Sujith J. Kalathiveetil, MD, FACC

Cardiology, Structural Heart

4.9
240 Ratings
Years in Practice: 18 years
Practices In: Lisle, Naperville, Westmont, Winfield
Patients Seen: Adults
As a result of many recent advances in the field of car­dio­vas­cu­lar dis­ease, we have a vari­ety of pro­ce­dures and med­ica­tions to offer our patients. I believe in care­ful­ly edu­cat­ing my patients, so that they are able to choose the treat­ment that best reflects their wish­es. My role is to be your med­ical advi­sor, guide and advocate. 
Board Certifications
Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Adult Echocardiography, Cardiac CT
Languages
English
Awards & Accolades
DIRECTOR • ADVANCED CARDIAC IMAGING • ADVOCATE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL 2019
DIRECTOR • ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY • DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP 2019
CO-DIRECTOR • STRUCTURAL HEART DISEASE PROGRAM • DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP 2014
DIRECTOR • CARDIOLOGY GRAND ROUNDS • EDWARD HOSPITAL 2017
CARDIOLOGY REPRESENTATIVE • PROGRAM AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE • EDWARD HOSPITAL 2017
CARDIOLOGY REPRESENTATIVE • PHARMACY AND THERAPEUTICS COMMITTEE • EDWARD HOSPITAL 2017
CHIEF MEDICINE RESIDENT • JOHN COCHRAN VA MEDICAL CENTER • WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE 2005
Clinical Interests

I sub­spe­cial­ize in the diag­no­sis and man­age­ment of struc­tur­al heart dis­ease. These are­dis­eases that involve heart valves, walls, cham­bers and mus­cles. As co-direc­tor of the DuPageMed­ical Group Struc­tur­al Heart Dis­ease Ser­vice, I direct­ly par­tic­i­pate in a vari­ety of the­p­ro­ce­dures that we offer (TAVR, Mitr­a­Clip, Watch­man, ASD/VSD/PFO clo­sure, perivalvu­lar leak­clo­sure, alco­hol sep­tal abla­tion). I also have exper­tise in car­diac imag­ing (car­diac CT, 3D echocar­dio­g­ra­phy, nuclear car­di­ol­o­gy). I serve as med­ical direc­tor of echocar­dio­g­ra­phy for DuPage Med­ical Group.

Personal Interests
I enjoy spend­ing time with my fam­i­ly, trav­el­ling, read­ing sci­ence fic­tion and study­ing history. 
Memberships
American Society of Nuclear Medicine Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography American Society of Echocardiography American College of Cardiology American Heart Association Director - Adavanced Cardiac Imaing - Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (Sept 2019 - Present)
AMITA Health Presence Saint Joseph Hospital, Joliet
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Edward Hospital
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School
The Chicago Medical School Graduation Date: 2002 Degree: MD
Residency
Washington University School of Medicine Resident in Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Washington University School of Medicine Cardiology
Provider’s Publications
Pump It Up—A Boost to Circulation Will Provide Multiple Benefits
December 2016
Nuclear Cardiology Knowledge Self Assessment Program (NCKSAP)
January 2010
Waggoner AD, Kalathiveetil S, Spence KE, Dávila-RomÃin VG, de las Fuentes L. Interatrial conduction time and left atrial function in patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction: effects of cardiac resynchronization therapy. J Am Soc Echocardiogr. 2009 May;22(5):472-7.
May 2009
Kalathiveetil S. Standard Imaging and Diagnostic Testing Modalities (SPECT, Echocardiography, and Cardiac Catheterization). The Washington Manual Cardiology Subspecialty Consult 2nd Edition.
January 2008
Kalathiveetil S. Exercise Testing. The Washington Manual Pulmonary Medicine Subspecialty Consult, Shifren A (Ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2006.
January 2006
Kalathiveetil S. New Imaging and Diagnostic Testing Modalities (Cardiac CT, MRI, PET, IVUS). The Washington Manual Cardiology Subspecialty Consult 2nd Edition. Cuculich S and Kates A (Ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2008.
January 2008

Procedures

24-Hour Holter Monitoring, Aortic Valve PVL, Cardiac Stress Testing, Cardiac Testing, Diagnostic Testing, EKG Stress Testing, Echocardiographic Stress Testing, MitraClip®, Mitral Valve PVL, Nuclear Technology Program, Pharmacologic Stress Testing, Transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR), VSD Closure, WATCHMAN™

Ratings


Ratings Category

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Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.9
240 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9
233 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.9
240 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.9
240 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8
239 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
239 Ratings

Comments


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"I have already recommended Dr. Sujith to 3 of my friends."
5
Jul. 28, 2023
"I've been going to *Dr. Sujith for around 10-12 years and never had a bad experience. I have all the confidence in the world with him."
5
Jul. 26, 2023
"I would like to add, my PCP- Nurse scheduled this appt, as I needed to be seen sooner due to high blood issues, instead of waiting months to get in. I really liked this Cardio Dr as he really cared about & listened to me!"
5
Jul. 25, 2023
"Dr Sujith is an excellent practitioner with exceptional diagnostic skills. Further, he is not only learned in his craft, but he gives much time and effort in keeping his knowledge base up to date and complete."
5
Jul. 23, 2023
"Dr is a fine gentleman, always professional, knowledgeable, personable."
5
Jul. 22, 2023
"*Dr. Sujith is very efficient, understanding and provides answers to my questions."
5
Jul. 18, 2023
"Dr. Kalathiveetil was personable, knowledgable and paid close attention to my concerns. He had excellent understanding of the events and conditions that brought me to him. He listened to my concerns and answered questions from both my wife (who came to the appointment with me) and I with effortless patience and attentiveness."
5
Jul. 10, 2023
"This was my first visit Dr. Sujith Kalathiveetil. He took an interest in why I had come to see him. He explained everything about my condition so I understood what procedure I would have sometime in the future. Took his time and I never felt like I was being rushed."
5
Jul. 3, 2023
"I came for tests after a surprise asymptomatic AFib attack just before knee surgery. Dr. Sujith in particular was very nice and helpful, and we did agree to take on a doctor/patient relationship for the time being (need to know if I actually need a cardiologist. Dr. Sujith made a good impression, and the clinic is well run (was here before with my husband)."
5
Jun. 26, 2023
"One of the best doctor at DULY"
5
Jun. 26, 2023
"*Dr. Sujith has been my cardiologist for 14 + years. I remain satisfied with his care."
4.2
Jun. 20, 2023
"Was very impressed with *Dr. K.'s manner and professionalism."
5
Jun. 20, 2023
"I didn't think the dr. spent much time with me. Only listened to heart & lungs - not any other examination. Did not go thru my health issues, just asked if I had any questions."
3.4
Jun. 16, 2023
"Excellent communication, exceptional command of knowledge, and extremely pleasant physician"
5
Jun. 12, 2023
"Very caring sincere and informative Great personality and answered all my questions sincerely and very compassionate. Highly recommend"
5
Jun. 9, 2023
"Dr Sujith did a fantastic job explaining things, taking plenty of time to answer questions. Felt like he was partnering with me to come up with a solution that was best for me, taking all my concerns in consideration."
5
May. 27, 2023
"*Dr. Sujith is a very good provider, he listens well to the complaint and treats very well."
5
May. 25, 2023
"Everything moved swiftly. Each step was explained & acted upon."
5
May. 25, 2023
"Dr. Sujith is a wonderful Doctor. He explains my concerns throughly in terms that I understand. I highly respect him"
5
May. 14, 2023
"Experience could not have been better!"
5
May. 8, 2023
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