About Dr. Rupesh Kaushik

Dr. Rupesh Kaushik is a renowned interventional cardiologist with over 9 years of extensive experience and is known for his strong clinical expertise honed at some of India’s leading hospitals. He specializes in treating various heart conditions, including Blocked Arteries, Tachycardia, Angina, Bradycardia, Coronary Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Cardiac Arrhythmias.
Throughout his career, he has gained expertise in advanced cardiology procedures, including Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), Complex Angioplasty (Stenting), IVUS, OCT, Rotablation, FFR, Pacemaker and ICD insertion, Device Closures, and Cardiac and Peripheral Angiography. He is proficient in a range of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology procedures.
Dr. Rupesh is an esteemed member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI). He received the Young Investigator Award at the Kerala Heart Rhythm Society Annual Meeting and secured 2nd prize in the Interventional Cardiology Quiz at ICCK.

Dr. Rupesh Kaushik is a highly accomplished and sub-specialized cardiologist whose credentials demonstrate an exceptional commitment to advanced training and excellence in the field of interventional cardiology. His profile is distinguished by post-doctoral fellowship training and an international fellowship, marking him as an expert in complex coronary procedures.

Holding the position of Associate Director signifies a senior role where he is responsible for managing high-risk cases, mentoring fellow cardiologists, and contributing to the strategic and academic growth of the department. His additional qualifications suggest he is a key resource for the most advanced interventional techniques.

Decoding the Credentials:

• MBBS: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – The foundational medical degree.

• MD (Gen. Med.): Doctor of Medicine in General Medicine – Postgraduate specialization providing a strong foundation in internal medicine.

• DM (Cardiology): Doctorate of Medicine in Cardiology – The highest super-specialty degree in cardiology in India.

• PDF: Post-Doctoral Fellowship – This indicates advanced, sub-specialized training after completing his DM. This fellowship was likely in a focused area like Complex Coronary Interventions, Structural Heart Disease, or Peripheral Vascular Interventions.

• FSCAI: Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions – This is a prestigious international credential awarded to interventional cardiologists who have demonstrated exceptional expertise, commitment to patient care, and contributions to the field. It is based in the United States and signifies peer recognition on a global scale.

Areas of Specialization & Expertise:

His qualifications point to a deep expertise in:

• Complex Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting: Including left main, bifurcation, and chronic total occlusion (CTO) procedures.

• Primary Angioplasty: For acute heart attacks.

• Structural Heart Interventions: Such as ASD/VSD closure (though his PDF would specify this).

• Peripheral Angioplasty: Treating blockages in arteries of the legs, kidneys, etc.

• Cardiac Imaging: Advanced use of IVUS, OCT, or FFR to guide interventions.

Professional Role as Associate Director:

In this senior capacity, his responsibilities extend beyond clinical practice to include:

• Leading the interventional cardiology team for complex cases.

• Introducing and pioneering new techniques and technologies in the cath lab.

• Training and mentoring DM residents and fellows in interventional cardiology.

• Driving clinical research and contributing to academic publications.