Rajkumar Natarajan

Rajkumar Natarajan is an Honorary Tutor at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, where he contributes to medical education and clinical research in cardiology. His work is closely aligned with interventional cardiology, particularly in the use of drug-coated balloons and management of complex coronary lesions.

Education:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Madras Medical College / Dr. MGR Medical University, India (awarded 15 Sept 2013)
• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (awarded 18 Nov 2018)

His research focuses on interventional cardiology, with particular interest in drug-coated balloon angioplasty, stent thrombosis, and chronic total occlusions. He actively collaborates with the SPARTAN-Norfolk Consortium and other clinicians on multicenter studies evaluating novel interventional techniques. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches, including systematic reviews and clinical trials.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in evaluating drug-coated balloons as an alternative to stents in various coronary pathologies, including de novo disease, in-stent restenosis, and acute STEMI settings. These studies reflect a growing shift toward minimally invasive, stent-free interventions with favorable safety profiles.

Scientific Awards:

• Membership of Royal College of Physicians

Rajkumar Natarajan has been involved in several collaborative research projects and clinical studies, contributing to advancements in cardiovascular interventions. While no formal advising or grant information is listed, his role in leading and co-authoring significant clinical studies suggests active mentorship and research leadership. He is affiliated with a network of cardiovascular researchers at UEA and regional NHS partners.