Joseph John Vettukattil

Joseph John Vettukattil (born May 21, 1959) is a British-American pediatric cardiologist known for his significant contributions to congenital cardiology and research in pediatric heart diseases."I'm dreaming for the first time in my life: Teen living better life after experimental surgery". Fox 17 News. Retrieved July 19, 2024. He currently serves as the Director of the Institute for Advanced Medical Research and Innovations (IAMRAI) in Hyderabad, India, and holds the positions of Betz Endowed Chair of Congenital Cardiology Research at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, and Research Professor at Michigan Technological University, Michigan, USA."The best hope you can have: Severe congenital heart defect". Spectrum Health Beat. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
==Early Life==
Joseph Vettukattil was born in Kerala, India. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Calicut University in 1979 and earned his MBBS from St. John's Academy of Medical Sciences, Bangalore University in 1986. He obtained his MD in Pediatrics from the same institution in 1992 and completed his DNB in Pediatrics in 1991. He was one of the first certified pediatric cardiologists in the UK) (Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, 2000)."Congenital heart defect awareness week: Programs offered at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital". Fox 17 News. Retrieved July 19, 2024. He furthered his qualifications with certifications from the Royal College of Physicians in London in 2000, FRCPCH from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health in 2001, and FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians in 2005.
==Career==
Vettukattil began his medical career in India before moving to the UK in 1992. His work on developing a computer-guided screening tool for children under five with IIT Madras earned the Best Research Award by the Indian Association of Pediatrics in 1993."Children's heart specialist recognized for achievements". MLive. Retrieved July 19, 2024. In the UK, he worked at the Royal Brompton National Heart & Lung Institute and later joined Southampton University Hospitals, where he became Chief of Cardiology and Director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory. In 2013, he was invited to the USA to head the Pediatric Cardiology department at the Congenital Heart Center, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Michigan, where he developed a world-class congenital heart program. He was granted special O1 VISA status as an alien of extraordinary ability and received special registration from the Michigan government."Specialized heart treatments". Wood TV. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
After emigrating to the UK, he began his career at the Royal Brompton National Heart & Lung Institute. In 1995, he joined Southampton University Hospitals and was awarded the first UK 5-year training fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in 1997. Following this, he joined University Hospital Southampton, where he worked and lead the unit until 2013. Prof. Vettukattil played a pivotal role in developing the Congenital Heart Center at Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Michigan, USA, where he served as co-director and division chief. He has been involved in various international collaborations and has contributed significantly to the field of congenital cardiology through research and education.Joseph Vettukattil's profile on ResearchGate. Retrieved July 19, 2024. His reputation brought patients from other centers for personalized interventions leading to pioneering procedures for complex heart defects. 
==Registrations==
Joseph Vettukattil is registered to practice in:
State of Michigan, USA
UK General Medical Council 4280587
Nepal Medical Council
Indian Medical Council
==Major Works==
Prof. Joseph John Vettukattil has made significant contributions to pediatric cardiology through clinical practice, research, education, and charitable initiatives. Some highlights of his major works include:
Publications: Vettukattil has authored numerous papers in prestigious medical journals, focusing on pediatric cardiology and echocardiography.Joseph Vettukattil's citations on Google Scholar. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
Device Innovations: He has designed and patented several medical devices, including the Atrial Flow Regulator (AFR) for heart failure, Jove Versatile Atrial Septal Occluder (VASO) and Fenestrated VASO, and the VB stent for the interventional repair of Sinus Venosus ASD.
Development of Congenital Heart Center: He led the development of the Congenital Heart Center at Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Michigan, USA, providing specialized care for children with congenital heart defects."I'm dreaming for the first time in my life: Teen living better life after experimental surgery". Fox 17 News. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
Research Contributions: His research includes clinical studies on Fontan-associated liver disease (FALD) and the pathogenesis of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations and the role of the Hepatic Factor.
Educational Initiatives: Vettukattil has presented at national and international conferences, including the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) conferences.
Charitable Work: He has supported medical initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region.
Editorial Contributions: He serves on the editorial boards of several medical journals, including the European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine and the Journal of Structural Heart Disease.
Innovative Techniques: He was the first to develop advanced technologies such as 3D printing from echocardiography and multimodality image integration, enhancing diagnostic and treatment options for congenital heart conditions.
==Personal Life==
Joseph Vettukattil holds British and American nationalities. He is involved in charitable work, supporting medical initiatives in India and other countries. He enjoys painting, clay modeling, poetry, nature, and gardening, particularly growing orchids. He also participates in sports like volleyball, badminton, and athletics.
==Awards and Recognition==
Vettukattil has received numerous awards, including:
Pediatric Gold Medal (1984)
Young Investigator Award from the British Paediatric Cardiac Association (BPCA) 1997
Clinical excellence awards: 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2011 (x2), 2012
==Teaching and Mentorship==
He has taught and mentored medical students and fellows worldwide, including at institutions such as Assiut University in Egypt, Kathmandu Medical College, Pediatric Cardiology Program in HatYai, and St. John's Academy of Medical Sciences. He has also taught at Michigan State University and Grand Valley State University and has lectured internationally on pediatric cardiology topics.
==Research Interests==
Vettukattil's research focuses on:
Fontan-associated liver disease
The role of 3D echocardiography in congenital heart disease
Collaborative projects on AI in prognosticating pediatric heart conditions
==Current Affiliations==
Joseph John Vettukattil is the Betz Endowed Chair for Congenital Cardiology Research at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital of Corewell Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He also serves as a Research Professor at Michigan Technological University and is the Director of the Institute for Advanced Medical Research and Innovations (IAMRAI) Forum and the IAMRAI Innovation Center IITMRP in Chennai, India. Additionally, he is the Founder and Chairman of Heartx Medical in Hyderabad, India.
==External Links==
Profile on ResearchGate
Citations on Google Scholar
References
•	"I'm dreaming for the first time in my life: Teen living better life after experimental surgery." Fox 17 News. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	"The best hope you can have: Severe congenital heart defect." Spectrum Health Beat. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	"Specialized heart treatments." Wood TV. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	"Congenital heart defect awareness week: Programs offered at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital." Fox 17 News. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	Joseph Vettukattil's profile on ResearchGate. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	Joseph Vettukattil's citations on Google Scholar. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	"Children's heart specialist recognized for achievements." MLive. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
•	"Another Dimension in Cardiac Imaging | Dr. Joseph Vettukattil." TEDxMuskegon. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
Category:1959 births
Category:American pediatric cardiologists
Category:People from Kerala
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