Best Doctors for AICD in India

• Dr Chandrashekharan is a proficient Cardiologist with 25+ years of experience in this department.
• He is an Interventional Cardiologist and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist or Cardiac EP whose expertise comprises Coronary Angiogram, Primary / Elective Angioplasty, Pacemaker implantation for management of heart failure, Balloon Valvuloplasty, Radio Ablation for irregular heartbeat, and device implantation for saving patient from rhythm disturbance. 
• Dr Chandrashekharan completed his super speciality DM in Cardiology after finishing Doctor of Medicine. He studied in Madras Medical College and RBCC High School, Chennai.
• He also had work experiences in prominent hospitals around Chennai.

• Dr. Anees Thajudeen is a practicing Interventional Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist  with +10 years of experience in the field.
• After his MBBS, he did MD, DM and a fellowship in clinical cardiac electrophysiology.
• Dr. Thujadeen is an expert at  nterventions for complex ventricular and atrial arrhythmias in patients with structural heart disease.  His other areas of interest are, cryoablation for atrial fibrillation and 3D mapping systems to reduce fluoroscopic radiation exposure during complex ablations. He is also an expert in device implants and follow-up for implantable cardioverters and cardiac resynchronization devices for heart failure. He also treats bradycardia and syncope.
• In his career thus far, he has worked as a faculty too.

• Dr. Sanjai PV is a well-known Cardiologist with 11+ years of experience.
• He holds expertise in Cardiac interventions such as Coronary angiogram and angioplasty, Peripheral angioplasty, ASD, VSD, PDA device closures, and Pacemaker implant.
• He is skilled in Electrophysiology and has performed more than 1,000 EP studies to date.
• In 2017, he was awarded the prestigious Young Investigator Award at the Asia Pacific-Singapore live course in revascularization.
• After completing his graduate studies from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 2009, he pursued MD in General Medicine from Darbhanga Medical College in 2013 followed by DM in Cardiology from Govt Medical College, Trivandrum in 2016.
• He is a recipient of various awards and recognitions. 
• He has several papers and publications in national and international journals.

• Dr. Samir Bahl is a well-known Cardiologist practicing for more than two decades.
• He specializes in Non-Interventional Cardiology.
• After completing MBBS from AIIMS, he pursued MD in Medicine from AIIMS followed by a fellowship in Cardiology from HUG Geneva Switzerland.
• He holds professional associations with the American Society of Echocardiography, the Indian Academy of Echocardiography, and API

• As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr Arindam Pandey is one of the best in Kolkata with experience of 11 years of the medical field.
• His special interests lie in structural heart disease interventions, being an expert in Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty in Radial Route, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators (ICD), Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty (BMV), BPV, Electrophysiology (EP) study, Peripheral Vascular Interventions, Device closure of Congenital Heart Disease to mention a few.
• Dr Pandey had done some training abroad to refine his skills.
• He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.
• He is a member of the West Bengal Academy of Echocardiography and Cardiological Society of India.
• He has more than 50 publications to his credit in international and national medical journals and contributed several chapters in cardiology textbooks. 
• He had been presented with several awards both internationally and nationally.
• He speaks English, Hindi, and Bengali.

• Dr. Prakash V S is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist with 26+ years of experience.
• His areas of expertise include performing Implantable devices such as Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) and Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy, interventional electrophysiology procedures, which include Electrophysiology (EP) and Radiofrequency ablations (RFA) and Atrial fibrillation.
• He is among the few cardiologists who are the primary operators for various arrhythmias including WPW, AVNRT and other Accessory Path.
• Dr. Prakash is the first doctor in India to perform catheter-based ablation for Atrial Fibrillation in 1999.
• He holds MBBS from the University of Karnataka, Karnataka, MD in medicine from BMC, Bangalore, DM in Cardiology from KMC, Manipal and completed his Fellowship in Cardiac Clinical Electrophysiology at Veterans General Hospital in Taipei, Taiwan.
• He also did a fellowship in cardiology from Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, USA; a fellowship from the American College of Cardiology and fellowship from the European Society of Cardiology.
• He has authored 41 articles in international peer-reviewed journals, 34 abstracts in International Conferences and 4 chapters in textbooks.
• He has been awarded the Mahindra & Mahindra/Nightingale Award for one of the 10 leading personalities in the field of Medicine, 2003.

• Dr. Sharada SK is an interventional cardiologist and electrophysiologist with 18+ years of experience.
• Her areas of expertise include management of heart rhythm problems, device implantations for preventing sudden cardiac death, curative radiofrequency ablations and heart failure in high risk patients.
• She completed MBBS from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, MD in general medicine from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and DM in cardiology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
• She is a member of Cardiological Society of India, Indian Society of Electrocardiology, Indian Society of Echocardiography, International Associate Member of American College of Cardiology, Indian Medical Association, Emirates Medical Association, Women in Cardiology and Related Sciences (WINCARS), Tamil Nadu Medical Council and International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE).
• She has penned several publications for indexed journals.
• Dr. Sharada has worked with prestigious hospitals of India.

Dr. Praveen Sreekumar is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist focusing on complex coronary interventions as well as adult and pediatric electrophysiology studies using advanced 3D mapping and ablation techniques. He is deeply committed to pioneering minimally invasive cardiac therapies and improving patient outcomes. His expertise includes treating arrhythmias, performing cryoablation, and conducting catheter-based procedures.

Why Choose Dr. Praveen Sreekumar?

• Highly Experienced Electrophysiologist: Dr. Sreekumar specialises in diagnosing and treating complex cardiac rhythm disorders with strong clinical accuracy.
• Expert in Advanced Cardiac Interventions: He performs complex angioplasties, pacemaker and ICD implantations, CRT therapy, and 3D-mapping–guided EP studies.
• Strong Reputation in Complex Case Handling: Dr. Praveen frequently manages challenging arrhythmia cases and is sought after for second opinions from patients across India.
• Patient-Focused Treatment Approach: He is known for detailed counselling, personalised treatment planning, and continuity of care throughout the recovery journey.
• Technology-Driven and Evidence-Based: He uses modern electrophysiology tools and internationally approved treatment protocols for better outcomes.
• Ethical & Transparent Medical Practice: Dr. Sreekumar is widely appreciated for honest guidance, clarity in communication, and patient empowerment.
• Academic Expertise: He regularly participates in national and international cardiology forums, contributing to research discussions and advancing knowledge in electrophysiology.

Dr. Binay K. Pandey is a distinguished Cardiologist with 18 years of experience, well-known for his rare and comprehensive expertise across multiple cardiac sub-specialities. He is one of the few specialists proficient in interventional cardiology, paediatric cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart disease, offering a holistic approach to complex patient needs.

Why Choose Dr. Pandey?

• Comprehensive Cardiac Expertise: With over 18+ years of experience, Dr. Pandey possesses a unique and extensive skill set covering interventional, paediatric, and structural heart conditions, ensuring patients receive the most appropriate and advanced care.
• Advanced Interventional Techniques: His areas of expertise include precision-guided interventions using intravascular imaging technologies, including Fractional Flow Reserve FFR, Intravascular Ultrasound IVUS, and Optical Coherence Tomography OCT, as well as extremely difficult operations like Rotablation and Chronic Total Occlusion CTO angioplasty.
• Leader in Electrophysiology: Dr. Pandey has many years of experience using both 2D and 3D mapping techniques to treat complicated cardiac rhythm abnormalities. He has successfully carried out several ablations for illnesses like ventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, and AVNRT.
• Specialised Device Implantation: He has proven expertise in implementing and managing critical cardiac devices, including single and dual-chamber pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators ICDs, and Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy CRT devices.
• Expertise in Structural & Peripheral Interventions: Dr. Pandey's proficiency extends to complex structural procedures such as Balloon Mitral Valvotomy BMV, as well as peripheral interventions including Endovascular Aneurysm Repair EVAR and aneurysm coiling.

• Dr. K.Jaishankar is a renowned Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, with a thriving experience of more than 19 years.
• He has successfully performed 10,000 cath procedures, which include angioplasty. His expertise lies in Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (Icds), Pacemaker Implantation, Coronary Angiogram, etc.
• He is a life member of the cardiology society, a life member of the Indian Medical Association, a fellow of the European Society of Cardiology, a Life Member of the Indian Heart Rhythm Society, and a fellow of the Indian Academy of Medical Specialties.
• Dr. Jaishankar possesses knowledge in carotid angioplasty, rotablation, directional coronary atherectomy, transcatheter device closure of ASD, VSD & PDA.
• He regularly performs procedures like CRT, CRT-D, and ICD device implants and familiar with 3-D advanced electroanatomical mapping techniques for ablation of abnormal heart disturbances.
• He has numerous research publications in national as well as national and international popular journals.

• Dr. Ameya Udyavar is a cardiac electrophysiologist with 20+ years of experience.
• He completed MBBS from the University of Mumbai, Mumbai, DNB in cardiology from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai, DM in cardiology from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai and MD in medicine from Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai.
• He is a member of the Association of Physicians of India (API), Cardiology Society of India and Indian Heart Rhythm Society.
• He won the Young Investigator Award at the Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society Meeting in 2006.
• His areas of interest include treatment of heart failure, ischaemic heart disease, Coronary Angioplasty, Coronary Angiography, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator implantation (AICD), Permanent pacemaker implantation (Single or Dual Chamber), prevention and treatment of heartbeat problems including AF, VT and SVT.
• He has published 32 research publications.
• Dr. Udyavar completed his training in cardiac electrophysiology and devices at Taiwan and Australia.
• He is one of the few cardiac Electrophysiologist in Mumbai who specializes in –mapping of arrhythmias and ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF) and scar VT.

• Dr. Kapil Kumawat is an Interventional Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist with 22 years of experience.
• His clinical interest includes cardiac rhythm management and heart failure management using interventional Electrophysiology and devices such as Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) and Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD).
• He one of the few cardiologists in India certified by the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) as a Cardiac Devices and Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist.
• After completing MBBS, he did MD in medicine and DM in cardiology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
• Dr. Kumawat completed a fellowship in Cardiac Rhythm Management from Monash Heart, Australia.
• He has many publications under his name in both national and international journals.