Venkata M. Alla

Dr. Venkata M. Alla is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Creighton University School of Medicine, Program Director of the Cardiovascular Diseases Fellowship, and a practicing non-invasive academic Cardiologist in Omaha, Nebraska. He is affiliated with the Department of Medicine and Creighton University Medical Center.

• Education: MBBS from Osmania Medical College (2000), Internal Medicine Residency at PGIMER (2006), Chief Resident at Nizam’s Institute for Medical Sciences (2006)
• Certifications: Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac CT, and Comprehensive Adult Echocardiography

His research interests focus on clinical cardiology, cardiac imaging (echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, CT), left atrial appendage occlusion, transcatheter valve interventions, and cardiovascular outcomes in chronic kidney disease. He has pioneered meta-analyses on device-based stroke prevention, vascular access strategies, and disparities in maternal cardiac care.

Recent publications highlight advancements in mitral/tricuspid valve clipping, drug-coated balloon angioplasty, and LAAO efficacy across high-risk populations. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to anticoagulation management and device safety.

Scientific awards include the Master Clinician Award, Graduate Medical Education Teaching Award, Distinguished Teacher Award, and Educator of the Year from Creighton University Fellowship. He is actively involved in community health initiatives in India, organizing free wellness camps and training healthcare providers.

As a dedicated educator, Dr. Alla mentors cardiology fellows and presents regularly at conferences, including American College of Cardiology and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions meetings. His future work aims to improve healthcare delivery systems in India through NGO collaborations.