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Dr. Kishor Avasarala, MD is a cardiac electrophysiologist specializing in cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm) and pediatric cardiology. He graduated from Government Medical College, Bellary. Dr. Kishor Avasarala, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health, John Muir Health, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, Hill Physicians and UCSF PEDIATRICS ASSOCIATES.
2303 Camino Ramon #175
CA
2303 Camino Ramon Suite 175
San Ramon, CA 94583
747 52nd Street
Oakland, CA
747 52nd Street Suite 223
Oakland, CA 94609
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Kishor Avasarala, MD graduated from Government Medical College, Bellary. He completed residency at New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: Government Medical College, Bellary
Residency: New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: California
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kishor Avasarala, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Roche Health Solutions Inc. |
$193,500
POC CoaguChek Meters, Strips and Accessories $112,900 |
PD POC Ambulatory Care or Coagulation $59,800 |
PD - POC Ambulatory Care - Coagulation $13,000 |
POC cobas Accutrend Meters, Strips and Assessories $7,800 |
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Boston Scientific Corporation |
$993
TACHY LEAD $919 |
SQ-RX PULSE GENERATOR $43 |
Tachy System $30 |
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Medtronic Vascular, Inc. |
$878
Evera $216 |
Cardiac Diagnostics and Monitoring $162 |
Cardiac Monitors - Insertable $101 |
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy - CRT $101 |
Pacemakers $84 |
Other $214 |
LifeWatch Services Inc |
$12
LifeStar ACT $12 |
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $113,600 |
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Consulting Fee | $79,900 |
Food and Beverage | $1,061 |
Travel and Lodging | $823 |
Dr. Kishor Avasarala is a medical specialist in pediatric cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology (heart rhythm). His education and training includes medical school at Government Medical College, Bellary and residency at a hospital affiliated with New York Medical College. Dr. Avasarala is especially interested in heart problems. In addition to English, Dr. Avasarala (or staff) speaks Hindi. His professional affiliations include UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, Hill Physicians, and John Muir Health.