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Chairman – Batra Heart Centre
Prof. Upendra Kaul is a pioneer of interventional cardiology in India, currently heading the Batra Heart Centre. He has introduced coronary angioplasty, stenting and advanced cardiac interventions in India, and continues to lead high‑end cardiac care and clinical research at Batra Hospital. His practice covers coronary artery disease, heart failure, interventional procedures and device therapy.
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
Maulana Azad Medical College, 1975
Maulana Azad Medical College, 1978
FCSI, FACC, FICC, FSCAI etc., indicating membership of international cardiology bodies
Percutaneous coronary interventions for coronary artery disease
Techniques like atherectomy, laser‑based revascularization, complex angioplasty.
Management of chronic and acute cardiac conditions including heart failure and acute coronary syndromes
Electrophysiology interventions, long‑term cardiac care and preventive heart health outreach
Among the first in India to start coronary angioplasty and advanced interventional cardiology techniques.
Decades of practice, trained 400+ cardiologists and authored 400+ research papers.
Heads the academics and clinical research wing at Batra Hospital; leads multi‑centric trials.
Recipient of top honours like Padma Shri and Dr B. C. Roy Award, with memberships of major cardiology societies.
Civilian honour awarded by Government of India for contributions to medicine
National medical honour for excellence in medicine
Medtronic Award, CSI‑Searle Award, ICMR Scientific Awards etc.
Leads cardiology services at Batra Hospital
Heads academic and research activities at Batra Hospital
Held leading roles in cardiology professional organisations
Member of global cardiology bodies
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The Thallium Test, also known as a Nuclear Stress Test, assesses heart blood flow under stress and rest conditions. -br A small amount of radioactive tracer (thallium or technetium) is injected into the bloodstream. -br A gamma camera captures images to identify areas of reduced perfusion, helping diagnose coronary artery disease early and accurately.
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Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) is a non-surgical treatment that helps improve blood circulation to the heart. -br It involves wearing cuffs on the legs that inflate and deflate in sync with the heartbeat. -br This process boosts oxygen supply to the heart, reduces chest pain, and enhances exercise tolerance, especially in patients with chronic angina or heart failure.
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Holter Monitoring is a non-invasive ambulatory ECG test that records the heart’s electrical activity continuously for 24 hours (or longer) while the patient goes about normal activities. -br It detects episodic arrhythmias, pauses, or transient ischemic changes that a standard ECG might miss, helping clinicians tailor therapy accurately.
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The HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) is a compact, implantable mechanical pump that helps the heart circulate blood in patients with severe heart failure. -br It supports the left ventricle, easing symptoms and improving organ function. -br HVAD may serve as a bridge to transplant or as long-term support for patients ineligible for heart transplantation.
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Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT-D) combines a pacemaker and defibrillator to regulate the heartbeat. -br It coordinates the heart’s chambers, improving blood flow and preventing sudden cardiac arrest in patients with advanced heart failure.
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Fetal Echo (fetal echocardiography) is a specialized ultrasound exam that provides a high-resolution assessment of a fetus’s heart anatomy and function. -br It identifies structural or rhythm abnormalities before birth so parents and clinicians can plan delivery, postnatal care, or in-utero interventions where appropriate. -br Early detection improves outcomes by coordinating neonatal cardiac teams and timely therapy.
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) is a critical congenital heart defect in which the left ventricle, mitral valve, and aorta are underdeveloped. -br The condition prevents effective systemic blood flow, requiring urgent intervention after birth. -br Modern staged surgical approaches — Norwood, Glenn, and Fontan — have transformed outcomes, allowing survival into adulthood with lifelong care.
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Percutaneous Transvenous Mitral Commissurotomy (PTMC) is a catheter-based procedure used to treat mitral valve stenosis. -br By inserting a balloon catheter through a vein and inflating it within the mitral valve, the narrowed valve is widened, improving blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. -br It’s an effective option for patients who may not need open-heart surgery.
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Radiofrequency Ablation is a widely used technique to treat irregular heartbeats. -br By delivering radio waves through a catheter, it gently removes the tissue causing rhythm disturbance. -br The goal is to help the heart beat normally without lifelong medication.
Cardiology
An Intracardiac Electrophysiology Study (EPS) is a specialized test that maps the heart’s electrical activity. -br It helps identify the source of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and determine the best treatment — medication, ablation, or pacemaker implantation. -br The test involves inserting thin catheters through a vein into the heart for precise electrical measurement.
Extensive experience in clinical cardiology, interventional cardiac care, and management of complex heart diseases
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