Dr. K. Jaishankar is a highly esteemed Cardiac Surgeon and Electrophysiologist based in Chennai, India. With an impressive career spanning over 19 years, he has gained extensive expertise in various procedures, including 10,000 cath procedures and angioplasty. His areas of specialization include Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs), Pacemaker Implantation, Coronary Angiogram, and more. Dr. Jaishankar is affiliated with prestigious medical societies such as the cardiology society, the Indian Medical Association, the European Society of Cardiology, the Indian Heart Rhythm Society, and the Indian Academy of Medical Specialties.
He is well-versed in advanced techniques like carotid angioplasty, rotablation, directional coronary atherectomy, and transcatheter device closure of ASD, VSD & PDA. Additionally, he regularly performs procedures like CRT, CRT-D, and ICD device implants, utilizing 3-D advanced electroanatomical mapping techniques for the ablation of abnormal heart disturbances.
Dr. K. Jaishankar has also contributed significantly to the field through his research publications in both national and international journals. His special interests lie in treating conditions such as Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Valve Disease, Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting, Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, Heart Valve Repair, Heart Valve Replacement, Peripheral vascular disease, Stenting, and Angioplasty.