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1 Dr. K.S. Iyer

Dr. K.S. Iyer

Executive Director - Pediatric Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery

Fortis Super Specialty Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
45+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS
  • MS
  • M.Ch (AIIMS)
Overview:

Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer is a distinguished pediatric cardiac surgeon in India, renowned for his expertise in managing congenital heart diseases in patients ranging from neonates to adults. He established the first dedicated pediatric cardiac care program in Northern India at Escorts Heart Institute Research Centre (now Fortis Escorts Heart Institute) in 1995.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Iyer has performed over 20,000 surgeries addressing a wide spectrum of congenital heart defects, including complex procedures such as arterial switch operations, double switch operations, TAPVC repairs, Fontan procedures, and corrections for tetralogy of Fallot, DORV, and truncus arteriosus.

Dr. Iyer's academic achievements are noteworthy. He was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Graduate of the Year during his MBBS, received the Pfizer Postgraduate Medical Award, and earned the Hira Lal Gold Medal for being the best postgraduate in General Surgery.

In addition to his clinical and academic accomplishments, Dr. Iyer has held prominent positions such as Founder President of the Asia-Pacific Pediatric Cardiac Society and the Society of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgeons, as well as President of the Pediatric Cardiac Society of India.

Conditions Treated:

  • Congenital heart diseases
  • Atrial septal defect (ASD)
  • Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
  • Tetralogy of Fallot
  • Transposition of the great arteries
  • Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC)
  • Double outlet right ventricle (DORV)
  • Truncus arteriosus

Procedures Performed:

  • Arterial switch operation
  • Double switch operation
  • TAPVC repair
  • Fontan procedure
  • Tetralogy of Fallot correction
  • Senning operation
  • Conduit repairs
  • One-stage and multi-stage corrections for complex congenital heart diseases

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To book an appointment with Dr. Iyer, you can contact Fortis Escorts Heart Institute directly. Alternatively, international patients can reach out to HOSPIDIO via email at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337 for assistance with scheduling and medical travel arrangements.

Yes, Dr. Iyer has extensive experience in performing neonatal cardiac surgeries and has successfully treated numerous newborns with complex congenital heart conditions.

During the initial consultation, Dr. Iyer will review the patient's medical history, conduct a thorough evaluation, discuss potential treatment options, and recommend the most appropriate course of action tailored to the patient's condition.

Yes, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute offers comprehensive support services for international patients, including assistance with medical visas, accommodation, and language interpretation. HOSPIDIO can also facilitate these services to ensure a seamless experience.

Dr. Iyer has a high success rate in performing pediatric cardiac surgeries, attributed to his vast experience, meticulous surgical techniques, and the comprehensive post-operative care provided by his dedicated team.