Dr. K.K. Saxena

MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology)

Senior Consultant – Interventional Cardiology

43+ Years of Experience
Delhi NCR

Dr. K.K. Saxena is an absolute titan and one of the longest-serving, most venerated Interventional Cardiologists in India. After graduating from the celebrated G.R. Medical College, Gwalior, he achieved his DM in Cardiology from Mangalore University and further honed his elite interventional skills as a Fellow at the prestigious Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia. With over 43 years of clinical excellence, Dr. Saxena has been a cornerstone of Indraprastha Apollo’s cardiac division since 1996. He is globally renowned for his remarkable diagnostic precision and his mastery across both adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations. Deeply empathetic and highly articulate, Dr. Saxena is celebrated for his thorough, reassuring explanations, ensuring that international and domestic patients alike feel completely secure and well-informed prior to entering the cath lab.

  • Coronary Angiography & Angioplasty: Mastery in performing high-volume coronary interventions via both femoral and advanced brachial approaches.
  • Pediatric & Adult Catheterization: Specialized, low-risk diagnostic and therapeutic heart catheterizations across all age groups, including infants.
  • Valvoplasty & Rhythm Management: Executing high-precision non-surgical valve openings and managing advanced cases of Atrial Fibrillation.
  • Nuclear & Advanced Diagnostics: Comprehensive expertise in interpreting complex Holter monitorings, thallium scans, and multi-gated acquisition (MUGA) nuclear studies.

  • Maintained a brilliant, unblemished 43-year career profile, previously holding premier leadership roles as Senior Consultant at the National Heart Institute and Batra Hospital.
  • Successfully integrated advanced nuclear and esophageal echocardiography protocols within the initial diagnostic suites of Delhi’s top hospitals.
  • Contributed heavily to medical education in India, previously serving as a Lecturer in Cardiology at the world-renowned Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore.
  • Highly respected senior member registered with the Delhi Medical Council and the Cardiological Society of India.
  • Actively invited as an expert panelist and proctor at premier vascular and coronary intervention workshops across the globe.
  • Author of numerous peer-reviewed research papers focusing on the long-term efficacy of multi-vessel drug-eluting stent placements.