Dr. Nagireddi Nageswara Rao

Dr. Nagireddi Nageswara Rao is a distinguished Cardiac Surgeon with over 39 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 11,000 successful cardiac surgeries, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Rao?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 39+ years and over 11,000 successful cardiac cases, Dr. Rao has a proven track record in treating a wide spectrum of cardiac conditions, including off-pump and on-pump coronary artery bypass grafts, valve surgeries, congenital heart repairs, and complex aortic surgeries. He has also performed over 500 closed heart surgeries, 350 lung surgeries, and 400 vascular surgeries.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for pioneering advanced techniques, including over 10 live demonstrations of off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) procedures. His expertise extends to heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices (LVAD), ECMO & Centrimag, thoracic surgery & VATS, and vascular surgery.
• Pioneer in Heart & Kidney Transplant: Dr. Rao was part of the team that performed the first heart transplant in Andhra Pradesh (2004) and the first combined heart and kidney transplant in the country (2005), enabling advanced life-saving procedures for complex cases.
• Leader in Advanced Heart Failure Care: He was the first surgeon in Telangana to implant the HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) in 2016, showcasing unparalleled expertise in cutting-edge treatments for advanced heart failure.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Rao has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the "Rising Star Award" by the Times Group (2016) and the “Vaidya Siromani” title (2006), for his contributions to the field.