Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das - Renowned Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Leading Innovator in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Procedures
Experience Excellence in Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery with Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das
Unparalleled Expertise, Pioneering Techniques, and Exceptional Contributions
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das:
- Recognized cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgeon renowned for performing the first Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting CABG) on a beating heart in India.
- Over three decades of extensive experience, having successfully completed more than 20,000 cardiac surgeries and currently performing over 800 cardiac surgeries annually.
- Innovator in cardiovascular and thoracic procedures, credited as the first cardiac surgeon to utilize all arterial grafts for multiple coronary revascularizations and the first to implement the coronary sinus in Fontan's circulation.
- Former integral member of the department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) at AIIMS, where he achieved remarkable milestones by successfully performing highly complex and pioneering cardiac surgeries.
- Instrumental in procuring donor hearts for the first three heart transplant procedures in India, working alongside a team of esteemed cardiologists and surgeons at one of the world's premier cardiac care centers.
- Trained under the tutelage of world-class surgeons, Dr. Das has introduced several innovative cardiac procedures to the country and actively contributed to the establishment of cardiac centers in various regions.
- A dedicated researcher with more than 40 publications in esteemed national and international journals.
- Actively participates in global conferences, seminars, and scientific meetings, where he shares his expertise in CABG, heart transplant, and aortic aneurysm surgeries.
- Acknowledged as one of the top cardiac surgeons in India, Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das has received extensive appreciation for his outstanding work and invaluable contributions to the field of Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS).
Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das' Expertise:
- Aortic aneurysm surgery, providing advanced treatment for patients with aortic pathology.
- Aortic valve repair and replacement, specializing in restoring optimal cardiac function and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Complex congenital heart surgery, addressing intricate cardiac conditions in pediatric and adult patients.
- Coronary Angioplasty, employing minimally invasive techniques to restore blood flow in blocked coronary arteries.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) on a beating heart, utilizing innovative approaches to ensure successful outcomes.
- Double valve replacement, employing surgical expertise to treat patients with dual valve dysfunction.
- Heart transplantation surgery, facilitating life-saving procedures for patients with end-stage heart failure.
- Intracardiac repair, implementing advanced techniques to correct structural abnormalities within the heart.
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, utilizing less invasive approaches to reduce patient discomfort and promote quicker recovery.
- Mitral valve repair and replacement, providing comprehensive care for patients with mitral valve conditions.
- Pediatric cardiac surgeries, addressing congenital heart defects in infants and children.
- Treatment for all types of congenital anomalies, offering specialized care for patients with complex cardiac conditions from birth.
Work Experience of Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das:
- Chief Consultant of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, since 1994.
- Senior Consultant of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at Health City Hospital, Guwahati.
- Visiting Consultant of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) from 1984 to 1994.
- Worked as a Cardiac surgeon at reputable institutions in the USA, including Lancaster General Hospital, Boston Children Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Texas Heart Institute.
Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das' Qualifications:
- MBBS from Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh.
- MS in General Surgery from Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh.
- MCh in Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
- Fellowship of the World Health Organization in 1993.
- Commonwealth Fellowship in 1994.
Memberships of Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das:
- Cardiological Society of India.
- Cardiovascular Society of India.
- Pediatric Cardiac Society of India.
- Indian Medical Association.
- Delhi Medical Association.
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Bhaba Nanda Das:
- Awarded the Vishisht Chikitsa Ratna in 2012.
- Received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Morland News in 2017.
- Established the cardiac surgery center at Satya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences in Andhra Pradesh and Hayat Hospital in Guwahati.
- Initiated the division of Beating Heart Surgery at Zainul Haque Sikder Women's Medical College in Bangladesh.