Dr. Magesh Balakrishnan

Dr Magesh Balakrishnan is a skilled interventional cardiologist in Bangalore with over 22 years of experience in coronary interventions, cardiac device implantation, peripheral angioplasty, and preventive cardiology. He currently practises as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore and at Apollo Clinic, Bellandur, Bangalore.

Patients searching for the best cardiologist in Bangalore or a trusted interventional heart specialist near Sarjapur Road will find in Dr Magesh the procedural expertise, ethical practice, and commitment to affordable cardiac care that patients and families can rely on.

Over the course of his career, he has independently performed over 5,000 coronary angiograms, more than 2,000 angioplasties, over 300 device implantations, and more than 100 peripheral interventions.

Whether you need expert care for a heart attack, coronary artery disease, pacemaker implantation, peripheral vascular condition, or preventive cardiac evaluation, he provides comprehensive, evidence-based cardiovascular care. He consults in English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Area of Expertise

Coronary Interventions

Advanced catheter-based procedures for diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease in both emergency and elective settings.

• Emergency and elective coronary angiography
• Coronary angioplasty (PCI) including primary PCI for heart attacks
• Complex coronary lesion management
• Imaging-guided interventional planning

Cardiac Device Therapy and Structural Interventions

Expert implantation and management of cardiac devices alongside structural and congenital heart interventions.

• Permanent pacemaker implantation
• AICD (Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) implantation
• CRT (Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy) device implantation
• Balloon valvuloplasty and embolisation
• Device closure for congenital heart defects

Peripheral and Vascular Interventions and Preventive Cardiology

Comprehensive interventional care for peripheral vascular conditions alongside proactive cardiovascular risk prevention.

• Peripheral angioplasty for vascular conditions
• EVAR (Endovascular Aneurysm Repair)
• Carotid artery stenting
• Preventive cardiology and cardiovascular risk assessment
• Community outreach and cardiac awareness programs

Professional Experience

Dr Magesh Balakrishnan is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
• Consultant, Apollo Clinic, Bellandur, Bangalore

He has previously served at:

• Director of Cardiac Sciences, Belenus Champion Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
• Consultant Cardiologist, Columbia Asia Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
• Consultant Cardiologist, Vikram Hospital and Baptist Hospital, Bangalore
• Consultant Cardiologist, Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain Hospital, Bangalore
• Associate Consultant, Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road, Bangalore

His experience across leading hospitals in Bangalore, combined with his academic teaching role, has given him the clinical depth to manage everything from acute cardiac emergencies to complex device implantations and preventive cardiology with equal confidence.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, 2004
• MD in Internal Medicine from Madurai Medical College, 2011
• DM in Cardiology from PGIMER, Chandigarh, 2015
• FSCAI (Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions)
• E-AEC (European Association of Echocardiography Certification)

Awards and Research

He has served as a guest speaker on NDTV discussing COVID preventive measures in cardiac practice and at Rotary Club Indiranagar on preventive cardiology. He has also served as a peer reviewer of complicated cases and mortality reviews across institutions.

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council, Registration number 69223, since 2004

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on coronary angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, heart failure, peripheral vascular interventions, preventive cardiology, or any cardiac concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Magesh Balakrishnan through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.