Eminent Pune Cardiologist Dr Shirish Hiremath passes away at 75

Pune: Renowned cardiologist and former president of the Cardiological Society of India, Dr Shirish Hiremath, passed away at the age of 75 at his residence in Sopan Baug, Pune, around 9 pm on Thursday following a brief illness.

Dr Hiremath had been battling health complications for nearly two years after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. His colleague, Dr Rahul Nagda, confirmed his demise. His passing has left the medical fraternity mourning the loss of an accomplished cardiologist and respected medical professional, the Daily reported.

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With an illustrious career spanning more than four decades, Dr Hiremath made significant contributions to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. He was widely recognised for his expertise in angiography and angioplasty, as well as his efforts to promote awareness about heart health.

During his distinguished career, Dr Hiremath performed more than 40,000 angioplasties and over one lakh angiographies. He also made notable contributions to the treatment of heart attack patients, the adoption of advanced medical technologies and the early diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases, Pune Pulse reported.

Dr Hiremath completed his MBBS and MD, followed by a DM in Cardiology, from B.J. Medical College, Pune. He began his career in cardiology in 1982 at Joshi Hospital. Over the years, he worked with several leading medical institutions in the city, including Ruby Hall Clinic, where he served as Director of the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory.

Speaking to Punekar News, Ruby Hall Clinic Chairman and Managing Trustee Dr Purvez K Grant said Dr Hiremath played an instrumental role in establishing Ruby Hall Clinic's reputation in cardiology at the global level. He highlighted the veteran cardiologist's contributions to the specialty over several decades and his dedication to patient care. "Beyond his professional accomplishments, he was known for his kindness, compassion and caring nature, and touched countless lives along the way," Dr Grant said.

Describing his death as an irreparable loss to the institution and the medical fraternity, Dr Grant said Dr Hiremath would be remembered not only for his professional contributions but also for the warmth, compassion and humanity he brought to his interactions with people.

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