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Dr. Lincoln Samuel

Cardiac enterologist

, Kochi, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English

 


Dr. Lincoln Samuel is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kochi, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Aster Medicity.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS from Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Center in Thiruvalla
  • MS (General Surgery) from JJM Medical College in Davangere
  • MCH (CTVS) from Christian Medical College in Vellore

Hospital Address :

Aster Medcity Hospital, South Chittoor, Kochi, Kerala, India

Dr. Halil Huzmeli

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Halil Huzmeli is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Halil Huzmeli is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Turkish society of Cardiology
  • European Society of Vascular Surgery
  • Turkish National Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

Qualifications :

  • Samandag High School 1988-1991
  • ?ukurova Faculty of Medicine, University of Cukurova 1991-1998
  • University of Istanbul Science (Cardiovascular Surgery Training) 2006-12

Hospital Address :

Ulus Mahallesi, Liv Hospital Group, Canan Sokak, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ahmet Bulent Saritas

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ahmet Bulent Saritas is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 1994 - 2000 - Uludag University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2000 - 2006 - Baskent University, Cardiovascular Surgery - Specialization
  • 2006 - Baskent University, Cardiovascular Surgery, Doctorate

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

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Dr. Abducelil Yildirim

Cardiac enterologist

, Ankara, Turkey

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Abducelil Yildirim is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Ankara.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
  • Specialization - Ondokuz Mayıs University, Cardiovascular Surgery

Hospital Address :

Kent Koop Mah., Medical Park Ankara Hastanesi, 1868. Sok., Batkent/Yenimahalle/Yenimahalle/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Muhammed Fatih Yilmaz

Cardiac enterologist

, Ankara, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Muhammed Fatih Y?lmaz is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Ankara.

Qualifications :

  • Amasya Anatolian High School
  • Ataturk University Medical Faculty
  • Eskisehir Osmangazi University Medical Faculty Cardiovascular Surgery USA

Hospital Address :

Kent Koop Mah., Medical Park Ankara Hastanesi, 1868. Sok., Batkent/Yenimahalle/Yenimahalle/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ibrahim Bayar C?nar is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Fatih Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

skenderpaa, Medical Park Fatih Hastanesi, Horhor Caddesi, Fatih/stanbul, Turkey

Dr. Pradeep Nambiar

Cardiac enterologist

, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Malayalam

 


Dr. Pradeep Nambiar is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Pradeep Nambiar is part of:

  • Member-Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
  • Member - Association of Surgeons of India
  • Member-Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons of India
  • Member - International society of Minimal Access Cardiac Surgeons
  • Member-Ohio State Medical Board Member - Delhi Medical Council
  • Member- Maharashtra Medical Council, Mumbai

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, 1988
  • MS - Army Hospital, New Delhi, 1991
  • Fellowship -Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, 1998
  • Fellowship-Cardiac Surgery-Royal College of Surgeons, Canada

What is the medical expertise of Dr. Pradeep Nambiar?

  • With 35 years of experience, Dr.Pradeep Nambiar is leading cardiac surgeon. He is renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive bypass surgery, valve surgery, pediatric cardiac surgery, congenital heart surgery and aortic surgery. Dr. Nambiar has performed more than 6000 cardiac surgeries successfully.
  • Dr. Nambiar obtained the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.
  • Dr. Pradeep Nambiar is associated with the Ohio State Medical Board, Maharashtra Medical Council and Delhi Medical Council.
  • His research work has been published in many leading national and international journals. These are:
    1. Minimally invasive Coronary bypass using Internal thoracic arteries via a left minithoracotomy – "The Nambiar Technique" . Innovations –Technology and techniques in cardiothoracic surgery – 2013.Dec 8(6) 420-426
    2. Nambiar P, Kumar S, Mittal C, Minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with bilateral internal thoracic arteries: Will this be the future JTCVS, 2018 Jan;155:190-7
    3. Nambiar P, Kumar S, Mittal C, Ila C . Outcomes of Bilateral internal thoracic arteries in minimally invasive CABG with analogy to the Syntax trial. Innovation-Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular surgery 2019, 14(3) June; 227-235.
  • Dr. Pradeep Nambiar is also a recipient of the "World Cardiology Award" for his innovation of the Nambiar Technique.
Dr. Halil Turkoglu

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Halil Turkoglu 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 Medipol Mega University Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 2011 - Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
  • 1979 - Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 1979 - Hacettepe University, Chest, Heart and Vascular Surgery

Hospital Address :

Gztepe Mahallesi, Medipol Mega niversite Hastanesi, Metin Sokak, Ba?c?lar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Sinan Gocer

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sinan Gocer is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sinan Gocer is part of:

  • Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Association
  • National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Kartal Koşuyolu High Specialization Education and Res. Hospital, Cardiovascular Surgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Dr. Emin Tireli

Cardiac enterologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Emin Tireli is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul Uni. Faculty of Medicine Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine Cardiovascular Surgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Fahri Hayri Atli

Cardiac enterologist

, Bursa, Turkey

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fahri Hayri Atli is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Bursa Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fahri Hayri Atli is part of:

  • Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Association
  • National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
  • Flebology Association

Qualifications :

  • Undergraduate and Graduate - Istanbul University School of Medicine, 1997
  • Specialization - Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, 2006

Hospital Address :

Krcaali, Medical Park Hastanesi, Fevzi

Dr. Atilla Sarac

Cardiac enterologist

, Samsun, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Atilla Sarac is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Atilla Sarac is part of:

  • National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
  • Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
  • Specialization - Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine Cardiovascular Surgery
Dr. Tuncay Erden

Cardiac enterologist

, Trabzon, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Tuncay Erden is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Trabzon, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Karadeniz Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tuncay Erden is part of:

  • National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association
  • Turkish Cardiovascular Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 1992 - 1998 - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1999 - 2005 - Eskisehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine / Department of Surgical Medical Sciences / Department of Cardiovascular Surgery

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Tuncay Erden?

  • Dr Tuncay Erden is an expert cardiac surgeon with 22 years of experience in the field.
  • His areas of interest are minimally invasive cardiac surgery, heart valve diseases, peripheral vascular surgery, bypass surgery, aneurysm, endovascular interventions and lymphedema.
  • Dr Tuncay Erden has published his work in many prestigious journals such as the Heart Surgery Forum and the European Heart Journal.
Dr. Adel Abdullah Al Shamry

Cardiac enterologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Adel Abdullah Al Shamry is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Saudi German Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Adel Abdullah Al Shamry is part of:

  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon of Canada

Qualifications :

  • MD FRCS Canada, Canada Board Certified
  • Fellowship of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon of Canada

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Dan Arvut

Cardiac enterologist

, Herzliya, Israel

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Dan Arvut is a specialized Cardiac Surgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Herzliya, Israel. The doctor has over 34 Years of experience and is associated with Herzliya Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dan Arvut is part of:

  • European Society of Lung and Heart Transplant
  • Israeli Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Qualifications :

  • Graduate of the Medical Faculty of the Hebrew University, Jerusalem
  • 1986 - Completed cardiosurgical residency at Ichilov hospital, Israel
  • 1986-1990 - Cardiosurgical fellowship at Harefield hospital, London, England

Hospital Address :

Herzliya Medical Center, Ramat Yam Street, Herzliya, Israel

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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

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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:

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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