Dr. Vijay Kohli

• Dr. Vijay Kohli
• Speciality: Heart Institute, Cardiac Surgery
• Designation: Vice chairman
  
• Education: MBBS, MS – General Surgery, MCh – Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
• Experience: 40+ years
• Medanta hospital, gurgaon

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About: Dr. Vijay Kohli

Dr. Vijay Kohli is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon with over 10,000 cardiac operations to his credit. He has made significant contributions to the field, evidenced by more than 150 scientific research papers published nationally and internationally. Notably, he was the first surgeon to perform a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) on a beating heart in Kathmandu, Nepal, and completed the first CABG at Jammu Medical College in 2001.

Dr. Kohli has garnered extensive clinical experience and expertise in various aspects of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, having worked alongside renowned professionals globally. His research collaborations include studying heart failure with Professor Hertzer at the Berlin Heart Institute and Professor Randas Batista in Brazil. Additionally, he has been involved in the implantation of Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) and heart transplantation at the Vienna General Hospital, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in cardiovascular surgery.

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Expertise and Qualifications

Cardiac Operations:

• Performed over 10,000 cardiac surgeries.

Research Contributions:

• Authored 150+ scientific papers.

Pioneering Surgeries:

• First CABG on a beating heart in Kathmandu, Nepal.

International Collaboration:

• Worked with Professor Hertzer (Berlin) and Professor Randas Batista (Brazil).

Advanced Techniques:

• Involved in VAD implantation and heart transplants at Vienna General Hospital.

Educational Background:

• FIACS, Indian Association of Cardio Thoracic Surgeons, 2003.
• Fellowship at St. Luke’s and Roosevelt Hospital Medical Center, New York, 1995.
• MCh from Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, 1990.
• MS from Government Medical College, Jammu, 1985.
• MBBS from Government Medical College, Jammu, 1980.

Areas of Specialization:

• Heart and lung surgery.
• Heart transplantation.
• Cardiovascular bypass.
• Ventriculoplasty for reduction.

Clinical Excellence:

• Extensive training and experience in heart failure management.

Leadership Roles:

• Respected leader in the field of cardiovascular surgery with a focus on innovation and patient care.

Dr. Kohli continues to inspire future generations of surgeons with his dedication and expertise in cardiovascular health.