Premala Raja, MD

Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease

5/5(16)

900 E.PINE ST, STE# 215 & 218 Englewood Florida, 34223 Show map

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Dr. Premala Raja is a highly skilled and experienced cardiologist who specializes in cardiovascular disease . She is currently practicing at DRS.RAJA & RAJA,PA ,Englewood , Florida and is affiliated with HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Dr. Raja received her graduate degree from Madras Medical College in India in 1979. She then completed her internship and residency at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in New Jersey in 1980 and 1982 respectively. She also completed her fellowship at Jersey City Medical Center in 1984. Dr. Raja is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Raja is an expert in echocardiogram, transesophageal echo-c, carotid Doppler, stress tests (regular and nuclear), holter monitor, event monitor, pacer clinic, AICD clinic, and EKGS. She also specializes in general cardiology, which includes heart murmur, CHF, CAD, and HTN. She received her training in cardiology at Jersey City Medical Center in New Jersey. Dr. Raja has been recognized for her exceptional work in the field of cardiology. She was awarded the Best Cardiologist in Englewood, FL in 2013 and was also the recipient of the Gold Medal Award in School. She served as the ex-chief of medicine at ECH, FL . Dr. Raja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine & recertified in cardiology board in 2022 .

Education and Training

Jersey City Medical Center Fellowship 1984

MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, INDIA. MBBS 1975

St.Joseph's Hospital , N.J. INTERNAL MEDICINE RESIDENCY 1982

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine

Cardiology (Internal Medicine)

Provider Details

Female English, Tamil

Premala Raja, MD

TIMING IS CRUCIAL!
I like to advise the patients to seek for help when one experiences chest pain or symptoms from stroke ASAP or STAT. If you do not seek for help on timely fashion, it is too late. Treatments are available before the damage is done. For an example, if one goes to ER, with chest pain that lasts for...
COOPERATION & DETERMINATION
Physicians are here to help the patients. We recommend how to proceed with the life style after the heart attack, after stent for CAD, & after bypass surgery. Patients have to do their homework, such as stop smoking, exercising regularly, eat properly & follow instructions as advised by...

How to treat this issue?
I am sorry for you. you are too young to have chest pain from hardening of the arteries.You are going thro' anxiety subconsciously. yoga will help to relax. I do not recommend meds for anxiety. You are too young to take these meds. i recommend Regular stress test to give you assurance & echocardiogram to r/o mitral valve prolapse .counseling will help you too. READ MORE
Can you tell if you have heart fibrillation by taking your pulse?
when you check your pulse, it will be very , very irregular. Now a days ,apple watch is able to get the tracing of the cardiac rhythm. Pulsr rate won't be constant. READ MORE
Do heart stents last forever?
not really. If one has drug eluting stent, it is supposed to keep the artery open for a while. We do not use Bare metal stent very often since it is not the best. On some occasions , we use them. If patient does not take 2 antiplatlet agents for 1 year,( mandatory) & continue either aspirin or plavix for the rest of the years, it is high chance for the stent to close. Of course, keeping LDL level under 70. & No smoking will keep the stent patent for a while. READ MORE
Is physical therapy good after a heart attack?
Cardiac Rehab will help you. it should be covered by your insurance . It gives you piece of mind after the heart attack, after bypass surgery & stent placement. Mentally ,you are afraid to do anything. This cardiac rehab is done under supervision. READ MORE
Pericardial infusion?
# 1 cause is viral infection. it is usually self limited. If thyroid gland is under functioning, it can cause pericardial effusion. collagen diseases, like lupus & rheumatoid arthritis can cause, After the heart attack,one can get it.After open heart surgery ,one can get it. Ofcourse , infection & cancer can cause when it spreads to the heart & lung. READ MORE
Is this a heart attack?
Even though heart attacks are seen more in males than in females, your symptoms are highly suggestive of heart related problem. You are in menopause age, that means the risk for heart attack is equally similar to males. you have hypertension. so you should go to ER.if it is new onset & last longer. READ MORE
Concerned chest pain?
Do not wait. Call 911 & go to the nearest hospital for ER checkup. It means you are expecting heart attack until it is ruled out. READ MORE
Feel abnormal and very unwell?
You have to see a cardiologist for further work up . When you say palpitation, it means your heart rate is fast. It does not say if it is Atrial fib,flutter or SVT. So you need Event moniter or Holter moniter with ekg , lab tests to check potassium level & thyroid test. Once the Arrhythmia is found, it will be treated correctly . Especially if it is Atrial fib or flutter, you need blood thinner to prevent stroke. READ MORE
Are there any natural alternatives to Plavix?
I do not know why you are given plavix with asa for 6 yrs after CABG. Did you have stroke ? If you did not have stroke, you do not need both. Just baby asa is adequate READ MORE
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I do not think acupuncture is invasive. If the person who does this procedure wants you to stop it then you can skip one dose on the previous day &am on the DOP. Then restart. READ MORE
How long does a stent last in your heart?
Once one has a stent, it is there forever. For some patients, they may not need another stent or bypass surgery for several years. Some patients may need another stent for the same artery blockage in one year. It depends upon how the ldl level is kept, activities of the patient, and if the patient takes aspirin or not daily. READ MORE
Is it safe to go to the gym 6 months after coronary artery bypass surgery?
As long as you are cleared by your surgeon & cardiologist, there is no reason why you can't go to the gym. In fact, you should be able to resume your exercise after 6 weeks without any restrictions, gradually. READ MORE
Can you have a heart attack without knowing it?
Yes. Especially if the patient is diabetic, the patient does not feel the chest pain as described in the book. The patient may feel like he or she has flu-like symptoms.when the patient has EKG a few months later for some reason, it may show that the patient had a heart attack,That's why I recommend EKG done at least once a year. Sometimes, patients may feel indigestion-like symptoms. READ MORE
Are heart diseases heriditary?
Weak heart is hereditory as well. if you have echo-c , it will show if your heart is dilated or not. Cardiac arrest can be from hardening of the arteries too. to make sure that you have stress test done periodically.check your cholestrol level, potassium & magnesium levels.Sometime we recommend you to take aspirin 81mg once daily if there is no contraindication. READ MORE
What should you do if someone starts complaining of chest pain?
He or she should be seen by a doctor for ruling out hardening of the artery. if he has chest pain after the daytime hours, call paramedics . do not drive the motor vehicle by yourself. Chew 4 baby aspirin while you wait for paramedic. READ MORE
Is it normal for a child to have chest pain?
Not normal. It could be from mitral valve prolapse, or from muscular pain. Echocardiogram will help to rule out pain from MVP. To look for cardiac arrhythmia READ MORE
Can you die from a heart attack?
Definitely. Heart attack is due to occlusion of a blood vessel that supplies the heart muscle. If the heart damage is smaller in size, patient will recover with minimal complication. If the damage is a larger size or if it involves the crucial area of the heart, the patient can have cardiac arrest, hole in the heart muscle, or rupture of the heart muscle or delayed complication like CHF, etc. READ MORE
Can you explain to me what a sinus arrhythmia is?
Most of the time, the heart beat is regular. When you check the pulse on the wrist, there is regular rhythm. In sinus arrhythmia, the heart rate or pulse is not regular. One feels that there is some irregularity with regular rhythm, it is also associated with respiratory phase. That means the heart rate will be slightly faster with regularity during inhalation & exhalation. READ MORE
Are heart murmurs life threatening?
Yes, you should see a cardiologist to find out: 1. if you have a heart murmur; 2. what is the source of the heart murmur; and 3. the severity of the heart murmur. From the cardiac ultrasound test, most of the information can be obtained. READ MORE
Is heart failure usually sudden?
Most of the time, heart failure is due to weakness of the heart muscle, which is due to heart attack or alcohol abuse or viral infection. Sometimes, the weakness of the heart muscle is hereditary, too. If the heart valves are either stenotic or leaky, heart failure can occur. Most of the time, it is progressive. If there is rupture of the tendon or papillory muscles inside the heart, this can result in sudden onset of chf. Acute heart attack can result in chf. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Specialized in Echocardiogram, Transesophageal Echocardiogram, Cardioversion, Coumadin clinic,Carotid doppler, Stress Tests ( Regular & Nuclear), Holter moniter, Event Moniter,Pacer Clinic, Aicd Clinic, & Ekgs.Practicing General Cardiology that consists of Congestive Heart Failure,Coronary Artery Disease ,Heart Murmur, Stroke, Vascular Disease,,Aneurysm of Aorta,Cardiomyopathy,AntiCoagulant Therapy, Arrhythmia &,Hypertension.

Faculty Titles & Positions

EX.CHIEF OF MEDICINE ECH, FL 2000 - 2000

Awards

2013 Best Cardiologist, Englewood, FL
Gold Medal Award in School

Treatments

High Cholesterol
Heart Disease
Stroke
Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
Vascular Disease

Professional Memberships

FELLOW AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY.

Fellowships

Cardiovascular Disease - Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

I am very busy wiih my practice. I donate to several organizations .After my retirement, I will have more time to get involved with charitable organisations.

Fellowships

Jersey City Hospital; Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease

What do you attribute your success to?

Her and her husband started a medical clinic in Englewood called Drs. Raja and Raja, Pa; her husband is a gastroenterologist and they met in medical school in India.

Areas of research

I am deeply involved with patient's care. I am not in the research program.

Premala Raja, MD's Practice location

DRS.RAJA & RAJA,PA

900 E.PINE ST, STE# 215 & 218 -
Englewood, Florida 34223

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Premala Raja, MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 16 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

Patricia
(5)
Always very caring. Very thorough and concerned. She's put her diagnosis exactly right every time.
Joseph
(5)
Excellent in every category from receptionist to doctor especially nurse Lin. ,
Joseph
(5)
I like Dr.Premala Raga. I the she is a very good Dr.
Dick
(5)
Great bed side manner . Great doctor
Lee
(4)
She takes time with you
Janet
(5)
I think she has been wonderful to me. And my husband. I have nothing but highest praise for her. She has treated both of us. I would be reluctant to ever change to another doctor.
Francis
(5)
Dr. Premala Raja has been a wonderful doctor. Wouldn't want to change doctors.I have high praises for her.
Edna
(5)
I have been seeking Dr Raja close to 20 years and with her great skills have gotten me to over 95 years old. I credit her with my longevity.
(5)
Dr P Raja is a fantastic cardiologist who gives very personalized care. Best in this area!
(5)
Thorough, caring and takes the time to really listen to the patient.
(5)
Dr.P.Raja is the best doctor I have ever had.
(5)
Very attentive and concerned. Knowledgable, dedicated to my health.
(5)
Awesome doctor excellent personality
(5)
She saved my life and I don't have anything negative to say about Dr.P.Raja
Shirley
(5)
No complaints good experience
(5)
I think that she is a great doctor. I couldn't ask for a better one. She knew that my AAA was ready to bust. I wouldn't be here now if it wasn't for Dr. Premala Raja. I just want to thank her.

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Get to know Cardiologist Dr. Premala Raja, who serves patients in Florida.

Dr. Raja is a highly skilled and experienced cardiologist. She and her husband, a gastroenterologist whom she met in medical school in India, opened Raja & Raja, MD, PA in Englewood, Florida.

Helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life, Dr. Raja is an expert in echocardiogram, transesophageal echo-c, carotid Doppler, stress tests (regular and nuclear), Holter monitor, event monitor, pacer clinic, AICD clinic, and EKGS. She also specializes in general cardiology, which includes heart murmur, CHF, CAD, and HTN, and is affiliated with HCA Florida Englewood Hospital.

Bringing to her practice a worldly medical education, Dr. Raja received her medical degree from Madras Medical College in India in 1979. She then relocated to the United States, completing her internship and residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in New Jersey in 1980 and 1982, respectively. She further completed her fellowship at Jersey City Medical Center in 1984.

A Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Raja is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease 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.

Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart, as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiologists are doctors who diagnose, assess, and treat patients with diseases and defects of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system).

Recognized for her exceptional work in the field of cardiology, Dr. Raja was awarded the Best Cardiologist in Englewood, Florida in 2013 and was the recipient of the Gold Medal Award in School.