Dr Snehal Kulkarni
Consultant Pediatric Cardiology
Who is Dr. Snehal Kulkarni and what does she specialise in?
Dr. Snehal Kulkarni is a Consultant Pediatric Cardiologist at S.L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate in Mahim, Mumbai. With more than 20 years of specialised experience, she diagnoses and treats congenital and acquired heart conditions in fetuses, newborns, infants, children, adolescents, and adults with congenital heart disease. She holds an MBBS, MD in General Medicine, and a DNB in Cardiology.
Tip: Dr. Kulkarni offers expertise in both non-invasive diagnostics and interventional catheterisation procedures, helping many patients avoid open-heart surgery.
Dr. Kulkarni trained at B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai, served as Assistant Professor of Cardiology at KEM Hospital, and was Chief of Pediatric Cardiology at Madras Medical Mission, where she worked under internationally recognised cardiac surgeon Dr. K. M. Cherian for six years. She has been instrumental in establishing Pediatric Cardiology services across multiple hospitals in Mumbai and has authored more than 40 publications in national and international journals.
What are Dr. Snehal Kulkarni's areas of expertise?
Dr. Snehal Kulkarni at S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai provides specialised care across the following areas of pediatric and congenital cardiology:
- Fetal Cardiology — fetal echocardiography, prenatal heart defect detection, high-risk pregnancy cardiac screening, and prenatal treatment planning
- Non-Invasive Pediatric Cardiology — echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring, and exercise testing
- Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterisation — evaluation of congenital defects, cardiac pressures, blood flow abnormalities, and pulmonary hypertension
- Interventional Cardiac Catheterisation — device closure of defects, balloon-based interventions, and structural heart procedures
- Balloon Dilatation — treatment of pulmonary and aortic valve stenosis, balloon angioplasty, and congenital obstruction management
- Stent Implantation — vascular stenting, pulmonary artery interventions, and coarctation-related procedures
- Pediatric Arrhythmia and Cardiomyopathy Management
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease — long-term follow-up, transition care, pregnancy counselling, and arrhythmia management in congenital conditions
- Rheumatic Heart Disease and Pediatric Heart Failure
Which heart conditions does Dr. Snehal Kulkarni commonly treat?
Dr. Kulkarni manages a broad range of congenital and acquired cardiovascular conditions at S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai:
| Condition | Category |
|---|---|
| Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) | Congenital Heart Defect |
| Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) | Congenital Heart Defect |
| Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) | Congenital Heart Defect |
| Tetralogy of Fallot | Complex Congenital Defect |
| Pulmonary Stenosis | Valve Disorder |
| Aortic Stenosis | Valve Disorder |
| Coarctation of the Aorta | Structural Heart Defect |
| Pediatric Arrhythmias | Rhythm Disorder |
| Cardiomyopathies | Heart Muscle Disease |
| Pulmonary Hypertension | Vascular Condition |
| Fetal Heart Abnormalities | Prenatal Cardiology |
| Adult Congenital Heart Disease | Lifelong Congenital Care |
| Rheumatic Heart Disease | Acquired Heart Disease |
What are Dr. Snehal Kulkarni's educational qualifications and training?
- MBBS
- MD — General Medicine
- DNB — Cardiology
- Advanced Cardiology Training — B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
Tip: Dr. Kulkarni's training spans clinical cardiology, interventional techniques, and academic medicine — providing a comprehensive foundation for complex pediatric cardiac care.
What is Dr. Snehal Kulkarni's professional background?
Dr. Snehal Kulkarni has built her career across some of India's most respected cardiac institutions over more than 20 years:
- Advanced Cardiology Training — B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai (clinical and interventional cardiology)
- Assistant Professor of Cardiology — KEM Hospital, Mumbai (academic medicine and mentorship of medical trainees)
- Chief of Pediatric Cardiology — Madras Medical Mission (six years; worked under internationally recognised cardiac surgeon Dr. K. M. Cherian)
- Establishment of Pediatric Cardiology Services — multiple hospitals across Mumbai, improving access to specialised cardiac care for children and newborns
- Consultant Pediatric Cardiologist — S.L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai (current)
What academic and research contributions has Dr. Snehal Kulkarni made?
Dr. Kulkarni has made substantial contributions to the academic literature in pediatric and congenital cardiology:
- Author and co-author of chapters in medical textbooks
- More than 40 publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals
- Participation in scientific conferences and academic forums
- Mentorship and teaching of medical trainees throughout her career
Her published research spans diagnostic and interventional pediatric cardiology, fetal cardiac assessment, and congenital heart disease management.
What can patients expect from a consultation with Dr. Snehal Kulkarni at SL Raheja Hospital?
S.L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate in Mahim, Mumbai provides a dedicated environment for pediatric cardiac care. Patients consulting Dr. Snehal Kulkarni can expect a structured, evidence-based evaluation that covers clinical history, non-invasive diagnostic investigations (echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring), and — where indicated — interventional catheterisation procedures, all within a single centre.
Dr. Kulkarni's approach is family-centred: parents and caregivers are actively involved in understanding the diagnosis, the proposed treatment plan, and the long-term follow-up schedule. For expectant parents, fetal echocardiography and prenatal counselling services allow early planning before birth. Adults living with congenital heart disease can also access transition care and long-term follow-up through her clinic.
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