Dr. Viveka Kumar

Specialist:        Cardiac Sciences
Experience:     29+years of experience
Hospital:          Max Super Specialist Hospital, Saket, New Delhi

Professional Highlights:

• Specializes in complex angioplasties, including multivessel, bifurcation, and left main angioplasties.
• Completed more than 7500 angioplasties and 2500 balloon valvotomy with excellent outcomes.
• Expertise in Structural Heart Disease procedures, including TAVI, TMVR, and LAA Occlusion.

Education & Training:

• St. George Hospital, London (UK) – Interventional Cardiology & EP
• Southampton University Hospital, Southampton (UK) – Interventional Cardiology & EP
• MBBS – Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
• MD – Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
• DM (Cardiology) – LPS Institute of Cardiology, Kanpur

Memberships:

• TAVI & Structural Heart Fellowship in USA & Europe, Denmark
• FSCAI – Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
• FACC – American College of Cardiology
• FESC – European Society of Cardiology
• FSAICS – Fellow of Southeast Asian Interventional Cardiology Society
• MHRS – Member of Heart Rhythm Society

Awards and Recognitions:

• Chikitsa Ratna Award, DMA
• Vidya Ratna Award, Kanpur University (2010)
• International Award of Excellence in Cardiology – Mysore
• Mithila Samman from Lt Shri Arun Jetely (Former Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs)
• Dr. K Sharan Cardiology Excellence Award by IMA
• LifeTime Achievement Award by Gastric Society of India

Expertise in Procedures:

• TAVI, Structural Heart Disease/ Valve
• Coronary Angioplasties – Complex Angioplasties including Multivessel, Bifurcation, and Left Main Angioplasties with Rota-Ablation, FFR, IVUS, OCT, IABP, IMPELLA devices
• Peripheral, Renal & Carotid Angioplasties
• EP Study & RF Ablation with 3D Mapping Valvuloplasty (BMV/ PAV)
• Pacemaker, AICD & Combo Implantation
• ASD & VSD Closure Devices
• Vascular Closures
• Leadless Pacemaker
• Subcutaneous ICD
• LAA Device Closure
• Aortic Stent Graft
• Hybrid Procedure
• Percutaneous Closure Device
• LVAD and Heart Transplant Team, ECMO

FAQS

1. Q: What is Dr. Viveka Kumar’s primary focus in cardiac interventions?

A: Dr. Viveka Kumar specializes in complex angioplasties, including multivessel, bifurcation, and left main angioplasties, with additional expertise in Structural Heart Disease procedures.

2. Q: How many cardiac interventions has Dr. Kumar performed, and what are some of the procedures he is experienced in?

A: Dr. Kumar has conducted over 50,000 cardiac interventions, including complex PCI, Rota, IVL, LMCA Stenting, Multi-vessel PCI, and Structural Heart Disease procedures such as TAVI, TMVR, and LAA Occlusion.

3. Q: Can you highlight Dr. Kumar’s achievements and awards in the field of cardiology?

A: Dr. Kumar has received prestigious awards, including the Chikitsa Ratna Award, Vidya Ratna Award, and the International Award of Excellence in Cardiology. He is also recognized for pioneering the first Subcutaneous AICD in India.

4. Q: What educational background and training does Dr. Viveka Kumar possesses?

A: Dr. Kumar holds degrees from renowned institutions, including St. George Hospital, London, Southampton University Hospital (UK), Banaras Hindu University, and LPS Institute of Cardiology, Kanpur.

5. Q: What memberships does Dr. Viveka Kumar is in professional societies related to cardiology?

A: Dr. Kumar is a member of prominent cardiology societies, including FSCAI, FACC, FESC, FSAICS, and MHRS, showcasing his commitment to staying at the forefront of advancements in the field.

6. Q: How does Dr. Kumar contributes to the training and development of medical professionals?

A: Dr. Kumar serves as a proctor for national and international training in various cardiology procedures, such as TAVI, Rota, IVUS, OCT, SICD, AICD’s, and Micra, demonstrating his dedication to knowledge sharing and skill development.