3 Best Cardiologists in Chennai

“Dr. J S N Murthy, a highly proficient cardiologist in Chennai, brings more than 37 years of expertise in the field of cardiology. He earned his MBBS degree from Kilpauk Medical College and MD from Stanley Medical College & Hospital, followed by the completion of DNB Cardiology. Dr. J S N Murthy has extensive experience in catheterizing various complex congenital heart diseases and specialisation in cardiac catheterization for rheumatic heart disease across all age groups. His remarkable achievements include conducting over 1,250 percutaneous balloon dilatations for mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valve stenosis. Additionally, he has been actively involved in performing more than 1,000 percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasties, including PTCA in evolving acute myocardial infarction and PTCA with percutaneous cardiopulmonary support. Dr. Murthy's contributions to the medical field extend beyond his clinical work, with over 100 of his papers and abstracts published in peer-reviewed journals. His dedication and excellence have garnered him numerous awards, recognition from the medical community, and prestigious fellowships. Dr. J S N Murthy is known for his commitment to patient care, consistently addressing questions and phone calls to ensure comprehensive communication.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Performed Over 25,000 Cardiac Catheterisation & Interventional Procedures.”

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“Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan completed his research project and obtained an MD degree from the University of London under the supervision of Prof. J.M. Ritter and Prof. P. Chowienczyk at King’s College London. He has over 20 years of experience in cutting-edge heart treatments without open heart surgery. Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan is the founder and course director of the country’s largest course for transcatheter valve therapies. He trained as a cardiology specialist registrar, rotating through North London hospitals, and obtained formal accreditation in interventional electrophysiology and device therapy. Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan was trained in paediatric electrophysiology at Great Ormond Street Hospital, where he continues to be an honorary consultant. He obtained formal European accreditation in Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology. Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan worked as a consultant cardiologist in the UK for some years, delivering a full range of cardiac services. He performed India's first transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation without open surgery in 2016, which was published in the Indian Heart Journal. Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan successfully performed the first TAVI in south India in June 2015 for a patient with aortic stenosis.”

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“Dr. G. Sengottuvelu is a highly skilled cardiologist in Chennai with extensive training and qualifications. He graduated from Madras Medical College and pursued further studies in internal medicine and cardiology. Dr. Sengottuvelu further honed his expertise through a fellowship in France, working alongside the renowned Dr. Marie Claude Morice. As an accomplished leader in complex PCI & stenting and structural heart interventions, including percutaneous heart valve replacement & repair, Dr. G. Sengottuvelu is a distinguished interventional cardiologist and a key opinion leader in India on valve interventions and complex stenting. He specialises in adult coronary and structural interventions and is recognised for his pioneering work in structural heart valve interventions and complex coronary stenting. Notably, he conducted the first successful transcatheter aortic valve replacement for aortic valve stenosis in Tamil Nadu. Dr. Sengottuvelu's contributions extend to the academic realm, with authorship of chapters in various textbooks and over 300 abstracts and case studies presented at conferences worldwide. His scientific reputation is highly regarded among his peers in the Asia Pacific region. Actively involved in interventional cardiology education, he serves on the program committee of Euro PCR, the largest educational program in the world, and is a member of the VITAL (Visionary Transformative Adult Learning) group of PCR. Currently, he holds a position on the board of the Asia Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology, making him well-known and respected among cardiologists in the Asia Pacific region.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Has Performed Over 15,000 Cardiac Interventional Procedures.
• Advanced, Evidence-based Heart Treatment.”

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