Dr. Rahul Chowdary Kongara is an accomplished interventional cardiologist known for his commitment to delivering precise, ethical, and compassionate heart care. With a strong foundation in internal medicine and advanced training in interventional and structural cardiology, he blends technical excellence with a deep understanding of patient needs.

He recently pursued Fellowship in Adult Structural Heart Interventions at the University Heart Center, Medical University of Graz, Austria, where he refined his expertise in cutting-edge cardiac procedures including TAVI, Mitral and Tricuspid TEER, and Left Atrial Appendage (LAA) closures. His exposure to international cardiac care standards enables him to offer world-class treatment tailored to each individual.

Education and Training

• Fellowship in Adult Structural Heart Interventions – University Heart Center, Medical University of Graz, Austria (2024–2025)

• FNB in Interventional Cardiology – The Madras Medical Mission Hospital, Chennai (2022–2024)

• DM in Cardiology – Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai (2018–2021)

• MD in Internal Medicine – Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai (2015–2018)

• MBBS – Guntur Medical College, Guntur (2008–2014)

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Rahul specializes in a comprehensive range of cardiovascular treatments, with special focus on:

• Complex coronary artery interventions (radial & femoral route)

• Adult Structural Heart Interventions (TAVI, Mitral & Tricuspid TEER, LAA closures)

• Pacemaker implantation and electrophysiology support

• Peripheral and renal angioplasties

• Imaging-guided interventions (IVUS, OCT, FFR)

• Management of acute coronary syndromes and heart failure

He has independently performed over 500 angioplasties and 2,500+ diagnostic angiograms, along with extensive experience in TAVI and mitral valve interventions during his fellowship.

Clinical Approach

Dr. Rahul believes that true cardiac care goes beyond procedures — it lies in guiding patients with clarity, empathy, and personalized treatment. His approach integrates:

• Preventive cardiology and lifestyle modification

• Precision-based interventional decision-making

• Collaborative care with multidisciplinary cardiac teams

• Thorough patient counseling before and after interventions

His philosophy combines technical mastery with emotional intelligence, ensuring patients feel supported throughout their recovery journey.

Research and Publications

Dr. Rahul has been actively involved in clinical research focused on interventional and structural cardiology. His work contributes to improving procedural safety and advancing techniques in complex coronary interventions.

• Procedural Safety and Long-Term Clinical Outcomes in Patients Receiving Ultra-Long Everolimus-Eluting Stent: A Single-Center Real-World Experience

  Nagendra Boopathy Senguttuvan, Rahul Kongara, et al.

  Cardiology Research, doi.org/10.14740/cr1357

• Safety and Efficacy of OPN Balloon in Patients with Calcified Coronary Artery Disease

  Nagendra Boopathy Senguttuvan, Rahul Kongara, et al.

  Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine, doi:10.1016/j.carrev.2023.02.018 (Epub 2023 Feb 23)

Why Choose Dr. Rahul Chowdary at YUTI Clinics?

• Globally trained cardiologist with expertise in both coronary and structural interventions

• Committed to ethical, evidence-based, and affordable cardiac care

• Strong academic background with contributions to research and teaching

• Dedicated to early detection, prevention, and long-term patient well-being