35+ years of expertise

Dr. Devananda N S

Head of Department (HOD) & Consultant โ€“ Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery

MCh (Cardio Thoracic), MS (General Surgery), MBBS    |Manipal Hospital Kodihalli Bangalore

About Dr. Devananda N S

Dr. Devananda N.S, a distinguished Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, boasts over 31 years of expertise. Renowned for his compassionate approach, he has performed over 7000 Pediatric and Adult Surgeries, demonstrating remarkable skill in intricate procedures. Dr. Devananda's proficiency spans from Aortic Aneurysm Surgery to Complex Valve Surgery and Repair, catering to patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. His accolades include the Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence, reflecting his dedication to patient care. With 12 publications in esteemed journals and affiliations with prestigious medical societies, Dr. Devananda remains a revered figure in cardiovascular surgery, known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to improving patients' lives.ย 

Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery : Replaces both the diseased heart and lungs with healthy donor organs for patients with end-stage heart and lung failure when other treatments fail. It's a complex, life-saving procedure.

Aortic Surgery : Repairs or replaces weakened or damaged sections of the aorta, the major artery leaving the heart. This addresses conditions like aortic aneurysms and dissections to prevent complications like life-threatening bleeding.

Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery : Restores the function of a malfunctioning mitral valve, which controls blood flow between chambers in the left side of the heart. This can improve heart function and reduce symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) : Creates bypass grafts using healthy blood vessels from elsewhere in the body to detour blockages in coronary arteries. This improves blood flow to the heart muscle, alleviating chest pain and reducing the risk of heart attack.

Complex Congenital Heart Surgery : Corrects birth defects affecting the heart and major blood vessels in children and adults. These procedures can address various structural abnormalities to improve heart function and overall health.

Carotid artery surgery : Treats narrowed carotid arteries in the neck to prevent stroke.

Varicose vein surgery : Removes or repairs varicose veins, twisted and enlarged veins in the legs that can cause pain, swelling, and other complications.

Bypass surgery : Creates bypass grafts to reroute blood flow around blocked arteries in the legs or feet.

Angioplasty and stenting : Opens narrowed leg arteries using a balloon and stent to improve blood flow.

Education

  • MBBS, Karnataka Medical College, Hubli
  • MS (General Surgery), Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai
  • MCh (Cardio Thoracic Surgery) from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology,Trivandrum

Experience

  • MBBS, Karnataka Medical College, Hubli
  • MS (General Surgery), Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai
  • MCh (Cardio Thoracic), Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology, Trivandrum

Awards

  • The credit of successfully removing a PNET tumor from the heart - 2008
  • Performed over 7,000 successful Paediatrics and Adult Surgeries.
  • Has reputation of successfully performing many advanced and complex surgeries varying from a 1 day old infant and a infant weighing just 900gms to a 90 year old patient in India.
  • The credit of successfully removing a PNET tumor from the heart for the first goes to him (2008).
  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational excellence
  • Distinction of being the First Visiting Consultant Cardiac Surgeon to Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, Bangalore a state owned 540 bedded exclusive cardiac facility from October 2006 by invitation of Govt of Karnataka.
  • Published 12 papers in national and international journals

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Frequently Asked Question

Dr. Devananda N S practices as a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road, Bangalore.

Patients frequently visit Dr. Devananda N.S for Cardiac Ablation, Cardioversion, Carotid Angioplasty And Stenting. 

Dr. Devananda N.S has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Cardio Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Devananda N S performs complex cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries including heart transplants, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, beating heart CABG, aortic aneurysm repair, complex valve surgeries, and neonatal/pediatric cardiac surgery.

Yes. Dr. Devananda has successfully performed surgeries on a wide range of patients, from infants as young as a few days old to elderly adults, demonstrating expertise in both pediatric and adult cardiac surgery.