Dr Tariq Rashid - Interventional Cardiologist

24/01/2026

Heartcare 2026 at GMC Anantnag

23/01/2026

21/01/2026

Pleased to share I have completed 1 year at Ujala Cygnus Hospital Nowgam Srinagar. Alhamdulliah by the Grace of almighty we successfully did 300+ heart surgeries in this period whic included

Coronary angioplasty including primary angioplasty/complex angioplasty like Left main,bifurcation,CTO and IVL and Rotablation assisted angioplasty.

Permanent pacemaker like single chamber , dual chamber and Conduction system pacing.

Button device closure of defects like ASD and PDA.

Baloon valvotomy like PTMC.

Besides we also did 600+ diagnostic coronary angiograms and 6000+ Echocardiograms during this period.

I am thankful to my cath lab team including Mr Rameez, Mr Gazanfar,Mr Zuhaib,Miss Nidha and Miss Arooba

My Special thanks to Dr Pervez Ahmad Sofi MD Ujala Cygnus Hoapital for his constant support and help throughout this journey without which it would have not been possible.

Above all I want to thank my Kashmiri people for their trust and love. We promise to work with more dedication so as to come upto your expectations .

19/01/2026

Love and honour by the son of patient after a complex high risk Angioplasty in a 70 year old male who had suffered a heart attack

13/01/2026

Finished today’s cath list

5 angioplasties done besides 3 diagnostic angiograms

Thanks to my cath team

08/01/2026

Dr. Tariq Rashid Shah!
Dr. Tariq Rashid Shah is a highly accomplished interventional cardiologist and a leading name in advanced cardiac care in Kashmir. He currently serves as Director and Head of the Department of Cardiology and Cath Lab at Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Speciality Hospital, Nowgam, Srinagar, where he plays a pivotal role in delivering state-of-the-art cardiovascular services.
With over 22 years of medical experience, including more than a decade in interventional cardiology, Dr. Shah has built a reputation for clinical excellence and precision. He has successfully performed over 5,000 cardiac interventions, reflecting both his expertise and commitment to patient care. His core areas of specialization include coronary angiography, angioplasty (PTCA), permanent pacemaker implantation, and the management of complex coronary artery disease and heart failure.
Dr. Shah’s academic journey is equally distinguished. He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College, Srinagar (2003), followed by an MD in Internal Medicine from Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar (2008). He later earned his DM in Cardiology from SKIMS (2017), where he was awarded the Gold Medal in recognition of his outstanding academic and clinical performance.
Renowned for his skill, dedication, and compassionate approach, Dr. Tariq Rashid Shah continues to significantly advance cardiac care and improve patient outcomes across the region.

04/01/2026

& Risk of

1. Why Increase in

Cold exposure triggers several physiological changes:
• Vasoconstriction: Blood vessels become narrow to conserve heat → increases blood pressure.
• Increased cardiac workload: The heart must pump harder against tighter vessels.
• Higher oxygen demand: The heart muscle needs more oxygen when working harder.
• Increased blood thickness: Cold causes blood to become more viscous → increases risk of clot formation.
• Sympathetic activation: Cold stress triggers release of adrenaline → increases heart rate and can precipitate plaque rupture.

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2. Who Is Most at Risk?
• People with existing coronary artery disease
• Elderly individuals
• Patients with hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol
• Smokers
• Those engaging in strenuous activity in the cold (e.g., shovelling snow)

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3. Common Triggers in Winter
• Sudden exposure to very cold air
• Early morning activity (when temperature and blood pressure both peak)
• Heavy exertion in cold
• Poorly controlled BP during winter

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4. How to Reduce the Risk
• Keep warm: layers, gloves, covering face/nose
• Avoid sudden heavy exertion in cold
• Warm up indoors before going out
• Manage BP, sugar, cholesterol well
• Regular medications and check-ups
• Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
• Stay hydrated (cold reduces thirst)

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5. Symptoms to Watch For
• Chest pain/pressure
• Shortness of breath
• Pain radiating to arm, jaw, or back
• Nausea, sweating, dizziness

11/12/2025

UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF HEART ATTACK

A 65 year old female developed some discomfort in upper part of abdomen . She visited a gastroenterologist friend for stomach related checkup. The doctor after checking her suspected something unusual and ordered an ECG which was abnormal. Patient was referred to us for further evaluation. Patient was immediately taken for Angiography which revealed 90% blockage in proximal LAD supplying major chunk of blood to heart. Immediate intervention was done and a stent was placed successfully and blood flow to heart was restored.

Never ignore pain in chest or upper abdomen. Get an urgent ecg done so that heart attack will not be missed. This way a lot of precious lives can be saved.

02/12/2025

60 year opd female had undergone plain Baloon angioplasty 1 year back. Again developed progressive chest pain for last 3 months. Check angio revealed tight blockage at the angioplasty site. Blockage was opened with a Drug eluting stent. Symptoms have improved dramatically and patient has resumed her daily activities .

27/11/2025

PATIENT with ACUTE STENT THROMBOSIS

65 year old male who had undergone angioplasty and stenting of LAD ( artery supplying 70% of blood to heart). He stopped medications especially blood thinners for last 3 months. On Saturday patient developed severe chest pain and difficulty in breathing. ECG was advised which showed massive MI. Patient was taken immediately to cathlab and angiography was done revealing 99 percent blockage of the stent. The blockage was opened and blood flow to heart was restored early . Patient recovered well and was discharged after two days .

PS: please do not stop medications after angioplasty and stenting otherwise there is a big risk of stent thrombosis and sudden death .

26/11/2025

Google review by one of our patients.

Thanks a lot for such encouraging words .

We promise to work with more dedication and zeal to live upto your expectations .