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| Born | India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Cardiologist; Interventional cardiologist; Electrophysiologist |
| Education | MBBS, MD – Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University DM (Cardiology) – GSVM Medical College, Kanpur Advanced training – St. George’s Hospital, London |
| Professional Titles | Chairman – Cardiology MD, DM, FSCAI, FACC, FECS, FAPSIC, FRCP (Edin) |
| Current Position | Chairman – Cardiology Principal Director, Cardiac Sciences Chief of Cath Labs (Pan Max) |
| Organization | Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Known for | Interventional cardiology; electrophysiology; device therapy; TAVI/TAVR; structural heart interventions |
| Website | Official Website |
Dr. Viveka Kumar is an Indian cardiologist and specialist in interventional cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology, and structural heart therapy. He serves as the Chairman – Cardiology, as well as Principal Director, Cardiac Sciences and Chief of Cath Labs (Pan Max) at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket in New Delhi.
He is known for his expertise in high-risk coronary interventions, arrhythmia management, cardiac device therapy, and transcatheter valve replacement (TAVR/TMVR).
Early life and education
Dr. Kumar completed his MBBS and MD from the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University. He later obtained his DM in Cardiology from GSVM Medical College, Kanpur.
He underwent further specialised training at:
- St. George’s Hospital, London
- Advanced workshops in coronary intervention, electrophysiology, and structural heart disease
Career
With more than three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Kumar has performed over 50,000 cardiac procedures, including several high-risk and complex interventions.
At Max Healthcare, he holds the roles of:
- Chairman – Cardiology
- Principal Director, Cardiac Sciences
- Chief of Cath Labs (Pan Max)
Areas of specialisation
- Complex coronary interventions (CTO, bifurcation lesions, left main PCI)
- Electrophysiology studies and catheter ablations
- Leadless pacemakers, CRT devices, ICD implantation
- TAVR/TAVI and transcatheter mitral valve procedures
- Structural heart interventions – ASD, PFO, LAA closure
- Carotid and peripheral vascular interventions
He is among the first cardiologists in India to implant a subcutaneous ICD and is recognised for his expertise in leadless pacemaker therapy.
Academic and professional contributions
Dr. Kumar regularly participates as faculty at major international cardiology conferences, including:
- TCT
- EuroPCR
- India Live
- AICT
He performs live case demonstrations and trains cardiology fellows from India and abroad.
Research and publications
Dr. Kumar has authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to over 14 international multicentre clinical trials.
His research spans:
- Coronary intervention techniques
- Arrhythmia management
- Structural heart therapies
- Advances in device therapy
Humanitarian work
Dr. Kumar is actively involved in community cardiac care initiatives, including:
- Free heart screening camps
- Cardiology awareness programmes
- Rural and semi-urban cardiac outreach
He collaborates with NGOs and public health bodies to improve access to cardiovascular healthcare.
Awards and recognition
Dr. Kumar has been honoured with several awards, including:
- Chikitsa Ratna Award
- Vidya Ratna Award
- Dr. K. Sharan Cardiology Excellence Award
- Mithila Samman
- International Award of Excellence in Cardiology
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Special commendation by the Government of Iraq
He is a Fellow of:
- American College of Cardiology (FACC)
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI)
- European Society of Cardiology (FECS)
- APSIC and other professional societies
Personal life
Dr. Kumar lives in New Delhi and continues active involvement in clinical practice, teaching, research, and cardiac health advocacy.
See also
- Cardiology
- Interventional cardiology
- Electrophysiology
- Max Healthcare