Dr. Raghavendra Murthy P.

About Dr. Raghavendra Murthy P.

Dr. Raghavendra Murthy P. is a highly accomplished Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon with over 18 years of experience in managing complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular conditions. He completed his MBBS from J.J.M. Medical College, Davangere, followed by an MS in General Surgery from AIMS, Bellur, and further specialized with an M.Ch in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) from the prestigious Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research, Bengaluru.

Over the years, Dr. Raghavendra has successfully performed thousands of complex cardiac procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacement surgeries, congenital heart surgeries, emergency cardiac procedures, and vascular interventions. He has extensive experience managing adult and pediatric cardiac diseases and is recognized for his precision, evidence-based treatment approach, and commitment to patient safety.

Apart from clinical excellence, he has actively contributed to academic research, teaching, and surgical training. His publications in reputed journals and presentations at national conferences reflect his dedication to advancing cardiothoracic surgery. He currently serves as an Associate Professor and Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research, Bengaluru.

Work Experience

1. Completed a three-year residency in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research, Bengaluru, gaining advanced experience in complex cardiac surgeries and patient management
2. Worked as Associate Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon under Dr. Praveen Kumar at Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospitals, Bommasandra, Bengaluru, for two and a half years, performing advanced cardiac surgical procedures
3. Served as Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research
4. Currently Associate Professor and Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research, Bengaluru

His surgical experience includes more than 2,000 valve replacement surgeries, more than 1,500 Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgeries, more than 1,000 congenital heart surgeries, and assisting in 4,000+ open-heart surgeries. He has extensive experience in emergency cardiac procedures including ventricular septal rupture repair, post-PTMC tear repair, cardiac tamponade management, emergency mitral valve replacement, atrial septal defect device displacement surgeries, and right ventricular rupture repair.

Education

1. MBBS — J.J.M. Medical College, Davangere (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), 2005
2. MS (General Surgery) — AIMS, Bellur (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), 2010
3. M.Ch (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery) — Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), 2013

He has also actively contributed to undergraduate, postgraduate, and perfusion technology teaching programs as part of his academic career.

Areas of Expertise

1. Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
2. Valve Replacement Surgery (Mitral, Aortic & Double Valve Replacement)
3. Congenital Heart Disease Surgery
4. Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
5. Open Heart Surgery
6. Emergency Cardiac Surgery
7. Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
8. Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Repair
9. Post-PTMC Tear Management
10. Ventricular Rupture Repair
11. Cardiac Tamponade Surgery
12. Vascular Surgery
13. AV Access Surgery for Dialysis
14. Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
15. Aortic Surgery
16. Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Procedures
17. Transplant Surgery

He also possesses strong clinical knowledge in General Surgery and has actively participated in teaching and academic training programs.

Awards and Achievements

1. University Gold Medal for Best Outgoing Student in Paediatrics during the MBBS examination, March 2005
2. Successfully performed more than 2,000 valve replacement surgeries
3. Successfully performed over 1,500 Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgeries
4. Independently performed more than 1,000 congenital heart surgeries
5. Assisted in over 4,000 open-heart surgeries
6. Active academician involved in undergraduate, postgraduate, and perfusion technology teaching
7. Presented research papers at the Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)