Cardiac Care
Dr. Y K Mishra
Cardiac Surgeon
Dr. Y K Mishra
Cardiac Surgeon
- Specialty
- Cardiac Care
- Based in
- New Delhi, India
- Years in practice
- 44 years
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MD, Fellowship, Fellowship
- Practises at
- Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Dr. Y.K. Mishra is a distinguished Cardiac Surgeon, recognised as a pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery in India, with over four decades of experience improving heart health. He has successfully performed over 19,000 open-heart and robotic surgeries and is a leading expert in minimally invasive techniques, complex cardiac repairs, and valve replacements.
- Expert in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery: With over 44 years of experience, Dr. Y.K. Mishra is a pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery in India. He founded the Robotic Cardiac Surgery Program at Manipal Hospitals, helping patients recover faster with less pain.
- Highly Skilled in Complex Heart Surgeries: Dr. Mishra is proficient in a wide range of cardiac procedures, including bypass surgery, valve replacements, aortic surgery, and heart transplants. He also specialises in treating complex congenital heart defects like Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA), and Tricuspid Atresia.
- Specialist in Aortic Conditions: He has extensive experience in performing surgeries for ascending aortic aneurysms and aortic dissections. Additionally, he is skilled in ventricular assist device implantation, which helps support heart function in patients with severe heart failure.
- Nationally Recognised & Awarded: Dr. Mishra has received several prestigious honours, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and an honorary doctorate for his contributions to cardiac surgery.
- Founder of the Payasuni Heart Valve Foundation: He established the Payasuni Heart Valve Foundation to promote awareness, research, and better access to treatment for rheumatic heart diseases, improving care for patients across the country.
Practises at
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Treatments in Cardiac Care
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Coronary Artery Bypass (CABG)
Bypass grafting to restore blood flow around blocked coronary arteries. Both on-pump and off-pump techniques are availab...
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Minimally Invasive Bypass Surgery
Bypass performed through a smaller incision between the ribs rather than opening the breastbone, which usually means les...
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Heart Valve Replacement
Replacement of a damaged aortic or mitral valve with a mechanical or tissue valve. The choice affects whether you will n...
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Angioplasty and Stenting
A narrowed coronary artery is opened with a balloon and held open with a stent. Usually a short stay, and often done thr...
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Pacemaker Implantation
A small device is placed under the skin to keep the heart beating at a steady rate. Checked and programmed before you fl...
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