Dr. Anil Kumar R

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Anil Kumar is a Senior Interventional Cardiologist in India. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Anil has been trained by some of the finest cardiologist in India and abroad. In the year 1996, he completed his MBBS from JIPMER, Pondicherry. From the same institute, in 1991, Dr. Anil obtained his MD in Internal medicine. In 1994, he was awarded DM in cardiology by G.B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi. Dr. Anil is a Fellow of the Gulf Heart Association, Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Fellow of the Cardiological Society of India, and Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh). He has been associated with various prestigious hospitals such as Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK and Belhoul Specialty Hospital, Dubai along with Indian hospitals. He is presently working as a Consultant at Aster Medcity, Kochi.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Anil was the pioneer in initiating angioplasty and angiography at JIPMER. He is the author of various chapters in the books related to cardiology. Almost 198 articles of Dr. Anil have been published in various national and international journals and Dr. Anil has mentored various Post-doctoral fellows in cardiology.

Conditions treated by Dr Anil Kumar R

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Anil Kumar R treats:

• Blocked Arteries
• Patent Foramen Ovale
• Angina
• Cardiac Arrhythmias
• Atherosclerosis
• Tachycardia
• Bradycardia
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Atrial Septal Defect
• Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Structural heart diseases can be resolved through interventional procedures for the person to live a healthy and long life. With world class equipments and the help of modern technology the doctor can deliver the best treatment to patients. It is essential that when procedures are performed on patients with these conditions, they are followed up with best of post procedural care.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Anil Kumar R

Here are the many signs and symptoms present in a patient with the structural or non-coronary cardiovascular diseases:

• Palpitations
• Chest Pain
• Dizziness
• High Blood Pressure
• Shortness of breathe

Few commonly experienced symptoms are chest pain and fatigue in patients with these heart conditions. A continuous high blood pressure should be monitored regularly and is usually a sign of a structural issue in the heart. Kidney dysfunction is also the result of lingering structural heart issues in a patient.

Operating Hours of Dr Anil Kumar R

It is from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm that the doctor operates. The patient reviews of the doctor make it clear that this is a skillful and efficient interventional cardiologist.`

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Anil Kumar R

We bring to you the many popular interventional cardiology procedures done by Dr. Anil Kumar R::

• Balloon Atrial Septostomy
• EPS & RFA
• Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
• Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
• PDA Closure
• Angioplasty

For a long time now, interventional cardiologists have used techniques such as placement of stent, angioplasty and atherectomy to open blocked arteries. In order to resolve the issue of abnormal heart rhythms another very common procedure that is performed is the insertion of the pacemaker and defibrillator.