Dr. K V Sahasranam MD., DM (Cardiology)      [Sahasranam Kalpathy]
Dr. K V Sahasranam MD., DM (Cardiology) [Sahasranam Kalpathy]

Studied MBBS at Calicut Medical College, India and MD in General Medicine from the same college in 1979. Received 11 Gold medals for various subjects in MBBS during the course and was first in the Calicut University for MBBS. 

Acquired a Post Doctoral degree - DM in Cardiology from the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences and Research at Chandigarh, India in 1981
Worked in the capacity of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor of Cardiology in the Medical College Calicut till 1992.
Went abroad to Dubai for a five year stint as Senior Consultant Cardiologist and returned in 1997.
Left the Medical College service to join the Baby Memorial Hospital, a Multispecialty hospital at Calicut in 1997.
Promoted as Chief of Medical Services in the hospital in 2013. Continued to be a consultant in Cardiology.
Retired from the posts in Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut, India in 2022 and settled in the United States of America.
Engaged now full time as an author publishing books - Both Fiction and Non-Fiction.
Have published over 40 Academic papers in various National and International Journals on Cardiology topics. Written chapters in various textbooks on Cardiology-related topics.
Interested in Teaching and Giving Lectures. Published a small booklet on "Understanding the Electrocardiogram" for the help of junior doctors and doctors with MBBS. 
Has published Three courses in Udemy on Electrocardiography.
Also interested in Painting, Poetry writing, Writing articles (non medical) etc.
Likes to have friends.

Dr. K. V. Sahasranam is the author of Thirteen books, both Fiction and Non Fiction, previously on various subjects like Short stories for children, an Autobiographical fiction, a book on ‘Understanding the  Electrocardiogram’ and two books on ‘Health Problems in Old Age’. His first book on ‘Understanding Hinduism series’ is named “Demystifying Hinduism and the second one “The Avadhoota”. In the book “Daily Musings” he has given inspirational messages for daily living derived from the scriptures and Hindu Mythology. 

His two books on ‘Skillsets for Success’ were named “How to Master Essential Life Skills” and “How to Achieve Professional Excellence”. In these books he has described skills needed to be successful in life from the point of view of a Medical Director. His latest Suspense Thriller is “Truth Lies Out There” His latest novel is a Hospital based Medical thriller named "Code Black".
He writes under the pen name  'Sahasranam Kalpathy'

He is a now settled in the U.S leading a retired life.  

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High Blood Pressure Demystified

All-in-Guide with Practical Advice and Support for Hypertension Patients and their Families
From the series: Everyday Health Guide

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE DEMYSTIFIED

Are you or someone you love concerned about high blood pressure?

If so, this book serves as an Essential Guide, offering valuable insights into understanding and managing blood pressure.

"High Blood Pressure Demystified" is written in straightforward, accessible language, making it easy for readers to grasp the key...

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Diabetes Demystified

Unlock the secrets to Managing Diabetes, Control Blood Sugar, Improve Your Health, and Prevent Complications for a Better Life
Book #1 from the series: Everyday Health Guide

“Demystifying Diabetes” is an accessible and practical guide crafted to empower individuals diagnosed with diabetes, their families, and caregivers.

Written in clear and straightforward language, this book covers every aspect of diabetes, making it easy for everyone to understand and apply the information in their daily lives.

This book is part...

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CODE BLACK

A Hospital Thriller with Politics, Crime, Betrayal, Love and Violence

The prestigious Dhanvantari Metropolitan Hospital is in the grip of a mystery.

  • Hon’ble Mr. Kishan Chand, the Home Minister, is admitted to the hospital following a heart attack and scheduled for a critical angioplasty.
  • A sinister plot brews beneath the surface.
  • Bilal, a terrorist in disguise, has infiltrated the hospital with a deadly mission–to...
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Other Writing

AN ARTICLE - PUBLICATION
“Beware of Burp” : Unusual Presentation of Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction This article was published in the BMH Medical Journal in 2019. It deals with an unusual presentation in a patient with Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction

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AN ACADEMIC PPT. PRESENTATION  -   ACUTE RHEUMATIC FEVER    AN ACADEMIC

AN ACADEMIC PPT. PRESENTATION
Hi Friends,
This is a group of 28 slides showing the Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Rheumatic Fever. This was part of a discussion in our teaching program for Post Graduate Students in Medicine.

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AN ACADEMIC PPT. PRESENTATION  -  ATRIAL FIBRILLATION - A Concise Review

AN ACADEMIC PPT. PRESENTATION

This is a Talk given online to the students of Medvarsity in India on Atrial Fibrillation - A Concise Review in 2023. It covers the Definition, Causes, Features, ECG diagnosis and Treatment of the condition in a rather elaborate 1-hour presentation.

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HEART ATTACK DEMYSTIFIED - Heart Attack Myths Busted Step-by-Step Guide to

HEART ATTACK DEMYSTIFIED

Heart Attack Myths Busted Step-by-Step Guide to Heart Attack Prevention and Care

Await my next book in the "Everyday Health Guide" Series.

Being Launched...

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High Blood Pressure Demystified - All-in-One Guide with Practical Advice

High Blood Pressure Demystified

All-in-One Guide with Practical Advice and Support for Hypertension Patients and Their Families

This is my latest book due to be published next...

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Blog

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges   -   Practical Guidance on Leadership

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges

Practical Guidance on Leadership and Restraint from the Mahabharata

In the epic “Mahabharata”, there comes a pivotal moment when Emperor Yudhishtra, along with his wife Draupadi and his four brothers, is exiled to the forest by their scheming cousin Duryodhana. The period of banishment spans thirteen years, with a significant challenge in the final year. During this thirteenth year, the exiled Pandavas must live incognito, blending into society without...

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Understanding the Purusharthas    -   The Purpose of Human Life

Understanding the Purusharthas

The Purpose of Human Life

In Hindu philosophy, Purushartha refers to the essential ‘purposes’ or ‘goals’ of human life. The term itself combines two words: “Purusha”, meaning “human” or “soul,” and “Artha”, meaning “purpose” or “goal.” Together, they signify the aims or pursuits that guide our existence on earth.

Unlike other living beings, humans are considered capable of conscious growth and self-realization. So, why are we here as humans and not as animals,...

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Mahabali and Vamana

Unveiling the Truth Behind the Myth and Reality

Among the most misinterpreted figures in Hindu mythology is Mahabali, also known as Bali Chakravarthy, and his interaction with the Vamana Avatara (incarnation) of Bhagavan Maha Vishnu. The narrative of Mahabali is richly described in the Srimad Bhagavatam (Canto 8, Chapters 15–23). This account showcases how the arrogance of a powerful king was quelled by Maha Vishnu, one of the Trimurti (Hindu Trinity). Let us explore the...

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 I am offering a FREE eBook on "Diseases of the Heart". It is about FOUR main diseases that affect the heart namely, CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE, HEART FAILURE, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE and ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. This is written in simple English for the common man and is easily understandable. Download the FREE eBook and learn about the Heart today. Click on the LINK below to get the book.

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Dr. K. V. Sahasranam  [Sahasranam Kalpathy]