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Dr. S Radhakrishnan

Dr. S Radhakrishnan

Pediatric Cardiologist ·
, Faridabad, India

40 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Tamil

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About Dr. S Radhakrishnan

  • Dr. S. Radhakrishnan is a well renowned senior cardiologist with over 40 years of experience. He is currently the Head of the Department of Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease at Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, where he delivers comprehensive cardiac care through sophisticated, evidence-based medical procedures.
  • Dr. Radhakrishnan is widely acknowledged as a pioneer in interventional cardiology in India. He made history by executing the first Balloon Dilation of the Atrial Septum and Mitral Balloon Valvuloplasty at AIIMS in New Delhi, which marked significant advances in the country's cardiac procedures.
  • With vast clinical experience, he has successfully performed over 3,000 cardiac catheterization operations and over 5,000 echocardiography assessments, treating a wide range of pediatric and adult congenital heart problems. His approach, which combines precision, inventiveness, and compassionate patient care, has earned him a reputation for excellence in both complex and regular cardiovascular problems.

Conditions treated byS Radhakrishnan

  • Congenital Heart Defects (Pediatric and Adult)
  • Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
  • Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
  • Valvular Heart Diseases
  • Pulmonary and Aortic Valve Disorders
  • Structural Heart Diseases
  • Congenital Cardiac Abnormalities
  • Heart Murmurs and Pediatric Cardiac Conditions

Area of Interest

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease
  • Device Closure of Cardiac Defects
  • Balloon Dilatation of Heart Valves and Arteries
  • Stenting of Arteries and Veins
  • Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement
  • Advanced Cardiac Catheterization Techniques

Qualification

  • DM (Cardiology)
  • MD (Medicine)
  • MBBS

Work Experiences

  • Dr. S. Radhakrishnan has worked in cardiology for almost four decades, including at some of India's most famous medical facilities. He has played a key role in creating and expanding interventional cardiology services, notably for pediatric and congenital heart disease patients.
  • His time at AIIMS, New Delhi, was marked by watershed moments that laid the groundwork for contemporary interventional cardiology in India. Currently, as Head of Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease at Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, he mentors future cardiologists while providing excellent patient care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes,Dr. S Radhakrishan is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.

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The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Pediatric Cardiologist

A cardiologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats heart and blood vessel disorders. They manage conditions such as congenital heart disease, valve disorders, heart rhythm abnormalities, and structural heart conditions using medical and interventional approaches.

You should consult a cardiologist if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, heart murmurs, cyanosis in children, or if you have been diagnosed with a congenital or structural heart condition.

Interventional cardiologists perform procedures such as cardiac catheterization, balloon valvuloplasty, device closure of heart defects, stent placement, and transcatheter valve replacement procedures.

Yes, modern interventional cardiology procedures are minimally invasive, safe, and highly effective when performed by experienced specialists using advanced technology.

Yes, many congenital and structural heart defects can now be treated using catheter-based, minimally invasive interventional cardiology techniques without the need for open-heart surgery.What does a cardiologist do?
A cardiologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats heart and blood vessel disorders. They manage conditions such as congenital heart disease, valve disorders, heart rhythm abnormalities, and structural heart conditions using medical and interventional approaches.When should I consult a cardiologist?
You should consult a cardiologist if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, heart murmurs, cyanosis in children, or if you have been diagnosed with a congenital or structural heart condition.What procedures can an interventional cardiologist perform?
Interventional cardiologists perform procedures such as cardiac catheterization, balloon valvuloplasty, device closure of heart defects, stent placement, and transcatheter valve replacement procedures.Is interventional cardiology safe?
Yes, modern interventional cardiology procedures are minimally invasive, safe, and highly effective when performed by experienced specialists using advanced technology.Can pediatric and adult congenital heart diseases be treated without open-heart surgery?
Yes, many congenital and structural heart defects can now be treated using catheter-based, minimally invasive interventional cardiology techniques without the need for open-heart surgery.

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