Kamakki Janni Renee Banks, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Kamakki Janni Renee Banks, MD
Cardiovascular Disease
Nuclear Cardiology
Ste 120
Allen, TX 75013-6106
About Me
Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
Nuclear Cardiology
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Allen
Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery
Texas Health Frisco
Texas Health Plano
Gender
F
Languages
English
Education
UTSW Cardiovascular Diseases - Fellowship - 2012
UTSW Medicine Department - Residency - 2008
UTSW Medical School - Medical Education - 2005
University of Texas School of Public Health - Graduate School - 2001
Bio
Kami Banks, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.C., F.A.S.E., is a fellowship-trained cardiologist with board certification in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Her areas of specialized training include cardiovascular disease prevention, hypertension, and cardiac imaging.
Dr. Banks received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Austin College. Her interest in cardiovascular disease prevention lead her to pursue a Master’s degree in Public Health degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center as well as postgraduate training at the Cooper Clinic.
She completed her medical school training, internal medicine residency, and cardiovascular fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Banks then joined the faculty where she served as Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology, medical director of the Cardiology Outreach Clinic in Richardson, Texas and cardiovascular liaison for a local professional athletic organization. Dr. Banks has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and delivered several invited lectures related to cardiovascular disease prevention, heart disease in high risk populations, angina in women and coronary artery calcium testing.
Dr. Banks’ broad and diverse clinical interests include: cardiovascular disease prevention, cardiovascular imaging, hypertension, lipid management, coronary artery disease, women’s cardiovascular disease, athlete’s heart disease, the effect of cancer therapy on the cardiovascular system, arrhythmias and heart failure.
Dr. Banks is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (F.A.C.C) and American Society of Echocardiography (F.A.S.E.). She also holds professional memberships with the American Heart Association and American Society of Nuclear Cardiology.
In her downtime, Dr. Banks enjoys sports, traveling and spending time with family.
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4.8 out of 5 (129 Ratings, 39 Comments)
Aug 2025I felt seen, heard and cared about.Aug 2025Everything and everyone was greatAug 2025Everything goodAug 2025Dr Banks is one of our favorite doctorsAug 2025Dr.Banks has been my Cardiologist for several years and has always been attentive and caring my wife passed away a few months ago who was also a patient of Dr.Banks she was very comforting in allowing me to talk she's a valuable asset to your team.Aug 2025Dr Banks is an excellent physician.Aug 2025I am happy to see their CareAug 2025Very on timeAug 2025Dr Banks is amazingJul 2025Dr Banks very knowledgeable and showed great concern for my situation.Jul 2025Very efficient staff.Jul 2025I knew going in that I would have a 30 minute appointment. The level of care I received in that short amount of time was wonderful. I was listened to and my questions were answered, and it was the most pleasant doctor's appointment I've had in quite some time.Jul 2025Dr. Banks was the first cardiologist that actually explained the tests, beginning to end. Why to have them, what do they assess, what is good about each option, why to have certain tests and why to not have others. It all made sense and now I have a better understanding of my case.Jul 2025Dr. Banks listened to all my concernsJul 2025Since I have been Dr Banks' patient, she has always taken time to address all of my concerns thoroughly and patiently. Initially after my pacemaker implant, I had so many questions about the device - particularly my adjusted lifespan, options for my future health, and required lifestyle changes. Our doctor/patient association is invaluable to me. Her diagnosis probably saved my life.Jul 2025Due to my improved health over the last few months, my next visit with Dr Banks will be in 1 year. Every one of my visits with her is important to me. I leave more informed and optimistic about my health.Jul 2025Doctor listened to my questions and provided good explanation of answer.Jul 2025Good experience checking in and nice visit with assistant.Jul 2025The staff was great!Jul 2025I am so glad that Dr Banks is my cardiologist. I never feel rushed, even when I have a lot of questions. She explains things easily enough for me to fully understand. She's just FABULOUS!Jul 2025This was my 1st time at the West Plano office; Allen is my home. It was great that there is office visit flexibility (that I could see Dr B at her other office.) Because of this I was able to schedule an earlier post inpt appt.Jul 2025I really like Dr Banks. She is kind, concerned and takes time for me.Jul 2025The staff there is very nice and obligingJul 2025I was comfortable with the service.Jul 2025Very good.Jul 2025Dr. Banks is a very courteous and knowledgeable Cardiologist. She takes the time to listen to your concerns so that she could decide on the most appropriate course of action to address your concerns.Jul 2025Dr. Banks has an excellent staff. The Front Desk Personnel, and her Physician Assistant are all courteous and knowledgeable, and each takes the time to address and concern directed to them.Jun 2025Dr. Banks was very attentive to my concerns and took time to address them in a way that was respectful and explanatory without being condescending. I am very pleased to be working with her on my care plan.Jun 2025Excellent serviceJun 2025All worked in concert with each otherJun 2025My experiences are always very good with everyone on staff.Jun 2025Excellent experience with Dr. Banks. She's very professional and personable. I'm glad she's my physician.Jun 2025Very friendly and professional.Jun 2025This was a first time visit with a cardiologist.I loved Dr.Kami. She listened, was very thorough and friendly and easy to talk to.May 2025Always great!! I love Dr Banks.May 2025ProfessionalMay 2025Very Courteous, and Knowledgeable. She made us feel comfortable, and we're looking forward to seeing her again. An Excellent visit.May 2025Excellent Service.May 2025Professional, efficient and competent. .