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    Overview

  • Dr. Rockey Katheria is a proficient interventional cardiologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with over 10 years of experience in clinical and interventional cardiology. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road, Whitefield, with advanced expertise in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and comprehensive heart failure management. After completing his MBBS from VIMS & RC, Whitefield, he pursued MD in Internal Medicine from JNMC, KLE University, Belgaum, followed by DM in Cardiology from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru. His super-specialty training included extensive exposure to clinical cardiology, ICCU management, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and cath lab procedures at one of the country’s premier cardiac institutes. He is ESC Heart Failure Certified and a member of the Cardiological Society of India, and has been associated with the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).

  • Dr. Rockey’s interventional expertise spans complex coronary angioplasty via transradial and transfemoral approaches, including LMCA stenting, CTO angioplasty, and graft angioplasty. He performs IVUS, FFR, and IFR-guided PCI, along with balloon valvuloplasty, aortic interventions, and IVC filter placements. His structural heart interventions include device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA. He is also experienced in peripheral, carotid, and renal angioplasty. In rhythm management, he performs permanent pacemaker implantation, AICD placement, and CRT procedures. His depth in acute and chronic heart failure management, combined with 2D and 3D echocardiography expertise, contributes to his recognition as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for advanced coronary and heart failure care.

  • Academically, he secured second rank in the DM Cardiology entrance examination and has presented multiple papers at state and national conferences. His publications include research on serum uric acid levels in acute myocardial infarction as a prognostic indicator, recovery of ST-segment depression in exercise stress testing (Indian Heart Journal, 2021), novel biomarkers for coronary artery disease, and genetic associations in dilated cardiomyopathy. He has also presented rare coronary anomalies and echocardiographic findings at national forums.

  • His clinical journey includes performing more than 100 angioplasties as a primary operator and extensive experience in cath lab diagnostics and interventions. He has actively managed cardiac emergencies and critically ill patients in high-acuity settings, combining procedural precision with structured long-term cardiac care. Through consistent involvement in interventional cardiology, heart failure management, and evidence-based cardiac imaging, Dr. Rockey Katheria is widely regarded as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield, particularly for complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease management.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Complex Coronary angioplasty (Transradial/Transfemoral Angioplasty)
  • LMCA stenting, CTO Angioplasty, Graft Angioplasty
  • Device closure of ASD, VSD, PDA
  • Peripheral Angioplasty
  • Carotid Angioplasty
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • IVUS
  • FFR and IFR (Fractional Flow Reserve, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable defibrillator Placement (AICD), CRT
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Aortic Interventions
  • IVC Filter
  • IABP
  • Cardiac cath study
  • Acute and Chronic heart failure management, 2D/3D ECHO
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • ESC HF Certified
  • Member of CSI
  • Part of the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Secured Second Rank In Dm Cardiology Entrance Exam.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Presented multiple papers in both state and national conferences and indexed journals.
  • Serum uric level in acute MI as a prognostic indicator.Indian Heart Journal 69(S2): S26DOI.
  • Katheria R, Setty SK MD,DM, Arun BS, Bhat P MD,DM, DNB, Jagadeesh HV, Manjunath CN. Significance of 'recovery ST-segment depression' in the exercise stress test. Indian Heart J. 2021 Oct 13:S0019-4832(21)00220-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.10.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34655577.
  • AN UNUSUAL ASSOCIATION OF UNICUSPID AORTIC VALVE-Katheria R, Bhat P, Arun BS, Nanjappa MC, Rao PS. An Unusual Association of Unicuspid Aortic Valve. J Indian Acad Echocardiogr Cardiovasc Imaging 2020;4:209-12.
  • GGT: A NOVEL BIOMARKER FOR PREDICTING CAD-Sandeep J Bijapur, Arun BS, Manjunath C Nanjappa, Rockey K et al. Gamma-Glutary Transferase: A Novel Biomarker For Predicting Coronary Artery Disease. J Cardiovasc Med Surg. 2020;6(1):29-32.
  • A rare coronary anomaly - LAD continuing as PDA: Indian Heart Journal 70:S126-S127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2018.10.385.
  • "Association of SIRT1 single nucleotide polymorphisms with dilated cardiomyopathy in Indian population".
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Doctor hitches a ride in truck and bike to reach heart attack patient | Deccan Herald. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Chill can strain your heart I DT Next Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Is it heartburn or a heart attack? | Happiest Health. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria discusses how the Protein Supplement at the Gym increases your Risk of a Heart Attack. | The Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rocky Katheria on Heart Disease: What is calcium score testing, and why is it important for heart patients? | Jagaran. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur : Dr. Rockey Katheria on Designer Rohit Bal’s heart failure: What’s the condition all about and how to manage it? | Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria on Exclusive: A Cardiologist Shares Insights About Surviving A Heart Attack, Risk Factors And Treatments | Business World. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria, can your heart attack risk go down by climbing stairs? Here’s why this new study offers a gym alternative | The New Indian Express. Click Here
  • Cardiovascular Health: 7 ways long working hours impact your heart. Click Here

    Fellowship & Membership

  • ESC HF Certified
  • Member of CSI
  • Part of the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).
  • Overview

  • Dr. Rockey Katheria is a proficient interventional cardiologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with over 10 years of experience in clinical and interventional cardiology. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road, Whitefield, with advanced expertise in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and comprehensive heart failure management. After completing his MBBS from VIMS & RC, Whitefield, he pursued MD in Internal Medicine from JNMC, KLE University, Belgaum, followed by DM in Cardiology from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru. His super-specialty training included extensive exposure to clinical cardiology, ICCU management, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and cath lab procedures at one of the country’s premier cardiac institutes. He is ESC Heart Failure Certified and a member of the Cardiological Society of India, and has been associated with the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).

  • Dr. Rockey’s interventional expertise spans complex coronary angioplasty via transradial and transfemoral approaches, including LMCA stenting, CTO angioplasty, and graft angioplasty. He performs IVUS, FFR, and IFR-guided PCI, along with balloon valvuloplasty, aortic interventions, and IVC filter placements. His structural heart interventions include device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA. He is also experienced in peripheral, carotid, and renal angioplasty. In rhythm management, he performs permanent pacemaker implantation, AICD placement, and CRT procedures. His depth in acute and chronic heart failure management, combined with 2D and 3D echocardiography expertise, contributes to his recognition as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for advanced coronary and heart failure care.

  • Academically, he secured second rank in the DM Cardiology entrance examination and has presented multiple papers at state and national conferences. His publications include research on serum uric acid levels in acute myocardial infarction as a prognostic indicator, recovery of ST-segment depression in exercise stress testing (Indian Heart Journal, 2021), novel biomarkers for coronary artery disease, and genetic associations in dilated cardiomyopathy. He has also presented rare coronary anomalies and echocardiographic findings at national forums.

  • His clinical journey includes performing more than 100 angioplasties as a primary operator and extensive experience in cath lab diagnostics and interventions. He has actively managed cardiac emergencies and critically ill patients in high-acuity settings, combining procedural precision with structured long-term cardiac care. Through consistent involvement in interventional cardiology, heart failure management, and evidence-based cardiac imaging, Dr. Rockey Katheria is widely regarded as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield, particularly for complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease management.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Complex Coronary angioplasty (Transradial/Transfemoral Angioplasty)
  • LMCA stenting, CTO Angioplasty, Graft Angioplasty
  • Device closure of ASD, VSD, PDA
  • Peripheral Angioplasty
  • Carotid Angioplasty
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • IVUS
  • FFR and IFR (Fractional Flow Reserve, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable defibrillator Placement (AICD), CRT
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Aortic Interventions
  • IVC Filter
  • IABP
  • Cardiac cath study
  • Acute and Chronic heart failure management, 2D/3D ECHO
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Secured Second Rank In Dm Cardiology Entrance Exam.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Presented multiple papers in both state and national conferences and indexed journals.
  • Serum uric level in acute MI as a prognostic indicator.Indian Heart Journal 69(S2): S26DOI.
  • Katheria R, Setty SK MD,DM, Arun BS, Bhat P MD,DM, DNB, Jagadeesh HV, Manjunath CN. Significance of 'recovery ST-segment depression' in the exercise stress test. Indian Heart J. 2021 Oct 13:S0019-4832(21)00220-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.10.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34655577.
  • AN UNUSUAL ASSOCIATION OF UNICUSPID AORTIC VALVE-Katheria R, Bhat P, Arun BS, Nanjappa MC, Rao PS. An Unusual Association of Unicuspid Aortic Valve. J Indian Acad Echocardiogr Cardiovasc Imaging 2020;4:209-12.
  • GGT: A NOVEL BIOMARKER FOR PREDICTING CAD-Sandeep J Bijapur, Arun BS, Manjunath C Nanjappa, Rockey K et al. Gamma-Glutary Transferase: A Novel Biomarker For Predicting Coronary Artery Disease. J Cardiovasc Med Surg. 2020;6(1):29-32.
  • A rare coronary anomaly - LAD continuing as PDA: Indian Heart Journal 70:S126-S127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2018.10.385.
  • "Association of SIRT1 single nucleotide polymorphisms with dilated cardiomyopathy in Indian population".
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Doctor hitches a ride in truck and bike to reach heart attack patient | Deccan Herald. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Chill can strain your heart I DT Next Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Is it heartburn or a heart attack? | Happiest Health. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria discusses how the Protein Supplement at the Gym increases your Risk of a Heart Attack. | The Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rocky Katheria on Heart Disease: What is calcium score testing, and why is it important for heart patients? | Jagaran. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur : Dr. Rockey Katheria on Designer Rohit Bal’s heart failure: What’s the condition all about and how to manage it? | Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria on Exclusive: A Cardiologist Shares Insights About Surviving A Heart Attack, Risk Factors And Treatments | Business World. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria, can your heart attack risk go down by climbing stairs? Here’s why this new study offers a gym alternative | The New Indian Express. Click Here
  • Cardiovascular Health: 7 ways long working hours impact your heart. Click Here

    Field of Expertise

  • Complex Coronary angioplasty (Transradial/Transfemoral Angioplasty)
  • LMCA stenting, CTO Angioplasty, Graft Angioplasty
  • Device closure of ASD, VSD, PDA
  • Peripheral Angioplasty
  • Carotid Angioplasty
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • IVUS
  • FFR and IFR (Fractional Flow Reserve, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable defibrillator Placement (AICD), CRT
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Aortic Interventions
  • IVC Filter
  • IABP
  • Cardiac cath study
  • Acute and Chronic heart failure management, 2D/3D ECHO
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • ESC HF Certified
  • Member of CSI
  • Part of the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Secured Second Rank In Dm Cardiology Entrance Exam.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Presented multiple papers in both state and national conferences and indexed journals.
  • Serum uric level in acute MI as a prognostic indicator.Indian Heart Journal 69(S2): S26DOI.
  • Katheria R, Setty SK MD,DM, Arun BS, Bhat P MD,DM, DNB, Jagadeesh HV, Manjunath CN. Significance of 'recovery ST-segment depression' in the exercise stress test. Indian Heart J. 2021 Oct 13:S0019-4832(21)00220-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.10.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34655577.
  • AN UNUSUAL ASSOCIATION OF UNICUSPID AORTIC VALVE-Katheria R, Bhat P, Arun BS, Nanjappa MC, Rao PS. An Unusual Association of Unicuspid Aortic Valve. J Indian Acad Echocardiogr Cardiovasc Imaging 2020;4:209-12.
  • GGT: A NOVEL BIOMARKER FOR PREDICTING CAD-Sandeep J Bijapur, Arun BS, Manjunath C Nanjappa, Rockey K et al. Gamma-Glutary Transferase: A Novel Biomarker For Predicting Coronary Artery Disease. J Cardiovasc Med Surg. 2020;6(1):29-32.
  • A rare coronary anomaly - LAD continuing as PDA: Indian Heart Journal 70:S126-S127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2018.10.385.
  • "Association of SIRT1 single nucleotide polymorphisms with dilated cardiomyopathy in Indian population".
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Doctor hitches a ride in truck and bike to reach heart attack patient | Deccan Herald. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Chill can strain your heart I DT Next Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Is it heartburn or a heart attack? | Happiest Health. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria discusses how the Protein Supplement at the Gym increases your Risk of a Heart Attack. | The Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rocky Katheria on Heart Disease: What is calcium score testing, and why is it important for heart patients? | Jagaran. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur : Dr. Rockey Katheria on Designer Rohit Bal’s heart failure: What’s the condition all about and how to manage it? | Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria on Exclusive: A Cardiologist Shares Insights About Surviving A Heart Attack, Risk Factors And Treatments | Business World. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria, can your heart attack risk go down by climbing stairs? Here’s why this new study offers a gym alternative | The New Indian Express. Click Here
  • Cardiovascular Health: 7 ways long working hours impact your heart. Click Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Rockey Katheria is a proficient interventional cardiologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with over 10 years of experience in clinical and interventional cardiology. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road, Whitefield, with advanced expertise in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and comprehensive heart failure management. After completing his MBBS from VIMS & RC, Whitefield, he pursued MD in Internal Medicine from JNMC, KLE University, Belgaum, followed by DM in Cardiology from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru. His super-specialty training included extensive exposure to clinical cardiology, ICCU management, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and cath lab procedures at one of the country’s premier cardiac institutes. He is ESC Heart Failure Certified and a member of the Cardiological Society of India, and has been associated with the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).

  • Dr. Rockey’s interventional expertise spans complex coronary angioplasty via transradial and transfemoral approaches, including LMCA stenting, CTO angioplasty, and graft angioplasty. He performs IVUS, FFR, and IFR-guided PCI, along with balloon valvuloplasty, aortic interventions, and IVC filter placements. His structural heart interventions include device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA. He is also experienced in peripheral, carotid, and renal angioplasty. In rhythm management, he performs permanent pacemaker implantation, AICD placement, and CRT procedures. His depth in acute and chronic heart failure management, combined with 2D and 3D echocardiography expertise, contributes to his recognition as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for advanced coronary and heart failure care.

  • Academically, he secured second rank in the DM Cardiology entrance examination and has presented multiple papers at state and national conferences. His publications include research on serum uric acid levels in acute myocardial infarction as a prognostic indicator, recovery of ST-segment depression in exercise stress testing (Indian Heart Journal, 2021), novel biomarkers for coronary artery disease, and genetic associations in dilated cardiomyopathy. He has also presented rare coronary anomalies and echocardiographic findings at national forums.

  • His clinical journey includes performing more than 100 angioplasties as a primary operator and extensive experience in cath lab diagnostics and interventions. He has actively managed cardiac emergencies and critically ill patients in high-acuity settings, combining procedural precision with structured long-term cardiac care. Through consistent involvement in interventional cardiology, heart failure management, and evidence-based cardiac imaging, Dr. Rockey Katheria is widely regarded as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield, particularly for complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease management.

    Awards & Achievements

  • Secured Second Rank In Dm Cardiology Entrance Exam.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • ESC HF Certified
  • Member of CSI
  • Part of the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).
  • Field of Expertise

  • Complex Coronary angioplasty (Transradial/Transfemoral Angioplasty)
  • LMCA stenting, CTO Angioplasty, Graft Angioplasty
  • Device closure of ASD, VSD, PDA
  • Peripheral Angioplasty
  • Carotid Angioplasty
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • IVUS
  • FFR and IFR (Fractional Flow Reserve, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable defibrillator Placement (AICD), CRT
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Aortic Interventions
  • IVC Filter
  • IABP
  • Cardiac cath study
  • Acute and Chronic heart failure management, 2D/3D ECHO
  • Talks & Publications

  • Presented multiple papers in both state and national conferences and indexed journals.
  • Serum uric level in acute MI as a prognostic indicator.Indian Heart Journal 69(S2): S26DOI.
  • Katheria R, Setty SK MD,DM, Arun BS, Bhat P MD,DM, DNB, Jagadeesh HV, Manjunath CN. Significance of 'recovery ST-segment depression' in the exercise stress test. Indian Heart J. 2021 Oct 13:S0019-4832(21)00220-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.10.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34655577.
  • AN UNUSUAL ASSOCIATION OF UNICUSPID AORTIC VALVE-Katheria R, Bhat P, Arun BS, Nanjappa MC, Rao PS. An Unusual Association of Unicuspid Aortic Valve. J Indian Acad Echocardiogr Cardiovasc Imaging 2020;4:209-12.
  • GGT: A NOVEL BIOMARKER FOR PREDICTING CAD-Sandeep J Bijapur, Arun BS, Manjunath C Nanjappa, Rockey K et al. Gamma-Glutary Transferase: A Novel Biomarker For Predicting Coronary Artery Disease. J Cardiovasc Med Surg. 2020;6(1):29-32.
  • A rare coronary anomaly - LAD continuing as PDA: Indian Heart Journal 70:S126-S127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2018.10.385.
  • "Association of SIRT1 single nucleotide polymorphisms with dilated cardiomyopathy in Indian population".
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Doctor hitches a ride in truck and bike to reach heart attack patient | Deccan Herald. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Chill can strain your heart I DT Next Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Is it heartburn or a heart attack? | Happiest Health. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria discusses how the Protein Supplement at the Gym increases your Risk of a Heart Attack. | The Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rocky Katheria on Heart Disease: What is calcium score testing, and why is it important for heart patients? | Jagaran. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur : Dr. Rockey Katheria on Designer Rohit Bal’s heart failure: What’s the condition all about and how to manage it? | Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria on Exclusive: A Cardiologist Shares Insights About Surviving A Heart Attack, Risk Factors And Treatments | Business World. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria, can your heart attack risk go down by climbing stairs? Here’s why this new study offers a gym alternative | The New Indian Express. Click Here
  • Cardiovascular Health: 7 ways long working hours impact your heart. Click Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Rockey Katheria is a proficient interventional cardiologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with over 10 years of experience in clinical and interventional cardiology. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road, Whitefield, with advanced expertise in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and comprehensive heart failure management. After completing his MBBS from VIMS & RC, Whitefield, he pursued MD in Internal Medicine from JNMC, KLE University, Belgaum, followed by DM in Cardiology from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru. His super-specialty training included extensive exposure to clinical cardiology, ICCU management, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and cath lab procedures at one of the country’s premier cardiac institutes. He is ESC Heart Failure Certified and a member of the Cardiological Society of India, and has been associated with the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).

  • Dr. Rockey’s interventional expertise spans complex coronary angioplasty via transradial and transfemoral approaches, including LMCA stenting, CTO angioplasty, and graft angioplasty. He performs IVUS, FFR, and IFR-guided PCI, along with balloon valvuloplasty, aortic interventions, and IVC filter placements. His structural heart interventions include device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA. He is also experienced in peripheral, carotid, and renal angioplasty. In rhythm management, he performs permanent pacemaker implantation, AICD placement, and CRT procedures. His depth in acute and chronic heart failure management, combined with 2D and 3D echocardiography expertise, contributes to his recognition as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for advanced coronary and heart failure care.

  • Academically, he secured second rank in the DM Cardiology entrance examination and has presented multiple papers at state and national conferences. His publications include research on serum uric acid levels in acute myocardial infarction as a prognostic indicator, recovery of ST-segment depression in exercise stress testing (Indian Heart Journal, 2021), novel biomarkers for coronary artery disease, and genetic associations in dilated cardiomyopathy. He has also presented rare coronary anomalies and echocardiographic findings at national forums.

  • His clinical journey includes performing more than 100 angioplasties as a primary operator and extensive experience in cath lab diagnostics and interventions. He has actively managed cardiac emergencies and critically ill patients in high-acuity settings, combining procedural precision with structured long-term cardiac care. Through consistent involvement in interventional cardiology, heart failure management, and evidence-based cardiac imaging, Dr. Rockey Katheria is widely regarded as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield, particularly for complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease management.

    Talks & Publications

  • Presented multiple papers in both state and national conferences and indexed journals.
  • Serum uric level in acute MI as a prognostic indicator.Indian Heart Journal 69(S2): S26DOI.
  • Katheria R, Setty SK MD,DM, Arun BS, Bhat P MD,DM, DNB, Jagadeesh HV, Manjunath CN. Significance of 'recovery ST-segment depression' in the exercise stress test. Indian Heart J. 2021 Oct 13:S0019-4832(21)00220-0. doi: 10.1016/j.ihj.2021.10.001. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34655577.
  • AN UNUSUAL ASSOCIATION OF UNICUSPID AORTIC VALVE-Katheria R, Bhat P, Arun BS, Nanjappa MC, Rao PS. An Unusual Association of Unicuspid Aortic Valve. J Indian Acad Echocardiogr Cardiovasc Imaging 2020;4:209-12.
  • GGT: A NOVEL BIOMARKER FOR PREDICTING CAD-Sandeep J Bijapur, Arun BS, Manjunath C Nanjappa, Rockey K et al. Gamma-Glutary Transferase: A Novel Biomarker For Predicting Coronary Artery Disease. J Cardiovasc Med Surg. 2020;6(1):29-32.
  • A rare coronary anomaly - LAD continuing as PDA: Indian Heart Journal 70:S126-S127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2018.10.385.
  • "Association of SIRT1 single nucleotide polymorphisms with dilated cardiomyopathy in Indian population".
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Doctor hitches a ride in truck and bike to reach heart attack patient | Deccan Herald. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Chill can strain your heart I DT Next Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria on Is it heartburn or a heart attack? | Happiest Health. Click Here
  • Dr. Rockey Katheria discusses how the Protein Supplement at the Gym increases your Risk of a Heart Attack. | The Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rocky Katheria on Heart Disease: What is calcium score testing, and why is it important for heart patients? | Jagaran. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur : Dr. Rockey Katheria on Designer Rohit Bal’s heart failure: What’s the condition all about and how to manage it? | Indian Express. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria on Exclusive: A Cardiologist Shares Insights About Surviving A Heart Attack, Risk Factors And Treatments | Business World. Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Varthur: Dr. Rockey Katheria, can your heart attack risk go down by climbing stairs? Here’s why this new study offers a gym alternative | The New Indian Express. Click Here
  • Cardiovascular Health: 7 ways long working hours impact your heart. Click Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Rockey Katheria is a proficient interventional cardiologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with over 10 years of experience in clinical and interventional cardiology. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road, Whitefield, with advanced expertise in complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and comprehensive heart failure management. After completing his MBBS from VIMS & RC, Whitefield, he pursued MD in Internal Medicine from JNMC, KLE University, Belgaum, followed by DM in Cardiology from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, Bengaluru. His super-specialty training included extensive exposure to clinical cardiology, ICCU management, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and cath lab procedures at one of the country’s premier cardiac institutes. He is ESC Heart Failure Certified and a member of the Cardiological Society of India, and has been associated with the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).

  • Dr. Rockey’s interventional expertise spans complex coronary angioplasty via transradial and transfemoral approaches, including LMCA stenting, CTO angioplasty, and graft angioplasty. He performs IVUS, FFR, and IFR-guided PCI, along with balloon valvuloplasty, aortic interventions, and IVC filter placements. His structural heart interventions include device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA. He is also experienced in peripheral, carotid, and renal angioplasty. In rhythm management, he performs permanent pacemaker implantation, AICD placement, and CRT procedures. His depth in acute and chronic heart failure management, combined with 2D and 3D echocardiography expertise, contributes to his recognition as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for advanced coronary and heart failure care.

  • Academically, he secured second rank in the DM Cardiology entrance examination and has presented multiple papers at state and national conferences. His publications include research on serum uric acid levels in acute myocardial infarction as a prognostic indicator, recovery of ST-segment depression in exercise stress testing (Indian Heart Journal, 2021), novel biomarkers for coronary artery disease, and genetic associations in dilated cardiomyopathy. He has also presented rare coronary anomalies and echocardiographic findings at national forums.

  • His clinical journey includes performing more than 100 angioplasties as a primary operator and extensive experience in cath lab diagnostics and interventions. He has actively managed cardiac emergencies and critically ill patients in high-acuity settings, combining procedural precision with structured long-term cardiac care. Through consistent involvement in interventional cardiology, heart failure management, and evidence-based cardiac imaging, Dr. Rockey Katheria is widely regarded as one of the best interventional cardiologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield, particularly for complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease management.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • ESC HF Certified
  • Member of CSI
  • Part of the National Heart Failure Registry in India (ICMR).
  • Field of Expertise

  • Complex Coronary angioplasty (Transradial/Transfemoral Angioplasty)
  • LMCA stenting, CTO Angioplasty, Graft Angioplasty
  • Device closure of ASD, VSD, PDA
  • Peripheral Angioplasty
  • Carotid Angioplasty
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • IVUS
  • FFR and IFR (Fractional Flow Reserve, Permanent Pacemaker Implantation, Implantable defibrillator Placement (AICD), CRT
  • Balloon Valvuloplasty
  • Aortic Interventions
  • IVC Filter
  • IABP
  • Cardiac cath study
  • Acute and Chronic heart failure management, 2D/3D ECHO
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Secured Second Rank In Dm Cardiology Entrance Exam.

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