Dr. Gajanan Deorao Khadkikar
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
DM Cardiology | Clinical & Interventional Heart Specialist
Monday to Saturday
Dr. Gajanan Deorao Khadkikar
DM – Cardiology
Gujarat University
DNB – General Medicine
National Board of Examinations, Delhi
MBBS – MUHS University
MGM Medical College, Aurangabad
ABOUT DR. GAJANAN DEORAO KHADKIKAR
Dr. Gajanan Deorao Khadkikar is a highly skilled Interventional Cardiologist with extensive expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heart diseases, coronary artery disease, heart failure, hypertension, and advanced cardiac interventions.
With specialised training in DM Cardiology and over 13+ years of combined experience in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, Dr. Khadkikar has developed expertise in coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, echocardiography, ICCU management, and emergency cardiac care.
He has served at prestigious institutions including Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College & SVP Hospital, Ahmedabad, and currently practices as a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Synergy Group of Hospitals, Pimpri, Pune.
Dr. Khadkikar has extensive experience in the management of heart attacks (myocardial infarction), coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, diabetic heart disease, and preventive cardiology, with a patient-centric approach focused on accurate diagnosis, early intervention, and long-term heart health.
His philosophy centres around preventive cardiology, evidence-based treatment, minimally invasive cardiac procedures, and patient education for lifelong cardiovascular wellness.
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
“Heart care is not just about treating disease — it is about prevention, timely intervention, and helping patients lead healthier and longer lives through informed care.”
Dr. Khadkikar follows a structured and comprehensive cardiac care approach, with emphasis on:
- Accurate cardiac diagnosis and risk assessment
- Preventive heart care and lifestyle modification
- Early intervention for heart disease
- Minimally invasive cardiac procedures
- Emergency cardiac care and critical management
- Long-term cardiovascular disease prevention
- Personalized treatment planning
- Patient education and preventive cardiology
INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY SPECIALITY
Interventional cardiology forms the core of Dr. Khadkikar’s clinical expertise.
He specialises in minimally invasive catheter-based cardiac procedures used for diagnosing and treating blocked arteries and heart conditions without major surgery.
His expertise includes:
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty (Stenting)
- Radial Approach Cardiac Interventions
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- ICD (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) Implantation
- Emergency Cardiac Intervention for Heart Attack
His treatment philosophy focuses on timely diagnosis, restoring blood flow, preserving heart function, and preventing future cardiac complications.
PREVENTIVE AND CLINICAL CARDIOLOGY
Dr. Khadkikar strongly advocates preventive cardiology, helping patients identify risk factors early and reduce the chances of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular complications.
He provides treatment and long-term management for:
- High blood pressure (Hypertension)
- Diabetes-related heart disease
- High cholesterol and dyslipidaemia
- Coronary artery disease
- Chest pain and angina
- Heart rhythm disorders
- Heart failure management
His goal is to improve heart health through a combination of medical management, lifestyle guidance, advanced diagnostics, and intervention when needed.
HEART FAILURE AND CRITICAL CARDIAC CARE
Dr. Khadkikar has extensive experience in critical care cardiology and ICCU management, including treatment of:
- Heart failure
- Acute coronary syndrome
- Severe hypertension
- Arrhythmias
- Critical cardiac emergencies
- ICU-based cardiovascular care
He is experienced in managing complex cardiac cases requiring continuous monitoring and advanced intervention.
CONDITIONS TREATED
Heart and Coronary Conditions
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Heart attack (Myocardial Infarction)
- Chest pain (Angina)
- Blocked heart arteries
- Heart valve-related conditions
Cardiac Rhythm Disorders
- Arrhythmias
- Irregular heartbeat
- Slow heart rate requiring pacemaker
- Rhythm abnormalities requiring ICD implantation
Heart Function Disorders
- Heart failure
- Weak heart function
- Cardiomyopathy
Lifestyle and Risk Factor Conditions
- High blood pressure (Hypertension)
- Diabetes-related heart disease
- High cholesterol (Dyslipidaemia)
- Stroke-related cardiovascular risk
Emergency and Critical Cardiac Conditions
- Acute chest pain
- Emergency cardiac care
- Cardiac ICU management
- Critical heart disease
PROCEDURES PERFORMED
Interventional Cardiac Procedures
- Coronary angiography
- Coronary angioplasty (stenting)
- Radial artery cardiac interventions
- Emergency heart attack intervention
Device Implantation Procedures
- Permanent pacemaker implantation
- ICD implantation (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator)
Cardiac Diagnostics
- Echocardiography (2D Echo)
- Treadmill test (TMT)
- Clinical cardiac evaluation
- Risk factor assessment
Critical Care Cardiology
- ICCU management
- Heart failure management
- Acute coronary syndrome management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist (5.5+ Years)
Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College & SVP Hospital, Ahmedabad (2019–2023)
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Synergy Group of Hospitals, Pimpri, Pune (September 2023 onwards)
Consultant Physician (8+ Years)
Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Pimpri, Pune (2014–2019)
Senior Registrar – Neurotrauma & Stroke Unit
Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune (2009–2010)
ACADEMIC CONTRIBUTIONS & RESEARCH
Dr. Khadkikar has actively contributed to cardiology research, case reports, and academic publications in reputed international journals, particularly in:
- Echocardiography and congenital cardiac anomalies
- Coronary artery disease
- Pulmonary embolism diagnosis
- Myocardial infarction in women
- Cardiovascular risk factors and diabetes
- Stroke-related cardiovascular conditions
He has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and presented scientific papers at national and international conferences.
HONOURS & ACHIEVEMENTS
First Prize – Global Cardio Diabetes Conclave 2020
For paper presentation in cardiovascular research.
SPECIAL INTEREST AREAS
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty
- Preventive Cardiology
- Heart Failure Management
- Echocardiography
- Hypertension Management
- Pacemaker & ICD Implantation
- Clinical Cardiology
- Emergency Cardiac Care
- Diabetic Heart Disease
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
- English
- Marathi
- Hindi
- Gujarati
- Tamil
