Rakesh Gopinathannair

Rakesh Gopinathannair is a seasoned cardiology professional currently serving as a Professor of Medicine at the University of Missouri-Columbia and as the Cardiac EP Lab Director at the Kansas City Heart Rhythm Institute. Additionally, Rakesh holds the position of Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Louisville, where responsibilities include overseeing the section of Cardiac Electrophysiology. Rakesh's extensive experience includes leadership roles in clinical and administrative functions within the Heart Rhythm division across multiple healthcare institutions, along with a significant contribution to developing clinical standards at Catholic Health Initiatives. Rakesh's qualifications include advanced fellowship training in Cardiac Electrophysiology and a Doctor of Medicine degree, complemented by a Master of Arts in Exercise Physiology and a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery.