Indian Heart Association

The heartbeat of India and South Asians worldwide.

Join us in our quest to conquer heart disease.

Our three pillars

The Economist's Heart Health in Asia event in Seoul, South Korea, where IHA represented India. Panel speaker Dr. Sevith Rao, MD.
The Economist's Heart Health in Asia event in Seoul, South Korea, where IHA represented India. Panel speaker Dr. Sevith Rao, MD.

Policy

The Indian Heart Association (IHA) serves on the Cardiovascular Subcommittee of the Bureau of Indian Standards, Ministry of Health India. We work with a variety of stakeholders to help shape policy that improves health outcomes. Our work has been featured at the national and global levels. Click on "Policy" to learn more about a case study by The Economist featuring the IHA and India's approach to combatting heart disease.

Padma Vibhushan Dr. S. Padmavathi, India's first female cardiologist, with Indian Heart Association
Padma Vibhushan Dr. S. Padmavathi, India's first female cardiologist, with Indian Heart Association

Advocacy

The Indian Heart Association (IHA) advocates for cardiovascular health promotion for all. We conduct comprehensive heart healthy screening camps, sit on international and national health boards, and partner with global and Indian organizations. IHA's Dr. Sishir Rao, MD represents India as the board member to the Asia Pacific Heart Network- click on "Advocacy" to learn more.

Indian Heart Association screening camp in action. Centre: Dr. Sishir Rao, MD
Indian Heart Association screening camp in action. Centre: Dr. Sishir Rao, MD


Education

The Indian Heart Association (IHA) raises awarness about preventative cardiovascular health through online outreach, literature, and grassroots advocacy. We've been featured in several leading domestic and global publications. IHA is a representative of G20 via C20 Non-Communical Diseases committee. G20's current Chairman is India's PM Narendra Modi. Click on "Education" to see IHA in the news.

“Heart disease is one of the most pressing challenges that Indians are facing. I'm pleased to see the Indian Heart Association making a significant impact on curbing heart disease.”

Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India and IHA Chief Advisor

Late Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam, former President of India and former Chief Advisor of Indian Heart Association.

ABOUT US

Our journey began with a unifying passion: to conquer heart disease.

The Indian Heart Association (IHA) and Indian Stroke Association (ISA) is a cardiovascular health NGO founded by passionate individuals who were personally affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. The major goal of our organization is to raise awareness about preventative cardiovascular health through a combination of online outreach and grassroots advocacy.

Former CEO of World Heart Federation with IHA founder Dr. Sevith Rao, MD at a conference in New Delhi, India
Former CEO of World Heart Federation with IHA founder Dr. Sevith Rao, MD at a conference in New Delhi, India

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