Dr. M Sudhakar Rao

Dr M Sudhakar Rao is a dedicated interventional cardiologist in Bangalore with over 16 years of experience in coronary interventions, peripheral angioplasty, cardiac imaging, structural heart interventions, and heart failure management. He currently practises as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore.

Patients searching for the best cardiologist in Bangalore or a trusted interventional heart specialist near Sarjapur Road will find in Dr Sudhakar Rao the procedural precision, academic depth, and patient-centred care that make a real difference in cardiac outcomes.

Over the course of his career, he has independently performed over 5,000 coronary angiograms, more than 1,500 angioplasties including 500 primary PCIs, and has one of the largest single-centre experiences in dialysis fistula interventions in South Asia.

Whether you need expert care for a heart attack, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular condition, heart failure, congenital heart defect, or advanced cardiac imaging, he provides comprehensive, evidence-based cardiovascular care. He consults in Kannada, English, Hindi, and Telugu.

Area of Expertise

Coronary Interventions and Complex Lesion Management

Advanced catheter-based procedures for diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease including the most complex cases.

• Coronary angiography and angioplasty (PCI) including primary PCI
• Complex coronary lesion management including bifurcation and left main coronary artery (LMCA) interventions
• Chronic total occlusion (CTO) procedures
• Rotational atherectomy (Rotablation)
• Imaging and physiology-guided coronary interventions

Peripheral, Vascular, and Structural Heart Interventions

Comprehensive interventional care for peripheral vascular conditions, congenital heart defects, and dialysis access management.

• Peripheral angioplasty including subclavian, renal, iliac, femoral, and infra-popliteal lesions
• Carotid artery interventions
• Central vein interventions
• AV fistula access angioplasty (one of the largest single-centre experiences in South Asia)
• Device closure for congenital heart defects including ASD and PDA

Heart Failure, Cardiac Imaging, and Preventive Cardiology

Advanced diagnostic imaging and comprehensive management of heart failure and cardiovascular risk.

• Heart failure evaluation and comprehensive management
• Cardiac CT and cardiac MRI imaging
• Echocardiography and advanced cardiac assessment
• Cardiovascular risk evaluation and preventive care

Professional Experience

Dr M Sudhakar Rao is currently associated with:

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

He has previously served as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore, and as Assistant and Associate Professor in Cardiology at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, where he mentored students and trainees while actively contributing to research and academic conferences.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur, 2010
• MD in General Medicine from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, 2014
• DM in Cardiology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, 2017
• FACC (Fellow of the American College of Cardiology)
• FESC (Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology)
• FSCAI (Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions)

Awards and Research

Dr M Sudhakar Rao received the Lt Dr Arun Kusgal Gold Medal for the best outgoing postgraduate student in Cardiology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal.

He has presented research at leading international conferences including ASIA AICT PCR, Singapore (2019) and the Cardiology Society of India Annual Conference, Mumbai (2018)

Memberships

• Cardiology Society of India (Lifetime Member)
• Indian Academy of Echocardiography (Lifetime Member)
• Indian Association of Cardiac Imaging (Lifetime Member)

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council, Registration number CTG20110000018KTK

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on coronary angioplasty, heart failure, peripheral vascular interventions, cardiac imaging, complex coronary interventions, or any cardiac concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr M Sudhakar Rao through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.