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Meet Dr. Bhishma Chowdary
& the Cardiac Team

Exceptional cardiac care is never the work of one person alone. At AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Dr. Bhishma Chowdary is supported by a dedicated team of experienced cath lab technicians, cardiac nurses, and patient care staff — each specialist in their role, each committed to the same standard of precision and compassion that guides every procedure.

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, AIG Hospitals Hyderabad

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary

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Dr. Bhishma Chowdary, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, AIG Hospitals Hyderabad

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary Donepudi

  • Speciality:

    Sr. Cardiologist

  • Skills:

    Heart Surgeon, Best Cardiologist

  • Experience :

    13 Years

  • Email:

    bhishmachowdary@gmail.com

  • Phone:

    +91-9000352998

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary Donepudi

Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
— AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary Donepudi is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, with 13+ years of clinical experience and over 1,000 interventional procedures to his name. He holds a DM in Cardiology from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi — one of India's premier cardiac training programmes — and has presented original research at leading international cardiology conferences including SCAI SHOCK, TCTAP, India Live, and CSI.

His clinical focus is on complex coronary and structural heart interventions that require specific expertise beyond general cardiology — procedures that make a meaningful difference for patients who have been told their heart condition cannot be treated, or who face conditions that carry high procedural risk without specialist support.

Qualifications

DM Cardiology Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi (2016–2019)
MD Internal Medicine NRI Academy of Medical Sciences, Guntur
MBBS With 12-month internship across surgical, medical and community health postings

Clinical expertise

  • Complex coronary intervention — CTO-PCI (antegrade and retrograde), left main PCI, calcific PCI with rotational atherectomy and LASER angioplasty, bifurcation stenting
  • Intravascular imaging — IVUS and OCT guided angioplasty, used routinely for stent optimisation
  • Coronary physiology — FFR, RFR, IFR for functional assessment of borderline lesions
  • Structural heart — TAVR / TAVI, MitraClip, transcatheter mitral valve-in-valve, ASD device closure
  • Mechanical circulatory support — IABP, Impella, ECMO; hands-on ECPella experience for Stage E cardiogenic shock
  • Large-bore vascular access and closure — ultrasound-guided access, Angioseal, Perclose
  • Advanced echocardiography — transthoracic strain imaging, transesophageal echocardiography

Clinical expertise

  • ECPella for Stage E Cardiogenic Shock — SCAI SHOCK (USA)
  • Transcatheter Mitral Valve-in-Valve in Degenerated Bioprosthesis — TCTAP (Seoul)
  • Left Main Primary PCI: The Great Escape When All Roads Are Closed — India Live
  • Complex Calcific PCI — Complex PCI Conference
  • Angioplasty from Jaws of Surgery — CSI
  • CMR Predictors of Outcomes in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy — EUROCMR (Italy)
  • CathLab Nightmare Managed Meticulously — CHIP

Languages

Fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu — consultations available in all three languages.

Contact and appointments

Call: +91-9000352998

Email: bhishmachowdary@gmail.com

Location: AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad — 500032

Clinic hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The team behind every procedure

Every cardiac intervention at AIG Hospitals is a team effort. The outcomes patients experience are shaped as much by the nurses and technicians at the procedure table as by the cardiologist performing it. Dr. Bhishma Chowdary works with a core group of experienced cardiac professionals who bring clinical depth, technical skill, and genuine care to every case.

Senior Cath Lab Technicians

Our senior cath lab technicians have years of experience supporting complex coronary and structural heart interventions at AIG Hospitals. They are skilled in all aspects of cardiac catheterisation laboratory operation — X-ray equipment management, contrast injection, haemodynamic monitoring, intravascular imaging (IVUS, OCT), and rapid response during high-risk cases. Their familiarity with Dr. Bhishma Chowdary's approach to complex PCI, TAVR, and ECPella procedures means every case runs with precision and efficiency.

Cath Lab Nurses

The cath lab nursing team manages patient preparation, sedation monitoring, sterile field maintenance, and post-procedure recovery for every catheterisation and intervention performed. Their calm, professional presence is something patients consistently remark on — reducing anxiety before complex procedures and ensuring a smooth transition to ward-based care afterwards.

Cardiac nursing team

Cardiac Ward Nurses

AIG Hospitals' cardiac ward nursing team provides round-the-clock care for patients recovering from angioplasty, TAVR, pacemaker implantation, and other cardiac procedures. They monitor ECG traces, manage anticoagulation protocols, recognise early signs of complications, and are the first point of contact for patients and families throughout the inpatient stay. Their clinical competence and approachability make a significant difference to patient outcomes and experience.

Patient care and coordination

Patient Care Coordinators

Our patient care coordinators manage appointment scheduling, pre-procedure preparation guidance, insurance coordination, and follow-up reminders. For patients travelling from outside Hyderabad — from Warangal, Kurnool, Vijayawada, or Maharashtra — they assist with practical arrangements including admission planning. They are available at +91-9000352998 during clinic hours.

The wider AIG Hospitals cardiac team

Dr. Bhishma Chowdary's work at AIG Hospitals is supported by a broader multidisciplinary infrastructure that is available for every patient:

Cardiac surgery team On-site cardiac surgeons provide surgical backup for all complex interventional cases — an essential safety requirement for CTO-PCI, TAVR, and high-risk structural heart procedures. The heart team review process for complex cases involves joint discussion between interventional cardiology and cardiac surgery before any procedure.
Cardiac imaging specialists Dedicated echocardiographers and cardiac imaging physicians support pre-procedure planning, intraoperative guidance (transesophageal echocardiography during TAVR and ASD closure), and post-procedure assessment.
Cardiac intensivists and ICU AIG Hospitals' cardiac ICU is staffed around the clock by intensivists experienced in managing post-procedure complications, cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support, and complex arrhythmias.
Cardiac anaesthesia team Specialist cardiac anaesthesiologists support general anaesthesia cases — including TAVR under general anaesthesia, complex structural heart procedures, and high-risk patients requiring anaesthetic cover during catheter-based interventions.
Cardiac rehabilitation team Physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists work with patients recovering from heart attacks, angioplasty, and cardiac surgery to rebuild exercise capacity and reduce long-term cardiovascular risk.
Pharmacists and dietitians Specialist pharmacists review complex cardiac medication regimens — particularly dual antiplatelet therapy, anticoagulation, and heart failure polypharmacy. Dietitians provide personalised cardiac nutrition advice for patients with diabetes, obesity, and dyslipidaemia.

Why the team matters as much as the technology

The outcomes patients experience from cardiac intervention depend on more than the skill of the operating cardiologist or the quality of the equipment. The team that prepares the patient, assists during the procedure, monitors for complications, and supports recovery in the hours and days that follow plays an equally critical role.

At AIG Hospitals, this team has been built deliberately — experienced, competent, and genuinely invested in patient outcomes. When Dr. Bhishma Chowdary takes on a complex CTO-PCI lasting three hours, or a TAVR with transesophageal echocardiographic guidance, or an emergency ECPella case in the middle of the night, the team around him makes the difference between a smooth procedure and a complicated one.

What patients tell us

The feedback Dr. Bhishma Chowdary's team receives most consistently is not just about the technical outcome of the procedure — it is about feeling informed, cared for, and not afraid. Patients from across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh travel specifically to AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli because they trust both the cardiologist and the team supporting him.

Book an appointment

To consult Dr. Bhishma Chowdary or to speak with our patient care team about an upcoming procedure or referral:

Call: +91-9000352998

Email: bhishmachowdary@gmail.com

Location: AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad — 500032

Clinic hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM