Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery
Dr. K.S. Iyer
- Hospital
- Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, India
- Experience
- 40+ years of experience
About Dr. K.S. Iyer
Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer is a distinguished pediatric cardiac surgeon in India, renowned for his expertise in managing congenital heart diseases in patients ranging from neonates to adults. He established the first dedicated pediatric cardiac care program in Northern India at Escorts Heart Institute Research Centre (now Fortis Escorts Heart Institute) in 1995.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Iyer has performed over 20,000 surgeries addressing a wide spectrum of congenital heart defects, including complex procedures such as arterial switch operations, double switch operations, TAPVC repairs, Fontan procedures, and corrections for tetralogy of Fallot, DORV, and truncus arteriosus.
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Conditions treated
- Congenital heart diseases
- Atrial septal defect (ASD)
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Transposition of the great arteries
- Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC)
- Double outlet right ventricle (DORV)
- Truncus arteriosus
Procedures performed
- Arterial Switch Surgery
- ASD Closure Surgery
- Congenital Pulmonary Stenosis (PS) Treatment
- TAPVC
- Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) Repair Surgery
- Truncus Arteriosus Repair
- VSD Closure Surgery
- Double switch operation
- Fontan procedure
- Senning operation
- Conduit repairs
- One-stage and multi-stage corrections for complex congenital heart diseases
Professional memberships
- Founder President of the Asia-Pacific Pediatric Cardiac Society
- Founder President of the Society of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgeons
- President of the Pediatric Cardiac Society of India
Qualifications
- MBBS
- MS
- M.Ch (AIIMS)
Honours and awards
- Awarded the Gold Medal for Best Graduate of the Year during his MBBS
- Pfizer Postgraduate Medical Award
- Hira Lal Gold Medal for being the best postgraduate in General Surgery
Specialties
Conditions treated
- Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
- Ventricular Septal Defects (VSD)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Diseases
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection (TAPVC)
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle (DORV)
- Truncus Arteriosus
Common questions
Yes, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute offers comprehensive support services for international patients, including assistance with medical visas, accommodation, and language interpretation. Quick Global Nexus can also facilitate these services to ensure a seamless experience.
Yes, Dr. Iyer has extensive experience in performing neonatal cardiac surgeries and has successfully treated numerous newborns with complex congenital heart conditions.
To book an appointment with Dr. Iyer, you can contact Fortis Escorts Heart Institute directly. Alternatively, international patients can reach out to Witness at Quick Global Nexus via email at wgisunte@gmail.com or call/WhatsApp at +255 778 315 330 for assistance with scheduling and medical travel arrangements.
Dr. Iyer has a high success rate in performing pediatric cardiac surgeries, attributed to his vast experience, meticulous surgical techniques, and the comprehensive post-operative care provided by his dedicated team.
During the initial consultation, Dr. Iyer will review the patient's medical history, conduct a thorough evaluation, discuss potential treatment options, and recommend the most appropriate course of action tailored to the patient's condition.
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