There are 3 fellows each year with their own areas of interests and plans for the future. The program gives them a firm grounding in general cardiology, but also allows them the flexibility to focus on a specific sub-specialty, if desired.
A Word from Our Chief Fellow
We are a small, highly motivated group and we thoroughly enjoy training at this program. Most of us chose this program because of the outstanding clinical training with a full spectrum of cardiovascular pathology, unique research opportunities and collaboration with regional KPNC facilities, and an opportunity to work with faculty committed to trainee development and mentorship. One of the most important assets to this program is the collegiality between fellows and faculty alike. The fellows are treated like friends and colleagues.
This program is designed to have the fellows learn and succeed. The faculty will frequently step in to facilitate patient care so that the fellows can attend conferences, participate in interesting procedures and even do rotations away from the medical center. Furthermore, we are provided guidance and assistance in securing sub-specialty training or employment.
Though the fellows are an integral part of the cardiology department our program is set up in such a way that it is not dependent on the fellows, leading to an excellent culture and training environment.
Current Fellows
Neha Mantri, MD
Chief Cardiology Fellow
Neha Mantri, MD
Chief Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of Cincinnati
Medical Education
University of Cincinnati
Residency
UC Davis
Career Aspirations
Preventative cardiology with a focus on med tech innovation
How I Thrive
Group fitness classes, my favorite being Barry’s Bootcamp! Attending health/tech symposiums and brainstorming start-up ideas with my very techie husband.
What I like best about the fellowship
What I enjoy most about Kaiser is the ability to work in a fully integrative, cost-effective, system which prioritizes high value care, innovation, and fellow education. The diversity of patients, pathologies, and genuine excitement for clinical medicine by the faculty (and fellows!) makes each day exciting! And most importantly, the camaraderie and within the KP-SF Cardiology group makes you feel like you have a home away from home!
Josh Chung, MD
3rd Year Cardiology Fellow
Josh Chung, MD
3rd Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of California, Davis
Medical Education
University of California, Davis
Residency
Kaiser Permanente, Oakland Medical Center
Career Aspirations
Exploring my options
How I Thrive
Spending time with my wife and two Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Outdoor activities like golf, hiking and snowboarding, travelling and exploring new foods and culture.
What I like best about the fellowship
This is a wonderful program for the variety of cases you see as well as the education/research opportunities available to you, all within a highly integrated health care system that truly focuses on patient care. I’m thankful to be surrounded by faculty and staff who are supportive and passionate about teaching and developing me into a compassionate and thoughtful cardiologist. Finally, I am grateful to be around my cadre of co-fellows who will not only be future colleagues, but also lifelong friends. No matter where you go next from here, you will be well supported and well trained!
Moyukh Ghosh, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Moyukh Ghosh, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate[
Williams College
Medical Education
University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Science
Residency
Kaiser Permanente, San Francisco Medical Center
Career Aspirations
Congenital Heart Disease or Advanced Heart Failure
How I Thrive
Cycling, Running, Travel
What I like Best about the Fellowship
I completed my residency at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco and witnessed first-hand how truly exceptional this program is. The strength of this program is the faculty, they care about the fellows’ education and well-being. They foster a family environment, they are very supportive. I am fortunate and excited to continue my training at Kaiser San Francisco.
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Alexander Hardwick, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Alexander Hardwick, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of Iowa
Medical Education
Southern Illinois University
Residency
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Career Aspirations
General cardiology vs advanced heart failure
How I Thrive
Spending time with my wife and high energy Golden Retriever, hiking and exercise
What I like Best about the Fellowship
What drew me to KP was the dedicated, passionate staff focused primarily on delivering excellent care and superb teaching. The KP model is unique from the ground up and allows excellent, but also efficient care to patients. This is something I believe all healthcare delivery systems should strive for and provides a great teaching environment.
Kevin Kheder, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Kevin Kheder, MD
2nd Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of California San Diego (UCSD)
Medical Education
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Residency
Scripps Green Hospital/Scripps Clinic
How I Thrive
Working out, hiking, pick-up basketball, going to the beach, spending time with my wonderful fiancee, traveling and exploring new places, hanging with family and friends
Why I chose Fellowship
I am excited to begin my fellowship at a distinguished program right in the heart of San Francisco city. Kaiser Permanente's model is very progressive and I believe that most health systems will shift towards a system such as Kaiser
Jesse Fitzpatrick, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Jesse Fitzpatrick, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
The Colorado College Medical school
Medical Education
Duke University School of Medicine
Residency
University of California, San Francisco
Career Aspirations
I have multiple areas of interest within cardiology including advanced heart failure, cardiac imaging, and general cardiology. Outside of my clinical work I am passionate about understanding how to improve patient outcomes and how this can best be accomplished by changes in healthcare delivery. I want a career where I can continue to work with residents and fellows after I have finished training.
How I Thrive
I like to recharge by spending time in nature. My wife and I enjoy rock climbing, backpacking, and skiing. We recently have branched out into traditional rock climbing where you protect the route using CAMs and nuts instead of bolts placed in the rock. I am also an avid home brewer and enjoy exploring new beer recipes with friends.
What I Like Best about the Fellowship
Everyone is excited to be coming to work and enthusiastic about fellow education. The patient/procedural volume is fantastic and Kaiser has some of the largest patient databases in the world for clinical research.
Umar Malik, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Umar Malik, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of New Mexico
Medical Education
University of New Mexico
Residency
University of New Mexico
Career Aspirations
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
How I Thrive
Family, friends, music, poetry, and the outdoors!
What I Chose This Fellowship
I chose Kaiser to pursue my cardiology fellowship because the people I met on my interview day were both genuine and caring. Growing up and training in New Mexico, I knew that if I left for fellowship, it would have to be to a place that not only supported my career goals, but more importantly, treated me like family. After my interview day, I knew that Kaiser was that place. I knew that I would get excellent training in a welcoming environment, surrounded by individuals who cared about me as a person and not just as a trainee. I can’t wait to get started!
Paniz Vafaei, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Paniz Vafaei, MD
1st Year Cardiology Fellow
Undergraduate
University of California, Berkeley
Medical Education
Creighton University
Residency
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
Career Aspiration
General cardiology with an interest in women’s health versus advanced heart failure, Quality improvement
How I Thrive
Spending time with my family and friends, Cooking, Traveling, Skiing, and an occasional good Netflix binge
What I Chose this Fellowship
Having worked within the Kaiser system during my residency, I knew that I wanted to continue my training in this leading integrated healthcare system that prioritizes high-quality and innovative patient care. Moreover, after spending time at Kaiser SF, I had the opportunity to work with the knowledgeable and passionate faculty, experience the collegial and supportive environment, care for the diverse patient population, and witness a wide array of pathologies. The program prioritizes fellow education and fosters fellows’ growth so it was clear to me that this is where I wanted to be!
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