Dr. Praveer Aggarwal

BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Praveer Agarwal, Director Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi is a nationally renowned cardiologist who has contributed extensively to the growth, development and training in the field of Interventional Cardiology in India. He is dedicated to provide compassionate and comprehensive treatment with an aim to serve the community at large. He is one of the most versatile interventional cardiologists in India providing round the clock services, including timely management of acute heart attack patients by using various thrombectomy devices at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. He is an expert in treating all types of blockages in coronary arteries using all techniques (Rotational atherectomy, directional atherectomy, all types of Drug Eluting Stents, intravascular ultrasound, pressure wire) depending upon merits of blockages. He is also an expert in treating blockages in peripheral arteries (Carotids, subclavious, iliacs, renals and superficial femoral arteries) and abdominal aortic aneurysm using endovascular stent grafts. Dr. Agarwal has been a distinguished faculty member in various international and national meetings and conferences. He has published approximately 100 articles, reviews and abstracts in various national and international journals.

Qualification

MBBS
MD
DM

CERTIFICATIONS (2)

Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology – the Royal Perth Hospital, Australia
Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology – Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Rouen, France

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

Delhi Medical Council
Cardiological Society of India
Asia Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

More than 100 publications in prestigious national and international peer-reviewed medical journals testifies to the quality of his research.

PROCEDURES

AICD
Angioplasty PTCA
Aortic Valve Replacement
ASD Surgical Closure Open Surgery
Coronary Angiogram
Double Valve Replacement and CABG
Mitral Valve Replacement
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA)
Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
Renal Angioplasty
Tricuspid Valve Replacement
Vertebral Angioplasty
VSD Surgical Closure Open Surgery

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Praveer Aggarwal have?

Depending on the merits of the blockages, he is an expert in treating all sorts of coronary artery blockages utilizing all available techniques (including intravascular ultrasonography, pressure wire, directional atherectomy, rotational atherectomy, and all types of drug-eluting stents).

How many years of experience does Dr. Praveer Aggarwal have?

Having worked as a cardiologist for 31 years, Dr. Praveer Aggarwal has an extensive experience spanning 36 years.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries Dr. Praveer Aggarwal perform as a cardiologist?

Dr. Praveer Aggarwal is capable of performing following treatment procedures: Peripheral Angiography, Coronary Angiogram, Coronary Angioplasty / Bypass Surgery, Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, Cardiac Ablation, Cardiac Catheterisation, Cardioversion, Carotid Angioplasty And Stenting, Mitral/Heart Valve Replacement, CT Angiogram, Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (Icds), Pacemaker Implantation, Acute Aortic Dissection, Cardiac Rehabilitation etc.

Which hospital is Dr. Praveer Aggarwal affiliated with?

Dr. Praveer Aggarwal is currently serving at Fortis Escorts heart institute, Okhla, New Delhi, India. He holds the position of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR in Cardiology Department.

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