Dr Karthigesan A M

Dr. Karthigesan A M is a highly experienced Senior Consultant in Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with over 17 years of clinical experience. Dr. Karthigesan has authored several national publications and is well regarded for introducing latest cardiac electrophysiology practices in India.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS
• MD in General Medicine
• DNB in General Medicine
• DNB in Cardiology
• Fellowship in Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS), USA
• Certified Electrophysiology Specialist and Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (IBHRE, USA)

Professional Experience:

• Over 17 years of experience as a cardiologist and electrophysiologist.
• Specializes in cardiac pacing, electrophysiology, and advanced heart rhythm management.
• Currently serves as the Clinical Lead of the Department of Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai.
• International Experience:
• Completed Electrophysiology Observerships at:
  • Mayo Clinic, Rochester, USA
  • Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA
  • Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, USA
  • Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, USA
• Provides cutting-edge treatments for complex heart rhythm disorders and various cardiac conditions.
• Renowned for expertise in managing patients with advanced cardiac device therapies and arrhythmias.

Notable Achievements:

• Clinical Lead: Heads the Department of Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.
• Successfully treated numerous patients with complex arrhythmias and cardiac conditions using advanced techniques.
• Certified Cardiac Device and Electrophysiology Specialist, reflecting his expertise in the field.
• Recognized for contributing to advancements in cardiac electrophysiology and device-based therapies in India.
• Actively participates in professional forums, contributing to research and education in cardiology and electrophysiology.

Certifications:

• Certified in CRT and ICD Implantations from University Hospital ,Bangkok
• Certified in Leadless Pacemaker Insertion from Medtronic Hongkong.

Professional Memberships:

• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Medical Council of India
• Cardiological Society of India
• Indian Heart Rhythm Society
• European Heart Rhythm Association

Fellowships:

• Fellowship in Complex Arrhythmia Ablation from Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai, China

Awards:

• FHRS - Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society Awarded by Heart Rhythm Society, USA in Recognition of Advanced Training And Qualifications in the field of Cardiac Arrhythmia
• Clinical Excellence Award– Apollo Hospitals (2017)
• Clinical Excellence Award– Apollo Hospitals (Sep 2023 )

Research and Publication:

• MORE CRTP MPP Trial- Co Investigator (More Response on Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy with Multipoint Pacing)
• Monitoring in Haemodialysis [MID] Trial - Co Investigator
• ASSURE MRI Trial - Co Investigator
• MANDATE AF - Principle Investigator
• A Real – World, Prospective, Observational Study to evaluate the safety and Effectiveness of Rivaroxaban [Xarelto] for Prevention of Stroke and Systemic Embolism in Indian Patients with non – Valvular Atrial Fibrillation [NVAF] - Principle investigator
• Medtronic CRYO Global Registry- Principle Investigator
• Remote Monitoring Evaluation with Cardiac Implantable
• Devices in India- Principle Investigator  
• Murugesan Karthigesan, Shenthar Jayaprakash, Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia In A Patient With Inferior Vena Cava Anomaly. Indian Pacing Electrophysiology. J. 2009;9(4):214-218
• Murugesan Karthigesan, Shenthar Jayaprakash Electrocardiographic and electrophysiologic characteristics of Mahaim Tachycardia. 61st Annual Conference of Cardiological Society of India. Kochi Dec 2009  
• Karthigesan A M:  Complex atrial arrhythmia ablation- initial experience with carto 3 system. 63rd Annual Conference of Cardiological Society of India. Mumbai Dec 2011
• Karthigesan A M:  Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Left Atrial Flutter in a Patient with Mechanical Mitral Valve Prosthesis –66th Annual Conference of Cardiological Society of India. Hyderabad Dec 2014
• Karthigesan A M:  Idiopathic Frequent Premature ventricular contractions [PVC’s] and Non-sustained Ventricular tachycardia causing Tachycardiomyopathy-66th Annual Conference of Cardiological Society of India. Hyderabad Dec 2014