Best Organ Transplant Surgeons in Chennai, India

• Dr K R Balakrishnan is a renowned and reputed Cardio-thoracic surgeon in Chennai.
• With a thriving experience of over 30 + years, he has been credited with India’s First LVAD and HVAD pump implant as destination therapy.
• Dr Balakrishnan has done his MBBS from JIPMER, MS (General Surgery) from the eminent AIIMS,Delhi . Following which he did his McH (Cardio thoracic Surgery) from KEM Hospital, University.
• He has been instrumental in starting India’s First Comprehensive Centre for Heart Failure Management at Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai.
• Dr Balakrishnan has got the opportunity to work with Sir Brian Barratt –Boyes, Green lane Hospital, New Zealand and Dr Albert Starr at Oregon Health Science University and St. Vincent Hospital, USA.
• Dr Balakrishnan is also actively engaged with various institutions to develop Pulsatile and continuous flow LVADs (Left Ventricular Assist Device) and molecular biology of ventricular hypertrophy.
• Dr Balakrishnan is first cardiologist in India to successfully perform HVAD implant surgery, and LVAD implant surgery as destination therapy.

Dr. Srikanth M is a highly regarded Haematologist with over 29 years of experience, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of haematological conditions. His expertise and commitment to patient care have made him a trusted resource for individuals seeking advanced treatment for blood disorders.

Why Choose Dr. Srikanth M?

• Extensive Clinical Experience: With over 29 years of experience, Dr. Srikanth M brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the diagnosis and management of complex haematological conditions.
• Specialised Expertise: He is a specialist in treating Lymphomas, Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Chronic Myelogenous Leukaemia (CML), and metal toxicity in the blood, offering targeted and effective treatment strategies.
• International Training & Credentials: Dr. Srikanth has done an MD from University College London and an MRCP (UK) from the Royal College of Physicians, London.
• Prestigious Fellowships & Memberships: He has earned a fellowship in Pathology from the Royal College of Pathologists, UK, coupled with memberships in prominent organisations such as the American Society of Haematology, Royal College of Pathologists and British Society of Haematology.

• Dr Sugi Subramaniam is Liver Transplant Surgeon and Gastroenterologist with 12+ years of experience.
• He has completed MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology, a post-doctoral fellowship, a Minimal Access Surgery (FMAS) fellowship, and a Fellowship from the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
• He has also achieved Postdoctoral Fellowship in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery.
• His areas of interest include deceased and Living donor liver transplants, Split Liver transplants, Minimal Invasive surgeries, pediatric liver transplants, etc.
• Dr Sugi was a part of the team that performed a successful Liver Transplant on a four-week-old baby.
• He has published over 20 medical papers in International and National Journals.

• Currently associated as Senior Consultant with Department of Kidney Transplant at Global Hospitals, Chennai
• Experienced in managing all types of kidney disorders and in the work up and complete management of patients undergoing kidney transplantation at several reputed centers
• Interests are General Nephrology and Hypertension, Kidney Transplantation, Critical Care Nephrology, Interventional Nephrology.
• Expertise in developing a diagnostic and interventional nephrology program that effectively deals with nephrology-related procedures in an effort to optimize the care of kidney patients, Transplant immunology and Preventive nephrology
• Member of various renowned organizations such as International Society of Nephrology, Indian Society of Nephrology, Southern Chapter, Association of Physicians of India, Association of Physicians of India, Chennai Chapter and Indian Medical Association.
• Organized various public health and awareness forums and has actively participated in CMEs organized within and outside the hospital.