Best Doctors for Transesophageal Echocardiography - TEE in India

• Dr. Chetan P Shah is an Interventional Cardiologist practising since the year 2000.
• After completing his MD, he obtained the DM (Cardiology) superspeciality degree and was also conferred the titles of Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP).
• In addition, he completed Fellowships in Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias in USA and Canada, and a Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology from Australia
• Dr. Chetan P Shah received the National Award for Senior Cardiologist of the Year, at the hands of Mr. Ram Vilas Paswan in New Delhi, in 2012.
• His area of expertise is Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias.

• As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Deepak Katyal has over 16 years of experience.
• He is proficient in Non-Invasive Cardiology Coronary Angiography Primary and Elective PTCA Pacemaker Implantation ICD Implantation Complex Coronary Interventions Intravascular Imaging including IVUS, OCT, Peripheral interventions ASD, VSD and PDA.
• He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
• Dr. Deepak Katyal has completed his MBBS (2003) from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore.
• He has completed his MD (2008) from Government Medical College, Amritsar.
• He obtained DM (2015, Cardiology) from JIPMER, Pondicherry.
• He is the author of various papers and publications.
• Dr. Deepak Katyal is well-versed in Hindi, Punjabi and English.

• Dr. Dheeraj Gandotra has 10+  years of experience in the field of Non-invasive and Interventional Cardiology.
• Dr. Gandotra has rich experience in his field with colossal expertise in disorders of the heart, circulatory system, congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology.
• He is an associate fellow at The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).
• Dr. Gandotra has written many publications and research papers for the in JK Science
• Dr. Dheeraj is an active member of Cardiological Society of India (CSI) and the Indian Medical Association (IMA) which are national medical associations.
• He has done his MBBS, MD (Medicine) and then DNB (Cardiology) and  title holder of the Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Cardiology.

• Dr. G Vijayaraghavan is a renowned Cardiologist of India.
• Dr Vijayaraghavan, Padmasree awardee from The President of India, is the Vice Chairman & Founder Director of the Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences and the President of the Society for Continuing Medical Education and Research, Trivandrum, Kerala.
• He is one of the senior most medical teachers of this country and is widely known in India for establishing the first 2dimensional echocardiography laboratory in India way back in 1980.
• His research publications in this field in internationally reputed journals have been path-breaking.
• His research on Cerebra Odollum poisoning (a suicidal plant poison used by poor people of S.lndia) during the 1970s, introduced innovative treatment modalities, which still saves numerous suicide victims.
• In 1983 he was invited to work at the University of California, Los Angeles, and became one of the pioneer research workers in Doppler echocardiography and co-authored the first book on this subject from the USA (1985).
• As Professor and Head of cardiology, Dr Vijayaraghavan established one of the most modern cardiology departments in this country at the Trivandrum Medical College.
• With help from the World Health Organization & the Government of India, he demonstrated that heart attacks and their risk factors are very highly prevalent among the poor people of Kerala.
• Dr Vijayaraghavan is the author of many books and contributes chapters to cardiology textbooks.
• He is a member of the editorial board of the Indian Edition of the American Heart Association journals, 'Circulation' & 'Hypertension' and is the Chairman of the Echocardiology Council of the Cardiological Society of India.
• Dr Vijayaraghavan is the recipient of numerous awards & honours.
• He received honorary fellowships from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (FRCP Edin), from the Royal College of Physicians of London (FRCP Lond), from the American College of Cardiology (FACe), and the Premier Golden Heart Fellowship from the American Heart Association (FAHA).
• Lifetime achievement awards were given to him by the Indian Academy of Echocardiography, Indian College of cardiology and the Cardiological Society of India.
• He is the current Editor-in-Chief of the Indian Journal of Clinical Cardiology (IJCC).

Dr. Gandhamdara Kiran Kumar is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist with over 26 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With numerous successful procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Kiran Kumar?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 26+ years of experience and a multitude of successful cases, Dr. Kiran Kumar has a proven track record in treating various cardiac conditions.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for his innovative interventional cardiology methods, encompassing a broad range of cardiac treatments. His specialty includes complete cardiovascular treatment.
• Pioneer in Advanced Cardiac Care: Dr. Kiran Kumar's significant expertise and dedication to new procedures have propelled him to the forefront of interventional cardiology, where he routinely delivers outstanding patient outcomes.
• Leader in Interventional Procedures: He has performed numerous complex interventional procedures, demonstrating unrivaled proficiency in modern cardiac techniques.

• Dr. Ganesh Kumar is working at Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital as chief of Cardiology since the inception of the cardiac services in 2004.
• After completing 12 years of learning and working from Seth G S Medical College & 3 years of post-graduation in Internal Medicine followed by 3 years post-doctoral super-speciality in cardiology at the prestigious King Edward IV Memorial Hospital, he then pursued training in interventional cardiology – Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology, 2yrs at the Division of Invasive Cardiology, Ramban Medical Centre, Haifa, Israel.
• He also did basic research in stent technology & robotics in the field of interventional cardiology at Bruce Rapport Israel Institute of Technology.
• After returning to India, he practised for 1 year at SevenHills Hospital, Vishakhapatnam.
• He then joined Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital as a consultant in Interventional Cardiology (in 2004) and presently heads the department.
• To his credit, he has a large number of national and international publications in the field of interventional cardiology and in basic research work.
• His field of expertise is development & use of Robotics in Percutaneous Coronary Interventions; PAMI (Primary Angioplasty in Acute Myocardial Infarction); Complex Coronary Interventions (Use of Rota ablators, IVUS Technology, Multi Vessel angioplasties) among others.

• Dr. Gautam Swaroop is a renowned Interventional Cardiologist with 19 years of experience in extending catheter-based treatment for structural heart diseases.
• He specializes in Chronic Total Occlusion Interventions, transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), Complex Coronary Interventions, Rota ablation for Calocific Lesions, multi-vessel PCI, etc.
• Upon completion of MBBS in 2005, Dr. Swaroop completed in MD in 2011 (Medicine) at MLB Medical College, Jhansi.
• Then, in 2015, he completed DM (Cardiology) and FSCAI, finalizing his education at KGMU, Lucknow.
• Dr. Swaroop excelled in his MBBS examinations, bagging several Gold medals for the same, and has various publications under his name.

• Presently working as the Director of the Cardiology Department at Jaypee Hospital.
• Performed over 10000 procedures.
• Routinely performs transthoracic echocardiography, vascular doppler and stress testing.
• Attained training in Interventional Cardiology from Mount Sinai Hospital, New York.

• Currently associated as head of department with Cardiology team at Primus Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi.
• Area of specialization is Cardiology
• Holds various positions held in Professional Associations & Organizational Work such as Vice-President, Cardiology Society of India, Delhi Branch since 2015, Editor Medical Forum published by I.M.A. South Delhi Branch, 1981, Secretary of I.M.A. South Delhi Branch 1982-83 and 1983-84, Organizing Secretary of Annual Convention of I.M.A. South Delhi Branch, 1982 & Senior Vice President, IMA South Delhi Branch, 1995-96.
• Fellow of the Indian College of Physicians. Jan 1999.India, Fellow of the Cardiological Society of India. Dec 2005.India, JICA (Japan International Co-operation Agency) Fellowship for training in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology. National Cardiovascular Center (NCVC). Jan-Nov 2001.Osaka, Japan

• Dr. Hasmukh Gujar is a cardiologist having more than 21 years of expertise.
• Services provided by him includes Vascular Surgery, Mitral/Heart Valve Replacement, Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, etc.
• He has pursued MBBS from University of Pune in 2001.
• He did DNB - Cardiology from National Board of Education, New Delhi in 2009.
• He is registered under 2002/01/1059 Maharashtra Medical Council, 2002.
• Dr. Hasmukh Gujar is fluent in English, and Hindi.

• Currently associated as Senior Interventional Cardiologist Fortis Hospital, Mulund – Mumbai
• Performed more than 12000 in Wockhardt which includes more than 4000 plasty
• Primary interest lies in Coronory and Peripheral Angioplasty
• Interests are Clinical and invasive cardiology
• Expertise in simple and complex Coronary Angioplasty, Renal and Carotid Angioplasty and Pacemakers
• Published more than 50 Ads at national & international level

Dr. Honey Sharma is a highly skilled Interventional Cardiologist with expertise in complex cardiovascular interventions, particularly excelling in procedures performed via the transradial (wrist) route. 

Driven by a patient-first philosophy and a commitment to clinical excellence, Dr. Sharma combines advanced imaging technology with a holistic approach to manage everything from life-threatening acute coronary syndromes to chronic heart failure.

Why Choose Dr. Honey Sharma?

• Transradial Intervention Expert: She specialises in performing complex primary angioplasties and coronary interventions via the transradial (wrist) route, which reduces bleeding risk and enables a faster recovery for patients.
• Advanced Calcified Lesion Management: Dr. Sharma possesses specialised technical skills to treat heavily calcified and complex heart lesions using Rotational Atherectomy (Rota Ablation), Cutting Balloons, and Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL).
• Comprehensive Heart Failure Specialist: Officially certified in the holistic management of heart failure by the Heart Failure Association of India (HFA), she delivers evidence-based, compassionate care for patients with severe heart failure and cardiogenic shock.
• Proven High-Risk Competence: She has a proven track record of successfully navigating critical cardiac emergencies, complex pacemaker implantations, and valvular interventions.