Murali Muppala, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.C., F.S.C.A.I.

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Get to know Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Murali Mohan Raju Muppala, who serves patients in Fort Myers, Florida.

Dr. Muppala is an experienced interventional cardiologist whose clinical interests include interventional cardiology, peripheral vascular angiography and intervention including carotid interventions, as well as pacemaker and defibrillator implantation. At present, he sees patients at Lee Physician Group – Cardiology in Fort Myers, Florida.

“Your heart works hard, beating an average of 100,000 times a day. That means heart issues can be frightening, life-altering experiences. Our team uses a variety of invasive and non-invasive techniques, backed by the latest technology, to help you heal when seconds count. And since your cardiac health is essential to staying active and happy, we will help you face down challenges and instill long-term healthy habits” as stated on the website of Lee Health. 

The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began after he earned his medical degree from Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences in India. He then went on to complete his internship at Saint Francis Helene Fuld, followed by his residency in internal medicine at LeHigh Valley Hospital. Wanting to further his training. He completed a fellowship in cardiology at Graduate Hospital and a fellowship in interventional cardiology at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.

Dedicated to the highest standards of his profession, Dr. Muppala is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and nuclear cardiology by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Professionally, he is affiliated with several medical centers and hospitals in his local area, including Lehigh Regional Medical Center, Health Park Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Lee Memorial Hospital.

Interventional cardiology is the subspecialty of cardiology that deals specifically with the catheter-based treatment of heart diseases. The field includes the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, vascular disease, and acquired structural heart disease. Interventional cardiologists diagnose and perform various invasive procedures in treating cardiac disease. 

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