Dr. Sandip Attawar is a distinguished cardiovascular surgeon with 28 years of experience, specialising in heart transplant and complex cardiac surgeries. As Director and Chair of Cardiovascular Surgery at Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai, he leads a multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge cardiac care. Dr. Attawar is recognised for his expertise in advanced surgical techniques, pioneering heart transplant programmes, and commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
- Nearly three decades of expertise in cardiovascular and transplant surgery
- Leader in heart transplant programmes and complex cardiac procedures
- Skilled in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted cardiac surgeries
- Known for personalised patient care and meticulous surgical planning
- Active contributor to cardiac surgery research and education
- Recognised for excellence in clinical outcomes and patient safety
Education Background:
- MBBS – Grant Medical College, Mumbai
- MS (Surgery) – Grant Medical College, Mumbai
- MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Awards & Accolades:
- Recipient of multiple awards recognising excellence in cardiac surgery
- Invited faculty at national and international cardiovascular conferences
- Contributor to peer-reviewed cardiac surgery journals
- Mentor to cardiac surgery trainees and fellows
- Honoured for pioneering heart transplant initiatives in India
Dr. Sandip Attawar specialises in cardiovascular surgery, focusing on heart transplant, coronary artery bypass, valve repair and replacement, and advanced cardiac surgical techniques.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- End-stage heart failure requiring transplant
- Coronary artery disease and blockages
- Heart valve diseases including stenosis and regurgitation
- Congenital heart defects in adults and children
- Complex cardiac arrhythmias requiring surgical intervention
- Cardiac trauma and emergencies
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Heart transplantation
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Valve repair and replacement surgeries
- Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
- Robotic-assisted cardiac procedures
- Surgery for congenital heart defects
- Surgical management of cardiac arrhythmias
- End-stage heart failure requiring transplant
- Coronary artery disease and blockages
- Heart valve diseases including stenosis and regurgitation
- Congenital heart defects in adults and children
- Complex cardiac arrhythmias requiring surgical intervention
- Cardiac trauma and emergencies
- Heart transplantation
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Valve repair and replacement surgeries
- Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
- Robotic-assisted cardiac procedures
- Surgery for congenital heart defects
- Surgical management of cardiac arrhythmias