Dr. Thangaraj Paul Ramesh has been a pivotal figure in advancing cardiothoracic surgery in India. He has pioneered several complex transplant procedures, including India’s first bridge-to-transplant LVAD and one of the world’s few triple organ transplants (heart-lung-kidney). Known for his precision and innovation, he consistently delivers excellent outcomes in high-risk cardiac and thoracic surgeries. Patients value his clear communication, empathy, and commitment to long-term recovery.

‍Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Madras Medical College, Chennai
• FRCS (General Surgery) – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• FRCS (Cardiothoracic Surgery) – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
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Professional Experience:

• Serving as Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals since February 2002.

Notable Achievements:

• Performed the highest number of heart and lung transplants in India
• Achieved the highest number of double lung transplants in India
• Conducted India’s first successful bridge-to-transplant LVAD procedure
• Performed a successful heart and lung transplant in a 67-year-old – the oldest in India and second oldest globally
• Carried out the world’s second successful double lung transplant in a patient with Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome
• Executed the world’s second heart, lung, and kidney transplant
• Recognised for delivering the best success rates in heart transplants in India