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DM (Cardiology)
The DM Cardiology program at Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad trains physicians to become experts in diagnosing and managing complex heart conditions. With advanced clinical exposure, interventional procedures, and academic research, the program shapes future leaders in cardiovascular care.
Overview
The Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Cardiology at KVV Karad is a super-specialty medical program that prepares doctors for advanced clinical and academic roles in cardiovascular medicine. The course provides rigorous training in diagnosing, treating, and preventing heart diseases while fostering research, ethical practice, and leadership in cardiology.
The DM in Cardiology program fosters comprehensive clinical expertise and procedural skills through specialized departments in:
Cardiovascular pathophysiology and pharmacology
Echocardiography, angiography, and catheter-based interventions
Arrhythmias and electrophysiology
Advanced cardiac life support & emergencies
Preventive cardiology & rehabilitation
Interventional cardiology (angioplasty, pacemakers, IABP)
Heart failure, ischemic heart disease, valvular and congenital heart conditions
Cardiovascular pathophysiology and pharmacology
Students explore cardiology from basics to breakthroughs—mastering ECG interpretation, cardiac imaging, interventional procedures, arrhythmia management, and heart failure care—building advanced clinical skills for specialized cardiac practice and research.
Core Curriculum (Traditional Undergraduate)
Year 1:
Year
Training Focus
Key Subjects/Modules
Year 1:
Core concepts
- Basic Sciences
- Diagnostic Cardiology
- ECG
- Echo
- TMT
Year 2:
Year
Training Focus
Key Subjects/Modules
Year 2:
Advanced practice
- Interventions
- Cath Lab techniques
- Pacemaker
- ICD
Year 3:
Year
Training Focus
Key Subjects/Modules
Year 3:
Clinical integration
- Preventive cardiology
- Cardiac Surgery Observation
- Research Project
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 2 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Must have a recognized postgraduate degree (M.S.) in the relevant subject.
- Should have permanent registration with the Medical Council of India or State Medical Council (within one month of admission).
- Must be able to work as a full-time resident student for 3 years.
- Selection will follow the rules of the respective institution and MCI guidelines.
- Admission is based on NEET-SS merit, with a minimum 5th percentile or as per Government norms.
- Must attend at least 80% of classes and show satisfactory academic performance throughout the course.
- Duration:
- 3 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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