About the Department

The Department of Cardiology at AIIMS Gorakhpur was established in mid-2024
with the vision of providing tertiary cardiac care to large, underserved areas of Eastern Uttar Pradesh
and adjoining regions. Alongside patient services, the department was envisioned to train fellows in
up-to-date, guideline-based management of cardiac conditions, while also promoting quality research in the field of Cardiology.

Within a short span of time, the department has witnessed a total footfall of nearly
25,000 patients (including about 4,000 referred patients) and has successfully conducted approximately 2,500 echocardiography (ECHO) studies.

Currently Available Services

• Outpatient (OPD) and Inpatient (IPD) Services:
  The Department of Cardiology provides comprehensive care through daily outpatient services addressing a wide spectrum of cardiac illnesses.
  Inpatient services are currently provided through the Department of Medicine via central emergency services.
  The department will soon introduce a dedicated Coronary Care Unit (CCU) equipped with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Specialty Clinics:
  With further expansion, the department plans to establish specialized clinics such as Heart Failure Clinic, Valvular Heart Disease Clinic, and Pacemaker Clinic.
• Diagnostic Services:
  Currently available diagnostic facilities include 2D Echocardiography (ECHO), Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM),
  24-hour Holter monitoring, and Treadmill Test (TMT). These additions are expanding the scope of non-invasive diagnostic services.
• Medical Education & Training:
  At present, the department trains General Medicine academic residents in performing echocardiography and managing cardiac emergencies.
  In the near future, the department plans to launch a D.M. Cardiology program along with Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) courses in Interventional Cardiology.
• Community Outreach Programs:
  Regular patient awareness and education programs are conducted for individuals visiting the department, promoting preventive and early management of cardiac conditions.