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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Sekhar Wariar is a specialist cardiologist for more than 20 years now. Between the year 1981 and 1987, he went onto complete his MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) from the B.J. Medical College. After that Dr. Wariar completed his Doctorate in Medicine (MD) in Internal Medicine from the B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, India. Between the year 1998 and 1999, he completed his DM (Doctorate in Medicine) in cardiology from the Armed Forces Medical College under Pune University, India.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Sekhar has a special interest in preventive and rehabilitative cardiology. Apart from this, he has been actively taking part in numerous scientific meetings as a faculty. At the same time, Dr. Wariar has also attended programs to raise alertness about cardiovascular diseases and their prevention in Kerala. Between 2000 and 2001, he worked as an associate cardiologist with the Apollo Hospitals, Chennai. During the same time period, he was also associated as a visiting cardiologist with the Vijaya Hospital, Chennai. After shifting to Kerala, he associated himself with various reputed concerns like Lakshmi Hospital, KVM Hospital, Cochin Hospital, Cochin, and EMS Memorial Cooperative Hospital & Research Centre Ltd., Perinthalmanna.

Conditions treated by Dr Sekhar Wariar

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Sekhar Wariar treats:

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

It is important to resolve structural heart conditions in a patient and this can be achieved through interventional procedures. Patients with these heart conditions can be provided with best treatment with the assistance of modern technology and world class equipments. 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 Sekhar Wariar

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

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

The most common symptoms seen in people with such heart conditions are chest pain and fatigue. If someone is suffering from high blood pressure for long time periods then it could be a sign of a structural issue of the heart. Structural heart issues can start putting stress on your kidneys and kidney dysfunction is a possibility.

Operating Hours of Dr Sekhar Wariar

It is from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm that the doctor operates. The doctor is known for quick treatment timeframe as he/she is skillful and efficient.

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Sekhar Wariar

Dr. Sekhar Wariar performs numerous popular interventional cardiology procedures as mentioned here::

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

To open blocked arteries, interventional cardiologists commonly perform procedures such as stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy. The procedure to insert defibrillators and pacemakers to correct abnormal heart rhythms is also regularly performed.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Past Experiences

  • Associate Cardiologist - Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
  • Visiting Cardiologist - Vijaya Hospital, Chennai
  • Cardioloist - Lakshmi Hospital
  • Cardiolois - KVM Hospital
  • Cardioloist - Cochin Hospital, Cochin
  • Cardioloist - EMS Memorial Cooperative Hospital & Research Centre Ltd.
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Cardiological Society of India
  • Middle East Healthcare Professionals Association

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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. Sekhar Wariar have?
Dr. Sekhar Wariar is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Does Dr. Sekhar Wariar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Sekhar Wariar have?
Dr. Sekhar Wariar is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 18 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

What does a Interventional Cardiologist do?

Diagnostic and screening tests are prescribed or performed by interventional cardiologists to find the right solution for your heart condition. To resolve structural and cardiovascular heart conditions in a patient, the interventional cardiologists perform several procedures. The doctors are also the go to specialist in case of cardiac emergencies such as a heart attack. Any distress or discomfort which indicates a heart condition must be dealt with immediately by consulting the doctor.

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

Let us have a look at the several tests that are usually recommended prior to and during consultation for an Interventional Cardiologist:

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

The right treatment can be decided by the doctor basis the recommended tests and their results. The blood vessel and heart health become apparent after the test results come in.

When should you go to see a Interventional Cardiologist?

When you exercise regularly, eat healthy, do not smoke or drink and keep a balanced lifestyle it leads to a healthy heart. Cardiovascular issues or structural defects in your heart can be treated with interventional cardiology techniques. When heart issues are treated with catheter based procedures which do not involve surgery, then such procedures are done by Interventional cardiologists. In case the usual changes in your diet and lifetsyle do not help then you can visit this specialty of doctor.