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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
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Overview

Area of Expertise
Adult Heart Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes (Referral Required)
Patient Type
Adults
Languages
English, Tamil
4.6 out of 5
151 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
36 comments
Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Resources
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Sivakumar

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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 women’s 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.

Resources Related to Dr. Sivakumar

Success Story: Courtney Gosnell’s Journey to Motherhood (Article)

Courtney Gosnell was born with a congenital heart defect and with the help of UAMS Health, she delivered a healthy baby girl.

Read the Article

Dr. Sivakumar's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Internal Medicine — 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.

  • Heart Failure

Dr. Sivakumar's Areas of Expertise

doctor using stethoscope to exam patient heart

Adult Heart Care

Trust your heart to the UAMS Health specialists, offering both surgical and minimally-invasive procedures to keep your heart in peak performance.

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Locations Where Dr. Sivakumar Practices

UAMS Medical Center exterior

UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions
Exterior of Outpatient Center

Heart Center

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5311
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Cardiology Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center (Part of the Heart Center)

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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El Dorado Family Medical Center

Cardiology Clinic in El Dorado (Part of the Family Medical Center in El Dorado)

620 W. Grove St.
Grove Medical Complex
Suite 202
El Dorado, AR 71730

Appointment Phone Number
870-639-9939
New and Returning Patients
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Women's Center

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
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.6 out of 5

(151 Ratings, 36 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Great experience.

Date

Mar 15, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Sivakumar is Very good at providing information and listening to patient concerns. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Date

Feb 23, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

The Best

Date

Feb 04, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. K is amazing!

Date

Nov 27, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Good excellent experience

Date

Nov 10, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

You have a wonderful Cardiologist here, she is very professional while being very friendly and delightful. I trusted her for my cardiac procedure and will always feel safe in her care.

Date

Oct 20, 2024
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Great experience.

Date

Mar 15, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Sivakumar is Very good at providing information and listening to patient concerns. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Date

Feb 23, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

The Best

Date

Feb 04, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. K is amazing!

Date

Nov 27, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Good excellent experience

Date

Nov 10, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

You have a wonderful Cardiologist here, she is very professional while being very friendly and delightful. I trusted her for my cardiac procedure and will always feel safe in her care.

Date

Oct 20, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Sivakumar was to the point. Her explanations and answers to my questions were clear. I trust her

Date

Sep 18, 2024
4.8 out of 5

Comment

It was a most pleasant doctors visit.

Date

Sep 10, 2024
4.8 out of 5

Comment

I am SO GRATEFUL that UAMS provides patient transport--my knee was hurting so bad yesterday and patient transport got me from cardiology to the lab and back down to the front door. I don't think I could have walked that far. Patient transport is one of the best things about UAMS. Seriously. Everybody I encountered in the cardiology clinic was helpful, kind and friendly.

Date

Aug 28, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Yes, I love Dr. K. I felt like she really had listened to me the first time I was in there. She knew what my concerns were. She addressed them thoroughly. She listened and she explained things really well to me. I was leaving not sure about how I was doing. I felt encouraged for the first time in a very long time about my health. So I just want to say thank you.

Date

Aug 21, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Sivakumar

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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