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The best cardiologists for Manikonda, Hyderabad include Dr. M U Balachander, Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala, Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath, Dr. Kiran Teja Varigonda and Dr. E Sanjeeva Kumar. One consults at Apollo Clinic in Manikonda itself, and four at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, about 3 km away. Last updated: October 2026.
Manikonda is a large residential area between Gachibowli, Tolichowki, Narsingi and the Financial District, popular with families and IT professionals. Apollo Clinic, Manikonda Jagir offers specialist outpatient consultations within the area, while Apollo Hospitals at Jubilee Hills and the Financial District are each only a few kilometres away for tests, procedures and admission.
This guide lists five cardiologists for patients in and around Manikonda, with qualifications, experience and patient feedback taken from the Apollo 24|7 doctor directory, which lists these doctors from about 1 to 4 km away. Doctors based outside Manikonda 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 Manikonda at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. M U Balachander | Cardiology | 4 years |
| 2 | Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala | Cardiology | 30 years |
| 3 | Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath | Cardiology | 35 years |
| 4 | Dr. Kiran Teja Varigonda | Cardiology | 8 years |
| 5 | Dr. E Sanjeeva Kumar | Cardiology | 13 years |
1. Dr. M U Balachander — Cardiologist, Apollo Clinic Manikonda Jagir
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD Internal Medicine (Osmania), DM Cardiology (Osmania) |
| Experience | 4 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Clinic, Manikonda Jagir, Hyderabad |
Dr. M U Balachander is a cardiologist at Apollo Clinic, Manikonda Jagir, listed about 1 km away, with 4 years of experience.
He completed his MD and DM in cardiology at Osmania Medical College.
Why choose Dr. Balachander: The cardiologist who consults inside Manikonda.
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, about 3 km) |
| Patient feedback | 98% recommend (300+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 30 years of experience.
He holds a DM in cardiology and a fellowship of the American College of Cardiology.
Why choose Dr. Manoj Kumar Agarwala: Thirty years of experience with very high patient feedback.
3. 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, about 3 km) |
| Patient feedback | 91% recommend (100+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 35 years of experience.
He holds Indian, American and European cardiology fellowships.
Why choose Dr. Pratap Chandra Rath: Thirty-five years of experience and three fellowships.
4. Dr. Kiran Teja Varigonda — Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MBBS (Kakatiya), MD General Medicine (Osmania), DM Cardiology (SJICR, Bangalore) |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
| Patient feedback | 97% recommend (125+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. Kiran Teja Varigonda is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 8 years of experience.
He completed his DM at the Sri Jayadeva Institute, Bangalore.
Why choose Dr. Kiran Teja: A younger DM cardiologist with excellent patient feedback.
5. Dr. E Sanjeeva Kumar — Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills
| Qualifications | MD, DM |
| Experience | 13 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (nearby, about 3 km) |
| Patient feedback | 95% recommend (50+ patients) on Apollo 24|7 |
Dr. E Sanjeeva Kumar is a cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, with 13 years of experience.
His listed qualifications are an MD and a DM.
Why choose Dr. Sanjeeva Kumar: Thirteen years of experience with strong patient feedback.
How to Choose the Right Cardiologist in Manikonda
- 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.
