Dr. Atul Mathur
Experience: Over 33 Years
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Sukhdev Vihar, New Delhi, India
Introduction
Dr. Atul Mathur is the Chairman of Interventional Cardiology and Chief of the Cath Lab at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. With over 33 years in the field, he is a true pioneer in both complex heart procedures and endovascular treatments. Much of his expertise comes from his time at AIIMS, Delhi, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham in the United States. He is highly respected for bringing new, life-saving techniques to India.
About Dr. Atul Mathur
Dr. Atul Mathur specialises in procedures related to structural heart disease treatments like TAVR and Mitra Clip. In addition to this, Dr. Atul Mathur is an eminent endovascular surgeon who specialises in procedures relating to Carotid Artery Stenting and Aortic Graft Stenting. What sets him apart from the crowd is that Dr. Atul Mathur was the first Indian doctor to receive a US patent for a medical instrument for use in Carotid Artery Stenting.
Beyond surgery, Dr. Atul Mathur has established a “centre of excellence” where he trains other Indian physicians. He organises yearly courses to pass on his skills in carotid interventions. With hundreds of research publications to his name, his work is recognised by experts both in India and abroad. Many procedures he performed for the first time in India are now standard practice nationwide.
Qualifications
- MBBS: Recognised Medical Institution.
- MD (Medicine): Recognised Medical Institution.
- DM (Cardiology): AIIMS, New Delhi.
Awards & Recognition
- Chairman – Interventional Cardiology, Fortis Escorts.
- President – Indian Council for Carotid Therapeutics.
- US Patent Holder for Carotid Stenting Device.
- Chief of Cath Lab – Fortis Escorts Heart Institute.
Specialities & Expertise
- Complex Coronary and Structural Heart Interventions (TAVR, Mitra Clip).
- Endovascular Procedures (Carotid and Aortic Graft Stenting).
- Peripheral Arterial and Venous Angioplasty.
- Adult VSD Closure and LAAO.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI).
Patient Experience & Approach
Dr. Atul Mathur is recognised for his visionary approach and accuracy. He concentrates on developing sophisticated solutions that would help him treat cardiac problems in a nonsurgical way. His vast knowledge becomes invaluable when he treats patients with carotid or aortic conditions, which require much attention from the surgeon. Dr. Atul Mathur loves teaching people about how his unique techniques make the recovery process safe.