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Dr. Gaurav Garg

Interventional Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Hindi

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Dr Gaurav Garg is one of the best Cardiologist in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gaurav Garg is part of:

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

Certifications :

  • Fellowship of National Board (FNB)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • FNB

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital , Shalimarbagh, Shaheed Udham Singh Marg, AA Block, Poorbi Shalimar Bag, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Gaurav Garg

  • Dr Gaurav Garg has a vast experience in the field of Pediatric, Fetal Cardiology and Pediatric Interventions in Cath Lab. He has a special interest in Neonatal interventions and has performed several devices and stenting in babies less than 2 kg body weight.
  • Some of his primary clinical services include Conducting Routine OPD, Medically managing In-patients, Transthoracic and Transesophageal 2D Echocardiography, Preoperative and postoperative management of congenital cardiac surgery cases, etc.
  • Dr. Gaurav Garg has 10000+ satisfied patients and 4000+ successful cases.
  • Dr. Garg is the first doctor in history to close the Sinus Venosus ASD without surgery in a cath lab.
  • He played a key role in the establishment of a dedicated Pediatric Cardiac Program in North Delhi.
  • In 2018, he received the Sushruta award for greatest invention at Max Healthcare. In 2014, he received the Best Paper and Award in Innovation in Cath Lab in Asia Pacific Pediatric Cardiology.
  • Dr. Garg has taken part in a number of scientific CMEs and workshops. For his skills, competency and excellence in pediatric cardiology, he has been featured in a variety of periodicals and media.
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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

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Dr. Muthukumaran C S

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Chennai, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Telugu , Tamil

 


Dr Muthukumaran C S is one of the best Pediatric Cardiologist in Chennai, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Muthukumaran C S

  • Arrhythmia treatments, Intracardiac electrophysiology study (EPS), Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), and Cardiac emergencies.
  • Cardiac conditions in kids such as chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, skipped beats, leg swelling, etc.
  • Dr. Muthukumaran C S is a paediatric cardiologist and has over a decade of expertise.
  • His educational qualifications include a degree in MBBS, MRCPCH, D.Ch, and CCST (Paediatric Cardiology).
  • He has worked with Apollo Children's Hospital, Chennai, Southampton General Hospital, UK, and Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield.
  • He is credited with research articles and papers submitted in international and national journals.

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Dr. Pankaj Sugaonkar

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Pune, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr Pankaj Sugaonkar is one of the leading Pediatric Cardiologist in Pune, India. The doctor holds over 12 years of experience and is associated with Ruby Hall Clinic.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pankaj Sugaonkar is part of:

  • Indian Psychiatric Society
  • Maharashtra Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Pankaj Sugaonkar

  • His areas of expertise include Fetal Echo, Cardiac CT, and Cardiac MRI amongst many others.
  • Specialization in Device Closure, Balloon Angioplasty, and numerous Pediatric Cardiac Invasive Procedures.
  • Dr. Pankaj Sugaonkar is an Interventional Pediatric Cardiologist who has been working in Pune since 2009.
  • Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship of the National Board, Narayana Hrudayalaya, Kolkata.
  • Advanced training in the Pediatric Cardiology Department of the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.
  • He has over 9 years of expertise in Interventional Pediatric Cardiology and is a pioneer in the field of Pediatric Cardiology in Pune.
  • Teaching and training to fellow cardiologists and National and International Faculty in Pediatric Cardiology Conference.
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Dr. Rajat Kumar Gupta

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Mohali, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr Rajat Kumar Gupta is one of the most skillful Pediatric Cardiologist in Mohali, India. The medical practitioner holds over 11 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rajat Kumar Gupta is part of:

  • National Neonatology Forum (NNF)
  • Pediatric Cardiologic Society Of India
  • National Neonatology Forum & Pediatric Cardiology Society of India
  • Punjab Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital Mohali, Sector 62, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Rajat Kumar Gupta?

  • Dr Rajat Kumar Gupta is an acclaimed pediatric cardiologist with 11 years of experience in his field of expertise. His areas of core competencies include balloon valvuloplasty, stenting of coarctation of the aorta, fetal echocardiography, balloon atrial septostomy, and surgical closure of congenital heart defects such as ASD, PDA and VSD.
  • In 2009, he completed a Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology at the Escorts Heart Institute and Research Center in New Delhi.
  • Dr Gupta is affiliated with many noteworthy organizations such as the Punjab Medical Council, the Indian Medical Association, the Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiology, the Pediatric Cardiology Society of India, and the National Neonatology Forum.
  • Dr Gupta has many publications in reputed scientific journals. Such as:

Gupta R, Marwah A, Shrivastava S. Anomalous origin of the right coronary artery from the pulmonary artery. Ann Pediatr Cardiol. 2012 Jan;5(1):95-6.

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Dr. J S Satyanarayana Murthy

Cardiologist

, Chennai, India

47 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 


Dr J S Satyanarayana Murthy is one of the most sought after Interventional Cardiologist in Chennai, India. The medical specialist holds over 32 years of experience and is associated with Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre .

Association and Memberships Dr. J S Satyanarayana Murthy is part of:

  • Indian Council of Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiological Society of India

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, Sri Ramachandra Nagar, Porur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Dr. Pawan Poddar

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Hyderabad, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Pawan Poddar is one of the most sought after Interventional Cardiologist in Hyderabad, India. The medical specialist holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pawan Poddar is part of:

  • Cardiology Society of India
  • Paediatric Cardiology Society of India
  • International Associate American College of Cardiology
  • Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions

Qualifications :

  • MD ,DM
  • FACC
  • FSCAI

Hospital Address :

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

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Dr. Ashutosh Marwah

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Hindi

 


Dr Ashutosh Marwah is one of the top Cardiologist in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashutosh Marwah is part of:

  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Indian Academy of Pediatrics(IAP)
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India
  • Lions Club of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Certifications :

  • Fellowship Pediatric Cardiology - Escorts Heart Institute, Delhi 1999-2001
  • Fellowship Pediatric Cardiology - Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne 2001-2003

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Ashutosh Marwah

  • Dr. Ashutosh Marwah’s medical interests are Cardiac interventions in newborns, Interventional closure of Cardiac defects- ASD, VSD, PDA, Coarct balloon dilatation stenting, Stent implantation in pulmonary arteries, Perioperative cardiac interventions for complex cardiac lesions, and Echo imaging in complex cardiac abnormalities, fetal echocardiography.
  • Dr. Ashutosh is considered to be one of the most experienced & recommended doctors for pediatric cardiac cases
  • He has attained fellowships in Pediatric Cardiology from Escorts Heart Institute, Delhi, and Royal Children’s Hospital, University of Melbourne.
  • In his past experiences, he has worked & collaboratred with some of the world-class hospitals including Jaypee hospital, Fortis Escorts, among others
  • He has performed 1000+ diagnostic cardiac catheterizations, 700+ interventional cardiac catheterizations, and Peri-Operative cardiac catheterization for assessment of residual lesions and control of hemoptysis
  • Dr. Marwah is a Life Member of the Paediatric Cardiac Society of India and Lions Club of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.
  • Dr. Ashutosh has been a great contributor to many research papers in popular medical publications and conferences.
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Dr. Maruti Y Haranal

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Bangalore, India

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Maruti Y Haranal is one of the best Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The clinician holds over 9 years of experience and is associated with BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Maruti Y Haranal is part of:

  • Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular surgeons of Asia
  • Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
  • Pediatric cardiac society of India

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Maruti Y Haranal

  • Dr. Bhaskar specialises in beating heart CABG, difficult congenital cardiac surgery, mitral and aortic valve repairs, aortic root replacements, and aortic aneurysm repairs.
  • He also holds an expertise in minimally invasive cardiac surgery and hybrid techniques.
  • He worked as an associate consultant at KIMS in Trivandrum and Fortis Hospital in Bangalore before joining BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals in Bangalore.
  • Decortications, lobectomies, pneumonectomies, and other thoracic surgeries are among the procedures he has undertaken.
  • Dr. Maruti Y Haranal has over 5000 heart operations under his belt.
  • Member, The Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular surgeons of Asia, Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons, and Pediatric cardiac society of India.
  • He is recognised for the publication of various articles in important journals.
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Dr. Ramesh Arora

Cardiologist

, Noida, India

46 Years of experience

 


Dr. Ramesh Arora is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Metro Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ramesh Arora is part of:

  • Fellow of Indian College of Cardiology (1995)
  • Fellow of American College of Cardiology (1998)
  • Fellow of Cardiology Society of India
  • Fellow of Interventional Science Academy
  • Member, American Society of Echocardiography
  • Lifetime Achievement Award by Delhi Cardiological Society of India (2014)

Qualifications :

  • MD (Medicine) Delhi University (1969)
  • DM (Cardiology) Delhi University (1973)
  • FCSI
  • FICC
  • FIMSA
  • FACC (USA)

Hospital Address :

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

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Dr. Anil Kumar R

Cardiologist

, Kochi, India

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Anil Kumar R is one of the most sought after Interventional Cardiologist in Kochi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 22 years of experience and is associated with Aster Medicity.

Certifications :

  • Head of Department of Cardiology at the Belhoul Speciality Hospital, Dubai
  • Trained in Cardiac Electrophysiology at the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Hospital Address :

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

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Dr. Pradipta Kumar Acharya

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Faridabad, India

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Pradipta Kumar Acharya is one of the foremost Pediatric Cardiologist in Faridabad, India. The clinician holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Asian Institute of Medical Sciences.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pradipta Kumar Acharya is part of:

  • Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society
  • Pediatric Cardiology Society of India

Qualifications :

  • MD (Pediatrics)
  • Observer Fellowship,Toronto, Sick Kids Hospital

Hospital Address :

Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Sector 21A, Faridabad, Haryana, India

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Dr. R Jebaraj

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Chennai, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr R Jebaraj is one of the most sought after Pediatric Cardiologist in Chennai, India. The medical specialist holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre .

Association and Memberships Dr. R Jebaraj is part of:

  • Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Cardiac MRI

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • DCH
  • MRCPGM

Hospital Address :

Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, Sri Ramachandra Nagar, Porur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Dr. Manisha Chakrabarti

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Delhi, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr Manisha Chakrabarti is one of the leading Cardiologist in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 21 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Manisha Chakrabarti is part of:

  • Cardiological Society of India
  • Pediatric Cardiology Society of India
  • Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship - Pediatric Cardiology (October, 2002 October, 2005)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Manisha Chakrabarti

  • Dr. Manisha specializes in the paediatric issues related to cardiology
  • Her expertise lies diagnosing problems of heart through pediatric and neonatal 2D/colour and 3D echocardiography to detect simple and complex heart problems
  • Dr. Manisha is a vivacious & highly skilled Interventional Cardiologist with a wealth of expertise.
  • She is a member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, the Cardiological Society of India, the Pediatric Cardiology Society of India, and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Noida.
  • She was honoured with the Bharat Jyoti Award and named one of India's Best Citizens by the India International Friendship Society.
  • She has worked at prestigious facilities such as Madras Medical Mission, Escorts Heart Institute, Global Health (Medicity), and AIIMS.
  • She has also actively participated in medical camps and outpatient clinics in various parts of the country, bringing cardiac treatments to people's homes.
  • Dr. Chakrabarti has contributed to a number of national and international journals devoted to paediatric cardiology.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Indian hospitals utilise advanced cardiac technologies for balloon atrial septostomy?

Yes. Leading hospitals in India, both public and private, are equipped with cutting-edge cardiac catheterisation technology for Balloon Atrial Septostomy (BAS). These technologies include: pediatric cardiac catheterisation labs with real-time fluoroscopic and echocardiographic imaging, high-frequency ventilators and neonatal intensive care units, 3D cardiac mapping systems for precise defect assessment, and multidisciplinary teams including paediatric cardiologists, neonatologists, and cardiac anesthesiologists.

MediGence connects international patients with these hospitals, providing safe and timely access to emergency and elective congenital heart interventions, such as balloon atrial septostomy.

Do Indian paediatric cardiologists have experience with balloon atrial septostomy procedures?

Yes. Indian paediatric cardiologists and interventional teams are highly experienced in balloon atrial septostomy, particularly for infants with transposition of the great arteries (TGA), hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and other critical congenital heart conditions. MediGence features top India-based cardiologists trained in paediatric and neonatal cardiac interventions, many of whom have completed fellowships in the USA, UK, or Europe.

What qualifications and experience do Indian cardiologists have for BAS procedures?

In India, pediatric cardiologists or interventional pediatric cardiologists perform balloon atrial septostomy (BAS). After completing a medical degree, these physicians typically pursue a pediatric cardiology fellowship and a pediatric residency. In tertiary hospitals or abroad, specialised training in congenital heart disease and catheter-based procedures is usually acquired through practical experience. MediGence lists only board-certified, verified paediatric cardiologists with expertise in high-risk neonatal procedures.

What conditions require balloon atrial septostomy?

Balloon Atrial Septostomy is performed to create or enlarge an atrial septal communication, typically to improve oxygenated blood mixing in newborns with:

  • Transposition of the great arteries (TGA)
  • Tricuspid atresia
  • Pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum (PA/IVS)
  • Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS)
  • Other ductal-dependent or cyanotic congenital heart defects

The procedure is often urgent and done within hours or days of birth to stabilise the baby until definitive surgery can be performed.

Can balloon atrial septostomy cure congenital heart disease?

No, balloon atrial septostomy is a palliative, not curative procedure. Its goal is to temporarily stabilise the infant by improving oxygenation before a definitive surgical repair can be done. Its benefits include:

  • Improved blood oxygen levels
  • Stabilisation of cardiac output
  • Delay or avoidance of emergency open-heart surgery
  • Increased survival in critical neonatal heart conditions

Following balloon atrial septostomy, patients are typically scheduled for surgical correction within a few weeks, depending on their condition.

Is balloon atrial septostomy available in India for international patients?

Yes. India offers high-standard paediatric cardiac care, including balloon atrial septostomy, for international patients. Services include access to 24/7 paediatric cardiac emergency teams as well as seamless coordination of visas, travel, and accommodations, and family support services and neonatal aftercare. Through MediGence, international patients can quickly coordinate time-sensitive procedures, such as balloon atrial septostomy, at world-class hospitals in India with minimal delays.

Can I consult with a paediatric cardiologist online before travelling to India?

Yes, Many paediatric cardiologists in India offer virtual consultations through MediGence to:

  • Review fetal echocardiograms, postnatal scans, and genetic reports
  • Assess the need and timing for balloon atrial septostomy or other interventions
  • Advise on travel timing, NICU readiness, and surgical follow-up
  • Provide detailed cost estimates and hospital stay expectations
  • Discuss surgical pathways post-balloon atrial septostomy, such as the arterial switch operation

This proactive planning ensures the child receives immediate care upon arrival in India.

How can I verify the credibility of a paediatric cardiologist in India?

Comprehensive doctor profiles, including education, years of experience, and procedural focus, are frequently available on hospital websites. A reliable indicator of specialisation is the Indian Medical Council, the Indian Society of Paediatric Cardiology, or the Heart Association of India. It can also be comforting to read patient testimonials on medical websites or global health platforms. MediGence ensures that only pre-screened, highly experienced specialists are listed, and their care team offers one-on-one support to guide you.

How soon should balloon atrial septostomy be performed after birth?

Balloon atrial septostomy is usually performed within the first hours to days of life, especially in cyanotic neonates with critical heart defects. Delay can lead to:

  • Severe hypoxia
  • Metabolic acidosis
  • Irreversible organ damage
  • Cardiac arrest
  • Prompt diagnosis via fetal echo or early neonatal screening allows immediate planning.

MediGence helps coordinate pre-booked neonatal care pathways for such urgent needs.

What post-procedure care is needed after Balloon atrial septostomy?

Post-procedure care for Balloon atrial septostomy includes continuous cardiac and oxygen monitoring in the NICU, echocardiographic follow-up to assess atrial communication, medication for heart function or rhythm support, planning for definitive surgical repair (arterial switch, Glenn, Fontan), and parental counselling and nutritional support for infants.

MediGence supports families with post-op planning, second opinions, and referrals to surgeons for the next steps in congenital heart care.