Dr. Durgaprasad Reddy B is a renowned Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon, serving as the Professor and Head of the Vydehi Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bangalore. With a dedication to patient care, especially for the poor and needy, he has successfully treated over 14,626 major cardiac surgeries and performed 40,000 minor procedures. Dr. Reddy has pioneered several innovative procedures, including designing a single patch closure for AV canals and concomitant procedures for coronary artery and peripheral artery diseases, which have reduced patient recovery times and financial burden. His passion for preventive care and early detection has significantly contributed to public health through various screening camps across India.
Work Experience
- Professor & Head, Vydehi Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bangalore
- Assistant Professor & Consultant, Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS), Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences
- Associate Professor & Senior Consultant, Department of CTVS, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences
- Cardiothoracic Surgeon at various National and International Screening Camps
Education
- MBBS – Raja Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University
- MS in General Surgery – Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar (RGUHS)
Fellowships & Memberships
- Fellowship, International College of Surgeons
- Member, Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
- Member, European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
- Member, Pediatric Cardiac Society of India
- Member, Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons of India
- Member, International Society of Lung and Heart Transplant Surgeons
- Member, The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, USA
Awards & Achievements
- Performed over 300 minimally invasive cardiac surgeries
- Successfully operated on over 1,000 cases of tetralogy of Fallot
- Operated on the smallest baby (1.8 kg) for complex congenital heart disease
- Received the Award of Excellence from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Karnataka
- Honorary Doctorate in Social Work, LADC Institute, Los Angeles, USA (2019)
Publications & Research
- Dr. Reddy has published several research articles in national and international journals, contributing to advancements in cardiac surgery and perioperative care.
- Notable publications include:
- Concomitant procedure for coronary artery disease and aorto-iliac vessel block with a non-healing ulcer over the foot
- Perioperative management of a patient with Bombay blood group undergoing mitral valve replacement
- Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement through a right anterior mini-thoracotomy
- Dexmedetomidine as an adjunct in postoperative analgesia following cardiac surgery
Areas of Expertise
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
- Heart and Lung Transplantation
- Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
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