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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.

  • Education

    Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, 1985

  • Fellowships

    University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 1992

  • Board Certifications

    Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Professor

Where I see patients (3)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    339 Ratings
    About our process
    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.
    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.
    May 25, 2023
    Dr. Grandis was great. Very informative and caring
    May 25, 2023
    Explained everything very nicely
    May 23, 2023
    Dr Grandis is an excellent Cardiologist and he is very polite and helpful with my medical needs and problems. I would recommend him without any hesitation to all my. Family members and friends.
    May 13, 2023
    Good
    May 11, 2023
    Dr was very caring and offered good information for continued good health.
    May 11, 2023
    One of the finest physicians that I have ever I met
    May 09, 2023
    Dr Grandis has an amazing way of communicating and relating to me, and other patients I have referred to him. He is a really good doctor and I am grateful for his care, expertise, communication, and kindness.
    May 08, 2023
    My experiences with Dr Grandis in communication and treatment have been superb. He listens to my concerns and answers appropriately without condescension. He has excellent "bedside manners".
    May 04, 2023
    Excellent professional, caring doctorGoes above and beyond
    Apr 25, 2023
    Very caring, gave me care options and included me in decisions regarding going forward. I felt very confident that I am in good hands.
    Apr 21, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is clearly knowledgeable, thoughtful, caring and skilled. He listens well, responds with full information, and takes time to hear detail on the Issues. He's a top-notch physician and I've definitely had some who were not.
    Apr 20, 2023
    Dr. Grandis always listens to me and provides empathetic advice and recommendations. By enabling me to make informed decisions as to my care he ensures that I will have "equity" in the decisions taken.
    Apr 15, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is a fantastic cardiologist, has a great bedside manner, and really cares about his patients. He's very proactive in initiating follow-up appointments and tests.
    Mar 27, 2023
    Dealing with the Fellow as well as Dr. Grandis. Should make sure we are mostly dealing with Dr. Grandis.
    Mar 23, 2023
    Very good experience
    Mar 16, 2023
    Dr Grandis is an asset to the medical profession. He is very kind as well as extremely knowledgeable.
    Mar 16, 2023
    Both my spouse and I attended my 1st visit with this provider. Dr Grandis is a gifted medical professional with a thorough approachIn working with new patients ! My previous general cardiologist was not a focused problem solver willing to go a little bit above the basics.
    Mar 11, 2023
    My only problem is there was communication problem between pharmacy and doctor. I was able to get my new med two days later.
    Mar 07, 2023
    Dr Grandis is a very good listener and really cares about his patients. I feel very lucky to be in his care.
    Feb 28, 2023
    Dr Grundis was very courteous and listened well to my concerns
    Feb 28, 2023
    Excellent articulation and explanation of my case, recommended another test to sign off on "no need for regular checks with cardiology", as well as to be watchful for possible return of my symptoms. All very clear in plain English
    Feb 28, 2023
    Dr Grandis had an incredible bedside manner. He thoroughly listens and understands and addressed my concerns.
    Feb 20, 2023
    This experience was one of the best I have had at UCSF. Thank you!
    Jan 30, 2023
    Dr. Grandis is always interested in listening, friendly, professional, knowledgeable, empathetic and caring, and prompt. A wonderful doctor. I couldn't be happier.
    Jan 28, 2023
    Excellent
    Jan 05, 2023
    Very wonderful!
    Jan 01, 2023
    Dr grandis is great
    Dec 17, 2022
    She was excellent...clear, understandable and made things easy.
    Dec 14, 2022
    I'm thankful to have Dr. Grandis as my cardiologist. He has on numerous visits, managed to catch and correct issues/directions that were missed, or made in outright error by various medical staff over these last four years.
    Dec 13, 2022
    Dr. Grandis is one of the better with his bedside manner. He is very attentive and is just a really nice individual. Very easy to talk to and I feel like his is truly empathetic.
    Dec 10, 2022
    I would suggest that Dr Grandis train Students in office manner but that would leave you with one fewer great Doctor so please disregard comment
    Dec 10, 2022
    Dr. Grandis is best ever experienced. BRAVO
    Dec 04, 2022
    Dr Grandis is great.
    Dec 03, 2022
    This establishment doctor and nurses were far the best I ever experienced.
    Nov 22, 2022
    There are not words to express my respect and appreciation for Dr. Grandis.
    Nov 22, 2022
    If I could give Dr. Grandis a 10, I would. Knowledgeable (of course) caring, not alarming but candid, spent as much time with me as I needed. Very clear on diagnosis and prognosis and next steps. I am not happy to have a heart condition, but I am so grateful that Dr. Grandis is my cardiologist.
    Nov 22, 2022
    Dr G is awesome & always attentive to whole patient. I've been seeing cardiologists for decades & he is the best I've ever seen?

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