Dr. M S Ravindra

Dr M S Ravindra is a highly esteemed paediatric cardiologist in Dharwad with an exceptional 24 years of overall medical experience, dedicating his career to structural heart interventions and foetal echocardiography.

He holds an FNB in Paediatric Cardiology and an MD in Paediatrics alongside an MBBS, executing targeted paediatric cardiac interventions for thousands of individuals.

Serving as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist at SDM Narayana Heart Centre, he performs highly precise ASD and PDA device closures, communicating fluently in English and Hindi.

Driven by a philosophy of compassionate neonatal care, his immense clinical acumen ensures the delivery of optimal operative protocols for severe congenital heart defects and complex pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Area of Expertise

Dr Ravindra brings vast knowledge to the medical management of complex paediatric cardiac anomalies and acute structural defects.

His proficiency in clinical paediatric cardiology ensures accurate diagnosis and therapeutic operative care for infants requiring highly specialised structural interventions.

Paediatric Interventional Cardiology

For patients in Dharwad, Dr M S Ravindra performs clinical evaluations for Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) and Valvular Anomalies:

• Transcatheter device closures for complex atrial septal defects (ASD) and patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
• Balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty (BPV) and balloon aortic valvuloplasty (BAV) for critical stenotic lesions
• Highly precise balloon coarctoplasties to definitively treat severe aortic coarctation in neonates

Non-Invasive Paediatric Cardiology

To support patients in Karnataka, Dr S Ravindra provides interventions for Foetal Cardiac Anomalies and Cardiomyopathies:

• Detailed foetal echocardiography and transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) for accurate prenatal structural assessments
• Multi-disciplinary point-of-care ECHO assessments specifically tailored for intensive NICU and PICU monitoring
• Advanced cardiac CT and TTE evaluations for complex heterotaxy and structural anomalies

Electrophysiology and Heart Failure Management

Dr Ravindra handles systemic evaluations in Dharwad, specifically targeting Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) and Heart Failure:

• Targeted diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for paediatric pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
• Comprehensive clinical management protocols for complex paediatric cardiomyopathies
• Systemic pharmacological monitoring and rigorous clinical evaluations for end-stage paediatric heart failure

Clinical Outcomes and Paediatric Cardiology Milestones

Dr M S Ravindra consistently elevates paediatric cardiology standards in Karnataka:

• Extensive Experience: Brings 24 years of comprehensive medical practice, dedicating 9 focused years entirely to the vast spectrum of congenital heart defects (CHDs).
• Institutional Leadership: Serves as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist at SDM Narayana Heart Centre in Dharwad since October 2025, actively directing critical structural heart interventions.
• National Reach: Previously executed critical child heart care protocols at Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre in Kharghar Navi Mumbai (2019 to 2021) and Raipur (2021 to 2025).

Education

Dr M S Ravindra completed his medical education and elite cardiological training from recognised national boards:

• MBBS from Govt Medical College, Mysore (2002)
• Diploma in Child Health (DCH)
• MD in Paediatrics from KIMS Hubli (2010)
• Fellowship of National Board (FNB) in Paediatric Cardiology from Madras Medical Mission, Chennai (2018)

Professional Memberships

Dr Ravindra holds leadership positions and memberships with prominent medical organisations:

• Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
• Pediatric Cardiac Society of India (PCST)

Publications and Research

Dr M S Ravindra is actively involved in advancing medical research globally. He has authored multiple publications in indexed journals, contributing significantly to clinical literature:

• Prospective randomized comparison of three different types of nitinol septal occluder Devices used for transcatheter closure of atrial septal defects, EuroIntervention, 15(4):e321-e328, 20 Jul 2019
• Double left brachiocephalic vein in a paediatric patient with CHD: a case report, Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

Professional Experience

Dr M S Ravindra currently brings his paediatric cardiology expertise to the following institution, serving as a Consultant at:

• SDM Narayana Heart Centre (Dharwad)

Previously, he gained immense exposure serving in highly specialised clinical roles at:

• Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre for Child Heart Care, Raipur (Consultant)
• Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Centre for Child Heart Care, Kharghar (Consultant)

Book an Appointment with Dr M S Ravindra, Paediatric Cardiologist in Dharwad

Ensure medical safety and optimal cardiac function by booking a consultation with Dr M S Ravindra for severe congenital heart defects, complex pulmonary arterial hypertension, and critical foetal cardiac anomalies. Check his contact details and availability on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.