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Specialty : Cardiac Surgery
City : Kolkata
Hospital : Manipal Hospital Kolkata
Degree(s) : MBBS | DNB | FRCS(Edinburgh) | FRCS(Glasgow)
Other Degree(s) : Dr. Sarkar has held the position of President ? Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS) in his career. He is a member of major international cardiothoracic societies including the European Association for Cardio?Thoracic Surgery (EACTS). Besides his clinical work, Dr. Sarkar is active in public health initiatives and social foundations: he is Chairman of the Kolkata Heart Foundation, President of the Kolkata Sukriti Foundation, and Managing Trustee of the Calcutta Debating Circle. He is also involved in training and mentoring younger cardiac surgeons, sharing his expertise in high-volume bypass surgery and advanced techniques.
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Brief Profile :
Dr Kunal Sarkar is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon based in Kolkata, India, with a remarkable career spanning over three decades. He currently holds the position of Director and Senior Consultant — Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Manipal Hospitals – EM Bypass, Kolkata. His practice covers complex cardiac surgeries including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive techniques, redo surgeries, valve replacements, aortic procedures, and advanced heart-support systems.
Dr Sarkar’s foundational medical training began with an MBBS, followed by advanced surgical training including fellowships with the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (FRCS Edinburgh & Glasgow).
He gained further international exposure through surgical training in the UK, serving roles such as Registrar at Liverpool and Senior Registrar at St Mary’s, London.
Throughout his career, Dr Sarkar has developed deep expertise in multiple advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery domains:
Off-pump and total arterial coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) — he has performed tens of thousands of cardiac surgeries in his career, including over 32,000 CABGs, reflecting very high procedural volume.
Redo-heart surgeries (repeat CABG, valve redo)
Aortic surgery, including aneurysm and dissection repair
Valve repair and replacement (mitral, aortic, tricuspid)
Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) — aimed at reducing surgical trauma and improving recovery
Adult congenital heart defect surgery
Ventricular assist devices (VAD) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for advanced heart-failure management
His approach emphasises cutting-edge surgical techniques, patient safety, high success rates and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Dr Sarkar has also taken on significant leadership, teaching and research roles:
He has authored and co-authored at least 14 peer-reviewed publications, topics ranging from ischemic mitral regurgitation to “Heart Team” models in cardiac care.
He has served as President of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS) and holds membership in major international cardiothoracic societies.
His website and profiles reflect his commitment to mentoring younger surgeons, participating in conferences, and advancing minimally invasive and redo cardiac surgery techniques.
One of the most high-volume cardiac surgeons in India with decades of experience and thousands of CABG surgeries performed.
Early adopter and advocate of off-pump CABG (> 90 % cases in some cohorts) and total arterial grafting for improved longevity of bypass surgeries.
Published research addressing pertinent issues in modern cardiac surgery—such as ischemic mitral regurgitation management, heart-team strategies, and randomized trials in cardiac surgery.
Recognised as a leader in cardiothoracic surgery in Kolkata, coordinating complex redo cases, high-risk aortic surgeries and integrating newer technologies in surgical practice.