Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Grand Rapids, MI specializing in interventional cardiology and pediatric cardiology. Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy, MD is affiliated with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System (SJMHS), Sparrow, SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS and E.W. Sparrow Hospital.
25 Michigan Street Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
225 N State Street
Reed City, MI 49677
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
He completed residency at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER). He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics American Board of Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, and has a state license in Michigan.
Residency: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) (1997)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics American Board of Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine,
Licensed In: Michigan
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Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 16 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Grand Rapids, MI.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Medtronic, Inc. |
$2,662
Micra $2,662 |
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St. Jude Medical, Inc. |
$1,049
Electrophysiology $1,049 |
BIOTRONIK INC. |
$153
Bradycardia products $153 |
Medtronic Vascular, Inc. |
$35
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) $35 |
Medtronic Xomed, Inc. |
$14
Advanced Energy Cutting Device $14 |
Travel and Lodging | $3,536 |
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Food and Beverage | $336 |
Education | $40 |
Dr. Christopher Ratnasamy is a pediatric cardiology and interventional cardiology specialist. Dr. Ratnasamy has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Ratnasamy include congenital heart disease. He is professionally affiliated with Sparrow and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System (SJMHS). He welcomes new patients at his office inReed City, MI as reported by Doctor.com. For his residency, Dr. Ratnasamy trained at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), a hospital affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and a hospital affiliated with the University of Miami. Dr. Ratnasamy speaks Tamil.