- Dr. Y K Mishra
- Speciality: Cardiac Surgeon
- Designation: Chairman, Manipal Institute of Cardiac Sciences
- Education: MBBS, MD
- Experience: 43+ years
- Manipal Hospitals in Delhi, Dwarka
Dr. Y K Mishra: Renowned Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Dr. Y K Mishra is a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon with over 43 years of extensive experience in the field of cardiac surgeries. He has performed more than 19,000 open-heart surgeries, including minimally invasive cardiac procedures and specialized surgeries such as atrial septal defect (ASD) closure and carotid artery endarterectomy. His expertise also encompasses advanced techniques like total arterial revascularization and beating heart coronary artery bypass surgery. Dr. Mishra is a pioneer in robotic cardiac surgery, having successfully conducted over 500 robotic procedures and 1,000 redo cardiac surgeries. He played a key role in the development of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute and has been actively involved in heart transplantation and ventricular assist device procedures.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Mishra is passionate about training and education, having published more than 150 scientific papers and participated in over 200 international and national conferences as a speaker. His global outreach extends to patients from countries such as the USA, UK, and various nations across Africa and Central Asia, showcasing his commitment to advancing cardiac care worldwide. He is a leading figure in various professional organizations, advocating for innovative cardiac surgery techniques and contributing significantly to the field.
Areas of Specialization
- Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Surgery
- Robotic Cardiac Surgery
- Redo Coronary and Valve Surgeries
- Surgery for Aortic Aneurysms and Dissections
- Heart Failure Surgeries and Transplantation
- Total Arterial Bypass and Angioplasty
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
Recognition & Achievements
- Rashtriya Ratan Award from the International Study Circle (2005)
- Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Congress on Clinical and Preventive Cardiology (2006), presented by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
- Honoris Causa Doctorate (Doctor of Science) from Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya, Madhya Pradesh
- Principal Investigator for significant studies on mitral valve repair and CABG techniques
