Dr. P R L N Prasad
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Dr. P R L N Prasad

Consultant — Cardiology

Interventional Cardiologist

Gleneagles Hospitals, Bengaluru Bengaluru, India 23+ Years Experience
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About Dr. P R L N Prasad

Dr. P R L N Prasad is a Consultant in Interventional Cardiology with over 23 years of dedicated clinical practice. Holding qualifications in MBBS, DNB (Medicine), and DNB (Cardiology), he combines rigorous medical training with deep practical expertise in managing the full spectrum of cardiac conditions. His foundation in academic medicine and interventional techniques has made him a trusted cardiologist across the Indian healthcare landscape.

Dr. Prasad specializes in complex coronary interventions, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, coronary angioplasty with stenting, and advanced procedures including pacemaker and ICD implantation. He also manages valvular heart disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation with both pharmacological and device-based approaches. His clinical judgment and technical skill allow him to tailor treatment plans to each patient's individual physiology and preferences, ensuring optimal outcomes.

Dr. Prasad regularly treats international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia who seek high-quality cardiac care at a fraction of costs in their home countries. His fluency in English, Hindi, and Kannada, combined with his patient-centered philosophy, makes cross-border patients feel welcomed and understood. He believes that transparent communication and collaborative decision-making are cornerstones of successful cardiac treatment.

Based at Gleneagles Hospitals, Bengaluru—one of India's leading multi-specialty institutions—Dr. Prasad benefits from state-of-the-art catheterization labs, advanced imaging, and comprehensive ICU support. Gleneagles Bengaluru maintains NABH accreditation and international quality standards, ensuring international patients receive world-standard facilities and nursing care. The hospital's established international patient services desk facilitates seamless travel, visa support, and accommodation coordination.

International patients choosing Dr. Prasad gain access to cutting-edge interventional cardiology in a cost-effective setting, with the reassurance of NABH-accredited hospital infrastructure and a cardiologist who has mentored younger colleagues and contributed significantly to cardiac care delivery in India.

Conditions Treated by Dr. P R L N Prasad

  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Acute Myocardial Infarction
  • Heart Failure
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Valvular Heart Disease
  • Arrhythmias
  • Cardiac Angina
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Palpitations
  • Hypertension with Cardiac Complications
  • Dyslipidemia and Coronary Risk

Areas of Interest

  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting
  • Coronary Artery Disease Management
  • Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization
  • Echocardiogram
  • Heart Failure Management
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • ICD Implantation
  • Valvular Heart Disease Management
  • Atrial Fibrillation Management
  • TAVI / TAVR

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • DNB (Medicine)
  • DNB (Cardiology)

Work Experience

  • Consultant, Interventional Cardiology — Gleneagles Hospitals, Bengaluru, India
  • 23+ years of clinical cardiology and interventional cardiac practice

Certifications (3)

  • MBBS

    Medical University

  • DNB (Medicine)

    National Board of Examinations

  • DNB (Cardiology)

    National Board of Examinations

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (3)

    Outcomes of Coronary Angioplasty in Chronic Stable Angina: A Single-Center Experience

    Indian Heart Journal

    Long-term Follow-up of Patients with Drug-Eluting Stents in Complex Coronary Lesions

    Journal of Interventional Cardiology

    Safety and Efficacy of Temporary Pacemaker Placement in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Conduction Abnormalities

    Indian Journal of Cardiology

    Procedures

    Coronary Angiography Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with StentingDiagnostic Cardiac CatheterizationPacemaker Implantation ICD (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) ImplantationTAVI/TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation)Echocardiography Transoesophageal EchocardiographyElectrophysiology StudiesRight Heart Catheterization

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can book a consultation through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated platform by submitting their medical history and current scans via email or WhatsApp. Dr. Prasad offers video consultations for initial assessments, allowing patients from the Gulf, Africa, and SAARC regions to discuss their condition and receive preliminary guidance before traveling to Bengaluru. Once travel is confirmed, Gaf Healthcare coordinates hospital admission, diagnostic testing, and in-person consultations with Dr. Prasad at Gleneagles Hospitals.