Cardiology
Consultant Cardiologist35 years
Fortis Hospitals
Kolkata
Dr. Soumitra Kumar is an experienced Consultant Cardiologist specializing in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology at Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata, West Bengal. His official Fortis Healthcare profile lists 35 years of professional experience. He has a clinical background in diagnosing and managing cardiovascular diseases, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiac rhythm disorders and other heart-related conditions.
Dr. Soumitra Kumar completed his MBBS from Medical College, Kolkata, followed by an MD in General Medicine and a DM in Cardiology from Calcutta University. He has also received professional exposure to interventional cardiology at St. Mary's Hospital, London. His professional credentials include FESC, FSCAI, FICC and FICP, reflecting fellowship recognition from cardiology and physician organizations.
His clinical expertise includes interventional cardiology procedures such as coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty and cardiac catheterisation. These procedures play an important role in diagnosing and treating coronary artery disease and selected cardiovascular conditions. Coronary angiography helps identify narrowing or blockages in coronary arteries, while angioplasty may be used to restore blood flow through affected vessels when clinically appropriate.
In addition to coronary interventions, Dr. Kumar's documented areas of practice include heart failure, cardiomyopathy, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias and peripheral artery disease. His diagnostic cardiology services include electrocardiography, echocardiography, Holter monitoring and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. These investigations help clinicians assess cardiac function, identify abnormalities and develop individualized management plans.
Dr. Soumitra Kumar has held consultant positions at several healthcare institutions in Kolkata, including Peerless Hospital, AMRI Hospital Salt Lake and Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences. His professional background also includes academic contributions to cardiology education, research and medical publications. Supplementary professional information identifies previous leadership roles in the Cardiological Society of India and the Indian Academy of Echocardiography.
Dr. Soumitra Kumar is associated with Fortis Hospital Anandapur and is additionally listed at Dr. Soumitra Kumar Cardiac Clinic in Ballygunge, Kolkata. His reported language proficiency includes English, Hindi and Bengali. Patients seeking consultation for coronary artery disease, interventional cardiac procedures or ongoing cardiovascular conditions can contact the relevant facility to confirm his current appointment schedule and treatment availability.
Coronary angiography is a diagnostic procedure used to examine blood flow through the coronary arteries. A catheter is introduced into a blood vessel, and contrast dye is used with X-ray imaging to identify narrowing or blockages. It helps cardiologists evaluate coronary artery disease and determine whether medication or an intervention is appropriate.
Coronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to improve blood flow through narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. A balloon catheter is positioned at the affected area and inflated to widen the vessel. A coronary stent is often placed to help maintain blood flow and reduce the likelihood of recurrent narrowing.
Percutaneous coronary intervention is a catheter-based treatment for selected coronary artery blockages. It commonly involves balloon angioplasty and stent implantation. PCI may be performed during certain heart attacks or for significant coronary narrowing when clinically indicated. Treatment decisions depend on symptoms, coronary anatomy and the patient's overall cardiovascular condition.
Complex coronary interventions address challenging coronary artery disease, including selected heavily calcified, branching or chronically occluded vessels. Treatment may require specialized wires, balloons, imaging techniques and stents. The approach depends on coronary anatomy, procedural risk and expected clinical benefit. Not every complex blockage requires or is suitable for catheter-based intervention.
Cardiac catheterisation involves introducing a thin flexible tube into the heart or blood vessels to evaluate cardiovascular conditions. Depending on the procedure, it may assess blood pressure, coronary circulation or heart function. It can also provide access for certain treatments. The type of catheterisation is selected according to the patient's clinical needs.
Coronary artery disease develops when plaque accumulates within arteries supplying blood to the heart muscle. Management may involve cholesterol-lowering medication, blood pressure control, lifestyle changes and antiplatelet therapy when indicated. Some patients require angioplasty or bypass surgery. Treatment selection depends on symptoms, disease severity and cardiovascular risk.
Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump blood or fill effectively enough to meet the body's needs. Symptoms may include breathlessness, fatigue and fluid retention. Treatment can involve medication, management of underlying causes, lifestyle guidance and selected cardiac devices. Regular assessment helps monitor symptoms, heart function and treatment response.
Cardiomyopathy refers to diseases affecting the structure or function of the heart muscle. Some forms cause reduced pumping ability, abnormal heart rhythms or heart failure. Evaluation may include ECG, echocardiography and other investigations. Treatment varies according to the type, underlying cause, symptoms and risk of complications.
Cardiac arrhythmias are abnormalities in the heart's rhythm, which may cause palpitations, dizziness, fainting or other symptoms. Assessment can involve an ECG, Holter monitoring and additional cardiac tests. Management may include medication, monitoring or referral for specialized procedures depending on the rhythm disorder and associated clinical risks.
Hypertension is persistently elevated blood pressure that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and kidney complications. Management includes accurate blood pressure measurement, assessment of cardiovascular risk, dietary modification, physical activity and medication when appropriate. Regular follow-up helps determine whether blood pressure targets are being achieved safely.
Peripheral artery disease commonly results from reduced blood flow through arteries supplying the legs. Symptoms may include walking-related leg pain, while advanced disease can cause wounds or pain at rest. Management may include exercise therapy, risk-factor control, medication and selected endovascular procedures when circulation is significantly impaired.
Peripheral angioplasty is a catheter-based procedure used to widen narrowed arteries outside the heart, commonly in the lower limbs. A balloon is inflated within the affected vessel, and a stent may be inserted when necessary. The procedure is considered according to symptoms, arterial anatomy and the severity of circulation problems.
An electrocardiogram records the electrical activity of the heart using electrodes placed on the skin. It helps detect abnormal heart rhythms, conduction disturbances and certain changes associated with heart disease. ECG is a quick, non-invasive investigation commonly used during cardiovascular assessment, although additional testing may be needed for diagnosis.
Echocardiography uses ultrasound to produce images of the heart and assess its structure and function. It can evaluate heart chambers, pumping ability, valve function and selected congenital abnormalities. The test is non-invasive in its standard transthoracic form and provides important information for diagnosing and monitoring cardiovascular conditions.
Holter monitoring records the heart's electrical activity continuously over a specified period, commonly 24 to 48 hours. It can help identify intermittent rhythm abnormalities that may not appear during a standard ECG. Patients may be asked to record symptoms and activities so clinicians can compare them with the recorded heart rhythm.
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring measures blood pressure at regular intervals during normal daily activities and sleep. It can help identify white-coat hypertension, masked hypertension and variations in blood pressure throughout the day. Results assist clinicians in confirming a diagnosis and evaluating the effectiveness of prescribed treatment.
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FESC, FSCAI, FICP, FICC
Coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), coronary artery disease management, complex coronary interventions, cardiac catheterisation, heart failure management, cardiomyopathy evaluation, cardiac arrhythmia management, hypertension treatment, peripheral artery disease management, electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, Holter monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, preventive cardiology consultation, cardiovascular risk assessment, peripheral angioplasty and stenting.
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Dr. Soumitra Kumar is a Consultant Cardiologist specializing in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology at Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. His expertise includes coronary artery disease, catheter-based cardiac interventions, cardiovascular diagnostics and the management of heart-related conditions.
Dr. Soumitra Kumar holds MBBS, MD in General Medicine and DM in Cardiology qualifications. His additional professional credentials include FESC, FSCAI, FICC and FICP. He has also received exposure to interventional cardiology at St. Mary's Hospital, London.
Fortis Healthcare lists 35 years of experience, while supplementary medical profiles report 39 and 41 years. The correct figure should be confirmed with the hospital before publishing a definitive experience statement.
Coronary angioplasty is among his documented interventional cardiology procedures. It is used to treat selected narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. Whether angioplasty is appropriate depends on clinical findings, coronary anatomy and the patient's overall condition.
His documented areas of expertise include coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias and peripheral artery disease. Treatment depends on diagnostic findings and individual cardiovascular risk.
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