Dr Akshay Kumar Singh is a skilled Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Yelahanka, known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and use of advanced surgical techniques. He has performed over 500 cardiac surgeries, including around 150 minimally invasive procedures, covering adult and paediatric cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries. Many patients seeking a trusted Heart Specialist in Bangalore consider Dr Akshay for both routine and complex heart procedures.
He is particularly experienced in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS), including CABG, valve replacements, and congenital defect closures. Dr Akshay completed his MBBS from King George Medical University, MS from Bangalore Medical College, and MCh from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research.
He has worked with reputed hospitals including Sri Jayadeva, Sagar Hospitals, Omni Hospital, and People Tree Hospitals, where he also led the department. Known for clear communication and ethical care, he remains committed to surgical excellence.
Expertise
- Adult cardiac surgeries
- Pediatric cardiac surgeries
- Thoracic surgeries, including VATS
- Vascular surgeries
- MICS (CABGs, MVR, AVR, ASD closure)
- Heart failure Surgery and Heart Transplantation
Training and Certifications:
- MBBS: King George Medical University, Lucknow
- M.S. (General Surgery): Bangalore Medical College
- MCh (CTVS): Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research
Awards and Recognition:
- Regional topper in ISE board exams (12th std)
Area of Interest:
- Adult cardiac surgery
- Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
- Heart failure surgery, including ECMO, ventricular-assist devices, and heart transplants
Publications and Research:
- Presented papers at national conferences like ASICON and IACTSCON
- Published international articles in indexed journals, including the Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery and the Journal of the Egyptian Society of Cardio-thoracic Surgery.
Membership:
- Member of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
- Member of the Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeons of Asia
Other Details:
- MBBS – King George Medical University, Lucknow
- MS (General Surgery) – Bangalore Medical College
- MCh (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery) – Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research
- Performed over 500 cardiac surgeries, including ~150 minimally invasive procedures
- Former Chief Cardiac Surgeon, Omni Hospital, Kurnool
- Former Head, Department of CTVS, People Tree Hospitalso Hospitals, Yeshwanthpur
