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Dr. Krishan Soni is an interventional cardiologist who cares for patients with conditions including complex coronary artery disease (CAD), acute coronary syndromes and cardiomyopathies (diseases of the heart muscle). He also provides critical cardiological care. In collaboration with the UCSF heart team, he performs procedures for patients in a category known as CHIP (complex higher-risk and indicated patients) and treats chronic total occlusions (blocked coronary arteries) in patients with advanced CAD.

At the UCSF Heart and Vascular Center, Soni serves as medical director for quality and safety. His focus is using clinical data and analytic capabilities to drive improvements in quality and value in cardiology, including cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. In addition, as a clinical quality improvement champion for the Division of Cardiology, he works on numerous projects to enhance the care provided to patients with cardiovascular disease. He brings his passion for medical education to both roles, seeking to engage UCSF medical students, residents and fellows in these endeavors.

Soni earned his medical degree at the Yale School of Medicine and his master of business administration degree, with a focus on health care operations and finance, at the Yale School of Management. He completed his residency in internal medicine at UCSF, serving as the first chief resident in quality improvement and patient safety – a research and teaching role focused on enhancing the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care. He remained at UCSF for fellowships in clinical cardiology and interventional cardiology, serving as chief fellow. He joined the faculty in 2016.

In addition to caring for patients at UCSF, Soni works with San Francisco's emergency medical services to help ensure delivery of high-quality emergency cardiac care throughout the city and county of San Francisco. He has also served on quality improvement committees for several state and national cardiovascular societies.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, 2016

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2015

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2011

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Interventional Cardiology, 2016

    UCSF, Cardiovascular Disease, 2015

  • Residencies

    UCSF, 2012

    UCSF, Internal Medicine, 2011

  • Internship

    UCSF, Internal Medicine, 2009

  • Education

    Yale University School of Medicine, 2008

  • Languages

    English

My goal is to improve life for patients and their loved ones by providing the highest-quality, most compassionate care.

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    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    143 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 01, 2025
    Dr Soni was very informative, he listened & answered all my questions & concerns. He did not rush our appt like some of my other doctors Very caring & courteous.
    Feb 20, 2025
    Dr Soni is so amazing!!!!
    Feb 08, 2025
    Dr Soni and his associate were both great professionals, and what was exceptional was that they listened!!!!!
    Feb 06, 2025
    Courteous, knowledgeable, caring
    Jan 22, 2025
    On time, not rushed, supportive
    Jan 09, 2025
    Dr Soni is the best
    Dec 26, 2024
    Dr Soni is great and extra ordinary and listens to everything.
    Nov 28, 2024
    Dr. SONI IS THE MOST CARING PHYSICIAN I EVER HAD. HE FINDS THE PROBLEM AND CURES IT. I GIVE HIM 5 PLUS RATING.I ALSO I APPRECIATE THE ADMINISTRATION OF UCSF FOR HIRING AND MAINTAINING SUCH HIGH CALIBRE DOCTOR. THANKS
    Oct 10, 2024
    Dr. Soni is fantastic. He is very thorough and reviewed all the results of my studies. He reviewed exercise guidelines and limitations. He was comprehensive in his review of my cardiac history and current status. Since my tests were normal I appreciate the preventative angle he discussed since I do have many cardiac risk factors.
    Sep 12, 2024
    I was very impressed with efficiency of visit flow, Dr. Soni was absolutely amazing! I came for the second opinion, cardiology team that was taking care of me could not give good answers or explanation of what was going on for the past year. Dr. Soni reviewed all care, explained all tests that were done, developed very clear problem list and address each problem with extremely clear plan. I can say with ease that I never had such right to the point and very patient centered appointment, I felt that care was very sincere and goal oriented with very reasonable treatment plan. Thank you Dr.Soni!
    Jul 25, 2024
    Dr Soni was excellent. He listened & addressed all my concerns & did not rush the visit.
    Jul 25, 2024
    Dr. Soni made us feel like he genuinely cared about my health and well being. I felt like I could express my concerns to him and he actually listened to me.
    Jul 25, 2024
    Great
    Jun 27, 2024
    Dr Soni was great! Great communicator and listener. Made you feel a part of the decision process
    Jun 13, 2024
    Dr Soni is a very compassionate, professional and patient focused physician. I feel extremely confident with his ability to provide care for me
    May 09, 2024
    I would rate Dr. Soni about a 10
    Apr 25, 2024
    Dr. Soni and his assistant Dr. Sebastian were both excellent. They asked many questions and listened to all symptoms and concerns. They recommended additional testing and patiently gave sound advice. Would recommend without exception.
    Apr 04, 2024
    Dr. Soni was great, as I expected.
    Mar 28, 2024
    Dr. Soni rates as the best physician I've seen in years, and I've seen several excellent docs.
    Mar 22, 2024
    Dr. Soni is caring with focus on patient centered medical care. Great listener involving the patient in each detail of the care process.
    Dec 13, 2023
    All good with me.
    Sep 28, 2023
    I am very fortunate to have Dr. Soni as my cardiologist
    Jul 29, 2023
    Very patient and knowledgeable and professional
    Jul 27, 2023
    Dr. Soni and his staff are all great!
    Jul 15, 2023
    Dr. Soni was excellent. He lets me know he's concern about my health. Explains everything & takes the time to answer all my questions. I'm very happy to have him as my cardiologist.
    Jul 13, 2023
    Dr Soni was terrific, a great asset to UCSF!
    Jun 18, 2023
    Dr. Soni and the nurses are very caring. The best team of professionals. Thanks for providing such a high quality medical staff.
    May 27, 2023
    Very clear , detailed, thoughtful and friendly

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