent provider!!!
    Oct 17, 2023
    I have recommended Dr Grandis to others. He is fantastic!
    Oct 02, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is the best.
    Sep 29, 2023
    A completely courteous, respectful and informative experience.
    Sep 18, 2023
    Care & concern fantastic. Couldn't ask for any better attention
    Sep 15, 2023
    Dr. Grandis needs no recommendation to others, as his reputation precedes him! His reputation is 1000% deserved. Great communicator, listens to concerns, responds patiently. Couldn't be better!
    Sep 05, 2023
    Dr. Grand is a most compassionate and caring cardiologist. He listened carefully to and understood my concerns about the medications, and I am deeply appreciative of how personable and direct he was with me.
    Sep 02, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is an excellent doctor; he was friendly, patient, thorough, and clear. I am happy that I was referred to him.
    Sep 01, 2023
    Dr. Grandis and the others involved in my care are very thorough and patient. They always recommend whatever tests or scans might be of value in diagnosing and improving my health. The commitment to maintaining and improving my health at UCSF is very obvious to me.
    Aug 07, 2023
    The doctor is very conscientious and friendly
    Aug 04, 2023
    Dr. Grandis was professional and covered all my concerns including possible reasons I may be experiencing a certain problem. He is friendly, kind and has a wonderful sense of humor. I recommend him to anyone seeking a cardiologist.
    Aug 01, 2023
    Dr Grandis provides the best medical experience I have ever had!
    Aug 01, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is a next-level cardiologist. He cares about his patients, he is highly skilled, and I cannot say enough good things about him. Outstanding dr!
    Jul 18, 2023
    Would give a very, very good rating if available. Extremely pleasant, listens and explains everything well, and answered questions well
    Jul 18, 2023
    Excellent
    Jul 15, 2023
    Excellent experience: I feel very fortunate to have been seen by Dr. Grandis. He was knowledgeable, personable, familiar with my issues and records, attentive and a good listener, and very clear and patient in his explanations. I feel comfortable and confident in being in his care.
    Jul 08, 2023
    I was very fortunate that Dr Grandis was able to provide my care following diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. He is a talented clinician who reviewed the data carefully and modified the diagnosis which impacted the care plan. He is caring, informative and attentive. As a physician, I can only provide laudatory comments.
    Jun 08, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is fantastic and caring.
    May 31, 2023
    He was fabulous with me. Really respected my opinion. He really listened.

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