EP-349 | The ‘SILENT’ Killer in Your Body: Tips from Top Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Ramakanta Panda

EP-349 | The ‘SILENT’ Killer in Your Body: Tips from Top Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Ramakanta Panda

Author: Asian News International (ANI) September 28, 2025 Duration: 1:22:20

Dr. Ramakanta Panda is a renowned cardiac surgeon and Chairman of the Asian Heart Institute, a leading cardiac care hospital in Mumbai. He has performed over 30,000 successful cardiac surgeries.

Awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2010, Dr. Panda has operated on several top Indian leaders, including former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tarun Gogoi.

In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Dr Panda discusses the rising cases of heart attacks among young people. He addresses whether the COVID-19 vaccine is linked to heart attacks.

Dr. Panda also highlights how lifestyle changes are driving the rise of heart disease in India. He emphasises that diet, exercise and daily habits play a crucial role in preventing heart problems. Dr Panda also shares how he stays calm and focused while performing high-risk surgeries.


00:00 – Introduction

00:46 – Lifestyle Factor Behind Heart Attacks

11:29 – COVID Vaccine and Heart Attack Link

14:49 – Late-Night Habits & Heart Health

21:46 – VIP Patients & High-Risk Surgeries

25:39 – Health Insurance & Financial Security

30:54 – Sugar & Processed Food

36:22 – Heart Risk from Smoking & Alcohol

40:41 – Veg Diet vs Non-Veg Diet

52:04 – Akshay Kumar Fitness Routine

59:53 – Surgery of Dr. Manmohan Singh

1:01:56 – Emotional Stress & Heart Attack Awareness

1:07:52 – Misconceptions About Heart Health

1:13:16 – Heart Attack Symptoms

1:17:02 – Self-Medication and AI Tools


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