Best Heart Doctors in Bangalore | Cardiology Specialists

Looking for a heart doctor or heart specialist? A cardiologist is the medical term for a heart doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions like chest pain, heart attacks, blocked arteries, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure and heart failure. If you or a family member has been experiencing chest pain, breathlessness or any heart-related concern, a cardiologist is the right doctor to see. In India, a qualified heart specialist typically holds MBBS, MD (General Medicine) and DM (Cardiology). When choosing a heart doctor, look for hospital affiliation with a cardiac catheterisation lab and ask whether the doctor is an interventional specialist, meaning one who performs procedures like angioplasty.

Bangalore combines a strong public healthcare system with a rapidly growing private medical sector. The city's cosmopolitan character, large working population and technology-driven culture have driven demand for specialist care across virtually every field of medicine. Bangalore is also a hub for medical research, with several leading institutions contributing to clinical innovation.

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Dr. Bagi

Cardiology

Angioplasty

Bangalore Dr Bagi Heart Centre

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Dr. K S Kishore

Cardiology

Bangalore Sagar Hospitals

Bangalore Apollo - United Heart Centre

Bangalore Fortis Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a heart doctor and a heart surgeon?

A heart doctor (cardiologist) diagnoses and manages heart conditions using medication and non-surgical procedures like angioplasty and stenting. A heart surgeon (cardiac surgeon) performs open-heart surgery including bypass and valve replacement. Most patients with heart problems are first seen by a cardiologist, who refers to a surgeon only when an operation is needed.

What qualifications should a heart specialist in India have?

A qualified heart doctor in India holds MBBS, MD (General Medicine) and DM (Cardiology), which is the highest qualification for a cardiologist. Some heart specialists also hold DNB (Cardiology) or international fellowships from bodies like the American College of Cardiology.

How many cardiology specialists are listed in Bangalore on Medosist?

Medosist currently lists 8 cardiology specialists in Bangalore. All profiles are editorially reviewed and include qualifications, hospital affiliation and years of experience.