Cardiology

The BMH Department of Cardiology offers the latest innovations in invasive and noninvasive cardiac care to patients of all ages. The department of Cardiology provides medical management for all kinds of diseases relating to the heart and circulatory system. Medical diagnosis and treatments are offered to health issues like heart failures, congenital heart diseases and various other disorders. Understanding the needs of heart patients, BMH has facilitated services of highly experienced cardiologists and advanced technology. Cutting‐edge facilities and services are provided to ensure quality care to the patients at affordable cost. Two Digital flat panel Cath lab with Gen 3 – Greenfield Technology, IVUS facility makes it easier to have best results making way for better diagnosis and treatment. The radionuclide cardiac imaging technology aims at better imaging with less radiation. The test is done to evaluate various cardiac issues. The electrophysiology lab at BMH cardiology department has facilities for diagnosis as well as treatment for irregular heart beat conditions.

 

Panel of Doctors

Prof. Ashokan Nambiar C.

Dr. John F. John

Dr. Rajesh Muralidharan

Dr. Jayasree H. Nambiar

Dr. Harikrishna D

Dr. Raghuram A Krishnan

Prof. Ashokan Nambiar C.

Prof. Ashokan Nambiar C. MD, DM(Cardio), FACC

Senior Consultant and HOD

Prof. Asokan Nambiar is a veteran in cardiology and a renowned academician, with more than 42 years of experience in Cardiology. He has delivered valuable treatment options for over three generations of cardiac patients. He is the HOD of Cardiology at BMH.

Qualification
  • MBBS (Kerala University), MD (Gen Medicine, Kerala University), DM (Cardiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi), FACC (Fellow, American College of Cardiology). Advanced training for one year in Cardiology: the University of Newcastle – upon – Tyne, UK.
  • Former Professor and Head of Cardiology Department Govt. Medical College Calicut (40 years Experience in Cardiology).
  • Expertise: Clinical evaluation of Cardiac Problems in adults and children to provide Optimal Medical Treatment and to assess the need for any Catheter Interventions or surgical treatment after interpreting Clinical data, non –invasive tests, and Cardiac Catheterization and Angiography.
  • Performing and interpreting Echocardiography – both Trans Thoracic and Trans – Esophageal (TEE). Providing an active teaching and research program to create an academic melieu in the department. Principal Investigator for ongoing research programs and registries.
  • Nambiar C.A, Abdulrahiman P, Aravindan KP. Progressive systemic sclerosis presenting as recurrent ventricular tachycardia and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy–a case report. J Assoc Physicians India. 1989 Feb;37(2):179-81. [Medline]
  • Nambiar C.A, Nair SA, Nandakumar V. Right atrial myxoma presenting as chronic right heart failure–a case report. Indian Heart J. 1988 Mar-Apr;40(2):129-31. [Medline]
  • Sahasranam KV, Nambiar C.A, Sugathan K, Ravindran KN. Septal and posterior left ventricular wall motion and left ventricular function in juvenile mitral stenosis–an echocardiographic study. Indian J Chest Dis Allied Sci. 1987 Jan-Mar;29(1):17-24. [Medline]
  • Bhatia ML, Ashokan Nambiar C, Shrivastava S, Roy SB. Effect of acute digitalization on His bundle intervals and corrected sinus recovery time in normal young adults. Indian Heart J. 1977 Mar-Apr;29(2):78-84. [Medline]
  • Shrivastava S, Nambiar C.A, Tandon R. Right atrial ‘a’ wave in tetralogy of Fallot. Indian Pediatr. 1975 Aug;12(8):615-8. [Medline]
  • Nambiar C.A, Basu AK, Bhatia ML. Red cell haemolysis in mitral regurgitation (a 51Cr tagged red cell survival study). J Assoc Physicians India. 1974 Sep;22(9):665-70. [Medline]
  • Bhatia ML, Nambiar C.A, Bhalla BK, Basu AK, Roy SB. DC cardioversion in digitalised patients. A serum digoxin level correlative study. Indian Heart J. 1974 Apr;26(2):119-23. [Medline]
  • Nambiar C.A. Temporary transvenous intra cardiac pacing in complete heart block complicating acute myocardial infarction. Kerala Medical Journal XV: 117, 1975.
  • Nambiar C.A. Beside evaluation of Congenital heart disease. Kerala medical Journal XV: 117, 1974.

               

OP Days and Timings

  • Tue10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am – 04:00 pm

 

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Dr. John F. John MD, DM (Cardio)

Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist

John F. John is a Senior Consultant and Interventional Cardiologist with 18 years of experience in Interventional Cardiology. With his extensive experience in Interventional Cardiology, he has been able to produce excellent success rates in procedures like Complex Coronary Angioplasty, Arrhythmia Management, Interventions for Acute MI, Interventions for Structural Heart Disease and heart failure and complex Endovascular Interventions.

 
Qualification
  • MBBS from St John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • MD from Mysore University
  • DM in Cardiology from Manipal University
  • FSCAI (Fellow Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions, USA)
  • FACC (Fellow of American College of Cardiology)
  • FESC (Fellow of European Society of Cardiology)
  • Worked as Assistant Professor at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal.
  • Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bangalore.
  • Associate Professor & HOD in department of Cardiology at Pariyaram Medical College.
  • 16 years of experience as Interventionalist.

OP Days and Timings

  • Mon10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am – 04:00 pm

  

 

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Dr. Rajesh Muralidharan MD, DM, FIC

Senior Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist

Dr. Rajesh Muralidharan is a distinguished interventional cardiologist known for his exceptional skill and expertise in performing complex cardiac procedures. He is extensively trained and vastly experienced to perform a wide range of procedures, including coronary angiography and angioplasty, coronary physiology, fractional flow reserve (FFR), intravascular imaging (IVUS/OCT), calcium debunking devices, structural heart interventions, trans-catheter valve interventions, pacemakers, defibrillators and endovascular procedures with precision. As a European Society of Cardiology (ESC) certified Heart Failure Specialist, he brings a wealth of experience in managing complex cases of heart failure, including advanced stages and co- morbidities. His passion for advancing cardiovascular care, and active involvement in research and education has earned him the recognition as a trusted authority and a key opinion leader in the field. His compassionate approach and commitment to excellence makes him a highly sought-after interventional cardiologist, respected by patients and peers alike.

Qualification
  • MD (General Medicine)
  • DM (Cardiology) from Sree Chitra Medical Institute for Medical Science and Technology, Trivandrum
  • Fellow in Interventional Cardiology, Trivandrum.
  • Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology ( Sree Chitra Thirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology).
  • Certified Heart Failure Specialist-Heart Failure Association(HFA)/European Society of Cardiology(ESC)
  • Consultant Interventional Cardiologist for 13 years.
 
  • Coronary Stents
  • Coronary Physiology-Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR)
  • M.D Medicine- Gold Medalist
  • Best re-search paper award – Cardiological Society of India-Kerala; National Intervention Council

OP Days and Timings

  • Mon10:30 AM – 05:00 PM
  • Tue10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Wed10:30 AM – 05:00 PM
  • Thu10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Fri10:30 AM – 05:00 PM
  • Sat10:30 AM – 05:00 PM

 

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Dr. Jayasree H. Nambiar DCH, DNB(Paed), DNB(Cardio), FIC

Senior Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist

Dr. Jayasree is a Senior Interventional Cardiologist with expertise in complex Coronary Interventional procedures like Primary Angioplasties, Bifurcations, Chronic Total Occlusions and her area of special interest is Heart Failure Management. She also has experience in comprehensive management of cardiac diseases in children.

 
Qualification
  • DCH, DNB Paediatrics, DNB Cardiology, FIC (Adult Interventional, AIMS, Cochin), FICC.
 
  • Cardiology Registrar at KMCH, Coimbatore
  • Assistant Professor in Paediatric Cardiology at SRMC, Chennai
  • Consultant Cardiologist at KMCH, Erode, Silver Oaks, Mohali & Lakshmi Hospital, Palakkad.
 

OP Days and Timings

  • Tue10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am – 04:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am – 04:00 pm

 

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Dr. Harikrishna D MBBS, MD(General Medicine), DNB(Cardiology), MNAMS, FESC

Sr. Consultant

Qualification
  • MBBS – Selam Medical College, Chennai (2001)
  • MD (General Medicine) – Sidhartha Medical College, Bangalore (2007)
  • DNB (Cardiology) – Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi (2011)
  • MNAMS – National Academy of Medical Sciences (2011)
  • FESC – European Society (2018)
  • Head, Coronary and Endovascular Interventions -PVS Hospital, Calicut (Feb 2014 -Feb 2019)
  • Associate Professor – Pariyaram Medical College, Kannur (2012- 2014)
  • Sr. Lecturer – Govt. Medical College, Thrissur (2007 – 2008)

OP Days and Timings

  • Mon09:30 – 02:00
  • Tue09:30 – 02:00
  • wed09:30 – 02:00
  • Thu09:30 – 02:00
  • Fri09:30 – 02:00
  • Sat09:30 – 02:00

 

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Dr. Raghuram A Krishnan MBBS, MD (GEN MEDICINE), DM (CARDIOLOGY) , POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP-INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY

Senior Consultant

Qualification
  • MBBS- Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
  • MD.GEN MEDICINE- S.P Medical College, Bikaner
  • DM. CARDIOLOGY- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram
  • POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP-Interventional Cardiology- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Sciences And Technology, Thiruvananthapuram
  • Worked as a Consultant in Interventional Cardiology at KIMS ALSHIFA HOSPITAL at PERINTALMANNA, KERALA
  • Worked as a Sr. Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, STARCARE HOSPITAL, KOZHIKODE, KERALA
  • Gupta RP, Krishnan RA, Kumar S, Beniwal S, Devaraja R, Kochar SK. A rare cause of heart failure–primary hypoparathyroidism J Assoc Physicians India. 2007 Jul;55:522-4.
  • Pokharna R K, Joshi A, Raghuram A K, Kochar A, Sharma R Celiac disease and postcricoid carcinoma. J Assoc Physicians India. 2007 Dec;55:866-7
  • Sabir M, Raghuram AK. Asthma – Impact on pregnancy outcome. Lung India 2006;23:135-7

OP Days and Timings

  • Mon10:00 – 04:00
  • Tue10:00 – 04:00
  • Wed10:00 – 04:00
  • Fri10:00 – 04:00
  • Sat10:00 – 04:00         

 

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Services & Facilities

  • Digital flat panel Cath lab with Gen 3 – Greenfield Technology, 29 cm Diagonal-Highest Detector efficiency, Longest Table with highest fluoroscopic coverage (333cm with 186cm), IVUS facility etc
  • 500 slice equivalent  multi detector Cardiac CT
  • Revolution EVo 128 slice Clarity detector Cardiac CT with ASiR-V Technology
  • 1.5 TESLA High Definition MRI
  • Radionuclide Cardiac Imaging
  • 3D & 4D Echocardiography and Trans-Oesophageal Echocardiography
  • Electrophysiology Lab
  • TMT and 24 Hour Holter monitoring
  • Round the Clock Primary Angioplasty for Acute MI (Heart attack)
  • Elective Angiogram and Angioplasty
  • Device closure of VSD,ASD & PDA
  • Valvuloplasty (Mitral, Aortic, Pulmonary)
  • Endovascular repair
  • Temporary & Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
  • Treatment of Congenital Heart Disease
  • Evaluation and treatment of Arrhythmias