Primary angioplasty is the best treatment for heart attacks, say experts at Park Hospital, Mohali press conference
Chandigarh, Sept 27: Heart disease continues to pose a growing threat to young Indians, with experts warning that the average age of cardiac patients in India is declining sharply. At a press conference held in Chandigarh, senior specialists from Park Hospital, Mohali, North India’s largest super-specialty hospital network, shared insights into prevention, treatment, and the future of cardiac care.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. H.S. Bedi, Chairman, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, emphasized that minimally invasive and robotic surgeries are emerging as the future of cardiac surgery. He said, “India ranks among the top globally for heart attacks in men over 35, and alarmingly, we are now seeing patients under the age of 25. In the coming decade, heart disease will be the leading cause of death and disability in the country.”
Dr. Bedi also highlighted that Park Hospital Mohali offers a comprehensive range of cardiac treatments under one roof, including primary and complex angioplasty, biventricular pacemaker (CRT), ICD and combo devices, carotid artery stenting, TAVR/TAVI, peripheral interventions, aortic aneurysm management, CABG, valve replacement, and congenital heart defect surgeries.
Adding to the discussion, Dr. Sachin Bansal, Consultant Cardiologist, noted that India is home to nearly 30 million coronary artery disease patients, contributing to 60% of global heart disease cases despite having less than 20% of the world’s population. He stressed that primary angioplasty remains the best treatment for heart attacks, while urging people to adopt heart-healthy lifestyles and undergo regular check-ups. He also echoed the World Heart Day 2025 theme, “Don’t Miss a Beat,” which calls for vigilance and early action.
Dr. Priyanka Goyal, Consultant Cardiac Anesthesia, warned that poor lifestyle habits are driving coronary artery disease among young Indians. Dr. Rohit Jaswal, CEO of Park Hospital, added that the hospital is empanelled with ECHS, CGHS, ESI, Ayushman Bharat, Haryana and Himachal governments, and major corporates, ensuring accessibility of advanced cardiac treatments.
The doctors also shared tips to reduce heart disease risk, including quitting smoking, maintaining healthy weight, regular exercise, a balanced diet, stress management through yoga/meditation, and preventive health check-ups.
They further advised the public to never ignore 11 warning signs of heart disease such as chest discomfort, pain radiating to the arm or jaw, breathlessness, dizziness, palpitations, unexplained sweating, chronic cough with mucus, and swelling in legs or ankles.
With over 4.77 million Indians dying of heart disease annually, experts urged citizens to take proactive steps toward prevention while embracing new surgical innovations for better treatment outcomes.
