Dr. K. R. Balakrishnan is a distinguished cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon in India, renowned for his expertise in heart and lung transplants. With over four decades of experience, he has significantly contributed to the field of cardiac surgery.
👨⚕️ About Dr. K. R. Balakrishnan
Full Name: Dr. K. R. Balakrishnan
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English, Tamil, Hindi
Current Position: Chairman – Cardiac Sciences, Director – Institute of Heart and Lung Transplant & Mechanical Circulatory Support at MGM Healthcare, Chennai
🎓 Educational Qualifications
MBBS: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry, 1976
MS (General Surgery): All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 1980
MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery): KEM Hospital, University of Bombay, 1982
🏥 Clinical Experience
Years of Experience: Over 40 years in cardiac care
Past Positions:
Professor and Head of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai (1994–2008)
Director of Cardiac Sciences at Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai (until October 2019)
🏆 Awards and Recognitions
FICCI Special Jury Award for contributions to healthcare and medical research
Best Doctor Award, Tamil Nadu Government, 2017
Double Helical National Health Award, 2017
Hiralal Gold Medal in Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi
First Rank and Distinction in Cardiothoracic Board Finals, University of Bombay
🏥 MGM Healthcare, Chennai
Address: 72, Nelson Manickam Road, Aminjikarai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600029
Consultation Hours: Monday to Saturday, 09:00 AM – 04:50 PM
Consultation Fee: ₹2000
Contact Number: +91-44-4524-2407
📅 Appointment Procedure
Online Booking: Appointments can be scheduled through MGM Healthcare’s official website or platforms like Practo.
International Patients: Assistance available via HOSPIDIO at [email protected] or WhatsApp
🩺 Areas of Expertise
Heart Transplantation
Lung Transplantation
Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Mechanical Circulatory Support (LVAD & HVAD)
End-stage Heart Failure Management
📚 Publications and Research
Dr. Balakrishnan has contributed to numerous high-ranking medical journals and has been involved in pioneering research in cardiothoracic surgery. His work includes the development of low-cost ventricular assist devices and flexible polyurethane membranes.
🏅 Memberships
Indian Medical Association (IMA)
💬 Patient Testimonials
Patients have lauded Dr. Balakrishnan for his exceptional surgical skills and compassionate care. One notable testimonial mentions a successful open-heart surgery performed on a 6-year-old patient in 1989, who is now leading a healthy life.
📞 Contact Information
Phone: +91-44-4524-2407
Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: +91-9870538337 (for international patients)
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