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Dr. Neal Shah is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiac imaging, including echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart). He cares for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular diseases while focusing particularly on conditions affecting the heart's valves. He directs structural echocardiography services at UCSF.

Shah's research focuses on improving the quality and effectiveness of cardiac imaging services as well as of patient care and health care systems in general. Applying his expertise in analyzing imaging results, he provides treatment guidance to other cardiovascular care providers. He also serves as director of the advanced echocardiography and non-invasive cardiovascular imaging fellowship programs.

Shah earned his medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, where he also served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at UCLA Medical Center and a fellowship in echocardiography and cardiovascular imaging at Stanford University Medical Center.

He cares for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular diseases but has a particular focus on conditions affecting the heart's valves.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2021

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2014

  • Fellowships

    Stanford University School of Medicine, Echocardiography, 2022

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2021

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2017

  • Residencies

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2015

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2014

  • Internship

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2012

  • Education

    University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, 2011

  • Languages

    English

Where I see patients (4)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    102 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 13, 2025
    I was very pleased with my appointment and how he talked and listen to me
    Mar 01, 2025
    Very positive visit.
    Jan 11, 2025
    Dr Shah did a deep dive into my cardio history, and was prepared and informative.
    Dec 23, 2024
    Dr. Shah was wonderful!
    Dec 22, 2024
    I love Dr. Shaw. He's knowledgeable and friendly. As well as informative
    Nov 07, 2024
    We are traveling so it is wonderful that we have continuing access to excellent health care. Have been very pleased with the quick answers and continued concern.
    Nov 07, 2024
    Dr asked good questions. He listened to my concerns. He was easy to talk to. He was thorough. I liked him a lot.
    May 25, 2024
    Very pleased with Dr. Shaw's work with me. Friendly professional calming
    May 09, 2024
    Dr. Sha has explained everything what I wanted to know efficiently in comprehensive language.
    Apr 30, 2024
    Dr. Neal Shah was wonderful. All the staff of UCSF which I have been contact have been great.
    Apr 21, 2024
    In short I feel I have the best provider.easy to communicate has compassion and emphaty and patience.
    Apr 02, 2024
    Dr. Shah was friendly warm, very professional and knowledgeable. Very pleased with my appointment with him.
    Mar 24, 2024
    All good.
    Mar 22, 2024
    Dr. Shaw was excellent, he explained everything very well. Discussed options and tests Campaign and his after appointment notes were also very helpful as was his office. Follow up to schedule appointment.
    Dec 24, 2023
    Dr Shah is first rate
    Oct 13, 2023
    It's reassuring to know that specialty doctors take every condition seriously and collaborate with their team to utilize everyone's knowledge and expertise to provide the best possible solution for health problems. The UCSF team's dedication to bringing their patients the latest and most sophisticated treatments is highly appreciated, and it indicates their commitment to providing the utmost level of care. Thank you.
    Sep 12, 2023
    Very helpful
    Sep 03, 2023
    I feel very fortunate to have the excellent care I have. Thank you
    Aug 29, 2023
    Hes smaet and quick to diognose and treat
    Aug 02, 2023
    Great. Wished I had access much sooner as my problem began 30 days earlier
    Jul 24, 2023
    Very informative and understandable call.
    Jul 06, 2023
    Excellent Doctor knowledgeable and helpful!
    Jul 04, 2023
    All aspects were covered more than adequately.

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