Dr. Virbhan Balai is a Interventional Cardiologist at Manipal Hospital with more than 15 years of experience in treating patients with heart problems. He focuses on diagnosing and treating heart conditions using modern, non-surgical techniques that help patients recover faster and return to their daily lives sooner.
He has received advanced medical training from some of the best hospitals in New Delhi. After completing his MBBS and MD, he went on to specialize in cardiology and interventional heart procedures, which means he is trained to treat blocked arteries, heart attacks, and other serious heart conditions using small tubes and devices rather than open surgery.
Dr. Balai specializes in angioplasty, heart attack treatment, valve procedures, pacemakers, and rhythm disorders. He also performs advanced procedures like TAVR, MitraClip, congenital heart defect closures, and treatments for blood vessel blockages outside the heart. He is skilled in using life-support devices such as ECMO and IABP for critically ill patients.
He is a respected member of many Indian and international heart societies and was honored with the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Health Award in 2023. Patients value Dr. Balai for his calm approach, clear explanations, and dedication to providing safe, effective, and up-to-date heart care.