As you want to become an Cardiologist let me tell you that the Cardiologist (Heart Specialist) is a medical practitioner, expert in dealing with disorders of human heart.

He is specifically trained medical professional who is able to diagnosis and treats congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure and other related heart diseases.

Eligibility criteria :

Aspiring candidate must have done 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 3 years MD and 3-years DM (Cardiology) to become a Cardiologist.


Cardiologist Required Skills

Cardiologist should be hard-worker, have dedication and above all aptitude in sciences subjects, particularly in chemistry, biology and physics
They should have discipline, patience, commitment to excel and self-confidence to become a Cardiologist.
They should possess organised and professional manner; be sure of your own judgement; and be confident enough to make decisions that could decide the fate of your patients.
They should have ability to work as an individual and as part of a team; excellent communication skills; extensive knowledge of medical practices and leadership qualities.


Salary structure:
Cardiologist can expect to get an average monthly salary of Rs.1 Lakh in the private sector and if they are working in the government hospitals it can be anywhere between Rs.60,000 to Rs.70,000 compensated by free accommodation, perks and respect enjoyed by them.