Brian C. Kolski
M.D.
“We live in exciting times. Caring for patients with cardiac and vascular disease is more rewarding than ever. Nothing is more satisfying than helping a new patient with education, prevention, and the treatment of complex problems.”
Credentials and Education
- Medical School: Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL
- Internship: University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Residency: University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Fellowship: Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship, UCSD, San Diego, CA
- Fellowship: Interventional Cardiology, UCSD, San Diego, CA
- Fellowship: Special Vascular Procedures, UCSD, San Diego, CA
Board Certification
- Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Diplomate, American Board of Cardiovascular Disease
- Diplomate, American Board of Interventional Cardiology
Professional Organizations & Directorships
- American College of Cardiology
- Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions
- Director, Orange County Heart Institute Non-Invasive Vascular Lab
- Director of Structural Heart Disease at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange County
Research
Lipid Rich Plaque Study (LRP) — Identifying vulnerable patients and vulnerable coronary plaque to better understand acute coronary syndrome
Clinical Interests
Vascular disease, Lipid disorders, Identifying risk in asymptomatic patients
Family and Hobbies
My wife Barbi and I have two children, a daughter Emerson and a son, Hudson. I enjoy surfing, skiing, and golf when I’m not in the office.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Additional Bio
Dr. Kolski is board certified in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Diseases. He is a nationally recognized faculty member of the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions and a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). He helped start the transcatheter valve program and participates in every case done at St. Joseph hospital. Dr. Kolski also runs the non-invasive vascular lab at OCHI.
Previously, Dr. Kolski started a busy and successful vascular and limb salvage program in Salt Lake City, Utah. He travels throughout the United States educating physicians on vascular techniques, as well as CHIP – Complex Higher risk (and Indicated) Patients.