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The best cardiologists for Begumpet, Hyderabad include Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath, Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala, Dr. Badri Narayana Tumulu, Dr. Soumen Devidutta and Dr. Shilpi Mohan. Four practise at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, and one at Apollo Clinic, A.S. Rao Nagar, with between 11 and 36 years of experience. Last updated: October 2026.
Begumpet is a central, well-connected neighbourhood in the twin cities, close to Ameerpet, Prakash Nagar, Secunderabad and the old airport road, with many offices, schools and residential colonies. There is no Apollo hospital inside Begumpet, so patients usually look at nearby branches such as Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Apollo Spectra at Ameerpet and Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills.
This guide lists five cardiologists for patients in and around Begumpet, with qualifications and experience taken from the Apollo doctor directory, where doctors are listed from about 3 to 9 km away. All are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check which branch your heart specialist consults at.
Top 5 Cardiologists in Begumpet at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath | Cardiology | 35 years |
| 2 | Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala | Cardiology | 30 years |
| 3 | Dr. Badri Narayana Tumulu | Cardiology | 36 years |
| 4 | Dr. Soumen Devidutta | Cardiology and electrophysiology | 11 years |
| 5 | Dr. Shilpi Mohan | Cardiology | 18 years |
1. Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath — Senior Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM, FICC, FACC, FESC |
| Experience | 35 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 35 years of experience as per the Apollo directory.
His credentials include a DM in cardiology and fellowships of the Indian College of Cardiology (FICC), the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the European Society of Cardiology (FESC).
Why choose Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath: Thirty-five years of experience and three cardiology fellowships.
2. Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala — Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM, FACC, FACAI |
| Experience | 30 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 30 years of experience.
He holds a DM in cardiology and fellowships of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and FACAI.
Why choose Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala: Thirty years of experience with an American College of Cardiology fellowship.
3. Dr. Badri Narayana Tumulu — Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology) |
| Experience | 36 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Badri Narayana Tumulu is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 36 years of experience.
He trained in general medicine before completing a DM in cardiology.
Why choose Dr. Badri Narayana: Over three decades of experience in cardiology.
4. Dr. Soumen Devidutta — Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM |
| Experience | 11 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby) |
| Special Interest | Heart rhythm disorders |
Dr. Soumen Devidutta is listed as a cardiologist and electrophysiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 11 years of experience.
An electrophysiologist focuses on heart rhythm problems such as palpitations and arrhythmias.
Why choose Dr. Soumen Devidutta: Relevant for heart rhythm problems and palpitations.
5. Dr. Shilpi Mohan — Cardiologist, Apollo Clinic A.S. Rao Nagar
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Cardiology), FICD, FICC, FCCP |
| Experience | 18 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Clinic, A.S. Rao Nagar, Hyderabad (nearby) |
Dr. Shilpi Mohan is a cardiologist at Apollo Clinic, A.S. Rao Nagar, with 18 years of experience.
She holds an MD in medicine, a DNB in cardiology and several fellowships (FICD, FICC and FCCP).
Why choose Dr. Shilpi Mohan: An outpatient clinic option with a DNB in cardiology.
How to Choose the Right Cardiologist in Begumpet
- Check the qualification: look for a DM or DNB in Cardiology. An interventional cardiologist performs angiography and angioplasty, while a cardiac surgeon performs bypass and valve surgery.
- Match the need: blocked arteries, valve disease, heart failure, rhythm problems and congenital heart disease each have doctors with a special interest.
- Look at the set-up: a 24-hour cath lab, ICU and emergency team matter most when a heart attack strikes.
- Bring your records: earlier ECG, echo, angiogram and blood reports, and a list of medicines, make a first visit more useful.
- Ask about prevention: a good cardiologist also talks about blood pressure, cholesterol, sugar, diet and exercise, not only procedures.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department at once for chest pain or pressure lasting more than a few minutes, pain spreading to the arm, jaw or back, sudden breathlessness, cold sweat, fainting, or a racing heartbeat with dizziness. Do not drive yourself, and do not wait for the symptoms to pass.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
For mild chest discomfort, palpitations, high blood pressure or high cholesterol, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible start. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, check your blood pressure, sugar and cholesterol, arrange an ECG and basic tests, and refer you to a cardiologist if needed. See also our guides on chest pain treatment and cholesterol treatment. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see a cardiologist directly if symptoms are significant.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital directory listings and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified cardiologist for diagnosis and treatment.
