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Dr. Raja Sekhar Varma

Cardiologist

, Kochi, India

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Raja Sekhar Varma is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kochi, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Aster Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Raja Sekhar Varma is part of:

  • Cardiological Society of India (CSI)
  • Indian College of Cardiology (ICC)

Certifications :

  • Advanced Cardiology Training program (Asan Medical Centre, Seoul, Korea)

Qualifications :

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

Hospital Address :

Aster Medcity Hospital, South Chittoor, Kochi, Kerala, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Raja Sekhar Varma?

  • Dr Raja Sekhar Varma is a renowned interventional cardiologist with over 10 years of experience. His areas of expertise include complex PCI, balloon valvotomy( BTV, BAV, PTMC), ICDs, TAVR, stent graft for dissections/aneurysms, implantation of pacemakers, rotablation assisted PCI and image guided PCI.
  • For his excellence in the field of interventional cardiology, Dr Varma has received several prestigious awards such as the " MOH Hassan Kuthoos Marikka Endowment Prize in Cardiology" in 1996 , the " JIPMER Scientific Society Best Paper Award" in 2001 and the " Nallam Satiyanarayanamma Gold Medal" for obtaining the first place in MD in General Medicine at Pondicherry University in 2000.
  • He has published several papers in respected journals such as:

Narayanan S, Jabir A, Rajesh, Varma R, Thomas V, Thomas M, Gopakumar K S, Balachandran A. Heart failure admissions during COVID-19 pandemic. KERALA HEART J 2021;10:15-8.

Dr. Suman Bhandari

Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

38 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Hindi

 


Dr. Suman Bhandari is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in New Delhi, India. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla.

Association and Memberships Dr. Suman Bhandari is part of:

  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Delhi Medical Council
  • Fellow of American College Of Cardiology (FACC)
  • Cardiological Society of India (FCSI)
  • European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
  • Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (FSCAI)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship at Interventional Rouen (France) & Leuven (Belgium)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - MKJK college, Rohtak, 1976
  • MD - Medicine - Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, 1981
  • DM - Cardiology - Aiims, 1983

Hospital Address :

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla Rd, New Friends Colony, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Pramod Kumar K

Cardiologist

, Hyderabad, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Pramod Kumar K is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pramod Kumar K is part of:

  • Fellow American College of Cardiology
  • European Society of Cardiology
  • European Association of PCI
  • Member Cardiology Society of India

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S
  • MD (Internal Medicine)
  • D.M (Cardiology)

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra

Cardiac enterologist

, Delhi, India

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is part of:

  • Member of Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS)
  • Member of European Association For Cardio Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), London, UK
  • Member of International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (ISMICS)
  • Life Membership & Fellowship of Indian Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons of India (IACTS)
  • Member of Indian Association of Surgeons India
  • Member of Cardio Thoracic Surgery Net (CTS Net)
  • Member of Indian College of Cardiology
  • Member of Indian Medical Association (IMA) Delhi

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S and M.S (General Surgery), King George’s Medical College, Lucknow
  • M.Ch from institute of cardiology, G.S.V.M. medical college, Kanpur university, Kanpur
  • Fellowship in cardiac surgery from department of thoracic & cardiovascular surgery, University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden
  • Minimally invasive cardiac surgery, Medtronic inc. Minneapolis, USA
  • Port access cardiac surgery, Heart Port Training Institute, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
  • Training in da vinci robotic cardiac surgery, instutive surgical institute & Ohio State University, Columbus, USA
  • Myocore institute valve repair on beating heart training at Mycore Institute at Minneapolis, USA

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Institutional Area, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. N Nageswara Rao

Cardiac enterologist

, Hyderabad, India

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr. N Nageswara Rao is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 27 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. N Nageswara Rao is part of:

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
  • Life Member of Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
  • CTS Net Society for vascular surgeons (SVS) - USA
  • Vascular Society of India (VSI)
  • Venus Association of India (VAI)
  • Heart Failure Society of India (HFSI )

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh, 1987
  • MS - General Surgery - Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh, 1993

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr N Nageswara Rao?

  • Dr. N. Nageswara Rao has extensive experience of around 27 years as a cardiac surgeon.
  • Over the course of his long standing career, Dr. Rao has performed about 1000 heart procedures such as on-pump and off-pump coronary artery surgeries, operations for congenital diseases, 300 thoracic and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS), 500 closed heart surgeries, and over 200 vascular surgeries.
  • Dr. Nageswara Rao has given 10 live demonstrations of various heart surgeries.
  • He has the distinction of being the first individual to implant 3rd generation LVAD in Southern India (June 2016). Additionally, he was also a member of the team that executed the first heart transplantation in the state of Telangana in 2004.
  • Some of the services he offers include heart transplantation, ECMO, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery, beating heart surgery, ventricular assist device and minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
  • Dr. N.Nageswara Rao has been bestowed with the " Rising Star Award" by the Times group in 2016.
  • Dr. Rao has 5 publications to his credit. He has also served as a mentor and guide for several DNB Cardiothoracic Surgery and M.Ch Cardiac surgery students. He has also been a guide for 22 thesis projects.
Dr. Sumit Kumar

Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sumit Kumar is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Clear Medi Hospital, Karkardooma.

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S. from Jawaharlal Medical College and Hospital, Bihar
  • M.D. (Internal Medicine) from PGIMER, Chandigarh
  • D.M. (Cardiology) from PGIMER, Chandigarh

Hospital Address :

ClearMedi Hospital Vasundhara, Sector 15, Vasundhara, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Ram Anil Raj M R

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Bangalore, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Kannada

 


Dr. Ram Anil Raj M R is a specialized Pediatric Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ram Anil Raj M R is part of:

  • Life member, Cardiological Society Of India
  • Life member, Indian Society Of Electrocardiography
  • Life member, Indian Society Of Echocardiography

Qualifications :

  • MBBS, Madras Medical College, 1997-2002
  • MD, PGIMER, Chandigarh, 2004-2006
  • DM, LPS Institute Of Cardiology, Kanpur, 2009-2012

Hospital Address :

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Sunkalpalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Srinivas Kini

Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon

, Pune, India

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Srinivas Kini is a specialized Pediatric CTVS in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Pune, India. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Ruby Hall Clinic.

Dr. Rakesh Gupta

Cardiologist

, Gurgaon, India

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Rakesh Gupta is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Gurgaon, India. The doctor has over 40 Years of experience and is associated with Medanta - The Medicity.

Qualifications :

  • M.Ch. (C.V.T.S.)G.B.Pant Hospital, New Delhi
  • M.S. (General Surgery)S.P. Medical College, Bikaner, University of Rajasthan
  • M.B.B.S University College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

Hospital Address :

Medanta The Medicity, Medicity, Islampur Colony, Sector 38, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Rupesh Kaushik

Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Rupesh Kaushik is one of the top Interventional Cardiologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 12 years of experience and is associated with Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rupesh Kaushik is part of:

  • Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions

Certifications :

  • Post Doctoral Fellowship (Interventional Cardiology)

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Sector 3, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi 110075, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Rupesh Kaushik

  • Medical expertise in Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), angioplasty, IVUS, OCT Rotablation, FFR, Pacemaker and ICD insertion, Device Closure and Cardiac and peripheral angiography.
  • He is an expert in a variety of cardiology diagnostic and treatment methods.
  • A board-certified cardiac surgeon who works at Aakash Healthcare Super Specialty Hospital in New Delhi.
  • He is a well qualified specialist with an MBBS, MD, and DM in Cardiology .
  • Dr. Rupesh is a respected SCAI member (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions).
  • At the Kerala Heart Rhythm Society Annual Meeting, he received the Young Investigator Award, and he placed second in the ICCK Interventional Cardiology Quiz.
Dr. Sushan Mukhopadhyay

Cardiac enterologist

, Kolkata, India

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , Bengali , English

 


Dr Sushan Mukhopadhyay is one of the top Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Kolkata, India. The doctor holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sushan Mukhopadhyay is part of:

  • Medical Council of India

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Sushan Mukhopadhyay

  • Dr. Sushan is an expert of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery.
  • He has been specialised in Minimally invasive heart Surgery( key hole heart surgery) that includes Multivessel keyhole CABG
  • Dr. Sushan Specialised in Total Arterial CABGs, Redo Heart Surgeries, Aortic Aneurysm surgeries, and specially Cardiac Surgery in marginal patients, elderly and frail, by Minimally invasive techniques
  • Dr Susan Mukhopadhyay is one of the best Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Kolkata, with a thriving experience of 25+ years
  • Considering his past experience, he has worked with numerous well-established & reputed hospitals such as Apollo, B.M Birla Heart Institute, etc.
  • Dr. Sushan has a vast experience of more than 12000 cardiac surgeries
  • He is proficient with 3 languages- English, Hindi, & Bengali
  • The doctor holds memberships of various reputed organizations such as IACTS, EACTS & STS (U.S.A)
Dr. Jeewan Pillai

Cardiac enterologist

, Noida, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam ,Hindi , English

 


Dr Jeewan Pillai is one of the top Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Noida, India. The doctor holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Metro Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jeewan Pillai is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council
  • Medical Council of India (MCI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Buddh Vihar, Block X, Sector 12, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Jeewan Pillai

  • Dr. Pillai’s primary interest lies in adult Cardiac surgery which includes CABG and valvular heart disease in adults.
  • Dr. Pillai has special interest in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery programme (Minimal access valve replacement and Coronary artery bypass).
  • Dr. Jeevan Pillai is an eminent cardiac surgeon in Delhi/NCR, with 15+ years of expertise.
  • He creates well-defined plans and processes for critical care instances in order to help patients recover quickly.
  • Dr. Pillai has various publications under his name.
  • He keeps himself up to date with all of the latest medical breakthroughs as a promising doctor.
  • His caring attitude has assisted countless patients in making a quick recovery.
  • Dr. Pillai holds the membership of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
Dr. Abraham Oomman

Cardiologist

, Chennai, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Malayalam

 


Dr Abraham Oomman is one of the most skillful Cardiologist in Chennai, India. The medical specialist holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Abraham Oomman is part of:

  • Tamilnadu Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • DNB
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital Greams Road Chennai - Best Hospital in Chennai, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Ramesh Gudapati

Cardiologist

, Hyderabad, India

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Ramesh Gudapati is one of the top Interventional Cardiologist in Hyderabad, India. The doctor holds over 22 years of experience and is associated with Star Hospitals.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship In Interventional Cardiology - national heart center -singapore, 2001
  • Fellowship In Interventional Cardiology - institute cardiovasculaire paris sud, 2002

Qualifications :

  • DNB
  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Star Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Dr. Vinayak Karmarkar

Cardiac enterologist

, Pune, India

45 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Vinayak Karmarkar is one of the foremost Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Pune, India. The clinician holds over 34 years of experience and is associated with Ruby Hall Clinic.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vinayak Karmarkar is part of:

  • Maharastra Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Ruby Hall Clinic, Sassoon Road, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Vinayak Karmarkar

  • Dr. Vinayak Karmakar is a well-known cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with expertise in surgery of trachea, chest wall reconstruction, esophageal surgery, vascular trauma, and vascular surgery for ischemia.
  • He completed his MBBS, MS in General Surgery and M.Ch in Cardio Thoracic Surgery from the University of Pune.
  • He is also associated with the Maharashtra Medical Council, The Cardiothoracic Surgery Network and the Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain and Ireland.

Top Heart Specialist in India

About Heart Specialist

Heart specialists, also called Cardiologists, are doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disorders like severe hypertension, elevated cholesterol level to heart rhythm problems. Cardiologists not just diagnoses and treats heart conditions but they also perform procedures that help diagnose as well as treat the heart conditions.

Heart specialist who specializes in performing the procedures (invasive and non-invasive) for treating the cardiac disorders and conditions are Cardiac Surgeons. Likewise, a specialized cardiologist may perform procedures to treat specific problems. For instance, interventional cardiologists place stents in clogged arteries, close small holes in the heart and place specialized devices in the heart or a pediatric cardiologists who are the heart specialists specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, medical management and prevention of heart disorders in children.

Procedures Performed

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
  • Ambulatory ECG
  • Echocardiogram
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Pulse palpation and auscultation
  • Shygmomanometer
  • Cardiovascular magnetic resonance
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • A cardiac stress test.
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Biventricular pacing
  • Carotid artery ultrasound
  • Dobutamine nuclear imaging
  • Pacemaker implantation
  • Rotational atherectomy
  • Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA)

Top Heart Specialists in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Ganesh Kumar ManiMax Smart Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Gaurav GargFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Ashish ChauhanSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Bipin Kumar DubeyManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Samanjoy MukherjeeManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Sarita GulatiManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Sumit NarangSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Muthu JothiIndraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Heart Specialist in India

Heart specialists handle everything, from medical management of a variety of heart problems to performing surgeries to correct a variety of heart conditions. A simple yet efficient technique to establish connectedness between Heart specialists and patients is through online consultation. It allows you to get help for your ailment from the convenience of your own home or workplace. It directs how your treatment should go, whether to confirm or refute your diagnoses or to provide better post-operative care. Let us look at the reasons to avail online consultation with heart specialists in India.

  • India's heart specialists are skilled in the treatment of both adult and paediatric heart diseases.
  • In India, there has been a rise in the use and use of digital technology to connect with patients regardless of their location.
  • They are not only well-versed in all difficult cardiac operations and hybrid treatments, but they can also communicate in a variety of languages through technology, with the majority of them speaking English.
  • Heart specialists in India are acknowledged for excellent management of the entire life cycle of treatment from pre-treatment to recovery and rehabilitation with expertise and grace, whether in normal or emergency cardiac conditions.
  • There is immense growth in the field of Cardiac rehabilitation in India with world class facilities and experts leading the process.
  • Cardiac care is a rapidly growing field in India, thanks in part to a large pool of skilled and well-connected Heart specialists.
  • Heart specialists in India are the recipient of training from the most advanced healthcare institutions in the world and of awards and honors as well.
  • India has some of the best-equipped healthcare facilities in the world, with seamless healthcare delivery available at reasonable prices.
  • In India, heart specialists are members of prestigious organisations such as IACTS, IMA, ASI, ACSI, CSI, APVS, and the ECMO Society of India, among others.
  • Published significant studies in reputable scientific journals and keeps a close eye on clinical and research advances.
  • There is seamless multidisciplinary integration vis a vis healthcare delivery related to Cardiac care with other specialties in India.
  • Cardiac specialists in India include specialists such as Interventional cardiologists, Cardiac surgeons, Pediatric cardiologists, and Pediatric CTVS, among others.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Heart Specialists in India offering online consultation?

Given below are some of the most sought after heart specialist available for online consultation in India:

Which are some of the best hospitals in India, All are associated with?
Who is a Heart Specialist?

A cardiologist or a heart specialist is a doctor who studies, diagnoses, and treats conditions of the cardiovascular system, i.e., the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists are also qualified to treat heart attacks, arrhythmia, heart failure, heart valve disease, and high blood pressure.

To make a diagnosis, cardiologists may carry out physical exams, order tests like an electrocardiogram (EKG), blood tests, exercise stress tests, and interpret tests. They also prescribe medications and recommend lifestyle changes such as reducing stress levels, diet, exercise, and managing weight. Heart specialists or cardiologists can perform various procedures, such as inserting a cardiac catheter or implanting a pacemaker. Cardiologists may also teach at universities and conduct research within labs to develop new treatments.

Different types of heart doctors are:

  • Non-Invasive Cardiologist: A Non-Invasive Cardiologist focuses on various cardiology procedures that do not involve heart surgery. Most of their work includes performing cardiology consultations. Their responsibility is generally to help the patients in diagnosing, preventing, and managing any potential heart conditions.
  • Invasive Cardiologist: An Invasive Cardiologist’s responsibilities include everything that of a Non-Invasive Cardiologist. They are also trained in cardiac catheterization and many other minor procedures or surgeries.
  • Interventional Cardiologist: When a patient is needed to undergo more advanced procedures other than Invasive and Non-Invasive Cardiology, an interventional cardiologist can help with treatment.
  • Cardiac Surgeons: The sub-type of Invasive Cardiology is Cardiothoracic Surgery or Cardiac Surgery. A cardiac surgeon specializes in the treatment of heart diseases through surgery. Over their years of experience, they can get additional qualifications to become specialist cardiologists.
  • Electrophysiologist Cardiologist: The responsibilities of an Electrophysiologist Cardiologist include a number of tasks, including evaluating the heart’s bio-electrical impulses to get vital information about a patient’s cardiac health.
What are the qualifications of a Heart Specialist?

To become a heart specialist or cardiologist, you need to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a cardiologist.

These doctors have special training in the field of cardiology. Cardiologists have to complete MBBS before focusing on heart-related specialties.

A cardiologist undergoes many years of medical training. Basic steps to become a cardiologist are:

  • Gain a bachelor’s degree with MBBS after 10+2.
  • Get admission in a PG course like Doctor of Medicine (MD) in general medicine.
  • After finishing a three-year degree of MD, they pursue a super specialty course of 3-year DM in cardiology to become a cardiologist.
What conditions do Heart Specialist treat?

Some common cardiac conditions treated by a heart specialist are:

  • Congestive heart disease
  • High blood cholesterol and triglycerides
  • Hypertension
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Arrhythmias
  • Congenital heart disease
  • Pericarditis
  • Ventricular tachycardia
  • High blood pressure, or hypertension
  • Valvular Heart Disease
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease
  • Patent Foramen Ovale
  • Palpitations
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Chest pain
  • Atrial Septal Defect
  • Atrial Fibrillation / Atrial Flutter
What diagnostic tests are required by a Heart Specialist?

Your cardiologist may order some medical tests to help find out what heart condition you are suffering from. Some of these tests are explained below.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): An ECG measures your heart’s electrical impulses and indicates heart health.
  • Echocardiogram: It is a common test that gives a picture of the heart using ultrasound.
  • Nuclear cardiac stress test: This is also called an ‘exercise thallium scan’ or an ‘exercise nuclear scan’.
  • Coronary angiogram: A coronary angiogram may be done after angina or a heart attack.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): It shows the structure of your heart and how it is working, so the best treatment can be decided for you.
  • Coronary computed tomography angiogram (CCTA): It is a specialized type of computed tomography (CT) scan that is used to help diagnose coronary artery disease.
When should you visit a Heart Specialist?

Called a silent killer, heart diseases often occur with no symptoms until a major health event like a heart attack or a stroke occurs. This is the reason why it’s important to assess your risk factors now to recognize the early signs and seek preventative treatment. The presence of any of the below nine factors may the reason to seek the help of a heart specialist or cardiologist:

  • Chest Discomfort
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Blood Cholesterol
  • Preeclampsia
  • Family history with heart disease
  • Shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations
  • Peripheral arterial disease
  • Swelling in the legs
  • Abnormally slow or fast heart rate
  • Leg pain or ulcers due to blood vessel diseases
What can you expect from your first visit with a Heart Specialist?

Your first appointment with a heart specialist will involve a check of your vitals, which is a non-invasive method to measure your heart’s electrical activity. Also, the clinical staff will note all details about your family and health history that a cardiologist or heart specialist should know.

Your cardiologist will thoroughly examine your heart health and might suggest some tests that can include urine or blood tests, an electrocardiogram (EKG), an PET, MRI, or CT scan, or a stress test. A heart specialist can diagnose any existing condition and determine future risks. They will also help create a routine that benefits your overall heart health and reduces your risk of developing heart conditions.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Heart Specialist?

Below are somecommon procedures performed by a Heart Specialist:

  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Pulse palpation and auscultation
  • A cardiac stress test
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Biventricular pacing
  • Pacemaker implantation
  • Rotational atherectomy
  • Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA)
  • Angioplasty and Stenting
  • Atherectomy
  • Embolic Protection
  • Percutaneous Valve Repair
  • Balloon Angioplasty
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
  • Atherectomy
  • Stent Implantation
  • Patent Foramen Ovale Closure
  • Hypothermia/Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
  • Coronary artery bypass graft
  • Minimally invasive heart surgery
  • Heart Transplant
  • Valvuloplasty
  • Valve repair
  • Valve replacement

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