Dr. Srini – Internal Medicine Specialist in Calgary
MD, FRCPC (Canada)
Comprehensive assessment and collaborative management for adults with complex or multisystem medical conditions.
Direct referrals now accepted from family physicians and nurse practitioners. A referral is required; Dr. Srini does not accept direct patient bookings.
About Dr. Srini, MD, FRCPC (Canada)
Dr. Srini is a Royal College-certified Internal Medicine Specialist (FRCPC, Canada), licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, with extensive consultant experience in both Canada and the United Kingdom.
He trained and practiced for several years as a hospital-based Internal Medicine consultant in the United Kingdom before continuing specialist practice in Canada, caring for adults with complex, multisystem and chronic medical conditions across inpatient, outpatient and critical care settings.
Dr. Srini works collaboratively with family physicians and nurse practitioners to provide timely specialist assessment and ongoing co-management, helping ensure patients receive coordinated, appropriate care.
In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Srini has held leadership roles in medical education, clinical governance and research, including doctoral research in regenerative medicine and stem cell transplantation.
Professional Background
Dr. Srini completed his medical education in India before pursuing postgraduate training and specialist practice in the United Kingdom, where he served as a Consultant Physician within the NHS for nearly nine years across acute medicine, inpatient internal medicine, outpatient clinics, and intensive care support.
He subsequently practiced as an Internal Medicine Specialist in Saskatchewan, Canada for more than a year, providing inpatient, ICU, and outpatient internal medicine services while serving as Area Lead for Internal Medicine. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC), a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP, UK), and remains listed on the UK General Medical Council Specialist Register in General Internal Medicine.
Dr. Srini has supervised resident physicians, physician assistants, and medical students, and contributed to numerous patient safety and service improvement initiatives. He holds a PhD with research focused on stem cell transplantation and medical imaging, with academic interests spanning regenerative medicine, stroke, geriatrics, and healthcare quality improvement, and has presented and published internationally.
Why Refer to Dr. Srini
A physician or nurse practitioner referral is required. Dr. Srini does not accept direct patient bookings or walk-in appointments.
Rapid Specialist Access
Current wait time is under 4 weeks for clinically appropriate referrals.
Weekend Appointment Access
Some weekend appointments are available to support timely assessment.
Broad Internal Medicine Scope
Comprehensive adult care for complex, chronic and multisystem conditions.
Clear, Actionable Reports
Focused consult notes with practical management recommendations for the referring provider.
Current as of September 2026; wait times may vary according to clinical urgency and referral volume.
Conditions Assessed
Dr. Srini provides internal medicine consultation across the categories below, based on our approved referral form. Review the categories to help determine whether a referral may be appropriate — refer for any of the following, or any complex or undifferentiated presentation.
Cardiovascular
- Hypertension / orthostatic hypotension
- Stable ischemic heart disease / heart failure
- Dyslipidemia / peripheral arterial disease
- Arrhythmia / stable atrial fibrillation
Respiratory
- Asthma / COPD
- Chronic cough / bronchiectasis
- Sleep apnea assessment
- Post-COVID respiratory symptoms
Endocrine and Metabolic
- Diabetes / prediabetes
- Thyroid / parathyroid disease
- Metabolic syndrome / obesity
- Osteoporosis / adrenal disorder
Gastrointestinal and Hepatology
- GERD / ulcer disease / IBS
- Stable inflammatory bowel / celiac disease
- Fatty liver / elevated liver enzymes
- Stable hepatitis / cirrhosis
Renal and Electrolyte
- Chronic kidney disease / nephropathy
- Recurrent nephrolithiasis
- Electrolyte disturbance
Neurologic and Cognitive
- Headache / migraine
- Neuropathy / dizziness / vertigo
- Stable epilepsy / Parkinson disease / tremor
- Stable TIA / cognitive decline
Rheumatologic and Musculoskeletal
- Inflammatory arthritis / gout
- Spondyloarthritis / lupus
- Stable vasculitis / fibromyalgia
Hematologic
- Iron / B12 / folate deficiency anemia
- Cytopenia / polycythemia
- Anticoagulation assessment
General Internal Medicine
- Unexplained weight loss / fever
- Fatigue / edema / syncope
- Abnormal test result / diagnostic clarification
- Preoperative medical risk assessment
Other Co-Management
- Menopause / erectile dysfunction / andropause
- Complex medical or multisystem condition
Learn More About Common Conditions
Explore condition-specific guides covering assessment, referral criteria, and what to expect from a consultation with Dr. Srini.
High Blood Pressure
Understand blood pressure targets, when specialist assessment can help, and what to expect from a hypertension consultation.
Learn About Assessment and Care →
Diabetes and Prediabetes
How Dr. Srini assesses and manages diabetes, prediabetes, and related metabolic conditions.
Learn About Assessment and Care →
Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders
Guidance on abnormal thyroid results, thyroid conditions, and parathyroid assessment.
Learn About Assessment and Care →How to See Dr. Srini
- Speak with your family physician or nurse practitioner.
- Ask whether an Internal Medicine consultation is appropriate.
- Your provider completes and faxes the referral with the relevant medical information.
- The referral is reviewed according to clinical urgency and appropriateness.
- Chinook Medical Centre contacts the patient after triage.
For Referring Physicians and Nurse Practitioners
A physician or nurse practitioner referral is required. Dr. Srini does not accept direct patient bookings or walk-in appointments.
Telephone: (403) 384-9799
Direct referral fax: 403-384-9798
Location: Unit 280, 5920 1A Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2H 0G3
Download the referral form below, complete it, and fax it to 403-384-9798. For questions, call (403) 384-9799.
Please include with the referral:
- Cumulative Patient Profile (CPP)
- Current medication list
- Relevant laboratory results
- Imaging and ECG reports
- Relevant consultation notes
- Specific clinical question
Referral priority: Urgent (within 2 weeks) · Semi-urgent (within 4 weeks) · Routine consultation.
Referrals are triaged according to clinical urgency and appropriateness.
Current as of September 2026; wait times and referral targets may vary according to clinical urgency and referral volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see Dr. Srini?
Yes. Dr. Srini accepts referrals only from a family physician or nurse practitioner; he does not accept direct patient bookings.
Can I book an appointment directly?
No. Appointments are scheduled after your referring provider submits a referral and it has been triaged.
What conditions does Dr. Srini assess?
A broad range of internal medicine conditions across ten categories, from cardiovascular and endocrine concerns to complex, multisystem presentations. See "Conditions Assessed" above for the full list.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Any current medications, recent test results, and relevant medical records your provider has not already sent. Your care team will let you know if anything else is needed.
Will Dr. Srini become my family doctor?
No. Dr. Srini provides specialist consultation and works collaboratively with your family physician or nurse practitioner, who remains your primary care provider.
How does my family doctor receive the results?
A consultation report is sent back to your referring provider outlining the assessment and recommended next steps.
What if I have urgent symptoms right now?
This service is not intended for urgent or emergency concerns. For potentially life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For non-emergency health advice in Alberta, call Health Link at 811.
Ready to Refer a Patient to Dr. Srini?
Download the form, fax it to us, and we will take it from there. Referrals are triaged according to clinical urgency and appropriateness.
Telephone: 403-384-9799 · Fax: 403-384-9798
