Who are the top Interventional Cardiologists in Bangalore, India offering online consultation?

Given below are some of the most sought after Interventional Cardiologists available for online consultation in Bangalore, India:Dr. Vikas BhardwajDr. Anil ThakwaniDr. Saumya H MittalDr. Hemkant VermaDr. Veereshwar Bhatnagar

Who are the top Interventional Cardiologists from other cities?

Listed below are some of the top Interventional Cardiologists in other cities:GhaziabadDr. Sowjanya AggarwalDr. Girish RajpalDr. Anita K SharmaDr. Hemant guptaDr. Sandeep AgarwalKashipurDr. Pankaj DawarFaridabadDr. Reetesh SharmaDr. Neetu SinghalDr. Mukesh PandeyDr. Renu GuptaDr. Subrat AkhouryYeshwanthpurDr. Karthik VasudevanDr. Kamini KurpadMohaliDr. A B PrabhuDr. Rajat Kumar GuptaDr. Ashis PathakDr. G S KalraDr. Sarla Malhotra

Which are some of the conditions treated by Interventional Cardiologist in Bangalore, India?

Some of the conditions performed by interventional cardiologists in Bangalore, India are:TachycardiaCoronary Artery DiseaseAtherosclerosisBradycardiaBlocked ArteriesAnginaPatent Foramen OvaleCardiac ArrhythmiasAtrial Septal Defect

What are the qualifications of an Interventional Cardiologist?

Board certification should be one of the first priorities when choosing an interventional cardiologist. A doctor might practice interventional cardiology without being board certified in the specialty. But, training, education, experience, and certification establish the doctor’s level of competence. A board certification reflects that a doctor has completed a training program and cleared an exam demonstrating their expertise in interventional cardiology. The general steps for interventional cardiologists include:Graduation from medical school to obtain MBBS degree followed by post graduation in (MD) or osteopathic medicine (DO)Certification exam and residency training in internal medicineAdditional certification exams and training in both interventional cardiology and cardiology.

What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist treat?

Interventional cardiologists diagnose and treat conditions of the heart and blood vessels, including:Angina (chest pain)Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm)Cardiomyopathy (weakening or enlargement of the heart muscle)Congenital heart defects including patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defect Heart attack (myocardial infarction)Heart failureAbnormalities of the valves, heart valve disordersMyocarditis or heart inflammation

What diagnostic tests are required by an Interventional Cardiologist?

An interventional cardiologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic and screening tests, such as:General health tests like complete blood count (CBC), chest X-ray, urinalysis, blood glucose test, liver and kidney function tests, thyroid hormone tests, cholesterol panel, and blood pressure screeningEKG (ECG or electrocardiogram) to record your heart rhythmEchocardiogram (or ultrasound) to assess the heart structure and functionCardiac stress tests to check if the heart has a decreased blood supply because of coronary heart diseaseCardiac enzyme tests to find out if the heart is damaged

When should you visit an Interventional Cardiologist?

Interventional cardiologists take care of patients experiencing the following symptoms:Chest pain, which can move into the arms, shoulders, neck, or jawDizzinessPalpitations or feeling like the heart is racingShortness of breathPassing outHigh blood pressure

What can you expect from your first visit with an Interventional Cardiologist?

Your first visit to an interventional cardiologist 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.The cardiologist will 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. An interventional cardiologist 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?

Treatments for arteries (angioplasty and stenting)Hybrid coronary revascularizationBalloon aortic valvuloplastyBalloon mitral valvuloplastyPercutaneous coronary interventionTranscatheter aortic valve replacement Transcatheter mitral valve repair Complex coronary intervention Heart defect repairAtrial septal defect closurePatent foramen ovale closureLeft atrial appendage closureReduction of stroke riskHeart valve repair or replacementEPS & RFAHeart Port Surgery

Best Interventional Cardiologist in Bangalore | Online Consultations & Appointments

Dr. Prabhakar Shetty

Manipal Hospital, Hebbal, India, Bangalore

Cardiologist • 28 years experience

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Prabhakar Shetty, American Board Certified In Cardiology - U.S.A , is a Interventional Cardiologist based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 28 years of professional experience. Prabhakar Shetty areas of expertise include Cardiac Arrhythmias, Angina, Blocked Arteries, Coronary Artery Disease, Tachycardia.

Work Experiences

Cardiology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
Attending Cardiologist, Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases,Madras, India
Senior Cardiologist, Chest Hospital, Kuwait
Staff Cardiologist, VA Medical Center, Syracuse, New York
Interventional Cardiologist, The Heart Group, P.C. Evansville, Indiana

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