Cardiac Surgery - Mumbai - Since 1988
35+ Years Experience | 16,000+ Heart Surgeries | Zero in-hospital mortality.
More operating-table experience than almost any surgeon in India - across bypass, valve, and the rarest cardiac conditions.
A safety record sustained consistently for over a decade - not a one-time statistics.
Superspecialised at AIIMS Delhi, then trained further in Stockholm and London - bringing global cardiac surgery standards to Mumbai since 1988.
Redo surgeries, poor ejection-fraction hearts, rare tumours and aneurysms - the complex cases many surgeons turn away are where Dr. Pavan Kumar is most experienced.
A pioneer in patient education and telemedicine, having built and led one of Western India's largest telemedicine cardiac programmes.
Awards & Recognition
Since 1988, Dr. Pavan Kumar has performed arterial bypass, heart valve repair replacement, and reconstructive cardiac surgery most surgeons will see only a handful of times in a career. Every technique has been refined, one heartbeat at a time.
From routine bypass to redo surgery, poor ejection-fraction hearts, and rare tumours like myxoma - Dr. Pavan Kumar specialises in the cardiac cases that demand the most experience, not the least.
16,000+ heart surgeries. 99% success rate in bypass surgery. Zero in-hospital mortality, sustained for years. Over 60 papers published in national and international cardiac surgery journals.
Superspecialised at AIIMS New Delhi (1982-85), trained further at Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm, and Harefield Hospital, London. Returned to India in 1988 to bring world-class cardiac surgery home - and has trained dozens of the surgeons across India today.
Dr. Pavan Kumar founded Mumbai's first Cardiac Help Line and established the Department of Telemedicine at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital in 2006. which grew into the largest telemedicine service provider in Western India. For over 20 years, he has trained junior surgeons who now operate independently across India and abroad. His work has been presented and published in over 60 national and international journals and conferences.
About usEvery heart is different. Every treatment plan here begins with a careful, personal evaluation by Dr. Pavan Kumar — not a standard protocol.
Patient Ratings
"My father was diagnosed with 9 blockages and we immediately consulted Dr. Pavan Kumar. He performed the CABG surgery and since then there's been no looking back - his health has been improving constantly."
- Akanksha Singh
"I thank Dr. Pavan Kumar for my CABG operation. He is very methodical, and himself is a human being with a large heart. From the outset itself, I could feel I was gaining health."
- Prakash Surya
Every milestone reflects a commitment to safer heart surgeries, advanced cardiac care, and improving patients' lives through innovation, experience, and excellence.
Press & Media GalleryFeatured Articles
A plain-language guide to how surgeons and cardiologists decide between a stent and open surgery - and the factors that matter most for long-term outcomes.
Read articleUnderstanding why some bypass grafts fail over time, and how a second surgery can be performed safely, even years after the first.
Read articleFor patients told their heart is 'too weak' to operate on - a look at how modern surgical techniques are changing that answer.
Read articleFrequently Asked
The cost of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) varies depending on the number of bypasses, hospital, medical condition, and complexity of the surgery. A detailed cost estimate can be provided after consultation and review of your medical reports.
Age alone does not determine whether valve replacement is appropriate. A thorough evaluation of overall health, heart function, other medical conditions, and surgical risk helps determine the safest treatment option for each patient.
Recovery varies from person to person. Many patients begin walking within a few days after surgery, while returning to normal daily activities may take several weeks. Recovery time depends on overall health, the type of surgery, and individual progress.
The recommended treatment depends on factors such as the number, location, and severity of coronary blockages, along with your overall health. Your angiography and other clinical information are reviewed to determine which treatment may be most appropriate.
In selected patients, bypass surgery may be possible even when ejection fraction is severely reduced. The decision requires careful assessment of heart function, coronary anatomy, overall health, and surgical risk. Dr. Pavan Kumar has experience treating patients with severely reduced ejection fraction.
Redo CABG is a second coronary bypass operation for someone who has previously undergone bypass surgery. It can be more complex than the first operation because of previous surgery and changes in the heart and surrounding tissues. Individual risk depends on the patient's condition and surgical history.
The number of bypass grafts depends on the location and extent of coronary artery disease. Your angiography and other clinical findings are reviewed to determine how many vessels may require bypass.
The cost of valve surgery depends on whether the valve needs to be repaired or replaced, the type of valve used, the hospital, and the complexity of the procedure. An individual estimate can be provided after clinical evaluation.
Beating-heart bypass surgery, also known as off-pump CABG, avoids the use of a heart-lung machine in selected cases. Whether it offers an advantage depends on the patient's coronary anatomy, medical condition, and the surgeon's assessment. It is not suitable for every patient.
Consider the surgeon's experience, surgical volume, experience with complex cases, outcomes, hospital facilities, and the quality of post-operative care. These factors can help you make a more informed decision about your treatment.
CABG is a major heart operation and, like any surgery, carries potential risks. Outcomes depend on factors such as the patient's health, severity of coronary disease, heart function, and surgical complexity. Your individual risks and expected outcomes should be discussed with your cardiac surgeon.
Cardiac myxomas are usually benign tumours and are generally treated with surgical removal. The surgical approach depends on the tumour's location, size, and the patient's overall condition. Appropriate follow-up is also important after surgery.
The MAZE procedure is a surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm. It may be performed alongside bypass or valve surgery in selected patients when treatment of atrial fibrillation is appropriate.
The timing of bypass surgery after a heart attack depends on the patient's stability, coronary anatomy, heart function, extent of heart damage, and other medical factors. Some patients may require urgent surgery, while others may benefit from stabilisation before surgery.
International patients can seek consultation and cardiac surgical care in Mumbai. Depending on the patient's circumstances, assistance may be available for medical documentation, travel coordination, remote consultation, and treatment planning before arrival.
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