Training programmes
ICR runs training programmes for health professionals who work with patients living with chronic disease, including cardiovascular disease, so that knowledge gained through research reaches the community.
Faculty and trainingCardiac research · Chennai · Since 1989
Improving health in the Asian community after a heart attack or heart surgery
We are the only centre in India researching the social, psychological and behavioural side of heart disease — the human face of it — and translating those findings into better care for patients and their families.
Who we are
A grant to bring cardiac rehabilitation closer to the community
The Centre was awarded a grant by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to work with community-controlled health organisations in India, improving community participation in cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention services.
More about the InstituteWhat we do
Two programmes, one purpose
Research programmes
Institute of Cardiac Research is unique in India in researching only the social, psychological and behavioural aspects of heart disease. Our work aims to improve cardiac patients' quality of life and the delivery of health services in these areas.
Our researchTalk to the Institute
For research collaboration, training enquiries or patient referrals, call the Chennai office. We answer Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm IST.