Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D. Cardiologist
Primary Appointment Location
UAMS Medical Center
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Adult Heart Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes (Referral Required)
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Languages
- English, Tamil
About Dr. Sivakumar
Clinical Biography
Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and the medical director of the Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support and Cardiac Transplantation at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). She specializes in the treatment of end stage heart failure and treats patients in need of advanced therapies like cardiac transplantation and temporary and durable mechanical circulatory support devices like the LVADs ( Left ventricular assist devices). She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine and Advanced Heart failure and Cardiac Transplantation. Her special focus is in the management of cardiogenic shock and the use of temporary and long term support devices, pulmonary hypertension, critical care cardiology, cardio-obstetrics and womenās cardiovascular health.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Sivakumar specializes in treatment of end stage heart failure who need advanced therapies including cardiac transplantation or mechanical circulatory support, such as left ventricular assist device (LVAD) , pulmonary hypertension, cardiomyopathies like sarcoidosis, amyloidosis and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. She also specializes in performing and interpretation of transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, right heart catheterization, exercise hemodynamics, implantation of remote PA sensor monitoring, temporary mechanical circulatory support devices like the IABP, Impella, Tandem Heart and ECMO. In addition to her clinical activities, Dr. Sivakumar is active in research and education, providing mentorship to both residents and fellows.
Dr. Sivakumar's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Internal MedicineĀ ā Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
Advanced Heart Failure - Fellowship
- Morehouse School of Medicine
Cardiology - Residency
- Morehouse School of Medicine
Internal Medicine - Medical School
- Thanjavur Medical College
M.D.
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Nuclear Cardiology
- American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine
Associations
- American Heart Association
- American College of Physicians
- American Red Cross
- American College of Cardiology
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Sivakumar
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Sivakumar's Areas of Expertise
Adult Heart Care
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Locations Where Dr. Sivakumar Practices
UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Heart Center
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5311
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center (Part of Heart Center)
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic in El Dorado (Part of the Family Medical CenterĀ in ElĀ Dorado)
620 W. Grove St.
Grove Medical Complex
Suite 202
El Dorado, AR 71730
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-639-9939
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic in Batesville (Part of Family Medical CenterĀ in Batesville)
1993 Harrison St.
Batesville, AR 72501
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-793-2540
New and Returning Patients
Cardiology Clinic in Midtown (Part of the Women's Center)
6119 Midtown Ave.
Midtown Medical Park
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-526-1050
New and Returning Patients
Comment
I really appreciated the nurses and doctors there. Everybody was very courteous and treated with a lot of respect. I thank them for everything they did for me and I will be back. The only problem I had was trying to find a place, but eventually I found them. And thank you all so much for everything you did for me. God bless you.
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Jun 26, 2024Comment
My doctors, all of them know me. They treat me. They treat me really, really good like I'm the only patient. They listen to me and they try to do everything in their power to help me out and I can call them. I can call them anytime that I have a question. but they're really, really, really good to me. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
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Jun 26, 2024Comment
Very respectful and helpful. Clean environment.
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Jun 24, 2024Comment
I'm happy to say that I'm very pleased with UAMS and its staff, with the doctors, with the nurses. They were trained very well. They treated with respect. And I wouldn't have it any other way. Thank you so much, UAMS and staff.
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Jun 12, 2024Comment
Dr. Sivakumar was professional, yet approachable. She was patient with my lack of knowledge and explained so I could understand. Several times I asked the same question over out of nervousness. She always replied respectfully and explained again. I felt she genuinely cared about me and wanted to help. I felt we came together as a team. She advocated for me immediately. She didn't make any excuses. She had a "can do" attitude. I like her. She is very knowledgeable. She moved quickly and didn't skirt the truth. I feel we have a plan for my health. I am relieved to find a professional of her high caliber.
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Jun 11, 2024Comment
She explained the situation and plans to correct the problem
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Jun 11, 2024Comment
All things were handled and presented to me in a professional manner. I was presented with cards with pertinent information in case I thought of something that I needed clarification on once I left the office.
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Jun 11, 2024Comment
The teamwork in the cardiology clinic is exceptional Thanks
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Jun 11, 2024Comment
The clinic was all so kind I'm so glad I got in with this Dr she is very smart God Bless these people
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May 07, 2024Comment
They were thorough in the exam. They were well prepared and caused me to have confidence in their advice and treatment.
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May 01, 2024