Cardiology
Consultant – Cardiology15 years
Fortis Hospitals
Kolkata
Dr. Suman Karmakar is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. His official Fortis Healthcare profile reports 15 years of professional experience. He specialises in coronary and peripheral vascular interventions, balloon valvoplasty, congenital heart defect device closure and the implantation of cardiac rhythm management devices.
Dr. Suman Karmakar completed his MBBS at Calcutta Medical College and pursued postgraduate training in General Medicine and Cardiology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. His qualifications include MBBS, MD in General Medicine and DM in Cardiology. His training also includes experience as a Senior Resident in Emergency Medicine at JPN Apex Trauma Centre, AIIMS, New Delhi.
Coronary angioplasty is one of Dr. Karmakar's documented specialist procedures. His Fortis profile identifies experience in both simple and complex coronary angioplasty. These catheter-based interventions are used to treat selected narrowed or blocked coronary arteries, helping restore blood flow to the heart muscle. Treatment decisions depend on the patient's symptoms, coronary anatomy, clinical condition and cardiovascular risk.
Dr. Karmakar also has experience in peripheral and venous angioplasty, as well as balloon valvoplasty for selected mitral, aortic and pulmonary valve disorders. These procedures use catheter-based techniques to address appropriate blood vessel or heart valve abnormalities. The suitability of intervention depends on detailed clinical evaluation, imaging findings and the underlying cardiovascular disease.
Structural heart interventions and cardiac device implantation are additional areas of his expertise. His official biography confirms experience in atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD) and patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) device closure. He also performs permanent pacemaker, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) procedures for selected cardiac rhythm and heart failure conditions.
Dr. Suman Karmakar has an academic background that includes a gold medal in medical education and high ranks in postgraduate and superspeciality entrance examinations. Alongside interventional cardiology, his professional website identifies preventive cardiology, heart failure management and post-coronary bypass surgery care as areas of practice. Patients seeking cardiology consultation or advanced catheter-based cardiac treatment in Kolkata can enquire through Fortis Hospital Anandapur, subject to current appointment and procedural availability.
Interventional cardiology focuses on diagnosing and treating selected cardiovascular conditions using minimally invasive catheter-based techniques. Patients with coronary artery disease, structural heart problems or certain vascular conditions may require specialist assessment. Evaluation involves reviewing symptoms, cardiovascular risk factors, clinical findings and investigations to determine whether medical treatment or an intervention is appropriate.
Coronary angiography is a diagnostic procedure used to examine the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle. A catheter and contrast dye allow clinicians to identify narrowed or blocked arteries using X-ray imaging. Results help guide decisions about medication, angioplasty or coronary artery bypass surgery.
Coronary angioplasty, also called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), treats selected narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. A balloon may be used to widen the affected vessel, and a stent is often placed to help maintain blood flow. Treatment depends on coronary anatomy, symptoms, heart function and overall medical condition.
Complex coronary angioplasty involves catheter-based treatment of challenging coronary artery disease, such as selected heavily calcified, long or anatomically complicated blockages. The procedure may require advanced guidewires, imaging or other specialised equipment. Treatment planning considers technical feasibility, alternative revascularisation options and the patient's cardiovascular risk.
Primary angioplasty is an emergency procedure used for appropriate patients experiencing certain types of acute heart attack, particularly ST-elevation myocardial infarction. It aims to reopen a blocked coronary artery and restore blood flow promptly. Patients with suspected heart attack symptoms require immediate emergency medical evaluation rather than waiting for a routine appointment.
Peripheral angioplasty is a catheter-based procedure used to widen selected narrowed or blocked blood vessels outside the heart. It may be considered for certain cases of peripheral artery disease that cause symptoms or threaten tissue health. Suitability depends on the affected vessel, severity of disease, clinical findings and alternative treatment options.
Venous angioplasty involves widening selected narrowed veins using catheter-based balloon techniques. It may be considered for certain venous obstructions after appropriate imaging and specialist assessment. Treatment depends on the location and cause of narrowing, symptoms, associated medical conditions and whether additional intervention is required.
Balloon mitral valvoplasty is a catheter-based procedure used to treat selected patients with mitral valve stenosis. A balloon is positioned across the narrowed valve and inflated to improve valve opening. Eligibility depends on valve anatomy, severity of narrowing, associated regurgitation and the presence of other cardiovascular conditions.
Balloon aortic valvoplasty uses a catheter-mounted balloon to widen a severely narrowed aortic valve in selected circumstances. The procedure may provide temporary relief or serve as a bridge to definitive treatment in appropriate patients. Treatment planning depends on valve anatomy, symptoms, procedural risks and available alternatives.
Balloon pulmonary valvoplasty treats selected cases of pulmonary valve stenosis, in which the valve between the right ventricle and pulmonary artery is narrowed. A catheter-delivered balloon is used to widen the valve opening. Clinical suitability depends on the severity of stenosis, valve structure and associated heart abnormalities.
Atrial septal defect is an opening in the wall separating the heart's two upper chambers. Some suitable defects can be closed through a catheter using an implanted closure device. Eligibility depends on the defect's size, location, surrounding tissue and the effects on heart function and circulation.
Ventricular septal defect is an opening in the wall separating the heart's lower chambers. Selected defects may be suitable for catheter-based device closure, while others require surgery or monitoring. Treatment decisions depend on the defect's anatomy, size, blood flow effects and risk to neighbouring cardiac structures.
Patent ductus arteriosus is a persistent connection between two major blood vessels near the heart that normally closes after birth. Selected cases can be treated using catheter-delivered closure devices. The decision depends on the connection's size, effects on circulation, patient age and associated cardiovascular findings.
A permanent pacemaker is an implanted electronic device that helps maintain an appropriate heart rate in selected patients with slow heart rhythms or conduction disorders. The system typically includes a pulse generator and one or more leads, although leadless options are available for specific indications. Device selection requires careful cardiac rhythm evaluation.
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator is a cardiac device designed to detect and treat certain dangerous ventricular heart rhythms. It may be recommended for selected patients at increased risk of life-threatening arrhythmias. Eligibility depends on cardiac diagnosis, heart function, previous rhythm events and established clinical criteria.
Cardiac resynchronization therapy uses a specialised implanted device to improve coordination between the heart's ventricles in selected patients with heart failure and electrical conduction abnormalities. Some devices also provide defibrillator functions. Assessment includes heart function, ECG findings, symptoms and response to appropriate medical treatment.
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology)
Coronary Angiography, Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA/PCI), Complex Coronary Angioplasty, Primary Angioplasty for Heart Attack, Peripheral Angioplasty, Venous Angioplasty, Balloon Mitral Valvoplasty, Balloon Aortic Valvoplasty, Balloon Pulmonary Valvoplasty, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Device Closure, Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Device Closure, Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Device Closure, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), Heart Failure Management, Preventive Cardiology and Post-CABG Follow-Up.
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Suman Karmakar
Dr. Suman Karmakar is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. He specialises in coronary angioplasty, vascular interventions, balloon valvoplasty, congenital heart defect closure and cardiac device implantation.
He holds MBBS, MD (General Medicine) and DM (Cardiology). He completed postgraduate training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at AIIMS, New Delhi.
Both Fortis Healthcare and Practo report 15 years of overall experience. Practo separately reports six years as a specialist.
Yes. His Fortis Healthcare biography explicitly confirms experience in simple and complex coronary angioplasty. The treatment is used for suitable patients with narrowed or blocked coronary arteries.
Yes. His Fortis profile lists balloon valvoplasty involving the mitral, aortic and pulmonary valves. Suitability depends on the type of valve disease, valve anatomy and clinical assessment.
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