Overview
The Department of Adult Cardiology at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, brings together expert cardiologists, highly skilled clinicians, experienced paramedics, and state-of-the-art facilities to make world-class heart care accessible to all.
With dedicated facilities such as advanced cardiac catheterisation laboratories, a fully equipped coronary care unit, and specialised heart clinics for complex conditions, we deliver comprehensive, advanced cardiac care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Each year, we treat more than 50,000 patients with a wide range of congenital and acquired cardiac conditions — from common issues like high blood pressure and coronary artery disease to complex cases such as arrhythmias, heart failure, and structural heart and valvular diseases.
The Heart Command Centre, located within the coronary care unit, with its dedicated communication channels to mobile coronary care units, ensures that nothing is left to chance during patient transfers — even across state or national borders.
At Amrita, we combine innovative medical solutions, patient-focused care, and compassionate service to achieve the highest standards in cardiac treatment. This steadfast commitment to excellence has made Amrita Hospital, Kochi, one of India’s most trusted centres for cardiovascular care.
Specialisations
Our cardiology experts are trained across key subspecialties to provide focused care for a wide range of heart conditions, from managing risk factors like high blood pressure to treating complex conditions such as rhythm disorders, structural heart disease, and heart failure.
Why Choose Amrita Adult Cardiology?
At Amrita Hospital, Kochi, our adult cardiology department delivers advanced world-class cardiac care through unparalleled domain expertise, cutting-edge technology, and patient-centred approaches.
Unrivalled Cardiac Excellence
We keep setting new benchmarks in advanced cardiac care through seamless systems, clinical expertise, and pioneering achievements. Our department has redefined cardiac care in India by making advanced and life-saving treatments accessible to patients from across the country and beyond.
Our Achievements Include
- First Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) in Kerala
- First to introduce the “Heart Team” approach in the state
- First percutaneous Ventricular Septal Rupture (VSR) repair in Kerala
- First radial intervention program in the state
- First in India to launch a Daycare Angiogram via Radial Lounge
- Home to the largest hypertrophic cardiomyopathy repository in South-East Asia
- First Impella-assisted multivessel PCI in Kerala
- First Women’s Cardiac Centre in Kerala
- First TAVI procedure via the carotid approach in Kerala
- First Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL)–assisted TAVI in Kerala
- Established the country’s first dedicated Amyloidosis Centre
Advanced Cardiac Care Facilities
The Adult Cardiology Department at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, is equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic facilities to ensure timely, effective care, especially during cardiac emergencies.
Our state-of-the-art infrastructure, combined with patient-centred systems, enables us to deliver precise, high-quality cardiac care around the clock, making us a trusted destination for heart health, even across geographical boundaries.
Our facilities include:
- Twin-suite Siemens HICOR digital imaging cardiac catheterisation laboratories — among the largest-volume systems in India, fully networked for complex diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Dedicated 24-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU) — offers 1:1 critical care nursing, advanced life-support systems, and direct access to the Cath labs for rapid intervention.
- Heart Command Centre — located within the CCU and linked to mobile coronary care units, ensuring nothing is left to chance during emergency transfers, even across state or national borders.
- State-of-the-art non-invasive imaging suite – including 3-Tesla Cardiac MRI and multi-detector CT scanners for precise cardiovascular diagnosis.
- 24×7 cardiac emergency response system — with rapid transfer protocols and immediate access to emergency pacing (trans-venous and trans-thoracic) and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) support.
- Marfan & Aortic Disease Centre — offers integrated genetic testing and advanced surgical or interventional care for complex aortic disorders
24/7 Cardiac Emergency
Care Our cardiology team manages cardiac emergencies such as heart attacks, severe arrhythmias, and other life-threatening conditions with immediate expert care, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With round-the-clock access to advanced Cath labs, state-of-the-art diagnostics, and rapid interventions, we strive to reduce complications and support faster recovery during critical cardiac events.
Evidence-Based, World-Class Heart Care
At Amrita, we adhere to internationally recognised, evidence-based treatment protocols and clinical guidelines to deliver world-class cardiac care that is accessible to all.
Our standardised practices enable patients to receive the proper treatment and continuity of care without confusion or compromise, especially for international patients who undergo procedures here and continue follow-up in their home country.
Speciality Clinics for Chronic Heart Conditions
Chronic heart conditions are complex and demanding, often requiring regular monitoring, frequent medication adjustments, and a multidisciplinary approach, especially for patients with other health issues.
Our speciality clinics address these challenges through focused, expert care that helps patients control symptoms, prevent complications, and reduce hospital visits – allowing them to enjoy better health and greater independence.
Patient-Centred Cardiac Care
All our systems, procedures, and protocols are designed with a core focus on patient comfort and well-being. This approach ensures a seamless journey through every stage of cardiac care, from routine consultations to advanced procedures and cardiac rehabilitation.
We strive for the best possible outcomes through personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s condition, supported by multidisciplinary expertise whenever needed.
Diseases and Treatments
At Amrita Hospital, Kochi we combine expert care with advanced technology to provide accurate diagnosis and precise treatment for a broad range of heart and vascular conditions.
Speciality Clinics
Our speciality clinics provide focused care for specific heart conditions, supporting long-term health, reducing hospital visits, and improving quality of life.
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FAQs
If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeats (palpitations), high blood pressure, dizziness, or swelling in your legs,
ankles, or feet — or if you have a family history of heart disease — it's advisable to consult a cardiologist.
Compared to traditional open-heart surgery, these minimally invasive treatments offer several benefits, including reduced blood loss, shorter
hospital stays, faster recovery times, smaller incisions, and a lower risk of complications.
Both procedures aim to restore blood flow to the heart.
Angioplasty uses a small balloon and stent to open a clogged or narrowed artery and is performed by cardiologists.
In bypass surgery, cardiac surgeons create new routes or bypasses around blocked arteries using blood vessels taken from other parts of the
body, mainly from the leg. They do not repair the existing artery; instead, they reroute the blood flow through the newly created channel.
Not always.
In some cases, angioplasty may be a suitable alternative, especially for less complex blockages.
The choice between angioplasty and bypass surgery depends on several factors, and your treating doctor is the best person to decide what's right for you.
Coronary artery angioplasty is performed to open blocked arteries that supply blood to the heart.
Peripheral artery angioplasty is used to open blocked arteries outside the heart, most commonly in the legs, arms, kidneys, or neck.
Yes. With regular follow-ups and some basic precautions, most people can live a normal, active life after pacemaker implantation.
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Adult Cardiology
2nd Floor
G - Block Building
Phone: 0484- 285 5233, 7034028854
Email: cardiologymedicine@aims.amrita.edu































