Department of Cardiology - Achievements & Milestones
Established in 2013 under the visionary leadership of Shri Mahant Devendra Dass Ji,Maharaj the Department of Cardiology has grown into a leading center for advanced cardiac care, interventional excellence, and academic training under the Prof.& Head- Dr.Tanuj Bhatia- Interventional & Cardiologist, Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences-Dehradun Uttrakhand.
Milestones
- 2013 : Establishment of the Department of Cardiology
- 2013 : Commissioning of the Echocardiography (Echo) Lab
- 2014 : Establishment of advanced Cardiac Catheterization (Cath- Lab)
- 2017 : Ranked among the Top 3 Cardiology Departments in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh, and Top 10 in North India within just 3 years
- 2019 : Applied for DM Cardiology Program
- 2022 : Approval and initiation of DM Cardiology seats
- 2023 : Installed 2nd Cardiac Catheterization (Cath- Lab).
- 2026 : Expansion to 6 DM Cardiology seats
The Department of Cardiology at Shri Mahant Indiresh Hospital is an acknowledged centre of excellence. It is well known for its advanced, innovative research-backed and path-breaking services for heart patients. The Institute is known for its renowned cardiologists, electro physiologists, Cardiac intensivists and undertakes all kinds of complex procedures. The Institute is equipped with advanced Cath labs, FFR, IVUS, ICU, Non-invasive labs, Cardiac surgery theatres, CTICU and excellent room services backed up by well trained medical, nursing and technical staff.
Shri Mahant Indiresh Hospital has 4 Consultants in the Cardiology department who are skilled in varied number of Cardiac Interventional procedures. Our centre has one of the busiest cardiology departments doing maximum number of cases in Uttarakhand, western Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh & Haryana.
Cardiology department is performing more than 450 Cardiac Cath procedures every month, >350 Angiographies, >150 Angioplasties and >10 Balloon Mitral Valvotomies. Our centre is also equipped with doing electrophysiological studies, device implantations (pacemaker, AICD and CRT-D) as well as pediatric interventions (ASD/VSD/PDA transcatheter closure).
Shri Mahant Indiresh Hospital has a multidisciplinary approach to cardiac care involving senior Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, critical care specialists, anesthetists, cardiac technicians and nurses. We provide comprehensive patient evaluation and appropriate interventional therapies which are completed on a timely basis.
Shri Mahant Indiresh Hospital is one of the leading centers in Uttarakhand as well as Northern India and is actively involved in research, diagnosis and therapies for people with cardiac ailments.
Advanced Clinical & Procedural Excellence
The department is equipped to perform a wide spectrum of high-end and complex cardiac procedures, including:
- Carto-guided EPS & Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
- Leadless Pacemaker Implantation
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Impella-supported high-risk interventions
- All types of Pacemaker Implantations (single, dual, CRT, ICD)
- Advanced Cardiac Imaging-Guided Therapies
- Comprehensive range of coronary and structural heart interventions
- Clinical & Infrastructure Strength
- Continuous enhancement of ICU care quality and patient safety protocols
- Fully functional and well-maintained Echo & Cath Lab services
- Streamlined OPD management and day-care services
- Implementation of online cath lab reporting and digital discharge systems
- Upgraded day-care facilities with smooth IPD transfer systems.
- Dedicated administrative coordination for efficient Cath Lab functioning
Academic & Institutional Growth
- Development of departmental academic infrastructure and learning resources
- Structured DM training program with hands-on procedural exposure
- Emphasis on research, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice
DM Resident Achievements
DM Cardiology Batch 2022 successfully passed out and are now serving as consultant cardiologists across reputed institutions, including in the state of Uttarakhand.
- Active involvement of residents in advanced procedures, research, and case presentations
- Strong exposure to complex interventions and cutting-edge cardiac technologies
- Continuous focus on developing highly skilled and competent cardiologists
Infrastructure
- Seminar Room
- OPD Rooms
- ECG Room
- Office Room
- Department Library
- TMT Room
- Echocardiography Room
- Holter Room
- Cradiac Cath Lab
- Store Room
Other Services
The department of Cardiology runs OPD services in all week day’s i.e from Monday to Saturday. The services provided are Out patient, In-patient ( of 24 X 7 services) including Coronary Care Unit (CCU) & Cardiology Ward, ECG, Echocardiography lab, Cath lab and TMT lab & Holter lab.
Routine clinical ServicesRoutine clinical Services
| S. No |
Name of the clinic |
Days on which held |
Timings |
Name of clinic In charge |
| 1 |
Pacing Clinic & Arrhythmia clinic |
Friday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Tanuj Bhatia – 1st Friday |
| 2 |
Pacing Clinic & Arrhythmia clinic |
Saturday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Sahil Mahajan- 1st Saturday
Dr. Richa – 2nd Saturday |
| 3 |
Peripheral Vascular Clinic |
Friday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Tanuj Bhatia – 3rd Friday |
| 4 |
Peripheral Vascular Clinic |
Saturday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Sahil Mahajan- 3rd Saturday
Dr. Richa – 4th Saturday |
| 5 |
Pediatric cardiology clinic & Structural Heart Disease Clinic |
Thursday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Tanuj Bhatia – 1st Thursday |
| 6 |
Pediatric cardiology clinic & Structural Heart Disease Clinic |
Thursday |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Dr. Sahil Mahajan- 3rd Thursday
Dr. Richa – 4th Thursday |
Specialized OPD
- Arrhythmia clinic
- PAD clinic
- Pediatric Cardiology clinic
- Structural Heart Disease clinic
- Heart Failure clinic
- Cardiac Rehabilitation clinic
Non Invasive Cardiology
- ECG,
- Echocardiogram,
- TMT,
- Holter and Ambulatory BP monitoring
Invasive coronary procedures
- Coronary Angiogram
- Balloon angioplasty (PTCA) with stenting
- Elective angiography as well as primary angiography and stenting (for acute heart attack patients)
- Internal mammary/SVG graft angiography and angioplasty (post CABG)
- Atherectomy using diamond coated burrs (Rota ablation)
- Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) and Optica Coherence Tomography (OCT) for imaging inside of coronary arteries
- Clot removal from the vessels using mechanical thrombectomy system
Invasive non coronary procedures
- Repair of mitral, aortic, tricuspid and pulmonary valves (valvuloplasty) using balloons
- Peripheral angiography with angioplasty
- Diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders (Electrophysiology and catheter ablation of arrhythmias)
- Combo Device (CRT with ICD) Implantation
Academic Activity
| |
Academic Session |
Day |
Timing |
| 1 |
Journal Club |
Monday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |
| 2 |
Clinical Seminar |
Tuesday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |
| 3 |
Interesting Echo/ Interesting Case |
Wednesday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |
| 4 |
Case Presentation |
Thursday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |
| 5 |
Group Discussion/ Theory classes |
Friday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |
| 6 |
Death Review/ Theory lecture |
Saturday |
9:30 am to 10:30 am |