Dr. Sandeep Attawar has participated in over 10,000 open and closed heart surgeries, specializing in cardiothoracic procedures including atrial septal defect repairs. As Director of Cardiac Surgery at Global Hospital Chennai, he leads a program with extensive experience in complex cardiac cases. His memberships include the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
Global Hospital Chennai is a NABH-accredited hospital with over 1,000 successful liver transplants, the most in the world. It specializes in organ and bone marrow transplant, cardiology, pulmonology, and oncology. Part of Gleneagles Global Hospitals, the group sees 2 million patients annually.
Dr. Sandeep Attawar is a cardiothoracic surgeon who has performed 10,000+ heart surgeries. He serves as the Director of the Lung Transplant Program at Gleneagles Global Health City. Dr. Attawar specializes in complex heart and lung transplants for both adults and children. He maintains an 85–90% success rate for thoracic organ transplant procedures.
Global Hospital Chennai is a NABH-accredited hospital with over 1,000 successful liver transplants, the most in the world. It specializes in organ and bone marrow transplant, cardiology, pulmonology, and oncology. Part of Gleneagles Global Hospitals, the group sees 2 million patients annually.
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\nNote that the diagnostic and treatment plan can differ depending on the individual\"s health status and the severity of the defect. Other options such as medication or minimally invasive procedures may also be considered.
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