Dr. Pratyaksh K. Srivastava is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure, transplant cardiology, general cardiology, and sports cardiology. With a clinical foundation rooted in rigorous academic training and a commitment to personalized care, Dr. Srivastava brings exceptional expertise and a patient-first approach to the San Diego Cardiac Center team.
Education & Training
Dr. Srivastava graduated with high honors from Dartmouth College, where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and recognized with the President’s Leadership Award. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, serving as Student Body President and earning induction into the prestigious Aesculapian Club.
Dr. Srivastava served as Chief Cardiology Fellow during his Fellowship at UCLA and received multiple commendations for excellence in medical student teaching. He further advanced his subspecialty training with a fellowship in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, one of the nation’s leading heart failure and transplant programs.
Dr. Srivastava's clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of cardiovascular care, with particular interest in:
Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Transplant
Mechanical Circulatory Support (LVAD, RVAD, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Impella, ECMO)
Cardiomyopathies including Genetic Disorders, Cardiac Sarcoidosis and Cardiac Amyloidosis
Arrhythmia Diagnosis and Management including Atrial Fibrillation and Ventricular Tachycardia
Coronary Artery Disease and Peripheral Vascular Disease
Valvular and Pericardial Disease
Preventive Cardiology and Risk Factor Management
Cholesterol Management and Blood Pressure Control
Sports Cardiology
Cardiac Imaging
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Srivastava believes in evidence-based, collaborative care. He prioritizes patient education, encouraging shared decision-making to tailor treatment plans to each individual’s goals and lifestyle. His multidisciplinary expertise—from preventive cardiology to advanced transplant care—allows him to guide patients seamlessly through all stages of cardiovascular health.
Board Certifications & Licensure
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Cardiovascular Disease – ABIM
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology – ABIM
National Board of Echocardiography
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
Research & Academic Contributions
An avid researcher, Dr. Srivastava has contributed to numerous publications in the fields of heart failure, transplant immunology, and cardiovascular outcomes. His work has been recognized at national and international conferences, including the American Heart Association and International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT).
Member, International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)
Awards & Recognition
Dr. Srivastava has been honored with more than a dozen academic and clinical awards, including:
Chief Cardiology Fellow, UCLA
1st Place Quality Improvement Project Winner, Cedars-Sinai LEAP Program
President’s Leadership Award, Dartmouth College
Top Scoring Abstract, AHA Quality of Care Scientific Sessions
Commendations for Teaching Excellence, UCLA
Massachusetts General Hospital Student Run Clinic Leadership Award
Personal Background
Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Dr. Srivastava moved to San Diego in high school—where his lifelong passion for science and community service began. After years of academic and medical training across the country, he is proud to return home to serve the San Diego community with dedication, empathy, and clinical excellence.
Outside of medicine, he enjoys playing ice hockey, golfing, playing guitar, and spending time with his wife and son exploring San Diego.
