About Dr. Robert Mao
Dr. Robert Mao is a senior interventional cardiologist based in Chennai with more than 35 years of clinical experience in cardiovascular medicine. His work covers coronary artery disease, angioplasty, heart rhythm disorders, structural heart disease, heart failure, and complex cardiovascular conditions requiring catheter-based treatment.
He practices as a Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals on Greams Road in Chennai, where he is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with both routine and complex cardiac problems.
Dr. Mao completed his MBBS in 1977 and MD in General Medicine in 1980. He later completed his DM in Cardiology in 1982. His professional background also includes fellowships with major cardiovascular and medical societies.
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Focus Areas
- Coronary artery disease
- Coronary angiography
- Percutaneous coronary intervention and angioplasty
- Permanent pacemaker implantation
- Implantable cardioverter defibrillator placement
- Structural heart disease
- Transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- ASD, VSD, and PDA device closure
- Heart failure management
- Cardiac rhythm disorders
- Aortic disease and vascular interventions
- Complex cardiovascular conditions
Patients can learn more about coronary heart disease through the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. MedlinePlus also provides information about angioplasty and stent placement, including why these procedures may be performed.
For patients with rhythm problems, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute explains the role of pacemakers in helping regulate abnormal heart rhythms.
Interventional Cardiology and Patient Care Approach
Interventional cardiology uses catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat certain heart and blood vessel conditions without requiring traditional open-heart surgery in every case. The best approach depends on the patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, imaging results, general health, and severity of cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Mao’s practice includes coronary angiography and PCI for patients with narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. These procedures may involve balloon angioplasty and stent placement to improve blood flow to the heart muscle when clinically appropriate.
His work also includes device-based treatment for heart rhythm problems, including permanent pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators. In selected patients with structural heart disease, catheter-based procedures such as TAVR or device closure of congenital heart defects may provide an alternative to conventional surgery.
Education and Credentials
Dr. Robert Mao completed his MBBS in 1977, followed by an MD in General Medicine in 1980 and advanced DM training in Cardiology in 1982.
His professional qualifications include fellowships with the European Society of Cardiology, Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, College of Chest Physicians, and Indian College of Cardiology. He is also professionally registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council.
Clinic Information
Dr. Mao practices at Apollo Hospitals on Greams Road in Chennai as a Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist. His outpatient services are generally associated with weekday and Saturday consultations, although schedules may change.
Patients should confirm current OPD timings, consultation fees, telehealth availability, insurance arrangements, and procedure scheduling directly with Apollo Hospitals before visiting.
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