Dr. Praveen Kumar

MS (General Surgery), M.Ch
Medical Director & Senior Consultant – Cardiothoracic Surgery
Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bommasandra, Bangalore

About Dr. Praveen Kumar

Dr. Praveen Kumar is a highly respected and accomplished Cardiothoracic Surgeon with over 23 years of dedicated experience in cardiac care. He currently serves as the Head of Department and Senior Consultant in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bommasandra, and also practices as a Visiting Consultant at Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, HSR Layout, Bangalore.

A distinguished medical professional, Dr. Praveen Kumar completed his MBBS, followed by MS in General Surgery, and later earned his M.Ch (Cardiothoracic Surgery)—equipping him with deep expertise in advanced cardiac surgical procedures. His clinical practice focuses on Adult Cardiac Surgery, with a strong record of successful outcomes and compassionate patient care.

Professional Expertise

• Adult Cardiac Surgery
• Cardiothoracic & Vascular Procedures
• Complex Heart Surgeries
• Minimally Invasive and Advanced Surgical Techniques
• Leadership in Cardiac Care & Departmental Administration

Dr. Praveen is widely recognized for his surgical precision, patient-centric approach, and commitment to adopting cutting-edge technologies in cardiac treatment.

Career Journey & Positions Held

• Registrar — Government Hospital, Wenlock, Mangalore (1979–1983)
• Senior Registrar — Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore (1984–1987)
• Junior Consultant — Institute of Cardiac Vascular Disease, Madras
• Overseas Senior Registrar — Guy’s Hospital, London (1990–1994)
• Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery — Manipal Heart Foundation, Bangalore (1994–2001)
• Medical Director & Senior Consultant — Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Bangalore (2001–Present)

Through these roles, he has built an illustrious career marked by leadership, excellence in surgery, and continuous contribution to the advancement of cardiac sciences.

Professional Legacy

Over the course of more than two decades, Dr. Praveen Kumar has performed numerous life-saving cardiac procedures and mentored many young surgeons in the field. His expertise, humility, and commitment to service have earned him deep respect from colleagues, patients, and the medical community alike.

He remains a guiding force in elevating the standards of cardiac care in Bangalore and beyond.