Dr. Karthik Vasudevan

Cardiologist 20 years of overall experience Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur

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About Dr. Karthik Vasudevan

Senior Consultant Dr. Karthik Vasudevan is a well-known interventional cardiologist and Heart Failure expert. He is the best interventional cardiologist in Bangalore. With a solid educational foundation and years of professional experience, he has established himself as a recognised authority in treating complex cardiovascular problems. The MD and DM degrees Dr. Vasudevan earned attest to his extensive training and skill in cardiology. A Fellow of the Indian College of Cardiology, the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI) in the United States, the Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA), the European Society of Cardiology - Heart Failure Association (ESC HFA), and the International Society for Heart & Lung Transplant (ISHLT), he has also attained prestigious fellowships and memberships. His areas of specialisation encompass Interventional Cardiology, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device). He has developed a keen interest in performing complex coronary interventions, including angioplasties guided by advanced imaging techniques like Optical Coherence Tomography or OCT and Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS). Furthermore, he is proficient in implanting pacemakers, CRT (Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy) devices, ICDs (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators), conducting device closures and selecting Structural Heart interventions.Dr. Vasudevan completed Heart Transplant and LVAD training to enhance his expertise at the renowned Methodist Houston Medical Center and JC Walter Jr Transplant Center in Houston, USA. He also received specialised training in Heart Failure Device implantation (CRT) in Switzerland, further expanding his skill set. Dr. Vasudevan's contributions to the cardiology field have been recognised through various awards and achievements. His work on Abciximab in acute coronary syndrome has garnered attention and praise. He has also made significant advancements in electrocardiographic localisation of occlusion sites in the left anterior descending coronary artery in acute anterior wall myocardial infarction (MI). Additionally, he has successfully closed large Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) in infants using the modified Amplatzer duct occluder. Dr. Vasudevan has been actively involved in delivering talks and publications on critical cardiology-related topics He has shared insights on the effects of COVID-19 on the heart and its implications for diabetes. His expertise has been showcased through successful surgeries at Yeshwanthpur Manipal Hospitals, where he serves as a Senior Consultant in Interventional Cardiology and Heart Failure. His contributions have been covered by prominent media outlets such as Deccan Herald, Vijay Karnataka, Bangalore Mirror, and News 9, highlighting his dedication to advancing cardiac care. With his vast knowledge, exceptional skills, and compassionate approach, Dr. Karthik Vasudevan continues to make a significant impact in the field of Interventional Cardiology and Heart Failure, improving the lives of his patients and contributing to medical advancements.

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