Dr. Shyla Krishnan is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and in Geriatrics. She completed her medical education in 1993 at the T.D. Medical College in India, and her medical residency program in 1999 at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She went on to complete her Fellowship in Geriatrics at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2001. She worked as a Senior Clinical Instructor at the Department of Internal Medicine and Geriatrics at the University of Rochester, and as an Attending Physician at Geriatric Associates, LLP in Buffalo. She joined the Alexander Medical Group in May 2005.

Dr. Krishnan is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Geriatric Society. She is also a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine - Department of Medicine, Primary Care Physicians (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Fellow, Monroe Community Hospital. 1999 - 2001

Residency, Resident, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1997 - 1999

Internship, Internal Medicine, State University of New York College at Buffalo. 1996 - 1997

Education

MD | TD Medical College, Alleppey (INDIA). 1993

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.8

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.8

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.8

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8

Patient Comments

5.0

Dr. Krishnan has been my doctor for several years. I have always appreciated her responsiveness to my concerns. I believe she made a good call about my chief complaint during my last appointment. Great doctor!

Sep 10, 2024

5.0

I've been in Dr. Krishnan's care for several years. We have a very good relationship. Our discussions are always focused and productive. I'm grateful for her care.

Aug 31, 2024

5.0

Dr Krishnan is a through and knowledgeable doctor.

Aug 23, 2024

5.0

Thankful

Aug 23, 2024

5.0

Great experience as always

Aug 22, 2024

5.0

Love my Dr Krishnan

Aug 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is beyond kind, caring and gives me the time I need during my visit.

Jul 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is and always has been a compassionate, caring and thorough physician. I am blessed to be her patient.

Jul 25, 2024

5.0

De Krishnan always listens exceptionally well. Wonderful doctor.

Jul 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan

Jul 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Krishnan was extremely respectful as always and answered all of my concerns. She ordered a stress test as I was concerned of feeling dizzy also lowered my verapamil dosage

Jun 24, 2024

5.0

Always listens, always gives time

Jun 10, 2024

5.0

Excellent supportive caring easy to talk to

May 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan, Erica (?) she did my blood pressure etc, Stephanie (?) at check out . Everyone at front desk... All very professional

May 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan has been my primary care provider for many years and always gently urges me to get vaccines and mammograms and make small lifestyle changes so I can stay healthy. She responds quickly for urgent health concerns. I feel well cared for.

May 05, 2024

5.0

I feel Dr. Krishnan and I communicate and collaborate well when I am in for an appointment.

May 05, 2024

5.0

I trust that Dr. Krishnan always has my best interest in mind. Her openness to listen and look at all sides, is always appreciated.

May 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan because she always gives the best care possible

May 05, 2024

3.0

I'm just having problems with her I don't understand her it's difficult havin g to under me ! I'm feeling that I leave to any [...]

May 04, 2024

3.0

It was not what I was used too

May 04, 2024

5.0

I have been with Alexander Medical Group for more than 20 years. I have always received excellent care from everyone associated with the office.

May 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is very kind and understanding and delivers information in a way that a lay person understands. She always listens to what you have to say before responding. I have never had any sort of bad experience in this office in the 20+ years I have been a patient. [...]

May 03, 2024

4.6

Dr. Krishnan is awesome! She reviews every system in my body

May 01, 2024

5.0

I had new health issues this year and saw Dr Krishnan a few times (I am now feeling much better). She was so thorough and kind and I really felt my concerns were addressed. She has always treated me so well.

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

I don't have any improvements, I find that the practice runs smoothly [...].

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Krishnan has been my PCP since 2016. She has always treated me with so much respect, listens to my concerns, takes me seriously, and explains her thought process in a way that is easy to understand. Her medical decision making seems careful and thorough and always makes sense to me. She is very kind as well and has an excellent bedside manner. This is a great practice and I feel lucky to have her as my PCP.

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

As to be expected quality care.

Apr 27, 2024

5.0

My doctor is very knowledgeable, good listener and gives good medical advice.

Apr 23, 2024

5.0

Happy to have Dr. Krishnan as my primary care physician

Apr 23, 2024

5.0

Really happy with my primary care provider

Mar 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is very caring and gives the time to listen to what the patient has to say.

Mar 31, 2024

4.6

My provider is an attentive listener and has taken good care of me over the past years.

Mar 28, 2024

3.0

Practical solutions, no blame

Mar 23, 2024

5.0

Dr S KRISHNAN always v professional and answer all my concerns

Mar 22, 2024

5.0

Always like to see my primary Dr.

Mar 22, 2024

5.0

No matter who I have seen over the years, the care and concern I have received has been exceptional!

Mar 14, 2024

5.0

All good.

Mar 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. S. Krishnan is excellent at all times.

Mar 09, 2024

5.0

This was a routine visit. This Provider dose her very best to concern herself with my whole being.

Feb 24, 2024

5.0

I find Dr. Krishnan very kind and attentive and thorough.

Feb 24, 2024

5.0

I have been seeing Dr Krishnan for several years and continue to do so because she has alwaysBeen proactive when it comes to my health. Due to her due diligence concerning my health I haveBeen diagnosed, treated and remain cancer free for 11 years. Other issues have been dealt with inA timely manner, addressed treated and in many instances resolved. I would see no one else.

Feb 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Krishnan is a wonderful physician and I am glad she is my PCP. She is very respectful, listens carefully, and goes out of her way to explain her decision making. I find her very reassuring and easy to talk to. Charlie at the front desk has always been very friendly to me as well.

Feb 13, 2024

5.0

My experience with this provider over the past 20 years have all been good. I would not change anything.

Feb 11, 2024

5.0

Dr.Krishnan is.a.wonderful doctor,I'm extremely happy to have her.

Feb 11, 2024

5.0

Dr knows my history well and always listens

Feb 09, 2024

5.0

I am happy with my overall experience and at this time, cannot think of what improvements to make to improve my overall experience.

Feb 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is a wonderful doctor! She listens, respects my choice to be as medicine free as possible, and has helped problem solve to find alternatives.

Feb 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Krishnan is always wonderful.

Jan 27, 2024

5.0

Listens well. Explains everything

Jan 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is very empathetic and extremely knowlegable. I couldn't ask for a better primary care physician!

Jan 25, 2024

5.0

Doctors listen to my questions and gives me an honest answer.

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

Great as usual

Jan 06, 2024

1.8

Only the providers opinion mattered

Dec 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Krishnan has been the best doctor I've ever had. She tells me what I need ( pill wise ) and respects my decision if I do not want it. I feel very safe with her.

Dec 19, 2023

5.0

All doctors are very accepting and concerned for my health

Dec 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Krishnan was able to squeeze me into her tight schedule and gave me her full attention and physical exam. She then set up follow up care with rehab appointment

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

I am so glad Dr. Krishnan is my primary care provider. She always gets back to me within a day when I have a question. She explains things very clearly and has a wonderful bedside manner. Very kind person who seems to take a genuine interest in her patients. I always feel that all my concerns are addressed and my questions answered. I don't see her very often as I am generally healthy however it is always a pleasure to see her and I am appreciative of the practice in general as everyone is so responsive. Thank you!

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

This has always been a great practice. Everyone is very helpful and friendly.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

I had no issues. Did labs the same day, Dr Krishnan messaged me about those within a day, and I feel everything is all set. Very smooth visit.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is a wonderful doc with a superb "bedside manner."

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

[...] All was great

Dec 08, 2023

5.0

All was well as I expected.

Dec 08, 2023

3.5

My primary is excellent I only wish that more time could be spent engaging in a genuine conversation as opposed to checking the computer. It's a perfunctory " how are you. " I wish that when asked it would solicit an answer that would give me ey3 contact

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Best care I could ask for!

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

The doctor is easy to talk to. She listens to me and is very knowledgeable.

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Krishnan has always been a thorough, considerate, and well informed care provider.

Oct 10, 2023

5.0

Everything was very good overall.

Sep 27, 2023

5.0

Very satisfied with the care provided by the physician

Sep 01, 2023

5.0

This is my third visit with Dr. K. Each visit has been better than the previous visit. The doc gets to know me better and I get to understand how the doc approaches me.

Aug 19, 2023

5.0

Absolutely love my provider and supporting staff. Always responsive and I feel extremely satisfied with the care I am receiving.

Aug 17, 2023

5.0

Provider has a calming, cheerful demeanor in a busy work environment.

Aug 03, 2023

5.0

Good experience

Jul 31, 2023

5.0

I've been seeing this provider for several years and will not change to a new provider. She is the best PCP I've worked with. She is caring and very complete with her exams. She not afraid to refer me if needed to another doctor.

Jul 30, 2023

5.0

Listen to me about my care. Always has suggestions or concerns and explains why she feels it Is best for me.

Jul 30, 2023

5.0

I have seen this provider for several years and she has always taken care of my medical needs. Any concerns or issues have been dealt with in a professional and caring way and always with my complete understanding of a situation regarding my best interest and always within a short amount of time if not immediately. I wouldn't think of going to anyone else.

Jul 23, 2023

5.0

Our Doctor is a sweetie, very helpful and I feel overwhelmed. God bless her!

Jul 14, 2023

5.0

Very attentive and patient and thorough in exam.

Jul 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Krishnan always listens and spends time to answer my questions and concerns

Jun 30, 2023

5.0

This is a new provider. My experience are very limited - So far, she is very nice.

Jun 20, 2023

1.8

[...] it's noticeable the provider was in a rush.

Jun 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Krishnan is easy to talk to and listens to what I say. Dr. Krishnan and her staff really cares about my health.

Jun 09, 2023

5.0

Professional, empathetic and great bedside manner. I am fortunate to have Dr. Krishnan as my PCP.

Jun 09, 2023

5.0

I feel that Dr. Krishnan is 100% concerned for my health care. Although I am very healthy, she still takes as much time as I need.

Jun 07, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Krishnan for many years and have a good rapport with her. I trust her with my care and health maintenance.

Jun 01, 2023

5.0

Excelent experience, always keeps me informed regarding my blood tests.

May 26, 2023