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Dedicated to clinical precision, evidence-based catheter interventions, and structured cardiac critical care in Varanasi.
OUR CARDIAC MEDICAL TEAM
Multidisciplinary Cardiovascular & Critical Care Specialists in Varanasi
Collaborative, consultant-led interventional cardiology, cardiac anesthesia, intensive care, and diagnostic imaging under one roof at Star Hospital, Akhri Bypass.
Dr. Gopal Krishna Rai
Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. S.S. Behera
Critical Care Specialist
Dr. Atul Kumar Rai
Surgical Oncologist & Oral Cancer Specialist
Dr. Gautam Prakash
Plastic & Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon
Interventional Cardiology
Head & Neck Cancer Specialist & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Gopal Krishna Rai
Senior Consultant – Interventional Cardiology
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FSCAI (USA)
Clinical Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Interventions & Angioplasty: Expert in transradial coronary angiography (CAG), 24/7 primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI / Angioplasty), complex bifurcation stenting, and drug-eluting stent (DES) placement.
- Cardiac Rhythm & Device Therapy: Skilled in single-chamber and dual-chamber permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI), Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), and CRT-D pacing for conduction disorders and heart block.
- Heart Failure & Intensive Cardiac Care: Comprehensive evidence-based medical management for acute and chronic heart failure, resistant hypertension, and critical post-PCI hemodynamic monitoring in Level-3 CCU.
Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. S.S. Behera
Critical Care & ICU Specialist
MD, DM (Critical Care – AIIMS New Delhi / BHU)
Experience
- 24/7 Advanced Life Support, ventilator management, and multi-organ failure management.
- Neuro-critical care for severe brain injury, stroke, and spinal cord trauma.
- Sepsis management and hemodynamically unstable emergency stabilization.
Interventional Cardiology
Head & Neck Cancer Specialist & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Atul Kumar Rai
Senior Consultant - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
MDS, Fellow in Head & Neck Surgery (MPMMCH, HBCH Tata Memorial Center)
Experience
- Early Screening & Biopsy: Precision diagnostics for precancerous oral lesions (OSMF, Leukoplakia), salivary gland tumors, and thyroid/laryngeal growths.
- Head & Neck Tumor Resections: Comprehensive surgical excision of complex mouth, throat, neck, and jaw tumors.
- Functional & Facial Rehabilitation: Multidisciplinary surgical planning focused on minimal scarring, facial aesthetics, and long-term oncological recovery.
Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. Abhishek Das
Consultant - Oral & Maxillofacial Oncology
BDS, MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery), Fellow in Head & Neck Oncology (MPMMCH, HBCH Tata Memorial Hospital)
Experience
- Advanced Oral Oncology: Expert in complex mandibulectomies and maxillectomies for massive jaw malignancies, tongue, lip, and buccal mucosa cancers with clear surgical margins.
- Microvascular Reconstruction: Specialized in microvascular free flap transfers and complex bone grafting to restore facial symmetry, speech, and swallowing functions post-tumor removal.
- Maxillofacial Trauma & Cysts: Surgical treatment for aggressive jaw cysts, severe TMJ disorders, and 24/7 complex facial fracture repair.
Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. Gautam Prakash
Plastic, Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic, Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
Experience
- Facial trauma reconstruction, scar revision, and burn deformity management.
- Microvascular flap surgeries following major cancer excisions or accidents.
- Cosmetic, aesthetic, and body contouring procedures.
OUR CLINICAL COMMITMENT
Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care Under One Roof
Managing acute coronary syndromes, complex arterial blockages, and cardiac conduction abnormalities requires rapid, multi-specialty coordination . Our interventional cardiology team combines advanced digital Cath Lab infrastructure, 24/7 Level-3 CCU backup, and dedicated critical care monitoring to ensure timely myocardial revascularization and safe recovery in Varanasi.
From non-invasive echocardiography and diagnostic radial angiography to emergency primary angioplasty and permanent pacemaker implantation, patients receive structured, guideline-directed cardiac care tailored to their clinical needs.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gopal Krishna Rai
Dr. Gopal Krishna Rai holds MBBS, MD in General Medicine, and DM in Cardiology degrees[cite: 1]. He is also a Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI, USA)[cite: 1]. He specializes in transradial coronary interventions, emergency angioplasty, and cardiac rhythm device management.
Dr. Rai conducts outpatient consultations at Star Hospital, located at Akhri Bypass on Chunar Road, Varanasi[cite: 1, 2]. Routine OPD hours run Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, while 24/7 emergency interventional coverage is maintained for acute cardiac cases.
Procedures include transradial coronary angiography (CAG), emergency primary angioplasty and stenting (PCI), complex bifurcation stenting, permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI), and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) placement inside a flat-panel digital Cath Lab.
Yes, Star Hospital is empaneled under the Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) scheme, enabling eligible beneficiaries to access cashless cardiac treatments within government guidelines. Cashless hospitalization is also facilitated for all major private and corporate health insurance TPAs.
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