Beating Heart Risks: A Conversation with Dr Deebanshu Gupta, an Interventional Cardiologist, Sarvodya Hospital

An Exclusive Interview with Dr Deebanshu Gupta, an Interventional Cardiologist, Sarvodya Hospital, Jalandhar

Meet Dr. Deebanshu Gupta, Jalandhar’s renowned Interventional Cardiologist at Sarvodya Hospital. With expertise in life-saving procedures like angioplasty, he shares insights on tackling heart disease, preventing emergencies, and empowering patients for healthier lives amid rising cardiac risks in Punjab. 

Dr. Gupta, with your MD, DM, and DrNB qualifications, what motivated you to specialize in interventional cardiology, particularly radial artery procedures and advanced interventions like Impella-supported PCI for cardiogenic shock?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: My motivation to specialize in interventional cardiology came from witnessing the life-saving impact that it brings to a patient’s life.I specialised in radial artery procedures because they are safer, more comfortable for patients, and have fewer problems.

Seeing the complex architecture of the heart and  using such tools like the advanced Impella pump for high risk interventions appeals to me to support patients during their most difficult moments of cardiogenic shock.

It gives temporary support to the heart  to survive the procedure.These methods help us keep very sick people stable and give them a better chance of living. I’ve always wanted to use new technology in a way that is safe and helpful.

How has your experience at Sarvodya Hospital and Johal Multispeciality Hospital shaped your approach to managing complex cardiac cases, from coronary blockages to structural heart diseases such as valve repairs?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: My experience with working at these busy medical centers has shown me different cases of heart emergencies and taught me that each patient needs a different plan, not the same “single approach”.

Every new day ,as I deal with a lot of complicated coronary blockages and heart failure interventions , it has made me better at making clinical decisions and helped me stay calm under pressure.

During these medical procedures , my whole team gives me a lot of support for patients’ best treatment. This experience has taught me how important it is to be both clinically excellent and caring for patients. I have learned that treating the patient is just as important as treating the heart disease.

You perform all coronary interventions via the radial artery route—what key advantages does this offer patients in terms of safety, comfort, and recovery?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: Performing interventions through the radial artery in the wrist is a relaxing technique for patient safety because it significantly lowers the risk of major bleeding compared to the traditional groin approach. Many patients fear the long hours of mandatory bed rest following heart procedures, but the radial route allows them to sit up and walk almost immediately.

This mobility not only improves their physical comfort but also reduces the psychological stress associated with being immobilized.

If we talk in medical terms , it leads to fewer vascular complications and typically results in a much faster discharge from the hospital. My goal is to ensure that the path to a healthier heart is as painless and efficient as possible for every patient.

For structural heart disease and rhythm therapy, how do you combine non-invasive tests like Echo and TMT with catheter-based interventions to ensure optimal outcomes?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: I think that non-invasive tests like Echocardiography and TMT are the most important plans that guide every invasive step we take in the catheterization lab. These diagnostic tools let us figure out exactly what kind of valve defect or rhythm problem we have before we even start a procedure.

This makes sure we choose the best treatment. We can get a level of accuracy that increases the chances of success and lowers the risks by comparing these images to what we see during a catheter-based procedure.

Patients often highlight your ethical approach and personalized care—especially in critical cases like left main artery blockages. What is your philosophy on avoiding unnecessary procedures?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: As per my philosophy ,every procedure should help the patient in the right manner. There is always some risk involved with interventions, so they should only be done when absolutely necessary.

When it comes to serious problems like blockages in the left main artery, decisions need to be made with extra care and openness.

I always tell patients and their families what the problems are and how to treat them. When patients know that their health is the doctor’s top priority, they trust them more. Such ethical behavior is the basis for long-term patient care.

What are the most common cardiac risk factors you observe in Jalandhar, such as diabetes, hypertension, and lifestyle habits, and how do you guide patients toward heart-healthy diets and routines?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: The most common cardiac risk factors in our country have “lifestyle diseases.” People often work too much, sit around too much, and eat a lot of fats and sugars. I see a lot of patients, especially in Jalandhar, who have diabetes and high blood pressure that isn’t under control.

Both of these diseases are “silent killers” that harm the arteries over time.My advice is to make changes that are easy to stick with, like adding 30 minutes of brisk walking to their daily routine and cutting back on salt and refined flour.

I tell my patients to think of food as medicine and stress the importance of whole grains, leafy greens, and lean proteins for lowering cholesterol naturally. Knowledge is our most powerful weapon because a patient who knows a lot is much more likely to live a heart-healthy life.

With heart disease on the rise in Punjab, how do you balance advanced interventional work with preventive education, and why is early detection so crucial?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: I perform a lot of advanced procedures to fix damaged hearts, but I think the best thing is to keep them from being damaged in the first place. Heart disease is getting worse in Punjab, which is scary.

But we could have stopped a lot of these cases if we had seen the warning signs earlier, like high blood pressure or trouble breathing. I work to raise public awareness because finding problems early lets us use simple lifestyle changes or medications instead of complicated surgeries.

We don’t just respond to heart attacks; we also work to lower their number by combining high-tech treatment with community education. A simple test today can really stop a big heart attack from happening in ten years.

What is one key message you would like to share with heart patients—or aspiring cardiologists—about the future of modern cardiac care in India?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: First of all I would appreciate India’s technology related to modern cardiac care.India’s future in heart care is very bright, with technology that is as good as the best in the world.

However, we must never lose the “human touch” that is what real healing is all about. I tell my patients not to be afraid of heart disease, but to respect it by staying active and getting help early. If you want to be a cardiologist, I suggest that you learn how to use the newest tools, like Impella and radial interventions.

But always let your morals guide you. We’re entering a time when many heart problems that used to be deadly can now be managed or even cured with the right knowledge. In the end, we want to make sure that every Indian can get heart care that is both advanced and kind.

Many heart failure patients are told that their heart is not pumping together properly, which can be confusing and worrying. When you explain this to patients, how do you describe the way treatments like conduction system pacing and CRT-D help the heart beat more in sync and reduce symptoms such as breathlessness and fatigue?

Dr Deebanshu Gupta: I tell my patients that their hearts aren’t weak; they just have electrical signals that aren’t in sync, which makes it hard for them to pump blood. This makes the patient feel tired and out of breath because their body isn’t working together properly.

Two types of therapy that help the heart get back to its normal rhythm are conduction system pacing and CRT-D. They sync this by making sure that the chambers of the heart beat at the same time.

The heart works better and with less strain when it starts pumping together. Patients notice that they have more energy and fewer symptoms in their daily lives over time. A lot of other people also live better lives and don’t have to go to the hospital as often.

Dr. Gupta’s passion for interventional cardiology inspires hope, proving timely interventions save countless hearts at Sarvodya Hospital. His advice—prioritize check-ups, embrace lifestyle changes—can transform lives. Consult experts like him to beat heart disease before it strikes.

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