Dr. A. V. Ganesh Kumar is a highly experienced cardiologist with over 25 years of expertise in treating heart conditions. He has served as the Director of the Cardiac Heart Centre at Hiranandani Hospital and is known for his patient-friendly approach. He completed his MBBS from Seth G. S. Medical College, followed by an MD in General Medicine from KEM Hospital, Mumbai, and later earned his DNB in Cardiology.
He specializes in advanced heart procedures such as coronary angioplasty, CTO angioplasty, LMCA interventions, and coronary angiograms. Dr. Kumar is particularly skilled in interventional cardiology, where he performs minimally invasive procedures to treat blocked arteries and improve heart function. He also provides detailed heart consultations and uses modern imaging techniques like CT coronary angiography for accurate diagnosis.
Dr. Kumar is an active member of reputed organizations like the American College of Cardiology and the Indian Medical Association. He has contributed significantly to medical research and has been part of groundbreaking work, including being on one of the first teams in the world to use robotics in angioplasty procedures. He has also played a key role in introducing global registries like the PINNACLE Registry in India.
Over the years, he has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions to cardiology. Some of his notable achievements include the DP Basu Award, the Best Resident Award at KEM Hospital, and the Dr. Ivan Pinto Gold Medal. He has also been honored with the Bharatiya Shiromani Puraskar for his efforts in enhancing India’s image in the medical field.
