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About Dr. Charla

A comprehensive journey through education, training, and professional excellence in congenital heart disease care

Professional Biography

Dr. Pradeepkumar Charla is a dual-trained cardiologist committed to advancing lifelong, patient-centered care for individuals with congenital heart disease. Educated and trained at leading academic institutions across North America and Canada, he brings extensive expertise in pediatric and adult congenital cardiology, advanced cardiac imaging, heart failure, and pregnancy in heart disease.

A recognized leader and program builder, Dr. Charla has established and directed multidisciplinary ACHD and cardio-obstetrics programs distinguished by innovation, collaboration, and seamless continuity of care. Combining his clinical background with an Executive MBA, he unites medical excellence and strategic insight to design and lead care models that elevate accessibility, efficiency, and equity within complex cardiac systems.

An active researcher, educator, and invited international speaker, Dr. Charla's work explores long-term outcomes, quality of life, and novel therapies in heart failure and high-risk pregnancy. His enduring mission is to unite science, compassion, and innovation—ensuring every patient with congenital heart disease receives exceptional, accessible care and thrives at every stage of life.

Education

SB

Executive MBA

Simon Business School, University of Rochester
Rochester, NY2023 – 2025
LI

Molecular Genetics & Immunology (MS)

Long Island University
New York, NY2007 – 2009
NU

Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)

NTR University
India2001 – 2006

Residencies & Fellowship Training

UT

Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)

Toronto General HospitalUniversity of Toronto
Toronto, Canada2016 – 2018
UT

Pregnancy & Heart Disease

Mount Sinai HospitalUniversity of Toronto
Toronto, Canada2016 – 2018
IU

Advanced Cardiac Imaging

Riley HospitalIndiana University
Indianapolis, IN2015 – 2016
IU

Pediatric Cardiology

Riley HospitalIndiana University
Indianapolis, IN2013 – 2016
CU

Pediatrics Residency

New York-Presbyterian Methodist HospitalCornell University
New York, NY2010 – 2013
CI

Preventive Cardiology

Care Institute of Medical Sciences
Hyderabad, India2006 – 2007

Certifications & Licensure

Board Certifications

Adult Congenital Heart Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine
2019
Pediatric Cardiology
American Board of Pediatrics
2017
Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics
2014

State Medical Licenses

New York
Active
Ohio
Active
Indiana
Active
Illinois
Active

Academic Appointments

UR

Associate Professor (Pediatrics & Medicine)

University of Rochester
Rochester, NY2022-062025-06
CW

Assistant Professor (Pediatrics & Medicine)

Case Western University
Cleveland, OH2018-092020-12

Honors & Awards

Young Investigator Award

ISACHD

2018

Best Research Award

New York-Presbyterian Methodist Hospital

2013

Best Research Award

Brooklyn Pediatric Society

2011

Best Resident Award

New York-Presbyterian Methodist Hospital

2011

Young Investigator Award

IIFPA

2011

Cambridge Who's Who

Academic Excellence

2009