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Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery
Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai
The Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre treats patients with cardiac and thoracic conditions.
About the Department
The department follows a multidisciplinary approach. Its doctors work with other specialists, including cardiologists, pulmonologists and anaesthesiologists.
Surgeons at the department take part in clinical trials and research studies. They also participate in medical conferences and training programs.
The department treats patients referred for complicated coronary artery surgery, patients with poor heart function and patients needing reoperative coronary artery bypass surgery.
Heart Transplantation and Assist Devices
Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre has an active heart transplantation program for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Assist devices, such as Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD), are an option at the Heart Failure Clinic of the hospital when medications and conventional surgical treatment have not been effective.
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Valve repair or replacement, coronary artery bypass surgery and paediatric cardiac surgery for the closure of congenital cardiac defects are performed at the department using the minimally invasive technique with thoracoscopic assistance.
Valve Repair and Repeat (Redo) Open-Heart Surgery
The department is led by Dr Suresh Joshi, Director of Cardiac Surgery. Valve repairs for complex mitral valve regurgitation are performed at the department.
These surgeries are challenging and involve high risk. They require an integrated approach with a team of cardiac surgeons, anaesthetists and intensivists. The department manages high-risk complex cases.
FAQ’s
Q1. Which procedures are performed at the department?
The department performs coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, paediatric heart surgery, MAZE procedure for cardiac arrhythmia, aortic surgery, redo cardiac surgery, mechanical circulatory support, pulmonary endarterectomy, thoracic surgery including VATS, peripheral arterial disease surgery and carotid endarterectomy.
Q2. Does the hospital have a heart transplantation program?
Yes. Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre has an active heart transplantation program for patients with end-stage heart failure. Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD) are an option at the Heart Failure Clinic of the hospital.
Q3. Which specialists work with the department’s surgeons?
The department’s doctors work with cardiologists, pulmonologists and anaesthesiologists. Valve repair and redo open-heart surgery involve a team of cardiac surgeons, anaesthetists and intensivists.
Q4. How can I book an appointment?
You can call the appointment numbers 09930192000 or 84710 06006 (Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM). The number 99201 66688 is available 24×7.
What Differentiates Us
Key Features of the Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Jaslok Hospital
The Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery is well-known all across the country for its service in the field.
Some of the key features that make this department one of the centres for Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery include:
- A team of highly experienced surgeons trained in the latest surgical techniques
- Comprehensive services for both cardiac and thoracic conditions, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures
- An active heart transplantation program for patients with end-stage heart failure
- Referral centre for patients with complicated coronary artery surgery patients, poor heart function and reoperative coronary artery bypass surgery
- Valve repair/replacements, coronary artery bypass surgeries, paediatric cardiac surgeries for closure of congenital cardiac defects
- High-risk surgeries like Valve Repair and Repeat (Redo) Open Heart Surgery
- Advanced imaging and diagnostic tools, as well as cutting-edge surgical equipment and techniques to ensure the possible outcomes for our patients.
- Coordinated care with the help of other specialists such as cardiologists, pulmonologists, and anesthesiologists
- Participation in medical conferences and training programs to stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and technologies
- Personalised and patient-centred care, tailored as per the needs and concerns of the patient
Key Technologies
The department uses the following technologies and equipment:
- ECMO and Centrimag machines
- Imaging and diagnostic tools, such as CT scans, MRI scans and echocardiography
- Machines and equipment needed for robotic-assisted surgery
Key Procedures
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