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    Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here

    Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here

    Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here

    Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

    Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

    Talks & Publications

  • Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore shows the way forward in tackling the rising burden of Heart Diseases among Indians on World Heart Day. Click Here
  • Two-month-old baby undergoes complex heart surgery- Dr. Devananda N.S., Consultant, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Docs urge heart patients to shed pandemic fear- Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road, Dr. Mukundan Sheshadri, Consultant - Cardio. Click Here
  • African woman suffering from rare vascular disease undergoes complex heart surgery - Dr. Devananda N S, HOD & Consultant - Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery, Manipal Hospitals, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • City hospital sees back-to-back heart transplants amid third wave- Dr. Devananda NS, Chairman, Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road. Click Here
  • Dr. Karthik Nagesh, Dr. Devanand N S, Dr. Lalchand H Bandagi on Emergency ECMO saves newborn I Bangalore Mirror. Click Here
  • Dr. Devananda N S on 5-year-old undergoes rare, complex heart surgery at Manipal | Healthcare Radius Click Here
  • Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road: Dr. Devananda N S on Airlifted from Goa with heart defect, 1-day-old gets new lease of life | The Times of IndiaClick Here
  • Overview

  • Dr. Devananda N S is a distinguished cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon currently serving as HOD & Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. With over 28 years of surgical experience, he has established himself as a leader in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and complex cardiovascular procedures. His expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, combined with exceptional clinical outcomes, has earned him recognition as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

  • Dr. Devananda N S completed his MBBS from Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai. He subsequently earned his M.Ch in Cardiothoracic Surgery from the prestigious Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. His strong academic foundation and decades of hands-on surgical experience have enabled him to successfully manage some of the most challenging cardiac and thoracic surgical cases.

  • At Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Dr. Devananda N S specialises in heart and lung transplantation, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complex valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery, congenital heart surgery, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, and advanced cardiothoracic procedures. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and over 7,000 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures, including highly complex surgeries in newborns, infants, elderly patients, and individuals with rare cardiac conditions. His expertise in managing high-risk cardiac surgeries and transplant procedures has made him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore and one of the most sought-after cardiothoracic surgeons in the region.

  • Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Devananda is actively involved in academic research, medical education, and professional leadership. He has authored numerous publications in national and international journals and regularly contributes to scientific discussions on advances in cardiothoracic surgery and transplantation. He is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Indian College of Cardiology, Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Society of India, and is a founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

  • Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, Dr. Devananda believes in providing compassionate, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based surgical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration. His commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and personalised treatment continues to make him one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for complex heart, lung, and vascular surgery.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Indian College of Cardiology.
  • Karnataka Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
  • Paediatric Cardiac Society of India.
  • Founding member of the World Society of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Field of Expertise

  • Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery
  • Aortic Surgery
  • Mitral Valve Reconstruction Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Complex Congenital Heart Surgery
  • Languages Spoken

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Rotary Centenary Award for Vocational Excellence.
  • Performed over 10000 Open Heart Surgeries.
  • Transported patient on ECMO by road for a distance of over 450kms.
  • Only surgeon to have performed the complex open heart surgery on a 29-week-old baby (weighing 900gms) and 90 Years Old man in India.
  • Has credit for successfully removing a PNET Tumour from the Heart.

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