Dr. Asher George Joseph

Dr. Asher George Joseph is a Cardiac Surgeon at SPARSH Hospital, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore, where Dr. Joseph is a Consultant. Over more than 18 years in adult cardiac surgery, Dr. Joseph has built particular experience in surgical repair of ascending aorta and arch aneurysms.

Dr. Joseph's consultations are built around clear explanation. Treatment is planned around the individual, taking into account age, overall health and personal priorities, and is agreed with the patient and family before it begins.

When to See a Cardiac Surgeon

Patients are referred when blocked coronary arteries, a damaged heart valve or an aortic aneurysm need surgical treatment, or when a second opinion on heart surgery is needed.

Treatments and Procedures

• Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) with bilateral internal mammary arteries (BIMA)
• Surgical repair of ascending aorta and arch aneurysms
• Single and double valve replacement (aortic and mitral)
• Peripheral arterial revascularization and vascular trauma surgery

Education and Training

• MBBS, Government Medical College, Kottayam (2006)
• MS (General Surgery), Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram (2010)
• MCh (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery), Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum (2014)
• Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, Australia

Research and Memberships

Dr. Joseph stays involved in research and teaching in adult cardiac surgery and has published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Joseph is a member of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS).

If you live outside Bangalore or in another country, you can share your medical reports in advance for review and plan your appointment with Dr. Joseph before travelling.