Dr. Naresh Trehan
Cardiac Surgeon
Chairman & Managing Director, Medanta – The Medicity
- Experience 56+ years
- Location Gurgaon
About
Dr. Naresh Trehan is one of India’s most reputed and renowned Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeons. He is the founder of Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon. He has more than 56 years of experience in his career in cardiac surgery, has performed more than 48,000 successful cardiac surgeries, and has expertise in advanced heart surgery. He continues to play an important role in advancing cardiac care in India.
Previous position: Director, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi.
Areas of Specialisation
Dr. Trehan specialises in the surgical treatment of heart and chest-related conditions, including:
- Heart conditions requiring surgery
- Cardiovascular conditions
- Conditions requiring minimally invasive heart surgery
- Conditions requiring heart transplant
Awards and Achievements
- Padma Shri (1991)
- Padma Bhushan (2001)
- Dr. B. C. Roy National Award (2005)
- Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award
- Lifetime Achievement Award (2002)
- FRACS (Hon) (2002)
- AMA Physician’s Recognition Award
- Rotary Ratna Award (1996)
- Rajiv Gandhi National Unity Award (1995)
- India International Gold Award (1995)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Naresh Trehan?
Dr. Naresh Trehan is a renowned Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeon in India, with more than 56 years of experience in heart surgery.
How many cardiac surgeries has he performed?
More than 48,000 successful cardiac surgeries over the course of his career.
What is his role at Medanta?
He is the Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta – The Medicity in Gurgaon, and the founder of the hospital.
What are his main areas of expertise?
Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery and Heart Transplant.
Qualifications
- MBBS — King George's Medical University, Lucknow
- Diploma — American Board of Surgery, USA
- Fellowship — Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (2002)
Key Procedures
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
- Heart Transplant
Practises At
Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
Gurgaon • Super-specialty
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