Prof of Cardiology, AIIMS, ND
New Delhi, India
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Golden Hour Saves Lives!
Treatment in the first 60 mins can ABORT a heart attack. Yet, 90% of Indians miss it!
3 things to do when suspecting heart attack!!
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Credit to the EP team in Bern for this excellent remapping study after either RF or PFA. Mandated remapping is much better than remapping for symptoms jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacep…
A) PFA no better than RF for durable PVI
B) Recapitulates GAP study showing that AF still occurs in one-third of durably isolated PVs and 72% of those with reconnected veins DID NOT have AF at one year
This is the crux of our problem in EP: we don't understand the pathophysiology of the condition. PVs get isolated because we can. @TobiasReichlin
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Keralam CM calls out ‘unnecessary’ angioplasty: Who needs a stent, who doesn’t? indianexpress.com/article/ex…
After high blood pressure, poor dietary practices is the second leading cause of cardiovascular diseases in India! Knowledge dissemination on virtues of traditional Indian diet is the need of the hour!
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10 Simple Dietary Rules for a Healthy Heart
Watch Prof. Dr. Ambuj Roy from the Department of Cardiology, AIIMS New Delhi, share essential dietary guidelines to keep your heart healthy and prevent heart disease.
🎥 Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/zzHaAfY6n…
#WorldHeartDay
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Union Health Secretary Smt. Punya Salila Srivastava participated in a stakeholder workshop on strengthening Health Professional Education for Cardiometabolic Diseases (CMD), organised by @aiims_newdelhi under the Partnership for Education of Health Professionals (PEP) programme.
The workshop brought together experts, policymakers and health professionals to discuss practical approaches to strengthen knowledge, skills and capacity for prevention and management of heart disease, diabetes and other cardiometabolic conditions.
Such collaborative platforms are important to align education and training with emerging health needs and strengthen the preparedness of health professionals to address India’s growing burden of NCDs.
#CardiometabolicHealth #CapacityBuilding
#HealthForAll
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Strengthening Health Professional Education for Cardiometabolic Disease (CMD) in India.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, through its Centre of Excellence for the Education of Health Professionals led by Prof Nikhil Tandon and Ambuj Roy, is bringing together experts, policymakers, programme leaders, and academic partners for a stakeholder workshop under the Partnership for Education of Health Professionals (PEP) programme.
The workshop brings together Advisory Committee members, subject-matter experts, NCD State Nodal Officers, representatives from ICMR and NHSRC, and faculty from academic institutions to reflect on findings from the project’s formative phase and chart the way forward.
Through discussions on pre-service and in-service education, implementation priorities, training needs, and potential challenges, the workshop aims to gather diverse perspectives and co-design approaches that can strengthen CMD education for health professionals across India.
At its core, the workshop is about turning evidence and stakeholder experience into practical approaches for building capacity, strengthening health professions education, and improving preparedness to address the growing burden of cardiometabolic diseases.
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Strengthening Health Professional Education for Cardiometabolic Disease (CMD) in India.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, through its Centre of Excellence led by for the Education of Health Professionals Prof Nikhil Tandon and Ambuj Roy, is bringing together experts, policymakers, programme leaders, and academic partners for a stakeholder workshop under the Partnership for Education of Health Professionals (PEP) programme.
The workshop brings together Advisory Committee members, subject-matter experts, NCD State Nodal Officers, representatives from @ICMRDELHI and @NHSRCINDIA, and faculty from academic institutions to reflect on findings from the project’s formative phase and chart the way forward.
Through discussions on pre-service and in-service education, implementation priorities, training needs, and potential challenges, the workshop aims to gather diverse perspectives and co-design approaches that can strengthen CMD education for health professionals across India.
At its core, the workshop is about turning evidence and stakeholder experience into practical approaches for building capacity, strengthening health professions education, and improving preparedness to address the growing burden of cardiometabolic diseases.
@aiims_newdelhi #CardiometabolicHealth #HealthProfessionsEducation #CapacityBuilding #DigitalHealth #PEPProgramme
One more well conducted trial- same result. No benefit of routine CT angiography over routine risk driven management!
Presented at #ESCCongress:
In patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome without myocardial infarction, routine CT coronary angiography did not result in a lower incidence of myocardial infarction or death from a cardiac cause than standard care. Full TARGET-CTCA trial results: nej.md/4wH7Yk7
@escardio
ALT A figure from the Original Article "Targeted Use of Computed Tomographic Coronary Angiography in Acute Chest Pain." The trial name, TARGET-CTCA, is in parentheses after the title. The figure shows the incidence of myocardial infarction or death from a cardiac cause. The trial results are being presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2026. The logo of the New England Journal of Medicine is at the bottom.
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Parents of children #below #fouryears will now have to be more #cautious about giving them combination medicines for #cold symptoms, with the Centre restricting the manufacture, sale and distribution of all fixed-dose combinations (#FDCs) containing #chlorpheniraminemaleate and #phenylephrinehydrochloride.
The government has said these combinations may pose risks to children below four and that safer alternatives are available. Manufacturers have been ordered to carry a prominent warning on the drug label, package insert and promotional material stating: “Fixed Dose Combination shall not be used in children below four years of age.”
@timesofindia @MoHFW_INDIA
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Over 50,000 unidentified bodies are recovered every year and 4.84 lakh people were reported missing in 2023.
UMID (उम्मीद) is India's first national DNA database and identification portal for missing persons and unidentified dead bodies. It analyses photographs, anthropometry, tattoos or marks, clothing and DNA profiles to help identify unknown bodies.
Developed by the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, AIIMS, New Delhi in collaboration with ICMR, UMID connects centres across the country so that unidentified bodies and missing persons can be reunited with their families.
#UMID #AIIMSNewDelhi #MissingPersons #ForensicMedicine
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In Parliament today, I spoke on the “cut money” arrangement between some doctors and diagnostic centres/ pathology labs.
Diagnostic centres call it "marketing expense." Doctors call it "referral commission." All gets added to Patient's hospital bill.
A silent transaction that isn't about your treatment. It's about who referred you.
Watch this before your next medical test.
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When it comes to the #heart, why #prevention is better than cure . @timesofindia @aiims_newdelhi @drambujroy
CT scan of heart is a powerful diagnotic for heart disease. However it needs wiser not wider use! podcasts.apple.com/in/podcas…
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Is a routine Heart CT scan really necessary for everyone? 🫀🔍
While Heart CT Angiography is a vital diagnostic tool, routine screening in healthy individuals can often cause unnecessary anxiety without adding real health benefits.
In a recent feature, Dr. Ambuj Roy, Professor of Cardiology at AIIMS New Delhi, shares essential takeaways:
- Selective, Not Universal: Best reserved for individuals with specific symptoms like chest pain.
- Prevents Unnecessary Anxiety: Minor, non-threatening findings often trigger fear without changing outcomes.
- Blockage ≠ Immediate Surgery: Most stable conditions are best managed with medication and lifestyle changes.
- Focus on Proven Prevention: BP and diabetes control, a balanced diet, exercise, and avoiding tobacco yield the best protection.
#HeartHealth #Cardiology #PreventiveCare
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#Heart #CTscans are increasingly being promoted as a way to detect blocked arteries early, particularly after reports of sudden cardiac deaths in young people. But should healthy people get the test as part of a routine health check-up? Dr Ambuj Roy, Professor of Cardiology at AIIMS, New Delhi, explains when the scan is useful, when it is unnecessary, and why using it in the wrong people can sometimes do more harm than good. @drambujroy @timesofindia @aiims_newdelhi @MoHFW_INDIA @JPNadda
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"PCSK9 inhibitors have so far been available only as injections every two or four weeks. The new #oraltherapy lowers LDL, or 'bad' #cholesterol, by about 50-60%, making it a promising option for patients who prefer to avoid injections," said Dr Ambuj Roy, Professor of Cardiology at AIIMS Delhi. @drambujroy @timesofindia @CDSCO_INDIA_INF @MoHFW_INDIA @aiims_newdelhi
Explained: A new pill that can cut bad cholesterol by 60% indianexpress.com/article/ex…
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Where compassion meets excellence in healthcare.
Congratulations to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, for being ranked India's No. 1 Medical College in the India Today Best Colleges Survey 2026.
Celebrating 30 years of recognising institutions that continue to lead the way in medical education, clinical excellence, research, and patient care.
Explore the complete rankings at bestcolleges.indiatoday.in
#IndiaTodayBestColleges #BestColleges2026 #AIIMS #MedicalEducation #Healthcare #ClinicalExcellence #MedicalResearch #CollegeRankings #IndiaTodayGroup
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#WATCH | Cardiologist at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, Professor Dr Ambuj Roy says that high #BloodPressure or #Hypertension is the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in India, accounting for nearly 16 lakh deaths every year.
Professor Roy says around 30 crore people in the country are living with hypertension, with prevalence rates of nearly 25% in rural areas and 33% in urban areas.
@aiims_newdelhi @MoHFW_INDIA
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While hypertension is often called a "silent killer," it is highly manageable with the right approach.
In this special video, Dr. Ambuj Roy, Professor at
Department of Cardiology, breaks down the critical facts you need to know about high blood pressure.
This #WorldHypertensionDay, take control of your cardiovascular health. Listen to the expert advice, share this video with your family, and make regular tracking a priority.
Watch now and stay informed.
#WorldHypertensionDay2026 #HeartHealth #CheckYourBP