About
With expertise in Cardiology, Dr. Atul Verma provides comprehensive consultations and follow-up care for heart-related conditions. Practicing in Montréal, QC, he serves patients from the surrounding region, adhering to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). His focus is on delivering patient-centered, evidence-based cardiovascular care tailored to individual needs.
Dr. Verma graduated with a Medical Degree in 2012 and holds a specialty certification in Cardiology issued on January 18, 2012. He completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Cardiology, including internships, residencies, and fellowships, to ensure a thorough understanding of the latest advancements in heart health and vascular medicine.
His clinical philosophy emphasizes clear and educational communication, ensuring patients are well-informed about their conditions and treatment options. Committed to serving the Montréal community, he speaks both English and French fluently, facilitating effective patient-provider interactions and fostering trust in his care.
Dr. Verma provides expert care for adults with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including:
Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy
- Management Post-Heart Transplant: Specialized follow-up care for patients who have received a heart transplant (often in dedicated clinics).
- Congestive Heart Failure (Systolic & Diastolic): Comprehensive management including optimizing medications, managing symptoms (fluid retention, shortness of breath), and improving quality of life.
- Pulmonary Hypertension Evaluation: Assessing for high blood pressure in the lung arteries, often related to underlying heart or lung conditions.
Cardiovascular Prevention & Risk Management
- Complex Hypertension Management: Specialist care for difficult-to-control high blood pressure or hypertension with associated complications.
- Primary & Secondary Cardiovascular Prevention: Developing comprehensive strategies (lifestyle and medical) to prevent a first heart event or subsequent events in high-risk individuals.
- Cardiovascular Risk Assessment: Detailed evaluation of individual risk factors to estimate the likelihood of future heart attack or stroke.
Heart Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)
- Ventricular Arrhythmias (e.g., VT, PVCs): Assessment and management of potentially serious irregular heartbeats originating from the lower heart chambers.
- Syncope (Fainting) - Cardiac Causes: Cardiovascular assessment to identify or rule out heart-related causes of fainting or loss of consciousness.
- Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT): Evaluation and management of various types of rapid heart rhythms originating above the ventricles.
Cardiologists manage a broad spectrum of heart and vascular conditions. This list showcases common areas. Consultation with Dr. Verma is typically initiated via referral from your family doctor or another specialist to address your specific cardiovascular concerns.
- Cardiology Consultation & Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of cardiovascular symptoms, risk factors, and medical history to establish a diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Consultation for Shortness of Breath (Dyspnea): Investigating the potential cardiac causes of breathlessness.
- Management of Cardiovascular Medications: Expert prescribing, titration, and monitoring of medications used to treat various heart conditions and risk factors.
- Cardiovascular Risk Factor Assessment & Modification: Comprehensive evaluation of individual risk factors (smoking, diet, exercise, family history, etc.) and developing personalized prevention strategies.
- Anticoagulation Management (e.g., for AFib, Clots): Managing blood-thinning medications to prevent stroke or blood clots, including monitoring and dose adjustments.
Note: This list highlights key areas of cardiovascular care provided by Dr. Verma. The specific services required will depend on your individual diagnosis and referral. Please discuss specific service needs with your referring physician.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
Dr. Verma primarily practices at Hôpital général de Montréal, located in the Ville-Marie West (Golden Square Mile West, Concordia U area) neighborhood of Montréal. The hospital is conveniently situated near Marché Maisonneuve, providing accessible healthcare services to the community. Patients can reach the facility via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including Metro and bus routes. The hospital is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- Are cardiology consultations and tests ordered by Dr. Verma covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- Yes, consultations with specialists like Dr. Verma are typically covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC when you have a valid health card and a required referral. Most medically necessary diagnostic tests ordered by a cardiologist (like ECGs, standard echocardiograms, stress tests) are also usually covered. Some advanced tests or specific procedures might have different coverage rules or require pre-approval. It's always best to confirm specific coverage with Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) or the testing facility.
- Do I need a referral from my family doctor to see Dr. Verma?
- Yes, as a specialist in Cardiology, a referral from your family doctor or another referring physician is required to schedule an appointment with Dr. Verma. This ensures the consultation is appropriate for your medical needs and facilitates coordination of your care. Please ask your doctor to send a referral request.
- When might my family doctor refer me to a Cardiologist?
- Referrals are common for symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness or fainting; abnormal ECG or stress test results; known heart conditions requiring specialist management (e.g., Infective Endocarditis Follow-Up, Pulmonary Hypertension Evaluation, Pericardial Diseases (e.g., Pericarditis)); strong family history of heart disease; or managing cardiovascular risk factors in complex patients.
- How should I prepare for a stress test?
- Specific instructions will be provided when your test is booked. Generally, you may be asked to avoid caffeine for several hours beforehand, wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing, and potentially hold certain heart medications (like beta-blockers) on the day of the test. Always confirm instructions with the testing facility or Dr. Verma's office.
Hôpital général de Montréal
D13.173-1650 av Cedar
Montréal, QC H3G 1A4
Phone: (514) 934-1934
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Verma is a licensed physician regulated by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) under the Medical Act in QC. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.
Verify registration with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ): https://www.cmq.org/en/directory/physicians?number=12016