An ideal surgeon is very important for the treatment of your cardiac problems as they require precision and experience. So, here is the list of the best cardiac surgeons who work in the best heart hospitals in India who works meticulously to perform complex surgeries like open-heart surgery, pacemaker surgery, etc. in the best heart hospital in Chennai is listed below:
10 Best Cardiac Surgeons in Chennai - Updated 2024
- Under his lead, 40,000+ heart operations have been performed of which 29,000+ are coronary bypass operations including 14,000+ on a beating heart.
- A pioneer of congenital heart surgery, heart valve surgery, cardiac surgery for infants, multi-valve replacement, and cardiac transplantation in India.
- Performed 25,000+ open-heart surgeries individually.
- The first surgeon to repair a complex congenital heart defect in a child below one year and the first to apply heart and lung machine supported Coronary Angioplasty in India.
- Honored with the prestigious awards like Dr. B C Roy National Award (1997) and Padma Bhushan (1998).
Dr. Janardhana Reddy
43 years of experience
MBBS, MS, DNB - Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Physician, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiac Surgeon
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- A pioneer of the Left Ventricular Restoration Surgery in India.
- Performed 17,000+ cardiac surgeries of which mostly are coronary artery bypass surgeries.
- Specializations include Bypass Surgery, Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, ECMO, and Cardiac Ablation.
- Known for his ability to successfully perform beating heart surgeries in advanced coronary artery disease with multi-organ involvement.
- Performed the first permanent artificial heart transplant with HeartMate II LVAD, the first LVAD and HVAD pump transplant, and the largest number of heart transplants in India.
- Performed 16,000+ cardiac surgeries, 180+ Heart Transplants, and 9+ Heart & Lung Transplants.
- Gained international recognition for overseeing the first pediatric heart transplant surgery in India performed on a two-year nine-month-old patient from Russia.
- Instrumental in establishing India's first Comprehensive Centre for Heart Failure Management at Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai.
- Specializations include Complex cardiac surgeries like Valvular Heart procedures, including aortic root replacement, repair & replacement, and Ross procedure.
Dr. Srinath Vijayashekaran
19 years of experience
MBBS, MS, DNB
Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiac Surgeon, Aortic Valve Surgeon
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- Specializations include adult cardiothoracic surgery & transplants, VAD implementation, ECMO initiation & removal, Coronary Artery Surgery, and Atrial Fibrillation Surgery.
- Areas of interest include Ventricular Aneurysm, Single Ventricle Defects Surgery, Ventricular Septal Rupture, Cardiac Pacing, and TOF corrections.
- Expert in treatments of higher risk caused by preoperative low LVEF, Ischemic MR, Left Ventricular Aneurysm, and Ventricular Septal Rupture or Unstable Angina with Hemodynamic instability.
Dr. Neville Solomon
33 years of experience
MBBS, MS, M. Ch
Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiac Surgeon, Pediatric Cardiologist
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- Performed 3000+ cardiac surgeries on newborn babies with complicated cardiac conditions and adults with congenital heart diseases.
- Specializations include Aortic Valve Surgery, Infarct exclusion surgery, Thoracic surgery, Aorta Surgery, and Heart Valve Surgery.
- Expert in Blood Vessel Dilators, ECMO, Cardioversion, and Aldosterone inhibitors.
- Specializations include off-pump (beating heart) Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery, and Valve Repair and Replacement Surgery.
- Expert in invasive cardiac surgery, Redo-CABG & Redo-Valve Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery.
Dr. Sandeep Attawar
33 years of experience
M. Ch, MS, MBBS
Cardiac Surgeon, Cardiologist, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Aortic Valve Surgeon
- Performed 10,000+ open & closed heart surgeries, and lung & heart transplantation in adults including 5500+ multi-vessel coronary artery bypass surgeries and 150+ restorative redo heart surgeries.
- Areas of interest include Beating Heart Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (OP-CABG), Re-operative Cardiac surgery, Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery, congenital heart defect surgery, and Robotic cardiac surgery.
- Proficient in Open Heart Surgery, Aortic Aneurysm Surgery/Endovascular Repair, PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Interventions), Vascular Surgery, and Mitral/Heart Valve Replacement.
- Expert in Adult Coronary Intervention, Coronary Cardiac Intervention, Peripheral Vascular Intervention, and Pediatric Cardiac Intervention.
Dr. Sridhar L F
39 years of experience
MBBS, DNB
General Physician, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Cardiac Surgeon
- Performed 7,000+ cardiac operations including 5,500+ beating heart coronary artery and bypass surgeries and 100+ redo beating heart surgeries.
- Specializations include Neonatal and Infant cardiac surgeries, Complex congenital heart surgeries, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection Repair Arterial Switch
- Expert in Single Ventricle Defects Surgery, ECMO Support, Atrial Fibrillation Surgery, Aortic Dissection Repair Surgery, Minimal access surgeries for valves, and VSD Closure (Adult) Surgery.
Dr. Premanand Menon Ponoth
32 years of experience
MBBS, M. Ch, MS
Cardiac Surgeon, Cardiothoracic Surgeon
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- Areas of Interest include Adult Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic Trauma, TEVAR, Beating Heart CABG, and Peripheral Vascular Surgery.
- Honorary fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, International College of Angiology, International College of Surgeons, and American college of surgeons.
Questions & Answers on "Cardiac Surgeon" (162)
My husband fainted last night for couple of seconds. He had nausea before it. He had sweating and nausea after too. He is still having sinking feeling. Is it something serious?
Male | 46
The complication that might be linked to the symptoms you have reported could be his fainting episode or a medical condition. I would recommend you to visit a cardiologist to exclude cardiac diseases, and a general physician for a full diagnosis.
Answered on 16th Apr '24
Dr. Bhaskar Semitha
Treatment after 10years having a bypass ,patient taken another heart attack.
Male | 75
If a patient has undergone bypass surgery ten years ago and has a heart attack again, it is important to receive immediate medical help. I suggest you consult a cardiologist.
Answered on 16th Apr '24
Dr. Bhaskar Semitha
Can we take electrolyte solution for low bp.?and what is the correct amount of electrolyte to be taken?
Female | 23
Yes, you can take electrolyte drinks in case of low blood pressure. Ask about it when you see a cardiologist. He or she will tell you how many electrolytes you should be taking for your condition.
Answered on 15th Apr '24
Dr. Bhaskar Semitha
What is thecure for heart palpitations which last over 5 hours
Female | 43
It is of utmost importance to determine the origin of these palpitations since the treatment will be specific to the diagnosis. Please refer to the cardiologist who is a heart rhythm disorders expert and get a thorough examination done on your heart.
Answered on 12th Apr '24
Dr. Bhaskar Semitha
I want to operate heart valve,
Female | 42
If heart valve operation is the one that you had in mind, then pay a visit to a qualified cardiologist who is an expert in heart valve surgeries. Medics give you thorough medical instructions and suggest the best treatment options that are fit for your health status.
Answered on 12th Apr '24
Dr. Bhaskar Semitha
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