Dr. Refai Showkathali
MBBS, MRCP (UK), CCT - Cardiology
Cardiologist,
Interventional Cardiologist
25 Years Experience Overall (10 years as specialist)
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100% (23 patients)
After finishing medical graduation in India, Dr. Refai moved to the UK for further training. His career in Cardiology was undertaken at World Class Tertiary Cardiac Centres like St.Bartholomew's Hospital (London), Imperial College Hospital (formerly called as Hammersmith Hospital, London), St George's Hospital (London), The Essex Cardiothoracic Surgeon Centre (Essex) and King's College Hospital (London). He moved back to India after 14 years of specialist training in advanced Interventional Cardiology and practising in India for last 4 yrs. He is currently practising in Apollo Main Hospital, Greams Road, Chennai. He is currently holding the prestigious Fellowship of Royal College of Physicians, London (FRCP, London) and Fellowship of American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Fellowship of European Society of Cardiology (FESC). He is an Examiner for the MRCP PACES exam being conducted by the Royal College of Physicians, London. He also holds an academic title of "Professor" at Apollo Hospital Educational and Research Foundation.Specialist in Angioplasty (Stent placement), Transradial Rotablation, Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Angioplasty, Left main stem (LMCA), Bifurcation angioplasty, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Transcatheter valvular interventions, Pacemaker, ICD, CRT implantation and ASD closures . TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) Fellowship undertaken at King's College Hospital, London which is one of the high volume TAVI centers in the world performing TAVI's from 2007.He has published extensively in the field of Cardiology with more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in reputed International Journals. Invited Faculty in various national and International conferences. He also regularly reviews manuscripts for national and International journals for publication.
Visited For Back Pain Treatment
I was admitted in the hospital for backpain and fainting. Doctors examined me and i was not satisfied with the diagnosis. At that time my best friend suggested Dr.Refai .My wife explained the ailment overphone.She was very much impressed about the the doctor's guidance . We discharged from madurai and proceeded to chennai for treatment. I had breathing problem and fainted continously. His findings through Echo, CTand Doppler revealed thrombus in lung and left leg. Without any delay (around 10.45 pm) , Dr. rang us and informed that this could be cured with injection and medicine. I am undergoing treatment. From then i am getting improved day by day. I feel secured in safe hands of the best Dr, i never (ever)met. Being a Doctor, He (Dr.Refai ) is a man of simplicity. His patience in explaining the path of treatment made us strong. Great, he is not only a Dr, he is a God to save our life.
Visited For Treadmill Test - TMT
Dr Refai is knowledgeable. He is humble and understands the needs of his patient and makes you comfortable like you are chatting with a friend. He has a relaxed approach while treating his patients.He gives enough time and attention to the patient and go through all your medical records.Any patient meeting him will get the confidence that they are in safest hands. He is approachable at any time over the phone to address any of your medical concerns.
I would strongly recommend Dr Refai for anyone having difficulty in getting a correct diagnosis.
Visited For Chest Pain During Exercise
*** **** ****** ****** *** *** **** *** ******** ******* *** ********* *** ********** ** *** **** ****** I took my father to many cardio doctors but he is very special to our family. His skills sets are good as well. Without any doubt you can consult him for any cardio symptoms ** **** **** *** *** **** *********
Dr.Refai is a very genuine and down to earth person. The way he explained my heart condition and the treatment of choice did not scare me instead it gave me a clarity of my situation and helped me in deciding the treatment I want. His approach to me at the time of procedure was very much stress relieving. He is simply an awesome doctor.
Visited For Heart Conditions
Had met Dr. Refai in 2015 and my father had his second angioplasty. My father is diabetic for almost 25 years and has always been very comfortable with the Doctor as he is extremely dedicated and friendly. He is very sincere, outstandingly skilled and has always been available to his patients. We are extremely impressed with his human touch and quality of practice.
Visited For Heart Conditions
I was beyond impressed with my experience at this doctor’s office. My first contact was with Dr. Refai Showkathli and I was completely blown away by how helpful and kind he was and how fast he was at getting back to me! A lot of doctors don’t realize how important it is to have administration like Him. The first point of contact is crucial!
Now on to the appointment… my appointment ran on time, Dr Refai was really knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable throughout the appointment! I would highly recommend this medical group. I was completely taken care under his knowledge on the whole treatment.
Feedback from Mr.T.Christopher Robert, Govt High School, HM (Rtd), near Melmaruvathur and patient (AngioPlasty with 2 stents) of Dr.Refai Showkathali, Interventional Cardiologist, Chennai – during Aug – 2015. When I was brought to the operation theatre, I was totally nervous. But, it is Dr.Refai who stood by me and withered away all my fear. His consoling and optimistic word made me feel that nothing bad will happen to me. Dr.Refai indeed is wedded to his profession as a Cardiologist, working round the clock, unmindful of money, prestige, power, etc., He gives ample guidelines to avail insurance coverage facilities. He is calm and relaxed while he is consulting or giving treatment. I have never seen him getting angry. He took all possible medical efforts (next to God) to give me a new life. I shall remain thankful forever for his dedicated service. May God bless him abundantly.
Visited For Heart Conditions
Happy with: Doctor friendliness
He is very good and soft spoken like family members. His assistant are also nice and good they give good time.
Visited For Pain in Left part of Chest
He is only one doctor doing correct doctor duty in medical field, he is very friendly with paitent and paitent family.. and we can easily access him, he will tell what is problem and what will happen if we are not take treatment and what are solutions there everything he will share as friendly manner , i never seen such character doctor in my life ...
Thank you Sir...
Humane doctor with excellent listening and communicating skills. Made us feel warm, spent enough time to understand my history, and explained his treatment approach.
Also promptly answered email queries. Highly recommended!
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