Heart Attack (MI)
A heart attack (myocardial infarction) occurs when a coronary artery is blocked by a blood clot, cutting off oxygen to heart muscle. Every minute of delay causes irreversible muscle death. Iswarya Hospital's 24×7 Digital Catheterisation Lab performs emergency primary PCI (angioplasty) with urgent cardiac assessment — a critical benchmark for saving heart muscle. NABH Certified cardiac emergency team available round the clock. Call 044 2025 2025 immediately.
Symptoms of Heart Attack (MI)
- Sudden chest pain or pressure lasting more than 2 minutes
- Pain radiating to left arm, jaw, neck or back
- Shortness of breath with or without chest pain
- Cold sweats, nausea, and light-headedness
- Extreme fatigue or sense of impending doom
When to see a doctor for Heart Attack (MI)
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for an appointment callback. Seek emergency care. For a routine concern, our care team can help you choose the appropriate specialist. This page cannot diagnose your symptoms.
Treatment for Heart Attack (MI) at Iswarya Hospital
Complete spectrum of cardiac services including non-invasive cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, and cardiac rehabilitation. Emergency angioplasty available 24×7.
- → Angioplasty
- → Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- → CT Calcium Score (Coronary Calcium Scoring)
- → Pacemaker Implantation
- → Stent Placement (Cardiac)
Cardiology specialists for Heart Attack (MI)
Heart Attack (MI) FAQs
What are the common symptoms of Heart Attack (MI)?
Common symptoms of Heart Attack (MI) include: Sudden chest pain or pressure lasting more than 2 minutes; Pain radiating to left arm, jaw, neck or back; Shortness of breath with or without chest pain; Cold sweats, nausea, and light-headedness; Extreme fatigue or sense of impending doom.
Which specialist treats Heart Attack (MI) at Iswarya Hospital?
Heart Attack (MI) is treated by the Cardiology team at Iswarya Hospital, OMR Chennai. Specialists include Dr. S. Muthukkumaran, Prof. Dr. K. Subramanyan, Dr. Durgadevi.
Where can I get Heart Attack (MI) treated in Chennai?
Iswarya Hospital, 110 Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Kottivakkam, Chennai 600041. Call 044 2025 2025 to book a consultation with the Cardiology department. View Cardiology Department →
When should I see a doctor for Heart Attack (MI)?
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for an appointment callback. Seek emergency care. For a routine concern, our care team can help you choose the appropriate specialist. This page cannot diagnose your symptoms.
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