Who is Dr. Harish Manyam?
Leadership & Academic Roles
Dr. Manyam serves as Chair of the Department of Medicine, Chief of the Division of Cardiology, and Chair of Erlanger Medical Group at Erlanger Hospital, University of Tennessee Chattanooga. He also serves as Chair of the University of Tennessee College of Medicine – Chattanooga. He previously led the Electrophysiology program at Erlanger and held faculty appointments at Case Western Reserve University, where he also directed the Lead Extraction Program at University Hospitals.
Pioneering Contributions
A trailblazer in cardiac innovation, Dr. Manyam was the first physician in the United States to implant an extravascular implantable cardioverter defibrillator (EV-ICD) beneath the sternum and the first in Tennessee to implant an atrial leadless pacemaker. He developed one of the first virtual reality simulators for training physicians in complex cardiac procedures and has contributed to national training protocols.
Research & Clinical Focus
His specialties include complex ablation, laser lead extraction, device implantation, and improving patient-physician communication. His research explores remote device programming, atrial fibrillation recurrence, and procedural safety.
Board Service & Consulting
Dr. Manyam has served on advisory boards for Fortune 500 companies, providing insight on medical innovation, strategic growth, and digital health integration. His consulting roles have spanned clinical transformation, AI in medicine, and cybersecurity in healthcare, including advisory support on cyberhacking risk and resilience strategies.
Professional Recognition
Dr. Manyam served as the 2024 President of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Medical Society and currently serves as President of the American Heart Association – Hamilton County. He remains an active voice in shaping the future of cardiovascular care, digital health, and medical education. He was recognized as a Champions of Healthcare in 2024.
What is Omniasis?
Omniasis Health is an AI-powered, wearable-integrated platform delivering clinically guided cardiac rehabilitation from the comfort of home. It transforms any living room into a supervised rehab center by combining:
📱 iPhone-based coaching & feedback engine
⌚ Apple Watch integration (HR, ECG, SpO₂, motion data)
📸 AI-powered form tracking using the phone camera
📊 Real-time clinician dashboard to monitor vitals, adherence, and outcomes
📅 Daily goal setting and education modules aligned with ACC/AHA guidelines
This is not just an app — it’s a regulated medical intervention delivered digitally.
🔬 Technology Highlights
Built with React Native + Xcode for iOS scalability
Camera-based motion analytics for real-time form correction
HIPAA-compliant backend and physician-facing control panel
Personalized regimens driven by clinical AI models
