Cardiology
Consultant Cardiologist16 Years of Overall Medical Experience, 8+ Years of Experience in Cardiology, Performed 5,000+ Cardiac Procedures
Terna hospital
Navi Mumbai
Dr. Rahul Chalwade is an experienced Interventional Cardiologist in Navi Mumbai with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, heart failure, hypertension, heart rhythm disorders and valvular heart disease.
His clinical expertise includes coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, valvuloplasty, structural heart interventions and preventive cardiology.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade completed his MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai, followed by MD in Medicine from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur. He subsequently completed DM in Cardiology from PGIMER and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi.
He also holds professional credentials including FSCAI and AFESC and is associated with professional cardiology organisations including the Cardiological Society of India, European Society of Cardiology and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade has performed more than 5,000 cardiac procedures, including coronary angiography, angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, valvuloplasty and device closure procedures.
His approach to cardiac care focuses on evaluating each patient's complete cardiovascular profile before recommending medical treatment, catheter-based intervention or long-term preventive management.
His areas of interest also include heart failure management, arrhythmia evaluation, hypertension control, lipid management and preventive cardiology for patients at increased cardiovascular risk.
Patients with chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, high blood pressure or known heart disease can consult Dr. Rahul Chalwade for Cardiology and heart treatment at Medpas Health.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade holds MBBS, MD in Medicine and DM in Cardiology qualifications. He also holds FSCAI and AFESC professional credentials and has advanced training in Interventional Cardiology.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade's areas of expertise include Interventional Cardiology, Coronary Angiography, Coronary Angioplasty, Pacemaker Implantation, Valvuloplasty, Heart Failure Management, Hypertension Treatment, Arrhythmia Management, Preventive Cardiology, Lipid Management and structural heart interventions.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade provides comprehensive Cardiology and heart treatment for coronary artery disease, hypertension, heart failure, rhythm disorders and structural heart conditions.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade performs coronary angiography to identify narrowing or blockages in the arteries supplying blood to the heart and determine whether further intervention is required.
He performs coronary angioplasty for selected patients with significant coronary artery blockages using balloon dilation and stent placement to improve blood flow to the heart.
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty is performed for selected coronary artery disease patients who require catheter-based treatment for narrowed or blocked heart arteries.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade provides pacemaker implantation for selected patients with slow or abnormal heart rhythms requiring electrical support to maintain an appropriate heart rate.
He performs catheter-based valvuloplasty for selected patients with narrowed heart valves where balloon treatment is considered clinically appropriate.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade evaluates and manages heart failure using appropriate medication, risk-factor control, diagnostic testing and advanced cardiac treatment based on disease severity.
He provides evaluation and long-term treatment for high blood pressure, including medication optimisation, cardiovascular risk assessment and lifestyle guidance.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade evaluates palpitations and abnormal heart rhythms using appropriate cardiac investigations and recommends medical or device-based treatment where required.
He evaluates conditions affecting the heart valves and recommends medication, catheter-based treatment or surgical referral depending on the severity and type of valve disease.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade provides catheter-based device closure for selected atrial septal defects where the anatomy is suitable for minimally invasive treatment.
Selected ventricular septal defects may be treated using device-closure techniques following detailed cardiac assessment and appropriate clinical evaluation.
He provides preventive cardiac assessment for patients with cardiovascular risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, abnormal cholesterol levels, obesity and family history of heart disease.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade evaluates abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels and provides treatment aimed at reducing long-term cardiovascular risk.
He evaluates chest discomfort to determine whether symptoms may be related to coronary artery disease or other cardiac causes and recommends appropriate investigations.
For comprehensive heart evaluation and interventional cardiac care, visit the Cardiology speciality at Medpas Health.
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FSCAI, AFESC
Coronary Angioplasty, Structural Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Cardiac Transplant Care
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Rahul Chalwade
Dr. Rahul Chalwade advises seeking evaluation for chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, or discomfort radiating to the arm, jaw, or back.
Dr. Rahul Chalwade notes that most patients return to normal activities within a few days, though long-term lifestyle changes remain essential.
His UMC Hospitals profile states that he has performed more than 5,000 cardiac procedures.
Yes. He performs coronary angiography to diagnose significant narrowing or blockage in the coronary arteries.
Yes. Pacemaker implantation is included among his listed interventional cardiology procedures.
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