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The best cardiologists for Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad include Dr. Y P Raju, Dr. Pawan Poddar, Dr. C Santosh Kumar, Dr. D Sitaram and Dr. B Venkat Reddy. One practises at Ozone Hospital, Kothapet, about 2 km away, and four at Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, about 3 km away. Last updated: October 2026.
Dilsukhnagar is a busy commercial and residential area in east Hyderabad on the Vijayawada Highway, between Malakpet and LB Nagar, and a stop on the Red Line metro. Several large hospitals are a short drive away, including Yashoda Hospitals and CARE Hospitals at Malakpet and Ozone Hospital at Kothapet, with Apollo Hospitals at Hyderguda a little further.
This guide lists five cardiologists for patients in and around Dilsukhnagar. Qualifications and experience come from the hospitals’ own doctor profiles and the Apollo 24|7 directory where available, with patient recommendation figures from HexaHealth and Apollo 24|7. HexaHealth does not show qualifications, so please confirm these with the hospital. Doctors outside Dilsukhnagar are marked as nearby. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit, and check the days your heart specialist sees outpatients.
Top 5 Cardiologists in Dilsukhnagar at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Y P Raju | Cardiology, echo and angiography | 17+ years |
| 2 | Dr. Pawan Poddar | Interventional cardiology | 17 years |
| 3 | Dr. C Santosh Kumar | Cardiology | 18 years |
| 4 | Dr. D Sitaram | Cardiology | 16 years |
| 5 | Dr. B Venkat Reddy | Interventional cardiology | 13 years |
1. Dr. Y P Raju — Consultant Cardiologist, Ozone Hospital Kothapet
| Qualifications | MBBS (Guntur Medical College), MD (Internal Medicine, Kurnool Medical College), DNB (Cardiology) |
| Experience | 17+ years in cardiology |
| Hospital | Ozone Hospital, Kothapet, Hyderabad (nearby, about 2 km) |
| Patient feedback | 98% recommend (86 ratings) on HexaHealth |
Dr. Y P Raju is a consultant cardiologist at Ozone Hospital, Kothapet, close to Dilsukhnagar, and also consults at Supraja Hospitals, Nagole. He has been a doctor since 1991 and completed his DNB in cardiology in 2008.
He offers ECG, echocardiography, stress testing, coronary angiography and angioplasty. 98% of 86 ratings on HexaHealth recommend him.
Why choose Dr. Raju: The closest experienced cardiologist to Dilsukhnagar, with excellent feedback.
2. Dr. Pawan Poddar — Director of Cath Lab and Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals Malakpet
| Qualifications | MD (AIIMS), DM (PGIMER), FSCAI, FESC, FACC |
| Experience | 17 years |
| Hospital | Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
Dr. Pawan Poddar directs the cath lab at Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, about 3 km from Dilsukhnagar, with 17 years of experience.
He completed his MD at AIIMS, New Delhi, and his DM at PGIMER, Chandigarh, and holds American and European cardiology fellowships.
Why choose Dr. Poddar: Heads the cath lab, with AIIMS and PGI training.
3. Dr. C Santosh Kumar — Consultant Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals Malakpet
| Qualifications | MD, DM |
| Experience | 18 years |
| Hospital | Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
Dr. C Santosh Kumar is a consultant cardiologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, with 18 years of experience.
He holds an MD and a DM in cardiology.
Why choose Dr. Santosh Kumar: The most experienced cardiologist on the Yashoda Malakpet team.
4. Dr. D Sitaram — Consultant Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals Malakpet
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DNB (General Medicine), DNB (Cardiology) |
| Experience | 16 years |
| Hospital | Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
Dr. D Sitaram is a consultant cardiologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, with 16 years of experience.
He holds an MD and DNB in general medicine and a DNB in cardiology.
Why choose Dr. Sitaram: Sixteen years of experience close to Dilsukhnagar.
5. Dr. B Venkat Reddy — Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals Malakpet
| Qualifications | MBBS, DNB (General Medicine), DNB (Cardiology) |
| Experience | 13 years |
| Hospital | Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
Dr. B Venkat Reddy is a consultant interventional cardiologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Malakpet, with 13 years of experience.
He holds DNB qualifications in general medicine and cardiology and performs angiography and angioplasty.
Why choose Dr. Venkat Reddy: Interventional care for blocked arteries.
How to Choose the Right Cardiologist in Dilsukhnagar
- 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.
Areas Near Dilsukhnagar Served by These Cardiologists
Dilsukhnagar is a busy commercial and residential area in east Hyderabad on the Vijayawada Highway, between Malakpet and LB Nagar. The cardiologists in this guide are also a practical choice for patients living in nearby localities such as Chaitanyapuri, Kothapet, Moosarambagh, Malakpet, Saidabad, Saroornagar, Gaddiannaram, Huda Complex, Champapet, Karmanghat and Akbarbagh. If you live in one of these neighbourhoods, the hospitals listed above are usually among the closest options for specialist care. Travel time varies with traffic, so check the route before your appointment.
Looking in a different part of the city? See our guides to the best cardiologists in LB Nagar, best cardiologists in Abids and best cardiologists in Himayatnagar.
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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.
