Dr. Vijay Shankar C S
Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery
•30+ years experience
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch
English, Tamil
Apollo Hospitals Greams Road
Greams Road, Thousand Lights West Chennai Tamil Nadu
About Doctor
Dr. Vijay Shankar CS is a distinguished Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon based in Chennai, renowned for his expertise in clinical cardiology, chest pain management, and treating severe heart conditions. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Vijay specializes in providing comprehensive care to patients with cardiac ailments. His proficiency extends to addressing critical conditions such as blood clot in the lungs, coronary artery disease, mitral valve collapse, and cardiomyopathy. For individuals grappling with these cardiac issues, seeking consultation with a cardiothoracic surgeon like Dr. Vijay is imperative for accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. Dr. Shankar employs advanced diagnostic tools including ECG, X-ray, and computerized tomography to assess heart function. Additionally, he may recommend stress tests and angiograms for a thorough evaluation, procedures that only seasoned experts can perform. After a meticulous evaluation, Dr. Vijay Shankar devises personalized treatment strategies, which may include prescription medications like thrombolytic drugs, blood thinners, aspirin, and artery relaxers. In some cases, antidepressants may be prescribed to manage cardiovascular stress and monitor heart response effectively. Dr. Vijay Shankar's extensive experience, complemented by his academic credentials including MBBS, MS (General Surgery), and M.Ch, positions him as one of Chennai's premier heart specialists. His commitment to improving heart health and enhancing individuals' day-to-day lives underscores his dedication to patient care. Dr. Shankar emphasizes, Good heart health is pivotal to daily activities, and our mission is to optimize it. You can find Dr. Vijay Shankar CS offering his expert services at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road in Chennai, where he provides a comprehensive range of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery services to address various cardiac conditions. If you're seeking Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery in chennai neyveli , chennai abhiramapuram , chennai acharapakkam , chennai choolai , chennai choolaimedu , chennai chromepet , chennai chengalpet , chennai kalpakkam , chennai kottivakkam , chennai kumbakonam , chennai madipakkam , chennai medavakkam , chennai mugalivakkam , chennai mogappair-east , chennai mogappair-west , chennai moolakadai , chennai palavanthangal , chennai r-t-nagar , chennai santhome , chennai shenoy-nagar , chennai thiruninravur , chennai tindivanam , chennai triplicane , chennai tirunelveli , chennai trichy , chennai vepery , chennai vandavasi , chennai villupuram , chennai mahindra-world-city , chennai noble-hospitals , chennai sowkhya-ayurveda-speciality-clinic , chennai hariharan-diabetes-hospital , chennai vasantha-hospital , chennai sri-venkateswara-c-m-hospital , chennai coimbatore , chennai mahabalipuram , chennai mylapore , chennai mandaveli , chennai nandanam , chennai nungambakkam , chennai royapettah , chennai shenoy-nagar , chennai tnagar , chennai teynampet , chennai vadapalani , chennai west-mambalam , chennai motherhood-hospital , chennai billroth-hospitals , chennai amrit-hospital , chennai jehovah-dental-center , chennai laksha-hospital , chennai best-hospital , chennai kumaran-hospital , chennai sakthi-hospital , chennai k-h-m-hospital , chennai adithya-hospital Dr. Vijay Shankar C S is the right choice for expert care and treatment of your Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery needs. Book an appointment today and experience top-notch medical care.
Conditions and Procedures
Top Conditions Treated
- •Aortic valve disease
- •Atrial Fibrillation
- •Cardiomyopathy
- •Coronary artery disease
- •Gaucher Disease
- •Myocarditis
- •Long QT Syndrome
- •Pericardial effusion
- •Pericarditis
- •Pulmonary atresia
- •Pulmonary Hypertension
- •Sick sinus syndrome
- •Tricuspid atresia
- •Truncus arteriosus
- •Hole In The Heart
- •Kawasaki Disease
- •Angina
- •Sepsis
- •Loeys Dietz Syndrome
- •Mediastinal
- •Tetralogy Of Fallot
Work Experience
Dr. Vijay Shankar S is a cardiothoracic surgeon with 30+ years of experience
Memberships
He is a member of Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Fellow in Coronary Artery Surgery at the University of Wisconsin, USA
Registration
22098
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FAQs
How can I take an appointment with Dr Vijay Shankar C S ?
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Where does Dr Vijay Shankar C S practice?
Dr Vijay Shankar C S offers online consultations on our web platform Apollo 24/7 and Apollo 24/7 App. Also, available for physical consultations at the following locations:
Apollo Hospitals Greams Road,Chennai
What is the educational qualification of Dr Vijay Shankar C S ?
Dr Vijay Shankar C S is a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon with over 30 Yrs. years of experience and has the following qualifications -MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch
What languages can Dr Vijay Shankar C S speak?
Dr Vijay Shankar C S can speak English, Tamil.
Why do patients visit Dr Vijay Shankar C S?
Patients visit Dr Vijay Shankar C S for Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery related problems. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Apollo 24|7.