Dr. Prakash V S

Dr Prakash Vadagenalli Sathyanarayana is one of the most experienced and distinguished interventional cardiologists and cardiac electrophysiologists in Yelahanka, Bangalore.

With nearly 33 years of clinical and interventional experience in managing complex coronary artery disease, heart rhythm disorders, cardiac device therapy, heart failure, and structural heart interventions.

He currently practises as the Lead Consultant in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology at Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, where he provides advanced care for patients with life-threatening arrhythmias, acute heart attacks, and complex coronary conditions.

Patients looking for the best cardiologist in Yelahanka or a trusted electrophysiology specialist in Bangalore will find in Dr Prakash a national pioneer who was the first cardiologist in India to perform catheter-based ablation for atrial fibrillation in 1999, with over 6,000 EP ablation procedures and 35,000+ coronary angioplasties to his name.

He consults in English, Hindi, and Kannada.

Area of Expertise

Interventional Cardiology and Coronary Interventions

Advanced treatment for heart attacks, blocked arteries, and complex coronary conditions using minimally invasive catheter-based techniques.

• Complex coronary angioplasty
• Primary PTCA for acute heart attack (STEMI) care
• Chronic total occlusion (CTO) interventions
• Peripheral vascular interventions
• Percutaneous device closures for ASD and PDA
• Left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) and structural heart interventions

Cardiac Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Management

Specialised diagnosis and treatment of abnormal heart rhythms using advanced 3D mapping and catheter ablation techniques.

• Atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation and pulmonary vein isolation
• 3D electro-anatomical mapping of arrhythmias
• SVT, AVNRT, and WPW syndrome ablation
• Atrial flutter and complex atrial tachycardia ablation
• Ventricular tachycardia (VT) ablation for ischaemic and non-ischaemic cases
• Preventive cardiology and chronic rhythm disorder management

Cardiac Device Therapy and Heart Failure Management

Advanced pacemaker and device-based therapies for patients with heart failure, conduction disorders, and life-threatening arrhythmias.

• Pacemaker implantation
• Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation
• Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) and biventricular pacing
• Conduction system pacing (400+ procedures)
• Leadless pacemaker implantation
• Heart failure device management

Professional Experience

Dr V S Prakash is currently associated with:

• Lead Consultant, Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology, Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore

With nearly 30 years of experience across interventional cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology, and device therapy, Dr Prakash Sathyanarayana has established himself as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Bangalore and a nationally recognised leader in heart rhythm management.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Government Medical College, Karnataka
• MD in General Medicine from Bangalore Medical College
• DM in Cardiology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

Dr V S Prakash further pursued an 18-month Fellowship in Cardiac Clinical Electrophysiology at Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan (1999).

He also gained international exposure through observerships at Brigham and Women's Hospital (Boston), Cleveland Clinic (Ohio), and St George Hospital (Hamburg).

He holds the FSCAI (Fellow, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, USA), FACC (Fellow, American College of Cardiology), FESC (Fellow, European Society of Cardiology), and FISE (Fellow, Indian College of Electrocardiology, 2002).

Awards and Achievements

• President, Cardiological Society of India (CSI), Karnataka Chapter, 2021 to 2022
• President, CSI Bangalore Chapter, 2018 to 2019
• Mahindra and Mahindra/Nightingale Award, 10 Leading Personalities in Medicine, 2003
• Inspiring Cardiologist of India, Economic Times, 2019
• Asia Pacific Society for Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing Award, exclusive contribution, Taipei, 2021

Research, Publications, and Memberships

Dr V S Prakash has served as Principal Investigator for landmark international trials including ATHENA, ARISTOTLE, AVERROES, and CHAMPION. He has authored peer-reviewed publications and contributed textbook chapters on arrhythmia management and heart failure care.

• Life Member, Cardiological Society of India
• Life Member, Indian College of Electrocardiology
• Member, Heart Rhythm Society, USA

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on heart attack treatment, coronary angioplasty, atrial fibrillation ablation, pacemaker implantation, heart failure management, or any cardiac concern in Yelahanka, Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr V S Prakash through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.