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Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

Cardiac enterologist

, Delhi, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is one of the most skillful Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is part of:

  • Society Of Thoracic Surgeons ,STS, USA
  • International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)
  • International Society For Minimally Invasive cardiac surgery
  • Extracorporeal Life Support Organisation (ELSO)
  • Australia and New Zealand Association Of Cardiac surgeons
  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic surgeons

Qualifications :

  • M.Ch. (CTVS)- SreeChitraTirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology ,Trivandum , Kerala
  • M.S. (General Surgery)- Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh
  • M.B.B.S.- Gauhati Medical College , Guwahati

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Vaibhav Mishra

Cardiac enterologist

, Delhi, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Vaibhav Mishra is one of the top Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 15 years of experience and was associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vaibhav Mishra is part of:

  • Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Indian Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowship Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery Wellington Regional Hospital, New Zealand
  • Fellowship Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh (Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Rimantas Karalius

Cardiac enterologist

, Vilnius, Lithuania

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Lithuanian

 


Dr. Rimantas Karalius is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 48 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rimantas Karalius is part of:

  • Lithuanian Society of Surgeons
  • The International Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Lithuanian Society of Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeons
  • Lithuanian Society of Cardiology
  • European Society of Cardiology

Certifications :

  • In 1988, Vilnius University has defended the dissertation of medical sciences' doctor: ??Influence of pulmonary artery residual stenosis or leakage on hemodynamics during radical tetrada Fallot surgeries?? (experimental hemodynamics studies)
  • In 2007, awarded the Title of Associate Professor of Vilnius University

Qualifications :

  • 1966 - 1972: Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Doctor

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

Medical Expertise of Dr. Rimantas Karalius

  • Dr. Rimantas Karaliu’s areas of expertise include cardiac and major vascular surgeries, including heart transplantation, complex left ventricle shape, and geometry restoration surgeries, aortic coronary bypass, and others.
  • Dr. Rimantas Karalius is a highly experienced and reputed cardiac surgeon in Lithuania.
  • He was the first person in Lithuania to perform aortic coronary bypass surgeries, including bypass grafting without artificial blood circulation
  • He pursued training course at the Bakulev Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery in Moscow, Russia
  • Completed his internships in European and US centers like Moscow, Munich, Frankfurt, London, Brussels, Madison, Washington, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, etc.
  • Dr. Rimantas is an active member of Lithuanian Society of Surgeons, ISCS, LACTS, Lithuanian Society of Cardiologists, European Society of Cardiologists
  • He has over 326 publications to his credit

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Dr. Tufan Paker

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

45 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Tufan Paker is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tufan Paker is part of:

  • Member of Ethics Committee, Bilim University, 1979 - 1985
  • Member of Board, Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, 2016 – to date
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Pediatric Cardiology
  • European Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

Qualifications :

  • 1979 Bachelors Degree, School of Medicine, Diyarbakar University
  • 1985 Resident, Thorax, Cardiac and Vascular Surgery Department, School of Medicine, Hacettepe University
  • 1991Associate Professor, Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Cardiology Institute, Istanbul University
  • 2009 Professor, Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Bilim University
  • Fellowship: Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Certification: European Association of Cardiovascular Surgery Board Certificate

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, BAKENT

Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

 


Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Deniz Suha Kucukaksu is part of:

  • Memberships in International Associations
  • Transplantation Society
  • European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
  • International Society for Rotary Blood Pumps (member of trustee for 2013-2015)
  • International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
  • European Society for Artificial Organs
  • The Society for Thoracic Surgery (STS)
  • Memberships in Local Associations
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery
  • Association of Artificial Organs and Support Systems (Founder & President)
  • Turkish Transplantation Society

Qualifications :

  • 1987 Bachelor’s Degree / Medical Doctor, Istanbul School of Medicine, Istanbul University
  • 1992 Resident, Cardiovascular Surgery, Turkish Medical Specialty Hospital
  • 2000 Associate Professor, Turkish Medical Specialty Hospital
  • 2006 Professor, Yeditepe University

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, BAKENT

Dr. Ilyas Atar

Cardiac enterologist

, Ankara, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ilyas Atar is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Guven Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ilyas Atar is part of:

  • Member of Turkish Society of Cardiology (TKD)
  • Member of European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
  • Member of Turkish Cardiology Association

Qualifications :

  • Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine
  • Baskent University Faculty of Medicine License

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere, G

Dr. C M Nagesh

Cardiologist

, Bangalore, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr C M Nagesh is one of the most skillful Interventional Cardiologist in Bengaluru, India. The clinician holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. C M Nagesh is part of:

  • Cardiological Society of India (CSI)

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. C M Nagesh

  • Dr. CM Nagesh functions as an independent consultant doing diagnostic and interventional procedures including complex coronary angioplasties, CTO, bifurcation lesions, left main interventions, primary PCI, balloon valvotomies, pacemaker implantations, ASD, VSD and PDA device closures, and radial angioplasties.
  • He is actively pursuing endovascular work such as venous interventions, peripheral arterial and aortic interventions.
  • Dr. Nagesh is an interventional cardiologist who is well-qualified, knowledgeable, and experienced.
  • Dr. C M Nagesh is currently delivering Consultation, Coronary Angioplasty / Bypass Surgery, Angioplasty and Stenting, and Transesophageal Echocardiogram.
  • Dr. Nagesh has a significant list of publications and has presented his work at national and international conferences, winning various accolades in the process.
  • He has taken part in a number of national conferences and helped to organise a few of them.
  • Dr. C M Nagesh is proficient in speaking- English, Hindi, and Kannada
Dr. Vivek Jawali

Cardiac enterologist

, Bangalore, India

48 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Vivek Jawali is one of the best Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The medical practitioner holds over 40 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vivek Jawali is part of:

  • Indian Association Of Cardiovascular And Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
  • Medical Council of India (MCI)

Certifications :

  • FIACS

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MBBS
  • DNB
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Sahyadri Layout, Panduranga Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Dr. Milind Anand Umre

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon

, Ghaziabad, India

34 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr.Milind Anand Umre is a specialized Heart Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 34 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Leonid Sternik

Cardiologist

, Ramat Gan, Israel

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Leonid Sternik is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Qualifications :

  • Moscow School of Medicine
  • Clinical fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, USA

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

Dr. Bui Duc Phu

Cardiac Surgeon

, Ha noi, Vietnam

40 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Vietnamese

 


Dr.Bui Duc Phu is a specialized Heart Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vietnam. The doctor has 40 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Vietnam.
Dr. Kasim Dogan

Cardiac enterologist

, Sivas, Turkey

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Kasim Dogan is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sivas, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Sivas Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Kayseri University Gevher Nesibe Faculty of Medicine -1979
  • Hacettepe University Chest and Cardiovascular Surgery - 1985

Hospital Address :

K?z?l?rmak Mahallesi, Medicana Sivas, Merkez/Sivas Merkez/Sivas, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Kasim Dogan?

  • With a long-standing career of over 35 years, Dr Kasim Dogan is a respected figure in the field of cardiac surgery. His areas of expertise include heart valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting(CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, endocarditis and surgery for arrhythmia.
  • Dr Kasim Dogan obtained his M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) from the Kayseri University Gevher Nesibe Faculty of Medicine. Subsequently, he completed his specialization in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Hacettepe University.
  • Dr Kasim Dogan is a member of several prestigious associations such as the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network, the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Surgeons Society.
Dr. Azmi Ozler

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Azmi Ozler is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Atasehir, Turkey. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Azmi Ozler is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • Society of Phlebology
  • National Association for Vascular Surgery
  • Turkish Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Anesthesiology and Reanimation
  • European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • European Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Perfusionists Association

Qualifications :

  • Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist, Haydarpasa Chest Surgery center 1976 - 1981 Istanbul,Turkey
  • Medicine, MD Ege University Faculty of Medicine, 1970 - 1976, Istanbul,Turkey

Hospital Address :

K

Dr. Fuat Bilgen

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

41 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fuat Bilgen is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 36 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fuat Bilgen is part of:

  • European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
  • Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Association
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber Association for Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
  • Turkish Society of Cardiology National Vascular Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 2013 Hasan Kalyoncu University, Professor
  • 1997 Istanbul University Cardiovascular Surgery, Associate Professor
  • 1990 Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital Cardiovascular Surgery
  • 1983 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Yeilk

Dr. Kittichai Luengtaviboon

Cardiac enterologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

44 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Kittichai Luengtaviboon is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, U.S.A, 1991
  • Fellowships in Honorary Registra in Cardio Vascular Surgery, Harefield Hospital, U.K.
  • Clinical Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, U.S.A.
  • Clinical Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery, Texas Heart Institute, U.S.A

Qualifications :

  • MD, Faculty of Medicine (First Class Honours), Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 1980
  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Surgery, 1986
  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Cardioracic Surgery, 1988

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

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About Cardiac Surgeon

A cardiovascular surgeon is a specialized in the diseases, conditions and disorders of the heart using medical and surgical treatment procedure. Cardiac Surgeons works in conjunction with a multidisciplinary healthcare team while working on any case. This team comprises the care physician on the care, cardiologist, nurses among other healthcare professionals.

When should you visit a Cardiac Surgeon?

Your physician might recommend you to visit a cardiac surgeon if you experience any of the below symptoms on a frequent or regular basis:

  • Heart Pain
  • High Total Cholesterol
  • High Blood Pressure

What are the conditions/ diseases/ disorders a Cardiac Surgeon treats?

  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Lung Canceresophageal
  • Canceratrial Septal Defects
  • Ventricular Septal Defects
  • Tetralogy of fallot

A cardiac or cardiovascular surgeon could treat:

  • Heart failure
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Blockages in the heart valve(s)
  • Leaking heart valve(s)
  • Coronary artery disease or blockages of the arteries in the heart
  • Abnormal enlargement or aneurysms of the large arteries in the chest

Procedures Performed

  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Heart valve surgery
  • Aortic surgery
  • Septal defects (a hole between two of the heart’s chambers)
  • Aortic and pulmonary valve stenosis (where the valve is narrower than normal)
  • Transposition of the arteries
  • Surgery to repair or replace aortic aneurysms and aortic dissections
  • Arrhythmia surgery
  • Congenital heart surgery
  • Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery
  • Heart transplant
  • Left ventricular assist device (LVAD)
  • Left ventricular remodeling/surgical ventricular restoration
  • Myectomy/myotomy
  • Transmyocardial revascularization (TMR)
  • Valvular surgery

Top Cardiac Surgeons

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Sumit NarangSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Luc J M T TambeurNMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Vichai BenjacholamasBangpakok 9 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Devi Prasad ShettyNarayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bengaluru
Dr. Xavier Ruyra BaliardaCentro Medico Teknon, Barcelona
Dr. Ganesh Kumar ManiMax Smart Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Vaidotas ZabulisKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Gaurav MahajanMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Cardiac Surgeon

Teleconsultation is an excellent option for individuals who are experiencing rising doubts, seeking treatment overseas or seeking an expert opinion before making a healthcare decision. Let us have a look at the positives of considering a virtual consultation with a Cardiac Care specialist.

  • The first and foremost most important reason to avail online consultation with Cardiac surgeons is to figure out the correct diagnosis & treatment.
  • It also ensures that you build rapport with and get direct access to highly trained cardiac surgeons across geographies.
  • Online consultation can help you overcome the issue of misdiagnosis which is a very common occurrence which can even lead to wrong line of treatment leading to worsening cardiac issues.
  • An online consultation can make a lot of difference to help one heal and recover faster especially when it comes to critical conditions.
  • Each and every aspect is looked at thoroughly and an online consultation ensures that nothing is missed out in terms of finding the most effective solution.
  • An effective line of treatment is ensured because medical reports and records as well as family history are not just looked at and perused at length but in depth by the specialist as well.
  • Anyone suffering from a complex or life-threatening rare ailment can seek expert advice online. Such an exercise can reveal previously unknown facets and perspectives, leading to a better knowledge of the illness.
  • While receiving treatment for a cardiac illness, unforeseen complications may occur, prompting the patient to seek a review through an online consultation with a cardiac surgeon.
  • If your current treatment isn't working and you're still feeling sick, the specialist will reassess the situation and ensure course rectification, if needed, for coronary heart disease, hypertension, arrhythmias, congenital heart defect, and other conditions.

About Cardiac Surgeon

Which are the countries where we can find Heart Specialist?

Popular Heart Specialist in Top Countries are :

Type of Heart Specialist available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • Interventional Cardiologist
  • Cardiac Surgeon
  • Pediatric Cardiologist
  • Pediatric CTVS

Top Rated Hospitals Where We Can Find Heart Specialist Worldwide?

List of Top Rated Hospitals where we can find Heart Specialist Worldwide are as followed:

Can we get the list of Heart Specialist worldwide in any other language?

Yes, we provide the list of Heart Specialist worldwide in the following languages:

Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Cardiac Surgeons offering online consultation?

Following are some of the best cardiac surgeons available for online consultation:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Cardiac Surgeon?

Check out the conditions performed by cardiac surgeons:

  • Valve Damage
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Ventricular Septal Defect
  • Cardiac Failure
  • Aortic Dissection
  • Valve Prolapse
  • Aortic Root Aneurysms
  • Ischemic Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Blockage
  • Valve Regurgitation
  • Aortic Valve and Ascending Aorta Disease
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • End Stage Heart Failure
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • Cardiac Ischaemia
  • Atrial Septal Defect
Who is a Heart Surgeon?

A cardiac surgeon is a doctor who has education and training in performing surgery on the heart and the blood vessels. They may belong to different specialty areas or might prefer having specialization in certain types of heart procedures like procedures done on children. A heart or cardiac surgeon is a medical doctor who performs surgery on the heart as well as the blood vessels. There are different medical specialties that a heart surgeon might fall under.

Cardiac surgery is any type of surgical procedure performed on the heart or any blood vessels that are connected to the heart. In certain cases, these surgeries might involve structures or tissues immediately next to the heart. A cardiac surgeon generally fheart specialist into two professional specialties. Although there are many similarities in their practice, there are a few major differences to group them differently. A cardiothoracic surgeon specializes in surgeries on most tissues and organs found in the chest. A congenital heart surgeon focuses on repairing structural conditions or anomalies that a person is born with. This might include problems with the heart valves, holes in the wheart specialist between the chambers of the heart, and more.

What are the qualifications of a Heart Surgeon?

A person interested in becoming a heart surgeon needs to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a general surgeon.

These doctors have special training in the field of cardiac surgery. They have to earn an MBBS degree before focusing on their specialty area.

After obtaining an MBBS degree, the next step is to pursue the PG course, MS, which is one of the most popular PG courses after MBBS. This degree makes you eligible for practicing as a general surgeon. A surgeon's residency program includes at least 48 weeks of full-time work with patients.

What conditions do Heart Surgeons treat?

A heart surgeon can treat the below-listed conditions:

  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Septal Defects
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Ventricular Septal
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Blockages in the heart valve(s)
  • Heart failure
  • Leaking heart valves
  • Valve Prolapse
  • Valve Regurgitation
  • Aortic Root Aneurysms
  • Ischemic Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Blockage
  • Ascending Aorta Disease
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • Cardiac Ischaemia
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • End-Stage Heart Failure
  • Atrial Septal Defect
What diagnostic tests are required by a Heart Surgeon?

A heart surgeon may order some medical tests to help find out what heart condition you are suffering from. Some of these tests are given below.

  • Echocardiogram: It uses sound waves to create images of the heart.
  • Transesophageal echocardiography: This uses high-frequency sound waves to make detailed pictures of the heart as well as the arteries.
  • Electrocardiogram: This measures the electrical activity of the heartbeat.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging: Uses magnetic field and radiofrequency waves to get detailed pictures of organs.
  • CT scan: It is an X-ray imaging technique, which uses a computer to get cross-sectional images of the heart.
  • Exercise cardiac stress test or exercise tolerance test (ETT): This test shows if the heart's blood supply is sufficient and if the heart rhythm is normal during exercise.
When should you visit a Heart Surgeon?

Your doctor might refer you to a cardiac surgeon for a consultation if you have a condition of the heart or blood vessels requiring surgery. Below are some symptoms that need to be discussed with a heart surgeon:

  • Family history with heart disease
  • Palpitations, shortness of breath, and dizziness
  • Peripheral arterial disease
  • Chest discomfort
  • High blood Pressure
  • High blood Cholesterol
  • Preeclampsia
  • Swelling in the legs
  • Slow or fast heart rate
What can you expect from your first visit with a Heart Surgeon?

A heart surgeon can help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for cardiac conditions. During a physical exam, various instruments might be used to evaluate the cardiac system. A heart surgeon will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test the functioning of the heart and blood vessels.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Heart Surgeon?
  • Transposition of the arteries
  • Surgery to repair aortic aneurysms & aortic dissections
  • Arrhythmia surgery
  • Congenital heart surgery
  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Heart valve surgery
  • Aortic surgery
  • Aortic and pulmonary valve stenosis
  • Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
  • Heart transplant
  • Left ventricular assist device
  • Left ventricular remodeling
  • Myectomy/myotomy
  • Surgical ventricular restoration
  • Transmyocardial revascularization
  • Valvular surgery

FAQs related to

Who is a Heart Surgeon?

A cardiac surgeon is a doctor who has education and training in performing surgery on the heart and the blood vessels. They may belong to different specialty areas or might prefer having specialization in certain types of heart procedures like procedures done on children. A heart or cardiac surgeon is a medical doctor who performs surgery on the heart as well as the blood vessels. There are different medical specialties that a heart surgeon might fall under.

Cardiac surgery is any type of surgical procedure performed on the heart or any blood vessels that are connected to the heart. In certain cases, these surgeries might involve structures or tissues immediately next to the heart. A cardiac surgeon generally falls into two professional specialties. Although there are many similarities in their practice, there are a few major differences to group them differently. A cardiothoracic surgeon specializes in surgeries on most tissues and organs found in the chest. A congenital heart surgeon focuses on repairing structural conditions or anomalies that a person is born with. This might include problems with the heart valves, holes in the walls between the chambers of the heart, and more.

What are the qualifications of a Heart Surgeon?

A person interested in becoming a heart surgeon needs to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a general surgeon.

These doctors have special training in the field of cardiac surgery. They have to earn an MBBS degree before focusing on their specialty area.

After obtaining an MBBS degree, the next step is to pursue the PG course, MS, which is one of the most popular PG courses after MBBS. This degree makes you eligible for practicing as a general surgeon. A surgeon's residency program includes at least 48 weeks of full-time work with patients.

What conditions do Heart Surgeons treat?

A heart surgeon can treat the below-listed conditions:

  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Septal Defects
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Ventricular Septal
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Blockages in the heart valve(s)
  • Heart failure
  • Leaking heart valves
  • Valve Prolapse
  • Valve Regurgitation
  • Aortic Root Aneurysms
  • Ischemic Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Blockage
  • Ascending Aorta Disease
  • Blocked Arteries
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • Cardiac Ischaemia
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • End-Stage Heart Failure
  • Atrial Septal Defect
What diagnostic tests are required by a Heart Surgeon?

A heart surgeon may order some medical tests to help find out what heart condition you are suffering from. Some of these tests are given below.

  • Echocardiogram: It uses sound waves to create images of the heart.
  • Transesophageal echocardiography: This uses high-frequency sound waves to make detailed pictures of the heart as well as the arteries.
  • Electrocardiogram: This measures the electrical activity of the heartbeat.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging: Uses magnetic field and radiofrequency waves to get detailed pictures of organs.
  • CT scan: It is an X-ray imaging technique, which uses a computer to get cross-sectional images of the heart.
  • Exercise cardiac stress test or exercise tolerance test (ETT): This test shows if the heart's blood supply is sufficient and if the heart rhythm is normal during exercise.
When should you visit a Heart Surgeon?

Your doctor might refer you to a cardiac surgeon for a consultation if you have a condition of the heart or blood vessels requiring surgery. Below are some symptoms that need to be discussed with a heart surgeon:

  • Family history with heart disease
  • Palpitations, shortness of breath, and dizziness
  • Peripheral arterial disease
  • Chest discomfort
  • High blood Pressure
  • High blood Cholesterol
  • Preeclampsia
  • Swelling in the legs
  • Slow or fast heart rate
What can you expect from your first visit with a Heart Surgeon?

A heart surgeon can help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for cardiac conditions. During a physical exam, various instruments might be used to evaluate the cardiac system. A heart surgeon will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test the functioning of the heart and blood vessels.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Heart Surgeon?
  • Transposition of the arteries
  • Surgery to repair aortic aneurysms & aortic dissections
  • Arrhythmia surgery
  • Congenital heart surgery
  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Heart valve surgery
  • Aortic surgery
  • Aortic and pulmonary valve stenosis
  • Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
  • Heart transplant
  • Left ventricular assist device
  • Left ventricular remodeling
  • Myectomy/myotomy
  • Surgical ventricular restoration
  • Transmyocardial revascularization
  • Valvular surgery