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BIOGRAPHY

Doctor Profile Overview

A surgeon par excellence, Dr. Gaurav Garg qualifies as among the most sought after Cardiologist in the New Delhi, India. Dr. Gaurav Garg has over 10 years of experience in his field. The specialist treats and manages a wide range of conditions such as Stroke, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Transient ischemic attacks, Blocked Arteries.

Qualification and Experience

The professional qualifications of Dr. Gaurav Garg is an MBBS from Pt. B. D. Sharma PGIMS, Rohtak affiliated to MDU Rohtak (Haryana) in Dec 2005, and MD (Paediatrics) from Sarojini Naidu Medical College, Agra (U.P.) in May 2010. He completed his super specialisation or FNB (Pediatric Cardiology) in June 2013 from Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India. Dr. Gaurav Garg is presently associated as a Senior consultant & Head in Pediatric Cardiology from Department of Pediatric Cardiology in Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India. His past experiences are as a Senior consultant in Pediatric Cardiology (Jan 2014- Feb 2019) in Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India, Junior consultant in Pediatric Cardiology (June 2013- Jan 2014) in Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India, Senior registrar (Feb 2011- June 2013) in Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India, and Registrar (August 2010- Feb. 2011) in Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, India. He has over 20 years or two decades of experience and is credited with more than 4000 successful cases.

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  • For online consultations, Dr. Gaurav Garg is among the most trusted and recommended doctors with a lot of expertise.
  • Throughout the pandemic situation, Dr. Gaurav Garg has provided back-to-back consultations to his patients while adhering to covid guidelines.
  • To converse with his patients, he is fluent in both English and Hindi.
  • Well-versed, courteous, and considerate in managing Pediatric Cardiology surgery situations, which can be extremely delicate.
  • The strong research and academic background of Dr. Garg gives patients consulting him an advantage.
  • Dr. Gaurav Garg has been responsible for neonatal interventions on neonates, as well as a variety of devices and stenting methods which are definitely his strong suit.
  • Apart from his professional conduct, Dr. Garg is well-known among his patients for establishing good relationships and making them feel at ease.
  • Prioritised appointments are available with the specialist on a regular basis.

Contribution to medical science

Dr. Gaurav Garg has extensive experience in paediatrics, foetal cardiology, and paediatric interventional cardiology at the cath lab. He has a strong interest in Neonatal interventions and has conducted a number of devices and stenting procedures on neonates weighing less than 2 kg. Dr. Garg is the very first doctor to close the Sinus Venosus ASD sans surgery in the cath lab. The skills and clinical experience of the specialist include but are not limited to Transthoracic and Transesophageal 2D Echocardiography, Fetal echocardiography, Diagnostic and therapeutic Cardiac catheterization, training in Central venous and Arterial line access and monitoring, and preoperative as well as postoperative management of congenital cardiac surgery cases. The research basis and achievements of the specialist are Thesis work during his M.D Pediatrics in A study of nutritional and morbidity profile of children of HIV positive parents and being a two times winner of Prof. K.L. Shrivastava award for National IAP Quiz for Post Graduates held in 2008 and in 2009. He has presented academic papers as Transcatheter closure of sinus venosus atrial septal defect with anomalous drainage of right upper pulmonary. An innovative technique. Winner of best paper award under category (innovations in cath lab). APPCS 2014, New Delhi, Stenting of coarctation of aorta: Series of nightmares: oral presentation in APPCS 2014, New Delhi, Novel use of rapid ventricular pacing in pediatric cardiac catheterization: award session for innovative idea in catheterization laboratory- PCSI, Chennai 2012, Carotid approach for stenting the arterial duct: award session in hybrid surgical interventions- PCSI, Chennai 2012, Rapunzel syndrome: a case report with review of literature- UP Pedicon 2009, and A study of nutritional and morbidity profile of children of HIV positive parents- UP Pedicon 2009. Dr. Gaurav Garg has been involved in a number of Poster presentations as well and attended Scientific CME and Workshops. Some of the research publications where he has contributed are Gaurav Garg, Vishal Garg, Amit Prakash. Percutaneous closure of a large patent ductus arteriosus in a preterm newborn weighing 1400 g without using arterial sheath: an innovative technique. Cardiology in the young 2017, Gaurav Garg, Naresh Goyal, Gaurav Mandhan, Poonam Sidana. Transfemoral balloon angioplasty of severe coarctation of aorta in 1200 gm newborn. Annals of Pediatric Cardiology 2017 ; volume 10 issue 1:, and Gaurav Garg, Gaurav Mandhan, Poonam Sidana. Bilateral pleural effusion, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, and generalized anasarca. A dreaded iatrogenic complication of umbilical venous catheterization. Annals of pediatric Cardiology 2016; volume 9 issue 1: 108-109. And few others are Gaurav Garg, Himanshu Tyagi, Gaurav Agrawal, Anil Sivadasan Radha. Hepatic vein to atrial fistula: Rare cause of cyanosis in a post operative case of Fontan surgery. Pediatr Cardiol (2014) 35 : 1480- 1482, Gaurav Garg, Himanshu Tyagi, Gaurav Agrawal, Anil Sivadasan Radha. Intermittent atrial flutter: a cause of recurrent syncope in a 3 year old child – a challenging case. Indian Heart Journal 2014; Volume 66: 714- 715, and Gaurav Garg, Himanshu Tyagi, Anil Sivadasan Radha. Transcatheter closure of sinus venosus atrial septal defect with anomalous drainage of right upper pulmonary. An innovative technique. Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions 2014; 84 issue 3: 473-477.

Conditons treated by Dr. Gaurav Garg

We have outlined for you the many cardiac conditions in children for which you must visit Dr. Gaurav Garg

  • Stroke
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
  • Transient ischemic attacks

You must intervene immediately and get the required treatment for the heart condition your child is suffering from and not let it linger. These issues in children are either structural defects which are present from birth or ones that are linked to the electrical system responsible for the heartbeat. The structural defects in the heart that children are born with are called congenital heart defects.

Signs and symptoms to look after before consulting Dr Gaurav Garg

Let us have a look at few of the signs and symptoms that define cardiac conditions:

  • Fatigue
  • Blue colour around the lips and blue skin (cyanosis)
  • Pale skin
  • Shortness of breath
  • Poor growth
  • Difficulty feeding (especially becoming sweaty during feeds)

If your child is having rapid breathing and rapid heartbeat then they most probably have a heart condition and it is important to get it checked. Further complications can arise because of congenital heart defects like:

  1. Hindrance in growth and development
  2. Repeated respiratory tract infections (RTIs) infections of the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs
  3. Heart infection (endocarditis)
  4. Pulmonary hypertension
  5. Heart failure

The onset of symptoms is relative to the severity of the issue, in more severe cases the symptoms develop early on whereas sometimes they start showing in the teenage or early adulthood years.

Operating Hours of Dr Gaurav Garg

The symptoms can show as late as late childhood or teenage years but when they are seen early on it means the heart condition is more severe. The doctor's operating hours are 6 days a week, 9 am to 6 pm with Sunday an off day.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Gaurav Garg

We bring to you the names of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Gaurav Garg:

  • Balloon Angioplasty
  • Device Closure of ASD (Amplatzer Septal Occluder)
  • PDA Closure

The doctor also undertakes treatments in patients such as:

  1. Arrhythmia treatments (radiofrequency ablation therapy, pacemakers and defibrillator management)
  2. Intracardiac electrophysiology study (EPS)
  3. Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)
  4. Cardiac emergencies
  5. Prescribing medications and suggesting lifestyle changes

The doctor treats heart and blood vessel conditions and surgery if needed is done a team which includes congenital cardiac surgeon or heart (cardiothoracic) surgeon with the pediatric cardiologist.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • FNB

Past Experiences

  • Senior Consultant - Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India, 2014-2019
  • Junior Consultant Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatric Cardiology - Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India, 2011-2014
  • Registrar - Deparment of Pediatric Cardiology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, 2010-2011
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Fellowship of National Board (FNB)

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Indian Academy of Paediatric (IAP)
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India (PCSI)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Gaurav Garg, Vishal Garg, Amit Prakash. Percutaneous closure of a large patent ductus arteriosus in a preterm newborn weighing 1400 g without using arterial sheath: an innovative technique. Cardiology in the young 2017.
  • Gaurav Garg, Naresh Goyal, Gaurav Mandhan, Poonam Sidana. Transfemoral balloon angioplasty of severe coarctation of aorta in 1200 gm newborn. Annals of Pediatric Cardiology 2017 ; volume 10 issue 1:
  • Gaurav Garg, Gaurav Mandhan, Poonam Sidana. Bilateral pleural effusion, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, and generalized anasarca. A dreaded iatrogenic complication of umbilical venous catheterization. Annals of pediatric Cardiology 2016; volume 9 issue 1: 108-109.
  • Gaurav Garg, Himanshu Tyagi, Gaurav Agrawal, Anil Sivadasan Radha. Hepatic vein to atrial fistula: Rare cause of cyanosis in a post operative case of Fontan surgery. Pediatr Cardiol (2014) 35 : 1480- 1482

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PROCEDURES

  • Balloon Angioplasty
  • Balloon Atrial Septostomy
  • PDA Closure

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What area of specialization does Dr. Gaurav Garg have?

Dr. Gaurav Garg is a specialized Pediatric Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.

Does Dr. Gaurav Garg offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?

Yes. Dr. Gaurav Garg offers telemedicine via MediGence. Top Heart Specialist in India like Dr. Gaurav Garg are offering second opinions and video consultations at the click of a button. One can clear all their queries before opting to travel abroad for treatment with the power of Online Doctor Consultation.

What is the process of scheduling a Telemedicine call with Dr. Gaurav Garg?

To avail a Telemedicine call with Dr. Gaurav Garg, the interested candidate should:

  • Search Dr. Gaurav Garg on the MediGence website search bar
  • Click the video icon against his profile
  • Select an appropriate date
  • Register on the website
  • Upload necessary documents
  • Make the payment via secured payment gateway of Paypal
  • Join the video call by clicking the link received over email on decided date and time
How many years of experience does Dr. Gaurav Garg have?

Dr. Gaurav Garg is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 10 Years years of experience.

What is the consulting fee of Dr. Gaurav Garg?

The consultation fees of Heart Specialist in India like Dr. Gaurav Garg starts from USD 30.

FAQ's Related to Pediatric Cardiologist

What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?

The role of a pediatric cardiologist is multifold, the first of whom is to evaluate the medical history and share knowledge regards healthy heart and prevention of diseases. Physical examination of the patient is also done by the doctor and the health of their heart, lungs, blood vessels is checked, their blood pressure, vital signs and weight is checked as well. It is not just the treatment of different heart and blood vessel conditions but the interpretation of imaging and laboratory test results as well as the diagnosis is done by the doctor. Providing referrals, screening, monitoring and treating related conditions is also the work of a pediatric cardiologist.

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

Here are the many tests that are performed prior to and during consultation with pediatric cardiologist.

  • Pulse oximetry
  • Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Echocardiogram
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Chest X-ray
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Fetal echocardiogram

The tests can give direction to the treatment owing to the best result for the patient. The exact basis of the ailment can be also be decided with the tests which ensures that the condition can be arrested without any further complications.

When should you go to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?

Symptoms that are an indication of a heart condition should prompt a visit to a pediatric cardiologist. Your primary care physician can refer you to the doctor in case signs like palpitations or tachycardia and/or heart murmurs are seen. The presence of some distressing issues such as cyanosis, dizziness and fainting or the child has any genetic syndrome then heart condition cannot be ruled out. It is important to get regular checkups done incase there is a family history of particular cardiac conditions.