Best Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias Doctors in Bronx, NY

M.D.- University of Virginia Medical School- 1976Internship- Internal Medicine- The New York Hospital- 1977Residency- Internal Medicine- The New York Hospital- 1979Fellow - Cardiology- The New York Hospital-CUMC- 1982

As a cardiologist who specializes in heart rhythm abnormalities, I have witnessed dramatic changes in our understanding of arrhythmias and in treatment possibilities to improve health and longevity of our patients.Treatments that are now considered routine were unimaginable when I started my medical career. I am fortunate to have access to the latest advances in technology and a highly trained, professional team that shares a common goal of achieving optimal outcomes in patient care. But more importantly, my colleagues and I recognize that treating a patient with heart rhythm ailments requires attention not only to technical considerations but also to coping with the impact of arrhythmias on lifestyle and overall wellbeing. In this specialty, we have the ability to provide therapies that not only prolong life but also improve its quality. My practice is devoted to treatment of patients with arrhythmias, including rapid heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation and flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, and ventricular tachycardia. I also treat patients with abnormally slow heart rhythms (known as bradycardia). I perform interventional procedures aimed at alleviating these conditions, specifically catheter ablation, pacemaker implantation, defibrillator implantation, and cardiac resynchronization therapy.

Dr. Kiruthika Balasundaram, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. She is 44 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Kiruthika Balasundaram, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Morningside.

It is an exciting time to be a part of Cardiology as advances in technology and therapeutics allow us to provide better care to our patients. As a clinical cardiologist, my goal is to make a positive impact in the cardiovascular health and lives of my patients. In addition to cutting edge technology, I believe that practicing medicine should be individualized, patient centric, and hold true to the ideals of compassion and human dignity.

``I take great pride in being a cardiac surgeon in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York Presbyterian Hospital, as I am practicing with a group of the finest cardiac and thoracic surgeons in the country. I

Dr. Kim was born in Ontario, Canada but traveled to the U.S. for his education. He received his bachelor's degree at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA. He received his M.D. degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD. He then completedhis internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. Finally, he completed his Cardiology fellowshipat Weill Cornell Medical College/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York City and joined the faculty full-time in 2007. He serves as Director of Consultative Cardiology.Dr. Kim practices General Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine at the NewYork Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College campus in New York City. His practice includes patients with hypertension, coronary artery disease and its complications, valvular heart conditions, cardiomyopathies, and those who have undergone heart surgery or interventional procedures. He works in close affiliation with all of the physicians in the Division of Cardiology, including subspecialists in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Heart Failure, Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Catheterization, and Non-Invasive Testing.Dr. Kim teachesthe second year medical students a pathophysiology-based course on cardiovascular disease and is the co-founder of the Quality Improvement Academy at Weill Cornell/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.

The art of medicine is always a collective effort - in order for a physician to provide optimal medical care, he or she must be surrounded and supported by the optimal team. Weill Cornell has afforded me the opportunity to work in such an environment and provide the finest of medical care. Moreover, my dual role as provider and educator allows me to train and mentor the brightest of future physicians.

Dr. Hiroo Takayamais Chief of Adult Cardiac Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He has more than 20 years of experience in treating patients with heart and vascular problems. As the Director of the Aortic Surgery Program and co-Director of the Aortic Center, the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center, and the Marfan Clinic at NYP/Columbia, Dr. Takayama has contributed to the care of over 4,000 patients by performing a variety of aortic and cardiac surgical procedures, approximately 300-350 operations every year. Dr. Takayama is internationally recognized for his work on complex aortic surgery (minimally invasive aortic surgery, valve-sparing aortic root replacement, aortic valve repair, aortic arch and thoracoabdominal aneurysm repair), hybrid aortic surgery (thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair), myectomy for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and heart failure surgery. He is a leader in outcome research in aortic diseases and heart failure. He has published more than 300-350 manuscripts in prestigious, peer-reviewed journals and has authored numerous book chapters about heart disease. Dr. Takayama attended University of Tokyo for Medical School, did his internship at University of Tokyo, general surgery residency in University of Washington Medical Center, and cardio-thoracic surgery fellowship in New-York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Bette Kim, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. She is 53 years old and has been practicing for 26 years. Dr. Bette Kim, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Morningside.

Cardiac Electrophysiology is exciting because the therapies can dramatically improve our patients' lives. I look forward to coming to work every day so that I can help deliver this cutting-edge treatment. At the same time, the most rewarding part of my job is the opportunity to guide each patient through their condition in an understandable way so that she/he can actively participate in our treatment plan. My belief is to treat each patient with clarity, care, and compassion - the same way that I would want my family to be treated.

Dr. Davendra Mehta, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 47 years. Dr. Davendra Mehta, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Jacob Koruth, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 50 years old. Dr. Jacob Koruth, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Vivek Reddy, MD is an Internist who practices in New York, NY. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 30 years. Dr. Vivek Reddy, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Srinivas Dukkipati, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 56 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Srinivas Dukkipati, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Mohit Turagam, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 46 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Mohit Turagam, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Clinical Electrophysiology is an exciting field with many new advancements. We have many new therapies that can help our patients feel better and live longer. It is very rewarding to be able to offer patients these new and proven therapies to make a positive impact in their lives.

Dr. Marc Miller, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in New York, NY. He is 50 years old. Dr. Marc Miller, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Georgios Syros, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Long Island City, NY. He is 46 years old and has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Georgios Syros, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Bill Whang is a specialist in heart rhythm disorders. He has expertise in catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, and works closely with colleagues who treat heart failure and adult congenital heart disease. He also has a clinical interest in left atrial appendage closure device implant. His research background is in epidemiology, and he has published on psychosocial factors in cardiac arrhythmia as well as on catheter ablation of arrhythmias. After medical school and residency at Columbia, he completed his cardiology and electrophysiology fellowships at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has been on the faculty since 2006.