Dr. Muralidhar Naik

Dr Muralidhar Naik is a highly esteemed interventional and non-invasive cardiologist in Dharwad with an exceptional 15 years of overall medical experience, dedicating his career to complex angioplasties and structural heart interventions.

He holds a DM in Interventional Cardiology and an MD in General Medicine alongside an MBBS, executing targeted cardiological interventions for thousands of individuals.

Serving as an Associate Consultant Cardiologist at SDM Narayana Heart Centre, he performs highly precise transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR) and bifurcation ROTA PCI, communicating fluently in English and Hindi.

Driven by a philosophy of meticulous cardiovascular care, his immense clinical acumen ensures the delivery of optimal operative protocols for severe coronary artery disease and complex structural heart defects.

Area of Expertise

Dr Muralidhar brings vast knowledge to the medical management of complex cardiovascular anomalies and acute conduction disorders.

His proficiency in clinical cardiology ensures accurate diagnosis and therapeutic systemic care for patients requiring highly specialised structural and electrophysiological interventions.

Advanced Interventional Cardiology

For patients in Dharwad, Dr Muralidhar Naik performs clinical evaluations for Coronary Artery Disease and Chronic Total Occlusions:

• Primary and elective angioplasties featuring advanced intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) and laser-assisted PCI
• Highly precise rotational atherectomy (ROTA PCI) to systematically treat severe bifurcation lesions
• Complex CTO plasties specifically designed to safely restore myocardial perfusion in chronic total occlusions

Structural Heart Interventions

To support patients in Karnataka, Dr Naik Muralidhar provides interventions for Structural Heart Defects and Aortic Valve Stenosis:

• Minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR) and complex aortic stent graft deployments
• Percutaneous ASD and PDA device closures for the definitive management of congenital heart defects
• Balloon mitral valvotomy (BMV) procedures specifically targeted at relieving critical mitral valve stenosis

Electrophysiology and Critical Cardiac Care

Dr Muralidhar handles systemic evaluations in Dharwad, specifically targeting Cardiac Arrhythmias and Heart Failure:

• Implantation of permanent pacemakers and automated implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (AICD) for sudden cardiac arrest prevention
• Advanced cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT-D) protocols for the rigorous management of end-stage heart failure
• Immediate emergency pericardiocentesis and advanced cardio-pulmonary therapeutics for acute cardiovascular resuscitation

Clinical Outcomes and Cardiology Milestones

Dr Muralidhar Naik consistently elevates cardiology standards in Karnataka:

• Extensive Experience: Brings 15 years of comprehensive medical practice, specifically dedicating his career to non-invasive cardiology, complex PCI, and electrophysiology pacing.
• Institutional Leadership: Serves as an Associate Consultant Cardiologist at SDM Narayana Heart Centre in Dharwad, actively directing critical structural heart interventions and emergency angioplasties.
• Academic Excellence: Gained immense surgical proficiency serving as a Senior Resident in Cardiology at Kasturba Medical College (KMC) in Manipal from 2022 to 2025.

Education

Dr Muralidhar Naik completed his medical education and elite cardiological training from recognised national boards:

• MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (2011)
• MD in General Medicine from Grant Govt Medical College, Mumbai (2021)
• DM in Interventional Cardiology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University (2025)

Professional Experience

Dr Muralidhar Naik currently brings his cardiological expertise to the following institution, serving as an Associate Consultant at:

• SDM Narayana Heart Centre (Dharwad)

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

• KMC Manipal, Udupi (Senior Resident in Cardiology)

Book an Appointment with Dr Muralidhar Naik, Cardiologist in Dharwad

Ensure medical safety and optimal cardiovascular function by booking a consultation with Dr Muralidhar Naik for severe coronary artery disease, complex structural heart defects, and critical cardiac arrhythmias. Check his contact details and availability on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.