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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr Arun Kochar

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Arun Kochar treats:

  • Tachycardia
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Angina
  • Bradycardia
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Atherosclerosis

A healthy and long life for a person with structural heart conditions can not happen without interventional procedures. These conditions can be easily resolved with the help of modern technology and world class equipments to assist the doctor. 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 Arun Kochar

We bring to you the various symptoms and signs in patients having structural or non-coronary cardiovascular conditions:

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

Few commonly experienced symptoms are chest pain and fatigue in patients with these heart conditions. It is important for you to monitor your blood pressure regularly and incase it is high for long periods of time then it could be because of a structural issue. Kidneys start getting affected because of structural heart issues and kidney dysfunction could also happen.

Operating Hours of Dr Arun Kochar

The operating hours of the doctor are between 10 am to 7 pm, Monday to Saturday. The skill and efficiency shown by the interventional cardiologist has been seen time and again and the patient reviews make it clear.

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Arun Kochar

We bring to you the many popular interventional cardiology procedures done by Dr. Arun Kochar::

  • EPS & RFA
  • Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
  • Angioplasty
  • Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)

To open blocked arteries, interventional cardiologists commonly perform procedures such as stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy. Cardiac arrhythmia or when electrical impulses are functioning improperly can be treated with a procedure that inserts defibrillators and pacemakers in the heart.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Past Experiences

  • 2002 - Present COnsultant at Fortis Hospital
  • Consultant Cardiologist at Kamineni Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Cardiological Society of India (CSI)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • The Bermuda Triangle: Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus and Nephropathy, Narain VS, Kochar A, Gupta R, Puri VK. Indian Heart J. 2000 May-Jun;52(3):346-50.
  • Renoprotection with angiotensin type-1 receptor blockers in hypertension. Narain VS, Kochar A. Indian Heart J. 2000 Jan-Feb;52(1):89-92.
  • Short-term (48 hours) versus long-term (7 days) antibiotic prophylaxis for permanent pacemaker implantation. Dwivedi SK, Saran RK, Khera P, Tripathi N, Kochar AK, Narain VS, Puri VK. Indian Heart J. 2001 Nov-Dec;53(6):740-2.
  • Medical Breakthroughs/ Interesting Case Studies: Pioneer of Radial Interventions

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PROCEDURES

  • Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
  • Angioplasty
  • EPS & RFA
  • Pacemaker Implantation Surgery

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Arun Kochar have?
Dr. Arun Kochar is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mohali, India.
Does Dr. Arun Kochar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Arun Kochar have?
Dr. Arun Kochar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 18 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

What does a Interventional Cardiologist do?

The interventional cardiologist either performs or prescribes you to get diagnostic and screening tests to find the reasons behind your prevailing heart issue. In addition to this the interventional cardiologists performs a wide variety of procedures to treat your cardiovascular and structural heart conditions. The doctors are also the go to specialist in case of cardiac emergencies such as a heart attack. When faced with any symptoms or distressing situations related to your heart, this is the doctor you must approach.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Interventional Cardiologist?

We have outlined for you the several tests that are important before and during consultation with an Interventional Cardiologist:

  • Cardiac Computed Tomography
  • Echocardiogram
  • Exercise Stress
  • Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)

The tests tie in with the treatment plan which can be decided upon basis your discussion with the doctor. If you wish to know how healthy your heart and blood vessels are it makes sense to get them done.

When should you go to see a Interventional Cardiologist?

Eating well, exercising regularly and a balanced lifestyle, no smoking or drinking ensures a healthy heart. Interventional cardiology techniques can help resolve the structural defects in your heart or cardiovascular issues if any. Non surgical catheter based procedures are applied by Interventional cardiologists to treat heart issues. If on your visit to the cardiologist you realise that the dietary and lifestyle changes are not enough they may refer you to this doctor.