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Best Cardiologists in Vasai-Virar
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Cardiologists in Vasai-Virar at a glance
Quick facts about Vasai-Virar and its healthcare system. Hospital, bed and doctor figures are estimates scaled from state and national data, because no public source counts them city by city.
| City population (2025 estimate) | 1.7 million (17 lakh)Census 2011 scaled by a growth factor (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Population rank among top-100 cities | #46Mid (1-2M) |
| Estimated hospital beds in the city | ~3,000State beds per 1,000 x city population |
| Estimated ICU beds | ~150ICU assumed at 5% of beds |
| Estimated hospitals (public + private) | ~41Scaled from state totals |
| Estimated practising doctors, all systems | ~2,000National ratio of 1 per 811 people |
| Estimated nurses and midwives | ~3,700National ratio of 2.23 per 1,000 |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 (state) | 1.83India average about 1.39; Above avg |
| Private share of hospital beds (state) | 78%2019-era estimate |
| Infant mortality (state, 2024) | 13 per 1,000 live birthsIndia: 24 (SRS 2024) |
| Life expectancy at birth (state, 2023, modelled) | 74.5 yearsIndia: about 72 |
Vasai-Virar has an estimated 1.7 million (17 lakh) residents in 2025, based on Census 2011 scaled forward with a growth factor, so treat it as approximate. That makes it number 46 among the 100 largest cities in this directory, and falls in our Mid (1-2M) size band. At the assumed growth of 2.2% a year, it would reach about 1.8 million by 2030, so demand for cardiologists and every other speciality is likely to keep rising.
Scaling Maharashtra's 1.83 beds per 1,000 people (the India-wide figure is about 1.39) to the city's population gives roughly 3,000 hospital beds in Vasai-Virar, including about 150 ICU beds, spread across an estimated 41 hospitals (about 9 public and 32 private). That is about 546 residents for every bed and around 73 beds per hospital on average. Measured against the WHO's often-quoted benchmark of 3 beds per 1,000 people, the city would need roughly 1,900 more beds, which is one reason private clinics and hospitals carry so much of the load.
The same national ratio of one practising doctor per 811 people suggests about 2,000 practising doctors across all systems of medicine in Vasai-Virar, supported by around 3,700 nurses and midwives. A cardiologist is one of many specialities within that total. Specialist head-counts are not published city by city, so these figures show scale, not how many cardiologists practise in Vasai-Virar.
On health outcomes, Maharashtra's infant mortality rate is 13 per 1,000 live births (2024), well below the national figure of 24, and modelled life expectancy is about 74.5 years against roughly 72 for India; these are state-wide measures, not city measurements. About 78% of hospital beds in Maharashtra are private, so most people weigh private cardiologists against government outpatient departments. This page lists 1 cardiologist for Vasai-Virar, and 18 other cities in Maharashtra have their own cardiologist page below.
General information compiled from public sources (MoHFW, SRS 2024, CDDEP / One Health Trust, UN WPP 2024, Census 2011); estimates, not official counts, and not medical advice. Listings marked "Online Verified" come from public online sources: please confirm details with the provider.
What cardiologists in Vasai-Virar treat
People in Vasai-Virar usually consult a cardiologist for the conditions below. Services differ between clinics and hospitals, so confirm what is available.
Common conditions and services
- High blood pressure and cholesterol
- Heart failure
- Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
- Valve disease
- Post-heart-attack follow-up
- Preventive heart screening
Tests and checks you may be asked for
- ECG
- 2D echocardiography
- Treadmill test (TMT)
- Lipid profile
Also searched as: heart doctor, heart specialist, angioplasty doctor, cardiac care.
When to see a cardiologist in Vasai-Virar
- Chest discomfort on exertion
- Breathlessness, palpitations or fainting
- A family history of early heart disease
- Diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Follow-up after a heart attack, stent or bypass
Emergency: Sudden chest pain spreading to the arm or jaw, sweating or collapse may be a heart attack: call 108 immediately and do not drive yourself. India's free ambulance number is 108.
How to choose a cardiologist in Vasai-Virar
- Check the qualification: MBBS, MD (Medicine) and DM or DNB (Cardiology).
- Verify registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (look for a DM or DNB in Cardiology) and note the registration number.
- Ask how long the clinic has treated the condition you have, not just how long the doctor has practised.
- Read recent patient feedback on more than one platform, and be wary of identical glowing reviews.
- Check practical details: location, clinic hours, appointment system, and whether emergency back-up exists if something goes wrong.
A cardiologist (physician) is different from a cardiac surgeon (MCh CTVS). Surgeons operate on the heart; cardiologists diagnose, treat with medicines and perform procedures such as angioplasty.
Healthcare in Vasai-Virar: the bigger picture
Using state-level data scaled to its population, Vasai-Virar is estimated to have about 3,000 hospital beds across roughly 41 hospitals, including around 150 ICU beds. Maharashtra state averages about 1.8 hospital beds per 1,000 people, above the India-wide figure of roughly 1.4. About 78% of beds in Maharashtra are in the private sector, so many patients choose between private clinics and government hospitals depending on cost and the kind of care needed.
For context on health outcomes in Maharashtra: the state infant mortality rate is 13 per 1,000 live births (2024), lower than the national figure of 24, and modelled life expectancy is about 74.5 years, above the national estimate of 72. These are state-wide figures, not city measurements.
Across all systems of medicine, Vasai-Virar is estimated to have around 2,000 practising doctors at the national ratio of one per 811 people. Specialist numbers are not published by city, so a cardiologist's qualification and registration are the best things to verify.
Before you visit: what to carry
- Carry all heart medicines in their strips
- Note when the discomfort occurs and how long it lasts
- Wear comfortable clothes if a treadmill test is planned
Frequently asked questions: Cardiologists in Vasai-Virar
Who is the best cardiologist in Vasai-Virar?
There is no single best doctor for everyone: the right choice depends on your condition, budget and location. A good approach is to shortlist two or three cardiologists, check their qualification and registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (look for a DM or DNB in Cardiology), and compare facilities and communication. On this page, Dr. Abhijit Aklujkar (Jivdani Hospital, Atma Vallabh Society, Achole Rd, Nala Sopara, Damodar Nagar, Nalasopara East, Palghar, Vasai-Virar, Maharashtra 401209) is one listed option - confirm details by phone before you visit.
How can I book an appointment with a cardiologist in Vasai-Virar?
Call the clinic or hospital number shown on the listing, use WhatsApp where it is shown, or visit during outpatient hours. Ask about the consultation fee, whether an appointment is needed, and which documents or earlier reports to bring.
How much does a cardiologist consultation cost in Vasai-Virar?
Fees depend on the doctor's experience, the type of facility and the tests or procedures involved, and we do not publish unverified prices. Ask the clinic for the consultation fee and any follow-up charges when you call; government hospitals generally charge much less than private clinics.
Which hospitals in Vasai-Virar offer cardiologist services?
Vasai-Virar has both government and private hospitals; availability of cardiologist services varies. Use the listings above as a starting point and confirm departments and timings by phone.
When should I see a cardiologist rather than a general physician in Vasai-Virar?
See a cardiologist for chest discomfort on exertion, palpitations, unexplained breathlessness, fainting, or if you have had a heart attack or stent. A general physician can do the first check and refer you, but a cardiologist can interpret echo, TMT and angiography results.
Which heart tests are usually done first?
An ECG is quick and widely available. Based on your history the cardiologist may add an echocardiogram to look at heart function, a treadmill test to see how the heart behaves under stress, and blood tests such as a lipid profile. Angiography is reserved for cases where blockages are suspected.
What is the difference between a cardiologist and a cardiac surgeon?
A cardiologist treats heart disease with medicines and catheter-based procedures like angioplasty. A cardiac surgeon (MCh CTVS) performs open or minimally invasive surgery such as bypass or valve replacement. They often work together on the same patient.
How many hospital beds does Vasai-Virar have?
No public source counts beds city by city. Scaling state data to the city population gives an estimate of about 3,000 beds (around 150 ICU beds) for Vasai-Virar. Treat it as a rough guide rather than an official count.
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