Best Doctors for LVAD in India

• Dr. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal is a well-known Cardiothoracic Surgeon having 30+ years of experience.
• He holds extensive experience in Minimally invasive valve surgery (MIVS), Minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery (MIDCAB), Redo Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Transplantation, and many more.
• After completing MBBS from L.P.S Institute of Cardiology, G.S.V.M Medical College, Kanpur in 1988, he pursued MS in General Surgery from L.P.S Institute of Cardiology, G.S.V.M Medical College, Kanpur in 1991 followed by M.Ch. in Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery from L.P.S Institute of Cardiology, G.S.V.M Medical College, Kanpur in 1993. 
• He is actively associated with various organizations including the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Society of Thoracic Surgery, USA (STS), Asia Pacific Valve Repair group (APVRG), Asian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, and Indian Association of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (IACTS).
• He has presented 35 papers and publications at national and international levels. 

• Dr K R Balakrishnan is a renowned and reputed Cardio-thoracic surgeon in Chennai.
• With a thriving experience of over 30 + years, he has been credited with India’s First LVAD and HVAD pump implant as destination therapy.
• Dr Balakrishnan has done his MBBS from JIPMER, MS (General Surgery) from the eminent AIIMS,Delhi . Following which he did his McH (Cardio thoracic Surgery) from KEM Hospital, University.
• He has been instrumental in starting India’s First Comprehensive Centre for Heart Failure Management at Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai.
• Dr Balakrishnan has got the opportunity to work with Sir Brian Barratt –Boyes, Green lane Hospital, New Zealand and Dr Albert Starr at Oregon Health Science University and St. Vincent Hospital, USA.
• Dr Balakrishnan is also actively engaged with various institutions to develop Pulsatile and continuous flow LVADs (Left Ventricular Assist Device) and molecular biology of ventricular hypertrophy.
• Dr Balakrishnan is first cardiologist in India to successfully perform HVAD implant surgery, and LVAD implant surgery as destination therapy.

• Dr. Tripti Deb is 44+ years experienced Cardiologist currently practicing at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
• She has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Disease, Patent Ductus Arteriosus Device Closure, Coronary Angiogram, Radial Approach Angiography, and Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty. 
• She pursued MBBS in 1977 followed by MD in General Medicine in 1981 from Government Medical College, Jabalpur. Later, she completed her DNB in Cardiology from the National Board of Examinations in 1991.
• She has been honored with various awards and recognitions.
• She is actively associated with various prestigious associations.

Dr. Neville Solomon is an eminent Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon with 27 years of experience toward transforming the lives of children with heart conditions. A pioneer in paediatric cardiac care in India, he has successfully performed over 3000 cardiac surgeries on newborns with complex cardiac conditions, as well as adults with congenital heart disease.

Why Choose Dr. Solomon?

• Surgical Excellence: With 27 years of experience, Dr. Solomon is a leading expert in paediatric cardiac surgery, specialising in treating congenital and acquired heart conditions in children.
• Specialised Services: His expertise extends to a comprehensive range of paediatric cardiac services, including cardiac pacing, heart transplant, balloon mitral valvuloplasty, mitral/heart valve replacement, pacemaker implantation, among others.
• Highly Skilled in Complex Congenital Heart Defects: He is adept in paediatric cardiac procedures, from correcting Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) to complex surgeries in newborns with critical conditions.
• Founder of the Alfred Solomon Heart Foundation: His dedication extends beyond the operating room, as he serves as the chairman of the Alfred Solomon Heart Foundation, further supporting research, awareness, and access to treatment for paediatric heart conditions.

• Dr. Manjit Singh Paul is a gastroenterologist with 42+ years of experience.
• He is a life member of the Association of Physicians of India, Indian Society of Gastroenterology and member of Delhi Chapter of Association of physicians.
• He completed MBBS from the University of Pune, Pune, MD in general medicine from Army Hospital Research and Referral, New Delhi and DM in gastroenterology from Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh.
• His areas of expertise include colonoscopy, endoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, lumial gastroenterology, stent placement in the esophagus, biliary and pancreas tracts.
• Dr. Singh has treated many patients with Fulminant liver failure.
• He has vast teaching experience and has taught at the Armed Forces (R & R) & Base Hospital, New Delhi.
• He is a recipient of various awards and honors.

• Dr. Pramod Kumar is a cardiologist with 22+ years of experience. 
• He completed MBBS from Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal; MD from Global University and DM from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, Trivandrum.
• Dr. Pramod Kumar is a member of Tamil Nadu Medical Council.
• Dr. Kumar holds expertise in Vascular Surgery, Aortic Aneuerysm Surgery / Endovascular Repair, Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, Mitral/Heart Valve Replacement and Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA).