JP Nagar, Bangalore-78
+91 89046 66442 | 88822 61858
Morning: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Evening: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
JP Nagar, Bangalore-78
+91 89046 66442 | 88822 61858
Morning: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Evening: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Our mission at SRI HRIDAYAM HEART CARE CLINIC AND DIAGNOSTICS is to prevent, accurately diagnose, and effectively treat cardiovascular and heart rhythm disorders through advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based therapies. We are committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care, ensuring every patient receives focused attention and a treatment plan tailored to their individual needs.
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At SRI HRIDAYAM HEART CARE CLINIC AND DIAGNOSTICS, we are proud to begin our journey in delivering comprehensive and advanced cardiac care with precision and compassion. Led by Dr. Madhukara HM, MBBS, MD, DM, FICC, FSCAI — Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with over a decade of experience — our clinic is committed to accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and personalized heart care using modern diagnostic technology.
When a heart problem involves a blocked artery, reduced blood flow, or another condition that may require a minimally invasive procedure, consulting an experienced interventional cardiologist can be an important step.
If you are searching for an Interventional Cardiologist in Electronic City, Sri Hridayam Heart Care Clinic & Diagnostics provides specialist cardiac evaluation, advanced diagnostic testing, interventional cardiology, and long-term heart care for patients from Electronic City and surrounding areas of South Bangalore.
The clinic is led by Dr. Madhukara HM, MBBS, MD, DM, FICC, FSCAI, Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, with expertise in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular conditions and catheter-based cardiac procedures.
An interventional cardiologist specializes in minimally invasive procedures used to diagnose and treat certain heart and blood vessel conditions.
Unlike open-heart surgery, many interventional procedures are performed by guiding a thin catheter through a blood vessel to reach the heart or affected artery. Depending on the condition, the procedure may be used to identify a blockage, restore blood flow, or treat a specific structural or vascular problem.
Interventional cardiology may be considered when medication alone is not sufficient or when investigations indicate that a procedure could provide a better treatment option.
Not everyone with chest discomfort or high blood pressure requires an interventional procedure. However, certain symptoms and test results may require assessment by an interventional cardiologist.
You may be advised to seek specialist evaluation if you have:
Your cardiologist will first determine the cause and severity of the problem before deciding whether an intervention is necessary.
Sri Hridayam Heart Care provides access to several interventional cardiology procedures for appropriate patients. The treatment recommended depends on the individual’s diagnosis, symptoms, investigations, and overall health.
Coronary angiography is an imaging procedure used to examine the coronary arteries and identify narrowing or blockages.
A catheter is guided through a blood vessel and contrast dye is introduced into the coronary arteries. X-ray imaging then allows the cardiologist to assess blood flow and the location and severity of a blockage.
Depending on the findings, the cardiologist can determine whether medication, further evaluation, angioplasty, or another treatment approach is appropriate.
Coronary angioplasty, also called PCI or PTCA, is a minimally invasive procedure used to open a narrowed or blocked coronary artery.
A small balloon is used to widen the narrowed section of the artery and improve blood flow to the heart muscle. In suitable cases, a stent may also be placed to help keep the artery open.
The decision to perform angioplasty depends on factors such as the location and severity of the blockage, symptoms, heart function, and overall cardiovascular risk.
A drug-eluting stent is a small mesh tube designed to support an artery after angioplasty. It releases medication locally to help reduce the chance of the artery becoming narrowed again.
Patients who undergo stent placement require appropriate medication and follow-up care after the procedure.
During certain types of heart attacks, a coronary artery may become suddenly blocked. Primary angioplasty, or primary PCI, is an emergency treatment used to restore blood flow to the heart as quickly as possible.
Sudden severe chest pressure, sweating, breathlessness, fainting, or pain spreading to the arm, shoulder, back, neck, or jaw can indicate a cardiac emergency.
If you suspect a heart attack, do not wait for a routine cardiology appointment. Seek emergency medical care immediately.
Some coronary blockages are technically more challenging because of their location, extent, calcification, or the overall condition of the patient.
Complex or high-risk angioplasty requires careful assessment and procedural planning. Sri Hridayam Heart Care lists complex/high-risk angioplasty among its interventional cardiology services.
Interventional cardiology is not limited to the arteries supplying the heart.
Peripheral angiography can help evaluate narrowed or blocked blood vessels supplying areas such as the legs and other parts of the body. When appropriate, catheter-based intervention may be used to improve circulation.
Symptoms such as recurring leg pain while walking, cold feet, numbness, or poorly healing wounds may require evaluation for peripheral vascular disease.
Finding a blockage does not automatically mean that angioplasty is required.
Your cardiologist considers several factors before recommending an intervention, including:
This evaluation helps determine whether medication, lifestyle modification, angioplasty, bypass surgery, or another approach may be more appropriate.
Accurate diagnosis is an important part of interventional cardiology. Sri Hridayam Heart Care offers several cardiac diagnostic services, including ECG, 2D Echo with Doppler, TMT, Holter monitoring, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.
An ECG records the electrical activity of the heart and can help identify rhythm abnormalities, signs of reduced blood supply, and other cardiac changes.
An echocardiogram uses ultrasound to evaluate heart structure, pumping function, valves, and blood flow.
A treadmill stress test observes how the heart responds to physical activity and may help evaluate symptoms or suspected coronary artery disease.
Holter monitoring continuously records the heart rhythm for an extended period. It can be useful when symptoms such as palpitations occur intermittently and may not be captured during a routine ECG.
This test records blood pressure at regular intervals over an extended period, helping the cardiologist understand blood pressure patterns throughout the day.
An interventional cardiologist may evaluate and treat patients with a range of cardiovascular conditions, including:
Coronary artery disease occurs when plaque builds up within the arteries supplying blood to the heart. Depending on its severity, treatment may involve lifestyle changes, medication, angioplasty, stenting, or other interventions.
A heart attack occurs when blood flow to part of the heart muscle becomes severely reduced or blocked. In appropriate cases, emergency angioplasty can be used to restore blood flow.
Angina refers to chest discomfort caused by inadequate blood supply to the heart muscle. Persistent or worsening angina requires medical assessment to identify the underlying cause.
Peripheral arterial disease affects blood vessels outside the heart and can reduce circulation to the legs and other areas.
Some structural heart conditions may require specialist evaluation to determine whether medical treatment, catheter-based intervention, or surgery is appropriate.
Choosing an interventional cardiologist is not simply about finding someone who performs procedures. Good cardiac care begins with determining whether a procedure is actually needed.
At Sri Hridayam Heart Care, the approach combines:
Specialist interventional expertise: Dr. Madhukara HM is identified by the clinic as a Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with qualifications including MBBS, MD, DM, FICC and FSCAI.
Comprehensive cardiac evaluation: Diagnostic investigations such as ECG, echocardiography, TMT and Holter monitoring support the assessment of cardiac conditions.
Minimally invasive treatment options: The clinic provides interventional services including coronary angiography, angioplasty, drug-eluting stent placement and primary angioplasty for heart attack.
Preventive heart care: Managing blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes-related cardiovascular risk, and other risk factors is an important part of long-term heart health.
Continuity of care: Cardiac treatment does not end after a procedure. Follow-up, medication management, lifestyle changes, and monitoring remain important.
Successful angioplasty is only one part of managing coronary artery disease.
After an angioplasty or stent procedure, your cardiologist may recommend:
Never stop blood-thinning or other prescribed cardiac medication without discussing it with your doctor.
Patients searching for an interventional cardiologist near Electronic City may be looking for specialist care without travelling unnecessarily far across Bangalore.
Sri Hridayam Heart Care is located in JP Nagar and serves patients from Electronic City and other South Bangalore areas. The clinic’s location makes it accessible to patients travelling from parts of the Electronic City, Bannerghatta Road, JP Nagar, Jayanagar and surrounding corridors.
For patients who need an initial cardiac assessment, second opinion, diagnostic evaluation, or discussion about an angiography or angioplasty recommendation, a consultation can help clarify the next appropriate step.
No.
The presence of a coronary blockage does not automatically mean that angioplasty is the only treatment.
Depending on the patient’s symptoms, blockage characteristics, heart function, and overall risk, the cardiologist may recommend medication and lifestyle management, angioplasty, or referral for surgical treatment.
The objective should be to choose the treatment that provides the most appropriate benefit for the individual patient.
1. Who is an interventional cardiologist?
An interventional cardiologist is a heart specialist trained in catheter-based procedures used to diagnose and treat certain cardiovascular conditions. These include procedures such as coronary angiography, angioplasty and stent placement.
2. What is the difference between a cardiologist and an interventional cardiologist?
A cardiologist diagnoses and medically manages heart conditions. An interventional cardiologist has additional expertise in minimally invasive catheter-based procedures used for conditions such as blocked coronary arteries.
3. When is angioplasty recommended?
Angioplasty may be considered when a coronary artery is significantly narrowed or blocked and the patient’s symptoms, test results, or clinical situation indicate that restoring blood flow through PCI could be beneficial.
4. Is angioplasty the same as bypass surgery?
No. Angioplasty is a catheter-based procedure used to open a narrowed or blocked artery. Bypass surgery creates an alternative route for blood to reach the heart muscle. The appropriate treatment depends on the patient’s individual coronary anatomy and medical condition.
5. What tests are done before angioplasty?
Depending on the situation, the cardiologist may review an ECG, echocardiogram, TMT, blood investigations, and other cardiac imaging. Coronary angiography may be performed when direct assessment of the coronary arteries is required.
6. Can an interventional cardiologist treat a heart attack?
Yes. Primary angioplasty is an important emergency treatment for certain heart attacks caused by an acutely blocked coronary artery. Sri Hridayam Heart Care lists primary angioplasty for STEMI among its interventional services.
7. Where can I consult an interventional cardiologist near Electronic City?
Sri Hridayam Heart Care Clinic & Diagnostics is located in JP Nagar, Bengaluru, and serves patients from Electronic City and surrounding areas of South Bangalore. The clinic is led by Dr. Madhukara HM, Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist.
Chest pain, breathlessness, reduced exercise tolerance, or an abnormal cardiac test should not be ignored.
If you have been advised to undergo coronary angiography or angioplasty, or if you have been diagnosed with a coronary blockage, an experienced interventional cardiology consultation can help you understand your condition and available treatment options.
Sri Hridayam Heart Care provides cardiac diagnostics, interventional cardiology, preventive care, and long-term heart disease management for patients from Electronic City and South Bangalore.
For severe or sudden chest pain, breathlessness, sweating, collapse, or other possible heart-attack symptoms, seek emergency medical attention immediately rather than waiting for a clinic appointment.
Early diagnosis and timely intervention can prevent serious cardiac complications. Consult a qualified interventional cardiologist for precise evaluation and personalized treatment.
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Led by experienced experts, our team delivers advanced, evidence-based heart care with precision, integrity, and patient-focused commitment.
Our mission at SRI HRIDAYAM HEART CARE CLINIC AND DIAGNOSTICS is to prevent, accurately diagnose, and effectively treat cardiovascular and heart rhythm disorders through advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based therapies. We are committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care, ensuring every patient receives focused attention and a treatment plan tailored to their individual needs.
Early evaluation and timely intervention can make a critical difference. Book your consultation with Dr. Madhukara and receive expert, personalized cardiac care.
Expert diagnosis, prevention, and treatment for a wide range of cardiovascular conditions to support long-term heart health.
We offer a complete range of non-invasive cardiac diagnostic tests including ECG, 2D Echo & Doppler, TMT (Stress Test), Holter Monitoring, and Ambulatory BP Monitoring to accurately evaluate heart health and detect cardiac conditions at an early stage.
A quick and painless test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect rhythm problems and heart conditions.
An ultrasound-based imaging test that evaluates heart structure, pumping function, and blood flow through the heart valves.
A treadmill-based test that monitors heart performance during physical activity to detect blocked arteries and exercise-related heart issues.
A 24-hour continuous ECG recording that helps detect irregular heart rhythms during normal daily activities.
A portable device that measures blood pressure continuously over 24 hours to accurately diagnose hypertension and BP fluctuations.
Combines exercise and echocardiography to evaluate how well the heart functions under stress.
Cutting-edge cardiac expertise, rapid diagnostics, and compassionate care—because every heartbeat matters.
Real experiences from patients who trusted us with their heart health and recovery journey. Their confidence and positive outcomes reflect our commitment to expert, compassionate cardiac care.
A heart specialist — or cardiologist — has advanced training to diagnose and treat complex cardiac conditions including arrhythmias, heart failure, valvular disease, and coronary artery disease. They use specialised tools like echocardiography and Holter monitors and can prescribe cardiac-specific medications and interventional procedures.
You should see a heart specialist if you experience chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, dizziness, unexplained fatigue, or ankle swelling. You should also consult one if you have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or a strong family history of heart disease, even without symptoms.
Yes. Our cardiac specialist first rules out all cardiac causes of palpitations through ECG, Holter monitoring, and echo. If anxiety or non-cardiac causes are identified, we guide patients appropriately and, if needed, coordinate with mental health professionals. Accurate diagnosis is always the priority.
A cardiac stress test, or treadmill test, measures how your heart responds to exertion. It detects ischaemia (reduced blood flow) that may not appear at rest. Your heart specialist recommends it if you have exertional chest pain, unexplained breathlessness, or are at moderate to high cardiac risk.
A heart specialist (cardiologist) manages heart disease medically and performs non-surgical procedures like angioplasty. A cardiac surgeon performs open-heart surgeries like bypass grafting. Most heart patients are managed by a cardiologist, who refers to a cardiac surgeon only when surgery is truly necessary.
Many heart conditions — including angina, heart failure, arrhythmias, and mild valve disease — can be effectively managed with medications, lifestyle changes, and minimally invasive procedures. Our heart specialist in BTM Layout always explores all non-surgical options before considering surgical referral.
Bring all previous heart-related reports, including ECGs, echo reports, blood tests, and discharge summaries if applicable. Note down your symptoms, including when they started and what makes them better or worse. Also carry a complete list of current medications for our cardiac specialist to review.
