- Speciality: Cardiologist
- Education: MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FAMS, FESC, FRCP (Edinburgh.), FICA (USA),
- Experience: 40+ years
- Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
About: Dr. Prof Sanjay Tyagi
Dr. Prof Sanjay Tyagi is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist with nearly 40 years of experience. Known for pioneering coronary and vascular interventions, he has introduced several innovative non-surgical techniques in India, such as renal and aorta angioplasty. Additionally, he specializes in advanced Pacemaker, ICD, and CRTD Implantation. Currently, he serves as Clinical Director of Cardiology at Apollo Hospitals Group and Senior Consultant at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. Notably, he has developed groundbreaking techniques for treating aortic coarctation and Takayasu arteritis. Furthermore, he has held significant academic roles, including Head of Cardiology at G B Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research. His accomplishments include the Dr. B C Roy National Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cardiological Society of India. Dr. Tyagi has also published over 300 articles in leading medical journals, showcasing his extensive research and expertise.
Professional Summary
- Position: Clinical Director, Cardiology at Apollo Hospitals Group & Senior Consultant Cardiology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
- Previous Roles: Head of Cardiology, G B Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research; Medical Director, G B Pant IPGMER; Dean, Maulana Azad Medical College
Experience
- Interventional Techniques: Pioneered renal, aorta, and peripheral angioplasty. Additionally, introduced endovascular bypass for aortic aneurysms, uterine artery embolization, and renal denervation.
- Specializations: Advanced Pacemaker, ICD & CRTD Implantation
Teaching Experience
- Faculty: Department of Cardiology, G B Pant IPGMER
- Teaching Duration: 39 years for undergraduates and 36 years for postgraduates
Awards and Achievements
- Dr. B C Roy National Award (2008)
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Cardiological Society of India (2020)
Research
- Publications: Over 300 articles in peer-reviewed journals, including Circulation and American Heart Journal
- Authorship: 40 chapters in medical textbooks
