A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specialises in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention of diseases as well as conditions of the heart and blood vessels. They are experts in the cardiovascular system, which includes the heart and blood vessels and are trained to manage a wide range of heart-related conditions including heart attacks, heart failure, arrhythmias, angina, hypertension and peripheral artery disease.

Cardiologists may work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, private practices and research institutions. They use a range of diagnostic tools and procedures such as electrocardiograms (ECGs), stress tests, echocardiograms, cardiac catheterization as well as angiograms in order to diagnose heart conditions and develop treatment plans.

For Bachelor’s

• Aspirants need to pass 10+2 with at least 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology from any recognised board. 
• It is mandatory for students to pass MBBS.

For Masters

• Scholars must possess a Postgraduate degree after completing MBBS.
• To get admission in the PG Program, seekers need to clear the MS or BHU MD entrance exam. 
• Candidates can choose DM (Doctor of Medicine) courses. 

Apart from working as a Cardiologist, there are several other job profiles that a person with a background in Cardiology can pursue. Some of these job profiles include:

• Cardiology Director
• Nuclear Cardiologist
• Interventional Cardiologist
• Cardiology Surgeon
• ECG Technologist
• Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

Employment Sector

• Specialist Hospitals
• Cardiology Clinics
• Government or Private Hospitals
• Private Practices
• Armed Forces Medical Services

There are many recruiters from leading companies who enlist potential medical students. Following are some Recruiters from where students can find an employment opportunity in India: 

• Fortis Hospitals
• Apollo Hospitals
• Max Hospital
• AIIMS
• Artemis
• Indian Armed Forces Medical Services

The salary range may vary from company to company, but the salary of a Cardiologist is very impressive in India.

• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical Thinking

The scope of a cardiologist's career is broad and encompasses a range of subspecialties including interventional cardiology, electrophysiology as well as nuclear cardiology. Moreover, Cardiologists work with patients of all ages from newborns to the elderly and treat a variety of conditions such as heart attacks, arrhythmias, heart failure and congenital heart defects. 

They may also work in research, teaching and administration roles within hospitals as well as medical institutions. As the prevalence of heart disease continues to rise, the demand for skilled cardiologists is expected to increase making it a promising career choice for those interested in pursuing a medical career with a focus on cardiovascular health.

• Handsome salary
• Constant learning
• Exciting job for interested one
• Opportunity to work with experts

• Experience & knowledge is highly required
• High Pressure
• Long working Hours
• Time Constrained