Dr Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale
Director, Heart & Lung Transplant Program, Senior Consultant, Cardiothoracic & Minimal Access Surgeon Doctor AGK Gokhale (Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale) is a Sr.
Transplant Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills who did the 1st successful heart transplant, first successful lung transplant and 1st successful implantation of ventricular assist device in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. He has one of the largest experiences in minimally invasive heart surgery in India. So far he did 46 heart and lung transplants- 40 heart transplants including
Symptoms of in Young Adults |
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a life-threatening condition that can strike anyone, regardless of age or apparent . While often associated with the elderly, sudden cardiac arrest can also affect , catching them off guard and without warning...
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Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return ( )
(TAPVR) is a CardiovascularGeneticDisorder in which the veins carrying blood from the lungs don’t connect properly to the left atrium. Instead, they travel to the via an erroneous connection..
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Myocarditis Diagnosis and Treatment.
The term comes from the heart muscle named Myocardium. When a bacterial, fungal or viral infection in the muscle causes frequent inflammation in the muscle then it is called Myocarditis..
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in Hyderabad.
The illness named is quite dangerous and can be life-threatening if not treated at the right time. One might or might not have heard about it earlier and might not be sure as to what it truly is and what are the symptoms that can help a person know that they need to visit a doctor as soon as possible..
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Complications and Prognosis.
The consist of different sections which are referred to as lobes. While the right lung has three, the left lung has two lobes. is a surgery that is performed on cancer patients. It involves the removal of a lobe since it is a site of malignant cancerous tumors..
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What Causes and How is it Treated
On average, the heart of an individual beats around 60-100 times and in cases of Bradycardia it beats lower than 60 times per day. While a lower resting rate is considered beneficial for an individual, it is not exactly so, if the heart is failing to pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the parts of the body in cases of Bradycardia..
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Is Cholesterol A Primary Cause of |
has garnered a notorious reputation in the health community due to its strong connection with heart diseases and health complications. Despite its essential role in human nutrition, it is perceived to be a villain due to its adverse impact on heart and vascular health..
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Interstitial Lung Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) is a group of disorders that cause scarring of the lungs, leading to stiffness and difficulty in breathing. Protect your lungs with treatments like medication, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation.
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Dr. Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale
MS, MCh,DNB,SMP(IIM-C)
Director, Heart & Lung Transplantation.
Sr. Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Contact Number: 9603040506.
Enhanced External Counter Pulsation ( ) Treatment in Hyderabad.
(EECP) treatment is an advanced non-invasive procedure used as a treatment for Angina in patients with coronary artery diseases (CAD). Usually, in Hyderabad is recommended for patients with damaged heart tissues..
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Causes & Treatment |
Ever experienced a sudden burst of cough when you swallowed something – yes, the cough is because the food accidently went into the wrong pipe down the throat. And the cough is a reflex reaction to make things right..
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Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery in Hyderabad.
Did you know that is revolutionizing and procedures? With smaller incisions and advanced technology, patients experience quicker recovery times and less scarring.
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👨⚕️ Abnormal Heart Rhythm: Symptoms & Treatment Options – Part 2
is a condition where a human heart falls out its natural rhythm...
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👨⚕️Abnormal Heart Rhythm – Causes, Types & Treatment Options -Part-1
is a condition where the heartbeat occasionally falls out of rhythm...
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Combined Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery | Importance and Recovery Procedure
is one of the major and rare transplantation procedure where both deceased and are transplanted with the healthy ones of a recently deceased donor. This transplantation surgery is performed as a last resort when all the other treatments procedures..
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Do Women Suffer an Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease?
are the leading cause of death in women accounting for almost half of all deaths in women above age 50 (menopause). The relation between the menopause and the increased risk of cardiovascular diseases has been studied for a long time now and empirical evidence..
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’s Role in Heart Attack Prevention
When the heart vessels are clogged by fat, cholesterol, or plaque build-up, they tend to narrow down, reducing the blood supply to the heart. In rare cases, they narrow down to an extent where blood supply ceases and blocks the blood flow, leading to chest pain and, in extreme cases, a ...
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: Purpose, Procedure & Complications
Mediastinoscopy is a surgical procedure performed to examine the mediastinum, a central part of the chest crucial for diagnosing and staging certain diseases and conditions, particularly cancer...
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Blockage After Bypass Surgery
Experiencing blockage after bypass surgery? Stay informed about causes, symptoms, and solutions for smoother recovery. Get expert advice today!
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Dr. Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale
MS, MCh,DNB,SMP(IIM-C)
Director, Heart & Lung Transplantation.
Sr. Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Contact Number: 9603040506.
Cardiac Fibrosis Symptoms and Treatment
refers to a state where there is an overabundance of collagen in the heart muscle, resulting in the hardening of heart tissue and diminished operation. It is frequently observed in individuals suffering from , hypertension, and other related cardiovascular ailments...
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in Hyderabad.
The heart is the most important organ of our body. It pumps blood all the time and makes sure that it reaches every part of the body. Failure of the can lead to serious risks and can even lead to death..
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What Is (BPD) |
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia ( ) is a chronic lung disease that can cause long-term breathing problems in the new-born babies. This diseases negatively impact the development of increasing the risk of stunted lung growth and chronic breathing problems..
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Atelectasis vs. Pneumothorax Causes.
Atelectasis and Pneumothorax might sound quite similar in their definition but are different in many ways. Atelectasis refers to the partial collapse of the lung while pneumothorax refers to the complete collapse of lungs due to the presence of air in the cavity between them..
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( ) Procedure.
Our heart like any other muscle needs a steady supply of oxygen-rich blood which is delivered by coronary arteries. Certain heart conditions can lead to where the arteries narrow due to deposition of plaque. The narrow arteries struggle to send the oxygen-rich blood to the heart leading to chest pain and even heart attack..
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A minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure called (TAVR) can replace your heart’s aortic valve. Developed initially as a surgical option for high-risk patients who were too ill to undergo surgery, this treatment is nowadays being used more frequently for patients with low risk as well..
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What is or | .
As threatening as it sounds, a collapsed lung is a serious condition that causes breathless, chest and even death when not treated by a . Though it usually happens due to penetrative or previous lung conditions, it can happen to anyone and this makes it a serious threat to anyone..
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Causes and Treatment.
Our at once has to pump the impure blood to the lungs and pure blood to the rest of the body parts. An amazingly simple mechanism makes this happen with the help of valves..
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Causes Symptoms and Diagnosis..
and respiratory infections are some of the most common medical conditions in India. If you are experiencing , you should get checked for Bronchiectasis by a lung specialist in India.
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Robotic-assisted Coronary Artery Bypass is a popular surgical procedure that helps fix heart problems by granting access to tiny spaces that are beyond human reach.
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Contact:
Dr. Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale
MS, MCh,DNB,SMP(IIM-C)
Director, Heart & Lung Transplantation.
Sr. Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Contact Number: 9603040506.
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Dr Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale - Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Dr.Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale has the distinction of performing India’s 1st heart-kidney combined transplant and performing heart transplant for a 69 year old person (oldest man to undergo heart transplant in India). He is the 1st heart surgeon in India who did heart and lung transplantations successfully. Dr. Gokhale did the 1st successful heart transplant, 1st successful lung transplant and 1st successful implantation of ventricular assist device as bridge to recovery of heart in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. So far he did 36 heart transplants and 4 lung transplants and more than 15,000 open heart surgeries - adult as well as pediatric with a success rate of 98.4%.
Dr.Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale has pioneered the art of Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery for those needing multiple bypass grafts (key hole bypass surgery), valve replacements and closure of holes in the heart. He conducted many live workshops and trained heart surgeons in India and abroad in minimally invasive heart surgery. Dr.Gokhale ranks among the best in the world in his competence, expertise and experience.
In Hyderabad, now he is Director, Heart and Lung Transplantation Program, Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic and Minimal Access Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee hills, Hyderabad. Before that he worked at Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad (2012-2015), Global Hospitals (2003-2012), Medicity Hospitals (1996-2003) and NIMS (1990-92). Conducting research on the role of injecting stem cells into the heart, he also embraces global standards of technology. He is on a mission to provide quality services to patients.
Dr.Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale obtained his MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from Guntur Medical College, India (1976–1985). He was trained in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery at Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore, South India, and obtained M.Ch and DNB degrees in that specialty in 1990. As an under-graduate and post-graduate student, he received many awards for academic excellence. He presented many papers at national conferences and published articles in international journals. After his training at CMC, Vellore, he worked as Assistant Professor in the division of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad, till 1992.
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