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Dr. Nagireddi Nageswara Rao
Cardiac SurgeonDr. Nagireddi Nageswara Rao is a distinguished Cardiac Surgeon with over 39 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 11,000 successful cardiac surgeries, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.
Why Choose Dr. Rao?
- Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 39+ years and over 11,000 successful cardiac cases, Dr. Rao has a proven track record in treating a wide spectrum of cardiac conditions, including off-pump and on-pump coronary artery bypass grafts, valve surgeries, congenital heart repairs, and complex aortic surgeries. He has also performed over 500 closed heart surgeries, 350 lung surgeries, and 400 vascular surgeries.
- Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for pioneering advanced techniques, including over 10 live demonstrations of off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) procedures. His expertise extends to heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices (LVAD), ECMO & Centrimag, thoracic surgery & VATS, and vascular surgery.
- Pioneer in Heart & Kidney Transplant: Dr. Rao was part of the team that performed the first heart transplant in Andhra Pradesh (2004) and the first combined heart and kidney transplant in the country (2005), enabling advanced life-saving procedures for complex cases.
- Leader in Advanced Heart Failure Care: He was the first surgeon in Telangana to implant the HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) in 2016, showcasing unparalleled expertise in cutting-edge treatments for advanced heart failure.
- Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Rao has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the "Rising Star Award" by the Times Group (2016) and the “Vaidya Siromani” title (2006), for his contributions to the field.
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Dr. Nagireddi Nageswara Rao is a distinguished Cardiac Surgeon with over 39 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 11,000 successful cardiac surgeries, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.
Why Choose Dr. Rao?
- Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 39+ years and over 11,000 successful cardiac cases, Dr. Rao has a proven track record in treating a wide spectrum of cardiac conditions, including off-pump and on-pump coronary artery bypass grafts, valve surgeries, congenital heart repairs, and complex aortic surgeries. He has also performed over 500 closed heart surgeries, 350 lung surgeries, and 400 vascular surgeries.
- Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for pioneering advanced techniques, including over 10 live demonstrations of off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) procedures. His expertise extends to heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices (LVAD), ECMO & Centrimag, thoracic surgery & VATS, and vascular surgery.
- Pioneer in Heart & Kidney Transplant: Dr. Rao was part of the team that performed the first heart transplant in Andhra Pradesh (2004) and the first combined heart and kidney transplant in the country (2005), enabling advanced life-saving procedures for complex cases.
- Leader in Advanced Heart Failure Care: He was the first surgeon in Telangana to implant the HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) in 2016, showcasing unparalleled expertise in cutting-edge treatments for advanced heart failure.
- Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Rao has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the "Rising Star Award" by the Times Group (2016) and the “Vaidya Siromani” title (2006), for his contributions to the field.

Dr. Priyen Kantilal Shah
Interventional CardiologistDr. Priyen Kantilal Shah is a distinguished Cardiologist with over 34 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a career marked by a profound dedication to cardiovascular health, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.
Why Choose Dr. Priyen Kantilal Shah?
- Extensive Cardiology Expertise: With over 34+ years of dedicated experience, Dr. Shah has a proven track record of managing complex cardiac conditions, including critical ICCU cases, utilising a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach.
- Advanced Interventional Techniques: He is highly skilled in organising and performing Primary PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty) and stenting, demonstrating expertise in advanced interventional cardiology procedures.
- Pioneer in Clinical Research: Dr. Shah has been a pivotal contributor to numerous international, multicentre clinical trials as an investigator, co-investigator, and research assistant. His involvement in studies such as ARISTOTLE, POLYCAP, SHIFT, and ROCKET-AF showcases his commitment to advancing cardiovascular medicine and his role in shaping modern treatment protocols.
- Leader in Research & Publications: His extensive contributions to medical research include publications in prestigious journals such as The Lancet, New England Journal of Medicine, and the Journal of Vascular Diseases. He has also presented at major international conferences, including AHA/ACC, ESC, SCAI, and EuroPCR.
- Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Shah has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the Vishist Chikitsa Medal (VCM) and a Gold Medal for Fellowship in the Association of Chest Physicians, for his significant contributions to the medical field.
- Global Academic & Training Exposure: His qualifications include an MD in Cardiology from Ukraine and advanced training in interventional cardiology and echocardiography from various international institutions, including a program with The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the USA, as well as specialised training in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in Hong Kong.
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Dr. Priyen Kantilal Shah is a distinguished Cardiologist with over 34 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a career marked by a profound dedication to cardiovascular health, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.
Why Choose Dr. Priyen Kantilal Shah?
- Extensive Cardiology Expertise: With over 34+ years of dedicated experience, Dr. Shah has a proven track record of managing complex cardiac conditions, including critical ICCU cases, utilising a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach.
- Advanced Interventional Techniques: He is highly skilled in organising and performing Primary PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty) and stenting, demonstrating expertise in advanced interventional cardiology procedures.
- Pioneer in Clinical Research: Dr. Shah has been a pivotal contributor to numerous international, multicentre clinical trials as an investigator, co-investigator, and research assistant. His involvement in studies such as ARISTOTLE, POLYCAP, SHIFT, and ROCKET-AF showcases his commitment to advancing cardiovascular medicine and his role in shaping modern treatment protocols.
- Leader in Research & Publications: His extensive contributions to medical research include publications in prestigious journals such as The Lancet, New England Journal of Medicine, and the Journal of Vascular Diseases. He has also presented at major international conferences, including AHA/ACC, ESC, SCAI, and EuroPCR.
- Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Shah has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the Vishist Chikitsa Medal (VCM) and a Gold Medal for Fellowship in the Association of Chest Physicians, for his significant contributions to the medical field.
- Global Academic & Training Exposure: His qualifications include an MD in Cardiology from Ukraine and advanced training in interventional cardiology and echocardiography from various international institutions, including a program with The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the USA, as well as specialised training in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in Hong Kong.

Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K.
Cardiac ElectrophysiologistDr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. is a distinguished Cardiac Electrophysiologist with over 25 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a vast number of successful procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disorders.
Why Choose Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K.?
- Extensive Electrophysiology & Interventional Expertise: With over 25+ years of experience, Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. has a proven track record of performing advanced electrophysiological procedures and device implantations, including pacemakers, ICDs, CRTs, and complex ablations. His expertise also extends to interventional cardiology procedures, such as PTCA and the closure of congenital heart defects.
- Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for cutting-edge procedures such as Conduction System Pacing (His bundle pacing and Left Bundle pacing), Leadless Pacemaker Implantation, 3D mapping and ablation for Complex Cardiac Arrhythmias, and Cryoablation for AF. His expertise extends to advanced interventional techniques, including Complex PTCA with IVUS/OCT/Rotablation guidance, TAVI, TMVR, and Peripheral Vascular and Aortic Interventions.
- Leader in Cardiac Electrophysiology: As the Clinical Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, he leads a team dedicated to world-class cardiac care.
- Award-Winning Excellence & Global Recognition: Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. holds prestigious international certifications and fellowships, including CEPS and CCDS from IBHRE, USA, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), European Society of Cardiology (FESC), and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI), recognising his significant contributions to the field.
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Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. is a distinguished Cardiac Electrophysiologist with over 25 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a vast number of successful procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disorders.
Why Choose Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K.?
- Extensive Electrophysiology & Interventional Expertise: With over 25+ years of experience, Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. has a proven track record of performing advanced electrophysiological procedures and device implantations, including pacemakers, ICDs, CRTs, and complex ablations. His expertise also extends to interventional cardiology procedures, such as PTCA and the closure of congenital heart defects.
- Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for cutting-edge procedures such as Conduction System Pacing (His bundle pacing and Left Bundle pacing), Leadless Pacemaker Implantation, 3D mapping and ablation for Complex Cardiac Arrhythmias, and Cryoablation for AF. His expertise extends to advanced interventional techniques, including Complex PTCA with IVUS/OCT/Rotablation guidance, TAVI, TMVR, and Peripheral Vascular and Aortic Interventions.
- Leader in Cardiac Electrophysiology: As the Clinical Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, he leads a team dedicated to world-class cardiac care.
- Award-Winning Excellence & Global Recognition: Dr. Ramakrishna S.V.K. holds prestigious international certifications and fellowships, including CEPS and CCDS from IBHRE, USA, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), European Society of Cardiology (FESC), and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI), recognising his significant contributions to the field.
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