Specialty : Cardiology
City : Kolkata
Hospital : Apollo Hospitals
Degree(s) : DM (Cardiology) MD (General Medicine)
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Dr Ashfaque Ahmed is an eminent cardiologist who diagnoses and treats conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. He specializes in treating heart conditions like heart attack, hypertension, coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. He also deals with aortic aneurysms, arrhythmias, cardiac myopathy, valvular heart diseases and congenital heart defects.
Cardiologists specialize in maintaining heart health and preventing heart diseases. They can help prevent heart disease by identifying risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. They can also detect early signs of heart disease through routine screenings and diagnostic tests, allowing for early intervention and treatment. Cardiologists like Dr Ahmed work closely with patients and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients with heart-related conditions.
Cardiologists like Dr Ashfaque perform diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms (ECGs), echocardiograms, stress tests, CT scans and cardiac catheterizations to help diagnose heart conditions. Based on the condition, he may prescribe medications such as blood thinners, antiarrhythmics, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers and diuretics.
He is also proficient in interventional procedures such as angioplasty, stenting and atherectomy to treat blocked arteries and improve blood flow to the heart. Moreover, Dr A Ahmed may recommend lifestyle changes to improve cardiovascular health. These include heart-healthy diets, regular exercise, quitting smoking and managing stress.
With 12 years of experience, Dr Ashfaque Ahmed is one of the most renowned cardiologists in Kolkata. He says, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Take care of your heart today, so it can take care of you tomorrow."