Brief About Dr. Savitri Shrivastava
Dr. Savitri Shrivastava is a highly experienced Pediatric Cardiologist based in New Delhi, India. With 59 years of expertise in the field, she has made significant contributions to the medical community. Her special interests lie in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Diseases, Echocardiography, and Non Coronary Interventions.
Dr. Shrivastava played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Indian Academy of Echocardiography, serving as its Founder President in 1995. Additionally, she founded the Paediatric Cardiac Society of India in 1998. Her efforts also led to the development of the Echocardiography section at AIIMS, New Delhi, which now stands on par with world-class Echocardiography laboratories.
In 1988, Dr. Shrivastava made a groundbreaking contribution to the medical field by describing the Balloon Dilation of the Atrial Septum for the first time worldwide. She also initiated non-coronary interventions at AIIMS, setting the stage for further advancements in the field.
Furthermore, Dr. Shrivastava successfully formulated a Paediatric cardiology-training program, which received approval from the National Medical Board. Her dedication and expertise in Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric and Congenital Heart Diseases, Echocardiography, and Non Coronary Interventions make her a highly respected figure in her field.