Dr. Jayakeerthi Yoganarasimha Rao Consultant Cardiology, Electrophysiology & Heart Failure
Years of Experience : 25
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Languages Known : English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam
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Dr. Jayakeerthi Rao is a highly experienced and dedicated Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist committed to providing exceptional cardiac care. With a strong foundation in general medicine and a passion for advancing the field of cardiology, Dr. Jayakeerthi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. To further enhance his skills and offer his patients the most cutting-edge treatments, Dr. Jayakeerthi undertook advanced post-graduate training in specialized areas of cardiology. He earned post-graduate qualifications in cardiac electrophysiology and pacing from UZ Brussels, Belgium, and in heart failure from the prestigious University of Zurich, Switzerland. These experiences provided him with invaluable insights into the latest advancements and techniques in these critical fields. Drawing upon his extensive experience working in renowned hospitals across India, Dr. Jayakeerthi has developed exceptional skills in a wide range of cardiac interventions. He possesses particular prowess in complex coronary interventions, interventional electrophysiology (including the management of heart rhythm disorders), and performs several niche procedures.
Awards & Achievements
- ECES-EHRA Certification in Cardiac Electrophysiology
- HFA Certified in Heart Failure
- Transplant and Assist Device Observership from German Heart Institute, Berlin
Research & Publications
- Cryoballoon ablation as index procedure for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation: long-term results from a single center early experience.
- Retrograde trans bioprosthetic aortic valve HIS ablation
- Premature ventricular contractions from the outflow tract: two sides of the same coin!
- A look into Lee’s score: perioperative cardiovascular risk assessment in non-cardiac surgeries; usefulness of revised cardiac risk index
- A rare complication of Myocardial Infarction - a new sign – a case report and literature review
- Cardiac Manifestation of Lymphoma- a case report and literature review
Education & Training
- MBBS- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India
- MD (General Medicine) - Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India
- DM (Cardiology) - St John’s Medical College, Bangalore, India
- PCEP- Postgraduation in Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing- UZ Brussels, Belgium
- PCHF- Postgraduate Course in Heart Failure- University of Zurich, Switzerland
- Transplant and Assist Device Observership- German Heart Institute, Berlin, Germany
Expertise
- Complex angioplasties using IVUS/OCT/FFR/ Atherectomy/IVL
- Electrophysiologic Study
- Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
- Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation
- Pacemaker, Defibrillator and Heart Failure Device implantation
- Physiologic pacing for the heart
- Renal denervation
- Cryoballon ablation and Pulsed Field Ablation
- Micra leadless pacemaker implantation
- Subcutaneous & Extravascular Defibrillator implantation / follow up
- Cardiac Biopsy- for Cardiomyopathy evaluation and peri-transplant follow up
- IVC filter placement and retrieval
- Expertise in Pacemaker Lead extraction using manual tools.
Certification
- CCDS- Certified Cardiac Device Specialist by the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners
- ECES- EHRA Certification in Cardiac Electrophysiology
- HFA Certified in Heart Failure
Membership
- Cardiology Society of India (CSI)
- Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
- European Heart Faiure Association (HFA)
- European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA)
Blogs
Rare Vascular Condition Successfully Treated: Cystic Adventitial Disease of the Popliteal Artery
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Six-Year Retention of Ureteral Stent Leads to Complex Surgical Challenge
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Life-Saving Intervention: Multidisciplinary Approach Saves Toddler Who Swallowed 17 Magnets
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