Dr. Vijay Kohli

When seeking unparalleled expertise in cardiovascular surgery, Dr. Vijay Kohli stands out as a leading heart surgeon in India. With over 31 years of rich experience, Dr. Kohli embodies hope, safety, and quality care for patients requiring complex cardiac procedures. Currently affiliated with Max Healthcare, his career is marked by pioneering efforts and a profound commitment to advancing heart health. Divinheal is proud to simplify your access to world-class medical professionals like Dr. Kohli, offering end-to-end support and personalized, AI-driven solutions for your global healthcare journey.

Dr. Vijay Kohli: A Leader in Cardiac Care and Innovation

Dr. Vijay Kohli is an outstanding and accomplished cardiovascular surgeon, renowned for his wide and varied clinical experience across all aspects of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. His extensive career includes collaborations with some of the most esteemed cardiac experts globally:

• **Reduction Ventriculoplasty for Heart Failure:** Training with Professor Randas Batista in Brazil.
• **VADs (Ventricular Assist Devices) and Cardiac Transplantation:** Expertise gained with Professor Hertzer and Dr. Matthias Loebe at Berlin Heart Institute, Germany.
• **Continuous Flow VADs & Heart Failure Management:** Advanced training at Vienna General Hospital (Austria) and Niguarda Ca’ Granda Hospital (Italy) with Professor George Wieselthaler and Professor Ettore Vitali.
• **Ventricular Aneurysm Repairs (Dor's Procedure):** Collaboration with Professor Vincent Dor at Nice University Hospital, France.
• **Septal Exclusion Technique & Mitral Valve Repair:** Learning with Professor Antonio Calafiore at the University of Chieti, Italy, focusing on ventricular anatomy remodeling.
• **Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery:** Under the guidance of Dr. Valavanur Subramanian at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, USA.

These international experiences have equipped Dr. Kohli with a global perspective and cutting-edge techniques, which he has diligently applied in India since 1995 after his post-doctoral fellowship at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, New York.

Pioneering Surgical Milestones

Dr. Kohli's impact on cardiac surgery in India and neighboring regions is undeniable. He holds the distinction of being:

• The first surgeon to perform coronary artery bypass in Jammu Medical College in 2001.
• The first surgeon to perform coronary artery bypass on a beating heart in Kathmandu, Nepal in 2002.

With an impressive record of over 15,000 cardiac surgeries, his clinical prowess is complemented by his significant academic contributions, boasting over 150 scientific publications at national and international levels.

Specialized Expertise & Procedures

Dr. Kohli's speciality interests cover a broad spectrum of advanced cardiac interventions, ensuring comprehensive and specialized care for his patients:

• Adult Cardiac Surgery
• Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
• Carotid Endarterectomy
• Beating Heart Surgery
• Surgical Management of Heart Failure
• Right Heart Support System
• Complicated Cardiac Ventricular Aneurysms and Ventricular Septal Rupture (VSR)
• Ventricular Remodeling Procedures
• Mitral Valve Repair and Valve Surgery
• Mid Cabs (Mini Thoracotomy CABG)
• Minimally Invasive Surgery - Heart Port Surgery
• Aortic Valve and Aortic Dissection Surgeries
• Surgical Management of Aortic Aneurysms
• Surgery for Pulmonary Endarterectomy
• Cardiomyoplasty for Dilated Cardiomyopathy
• Ventricular Assist Devices - Implantation and Management
• Septal Myomectomy for HCM
• Cardiac Transplantation

Dr. Kohli regularly conducts OPDs in Patna and Uttarakhand, and notably provides OPDs in Jammu for the underprivileged, demonstrating his dedication to accessible healthcare.

Your Journey to Heart Health with Divinheal

Choosing Dr. Vijay Kohli for your cardiac care means opting for a surgeon with a track record of excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient focus. At Divinheal, we ensure that accessing such elite medical care is seamless and stress-free. Our mission is to simplify global healthcare, providing you with end-to-end support and personalized, AI-driven solutions from initial consultation to recovery.

For inquiries or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Vijay Kohli, connect with Divinheal today. Experience the difference of dedicated support and world-class expertise.

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• **Phone:** +91 8824154341
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Professional Achievements & Affiliations

Memberships

• International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
• American Association of Thoracic Surgeons
• American Heart Association
• Asian Society of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Cardiological Society of India
• Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
• Vascular Society of India
• Electrophysiology Society of India

Awards & Recognition

• Cardiologist Society of India, Gold Medal for Best Scientific Publications (2001)
• Jammu Medical College, Distinguished Services award for starting the cardiac surgery programme and contribution to cardiovascular surgery in Jammu & Kashmir (2001)
• Norvic Hospital, Achievement Award for starting the cardiac surgery programme in Norvic Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal (2001)
• President of India, Distinguished Service Award in Cardiac Surgery (2002)
• Indian Medical Association, Award received for distinguished Services in the Medical Field (2023)

Pioneering Contributions & Clinical Focus

• First surgeon to perform coronary artery bypass in Jammu Medical College (2001)
• First surgeon to perform coronary artery bypass on a beating heart in Kathmandu, Nepal (2002)
• Conducted over 15,000 cardiac surgeries.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications in international and national medical journals.

Education & Training of Dr. Vijay Kohli

• MBBS - Government Medical College & Associated Hospital, Jammu and Kashmir (1980)
• MS - Government Medical College and Associated Hospital, Jammu and Kashmir (1985)
• M.Ch. - Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh (1990)
• Fellowship - St. Luke’s & Roosevelt Hospital Medical Centre, New York (1995)
• Fellowship - Indian Association of Cardio (FIACS) in Thoracic Surgeons (2003)