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Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra Vice Chairman & Head - Cardiac Surgery (CTVS)

Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (CTVS)
Max Hospital, Saket, Delhi, India
32 years of experience
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About Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra

  • Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is a highly respected and experienced cardiac surgeon with over 32 years of practice in the field of heart surgery. His extensive experience makes him one of the most trusted names in cardiac care in Delhi, India.
  • Currently he serves as the Vice Chairman & Head of the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) Department at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, where he leads a team of skilled surgeons dedicated to providing advanced heart care.
  • Dr. Malhotra has received specialised training in some of the world’s leading medical institutions, such as the University Hospital in Uppsala, Sweden and the Ohio State University in the USA, where he trained in advanced heart surgery techniques and robotic surgery.
  • He is widely regarded as one of the best cardiac surgeons in Delhi, India, due to his exceptional skills in handling complex heart conditions and performing critical heart surgeries with precision and care.
  • His expertise includes a wide range of heart surgeries, including heart transplants, heart failure surgery, and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), which are essential procedures for patients suffering from severe heart diseases.
  • Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is highly skilled in minimally invasive cardiac surgeries, which involve smaller incisions, resulting in faster recovery times and less pain for patients. These procedures include minimally invasive valve repairs and replacements and advanced coronary artery bypass surgeries (CABG).
  • Pioneer in robotic cardiac surgery, this advanced technology allows Dr. Malhotra’s to perform heart surgeries with greater accuracy and minimal disruption to surrounding tissues, reducing recovery time for patients.
  • He is also specialises in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), a minimally invasive procedure to treat aortic valve disease. He is skilled in treating congenital heart defects in patients of all ages, offering life-saving solutions to complex conditions.
  • Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is a proud member of numerous prestigious medical organisations, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and the European Association for Cardio Thoracic Surgery (EACTS). His involvement in these organisations reflects his commitment to staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in cardiac care.
  • Patients trust Dr. Malhotra not only for his exceptional technical skills but also for his compassionate and patient-centered care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, you can easily contact our patient care team at +91-9354982727. He is here to offer world-class care and help you take control of your heart health.

Education and Training

  • MBBS – King Georges Medical College, Lucknow University, 1987.
  • MS – General Surgery – King George Dental College, Lucknow, 1990.
  • MCh – Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery – L.P.S Institute of Cardiology, G.S.V.M Medical College, Kanpur, 1992.
  • Fellowship in cardiac surgery from department of thoracic & cardiovascular surgery, University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden.
  • Training in Da Vinci Robotic Cardiac Surgery, Invasive Surgery Center, Ohio State University, USA.
  • Myocore Institute valve repair – Beating Heart Training at Myocore Institute at Minneapolis, USA

Awards & Achievements

Dr. J. J Sood Oration Award – 2013.

Area of Expertise

  • Heart Failure Surgery
  • Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation-ECMO
  • Left Ventricular Assist Device-LVAD
  • Heart Transplant
  • Robotic Cardiac Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery I.E.
  • Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Mitral Valve Replacement & Repairs
  • Aortic Valve Replacement & Repairs
  • Atrial Septal Defects (ASD Surgery)

Work Experience

  • Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra is currently working at Max Healthcare.
  • Almost 30 years of experience in Cardiac Surgery.
  • Worked as Director – Cardiac Surgery, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon, 2009-2012.
  • Worked as Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery, Escorts Heart Institute & Research Centre, Delhi.
  • Worked as Chief Consultant, Cardiac Surgery, Durdons Heart Surgical Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Professional Memberships

  • Indian Association Of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS).
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
  • Indian College of Cardiology (ICC).
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA).
  • Member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
  • Member of the International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (ISMICS).
  • Member of Indian Association of Surgeons India.
  • Member of the Indian College of Cardiology.

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