- Dr. Nikhil Kumar
- Speciality: Interventional Cardiologists
- Designation: Director
- Education: MBBS, MD, DM Cardiology
- Experience: 44+ years
- Fortis Hospital Gurgaon
About Dr. Nikhil Kumar (200 words)
Dr. Nikhil Kumar is a distinguished interventional cardiologist with over 25 years of experience, recognized for his expertise in managing complex cardiac conditions. He is proficient in advanced procedures such as Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), Pacemaker and AICD implantation, Rotational Atherectomy (Rotablation), and complex coronary angioplasty. Dr. Kumar has received commendations from the Chief of Army Staff and General Officer Commanding in Chief for his significant contributions to cardiology. His extensive career includes both clinical and academic leadership roles.
Dr. Kumar holds an MBBS and MD from Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, and a DM in Cardiology from PGIMER, Chandigarh. He has served as Director of Cardiology at prominent hospitals, including Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurgaon, Metro Group of Hospitals in New Delhi, and Yashoda Super Specialty Hospitals in Ghaziabad. His vast experience covers interventional, non-invasive, preventive, and clinical cardiology. He has performed thousands of successful cardiac procedures, making him one of the top cardiologists in India. Additionally, Dr. Kumar has contributed to medical literature, publishing several papers in renowned national and international journals.
Areas of Expertise
- Complex Coronary Angioplasty: Expertise in treating challenging coronary blockages.
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT): Specializes in managing heart failure using CRT.
- Pacemaker and AICD Implantation: Proficient in implanting devices for cardiac arrhythmia management.
- Rotational Atherectomy (Rotablation): Skilled in performing this technique to treat calcified arteries.
- Renal, Peripheral, and Carotid Angioplasty: Expertise in angioplasty procedures beyond coronary intervention.
- Device Closure of Shunt Lesions: Experience in closing abnormal heart openings with specialized devices.
Work Experience
- Director of Cardiology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
- Director, Metro Group of Hospitals, New Delhi
- Director, Yashoda Super Specialty Hospitals, Ghaziabad
- Head of Cardiology, Army Hospital Research & Referral, New Delhi
Education
- MBBS, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
- MD (Medicine), Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
- DM (Cardiology), PGIMER, Chandigarh
