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BIOGRAPHY

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A surgeon par excellence, Dr. Smita Mishra qualifies as among the most sought after Cardiologist in the New Delhi, India. A doctor with outstanding credentials, the doctor is known to guarantee efficiency and safety when performing different kinds of procedures as he keeps abreast of latest developments in his specialty. The specialist holds a very degree of experience with over 25 years of experience. Some of the most common conditions the surgeon deals with are Stroke, Transient ischemic attacks, Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Smita Mishra completed her MBBS in 1988, MD, Pediatrics in 1991, FNB in Pediatric Cardiology in 2004. Dr. Smita Mishra has been HOD And Consultant - Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatrics, Manipal Hospitals, Delhi, India from Nov 2018 to present. Her other work association is as an Associate Director Ped Cardiology, Fortis Escorts Health care, New Delhi, from Jan 2015 to present.

She is also the Associate Director Pediatric Cardiology, JP hospital from Jan 2015 to present. Here she is working as a Pediatric Cardiologist in a tertiary care centre with neonatal, baby, and paediatric cardiac catheterization, as well as surgical intervention for all acyanotic, cyanotic, and complex lesions. The doctor is involved in noninvasive cardiology imaging such as foetal echo, transthoracic and transesophageal echo, and invasive cardiology procedures such as diagnostic catheterization, ballooning operations for occluded valves and Aortic caorcation. She has successfully deployed devices to treat atrial/ventricular septal defects, patent ductus arteriosus, and other shunt lesions.

Reasons to Avail Online Consultation with Dr. Smita Mishra

  • Dr. Mishra is a teleconsultation expert who helps people who can't get to a doctor's office or hospital.
  • She ensures that cardiac patients and their families are well-informed about their health, diagnosis, treatment options, and other critical issues before starting on a medical plan. She is bilingual in terms of communicating with her patients, speaking English and Hindi.
  • Her extensive work in the field of Pediatric Cardiology has been a game changer for numerous patients.
  • Her effective deployment of devices to treat atrial/ventricular septal defects, patent ductus arteriosus, and other shunt lesions have made a lot of difference in treatment of Cardiac conditions.
  • Prioritized appointments are available with the specialist on a regular basis
  • The specialist keeps up to date with the latest developments and advancements in her field of expertise.
  • She is proficient in and familiar with Telemedicine technology, so there will be no technical challenges during your appointment with the doctor.
  • The doctor is well-known among international patients for providing comprehensive online assistance to persons who are experiencing or have had cardiac problems.

Contribution to medical science

In Oct 2013, IMA Delhi awarded her the Best Doctor award in the field of Pediatric Cardiology. The doctor has conceptualized and been a part of the Cardiac care program for underprivileged children of MP with Sanatan Dharm Yagya Seva Samiti /Indian Redcross Society for about 15 years.

She has been a Convener/Author of the 2007 first consensus meeting on rheumatic fever and heart diseases in children for Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Convener 2013 of 3D and Fetal International Echo workshop, President of Cardiology chapter of Indian Academy of Pediatrics (2013 to March 2018). She has also previously been associated as Secretary Cardiologist, Chapter of IAP (2011-2013), Treasurer (Cardiology Chapter of IAP ( 2009-2011). In addition to this, Dr. Mishra has been the Editor in chief : www.pedcardioiap.org, Founder member and President of National pediatric and fetal cardiology forum. Further her other associations are Delhi IAP-Executive board member 2015-2016, Delhi IAP - Coapt Executive board member 2016-2017, Delhi IAP: Member Child Advocacy group 2017-2018, Delhi IAP Coapt Executive Board Member 2018-2019, Member of National IMA Ethic Committee 2015-2016, and Secretary Paysuni charitable trust.

The expertise areas of this doctor are Pediatric Cardiology- Noninvasive imaging, Fetal Echocardiography, Trans thoracic Echocardiography, TransEsophageal Echocardiography, 3D Echocardiography, Pediatric Cardiology- Intervention, ASD device closure, VSD device closure, PDA device closure, Valvuloplasties (Pulmonary, Aortic valvotomy), and Coarct ballooning and stenting. She connects with her patients via the medium of Teleconsultations on a regular basis and ensures their proper treatment back to good health.

Conditons treated by Dr. Smita Mishra

Dr. Smita Mishra can definitely be referred for these cardiac conditions in children:

  • Transient ischemic attacks
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
  • Stroke

Heart conditions in children call for immediate intervention and should not be left unattended for long. Both structural issues from birth and electrical system issues which affect the heartbeat are found in children having heart conditions. 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 Smita Mishra

Please find here some of the many signs and symptoms referring to pediatric cardiac conditions:

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

Heart conditions in children are characterised with many symptoms and the most common among them are rapid breathing and rapid heartbeat. 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 Smita Mishra

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 Smita Mishra

The list of procedures performed by Dr. Smita Mishra are mentioned here for your convenience:

  • 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

Heart and blood vessel conditions are treated by the doctor and surgery is performed in tandem with a heart (cardiothoracic) surgeon or congenital cardiac surgeon.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • FNB

Past Experiences

  • Associate Director Ped Cardiology - Fortis Escorts Health , New Delhi
  • Associate Director Pediatric Cardiology - Jaypee Hospital, Delhi
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MEMBERSHIPS (7)

  • Indian academy of Pediatrics
  • Peadiatric cardiology society of India
  • Neonatology Forum India
  • Indian Fetal society
  • Indian academy of Echocardiography
  • Delhi Medical association
  • Indian Medical Association

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PROCEDURES

  • PDA Closure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr Smita Mishra have?
Dr. Smita Mishra is a specialized Pediatric Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr Smita Mishra offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?

Yes. Dr Smita Mishra offers telemedicine via MediGence. Top Cardiologist in India like Dr Smita Mishra 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 Smita Mishra?

To avail a Telemedicine call with Dr Smita Mishra, the interested candidate should:

  • Search Dr Smita Mishra 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 Smita Mishra have?

Dr Smita Mishra is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 25 years of experience.

What is the consulting fee of Dr Smita Mishra?

The consultation fees of Cardiologist in India like Dr Smita Mishra starts from USD 60.

What area of specialization does Dr. Smita Mishra have?
Dr. Smita Mishra is a specialized Pediatric Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr. Smita Mishra offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
Yes. Dr. Smita Mishra offers telemedicine via MediGence. Top Heart Specialist in India like Dr. Smita Mishra 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. Smita Mishra?
To avail a Telemedicine call with Dr. Smita Mishra, the interested candidate should:
  • Search Dr. Smita Mishra 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. Smita Mishra have?
Dr. Smita Mishra is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 25 Years years of experience.
What is the consulting fee of Dr. Smita Mishra?
The consultation fees of Heart Specialist in India like Dr. Smita Mishra starts from USD 60.

FAQ's Related to Pediatric Cardiologist

What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?

A pediatric cardiologist performs various roles such as evaluating medical history and bringing to the knowledge of the patient pointers for a healthy lifestyle and heart disease prevention recommendations. The doctor also conducts physical examination of the patient which includes their blood pressure, vital signs, weight, and the heart, lungs, blood vessels health. Diagnoses, treatment of various kinds of blood vessel and heart conditions and interpretation of laboratory and imaging test results is also the role of the doctor. In addition to giving references of fellow pediatric specialists to patients, the doctor also screens, monitors and treats related conditions that can build up into adult diseases.

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.

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

The patient can expect a full recovery post the best treatment which can be based on the right tests. They also assist in pinpointing the cause of the ailment or distress in the child in time and avoid further complications.

When should you go to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?

When your child has symptoms that are a sign of a heart condition then you must take him to a pediatric cardiologist. Consulting with the doctor becomes important if palpitations or tachycardia and/or heart murmurs are experienced by the patient. You cannot rule out heart condition in the child if they have genetic syndrome or are experiencing cyanosis, dizziness and/or faint often. If cardiac conditions are common in your family then you must keep close tab on the child’s heart condition and visit the doctor if needed.