Dr V J Karthikeyan

Dr Karthikeyan is a consultant cardiologist, specialising in Interventional Cardiology and works at Wigan and Wythenshawe Hospitals.  On completion of his general medical training and a higher research degree in cardiovascular medicine in the West Midlands, he embarked on a structured training programme in cardiology in the Mersey Deanery, including high intensity sub-specialty training in percutaneous coronary intervention at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. As a consultant cardiologist, he has been treating patients with a wide spectrum of cardiovascular diseases. He keeps himself up to date with scientific progress and evidence-based practice in cardiology and has developed valuable personal attributes including leadership and multi-disciplinary partnership, which enable him to provide high quality, effective and efficient patient-centred care. Professional Memberships: British Cardiovascular Society British Cardiovascular Intervention Society European Society of Cardiology Royal College of Physicians, London American College of Cardiology

Ischaemic Heart Disease, angina, coronary artery diseaseHigh blood pressure, hypercholesterolemiaAtrial fibrillation, Heart Failure