Dr Ravishankar Shetty is a distinguished name in cardiothoracic and transplant surgery. He has performed 10,000+ successful cardiac surgeries, earning him the title of the “best heart surgeon in Bangalore.” Most locals remember Dr Shetty as the cardiothoracic surgeon who performed Karnataka’s first paediatric cardiac transplant. .

Dr Shetty completed his Master of Surgery (MS) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. After earning the top rank in MS, he pursued advanced training with an MCh in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiac Sciences and an MBA in Hospital Management from BITS Pilani.

Over his two-decade career, Dr Shetty has been honoured with many accolades, starting with a special mention from Kerala’s Chief Minister for his contribution to Thoracic Organ Transplants in 2016. Followed by the Chairman’s Award in 2017 and a certificate of appreciation for exemplary services towards the Heart Transplant Program.

Having worked with renowned institutions like Narayana Hrudayalaya and Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Sciences, Dr Shetty has pioneered innovative techniques such as minimally invasive cardiac surgeries and organ transplants, cementing his reputation as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore.

• Recognised for contributions to Thoracic Organ Transplants in India by the Chief Minister of Kerala (2016)
• Chairman’s Award (2017)
• Certificate of appreciation for exemplary services toward the Heart Transplant Program
• Secured 1st rank in Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences for MS
• MCh in Cardiothoracic Surgery from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiac Sciences
• MBA in Hospital Management from BITS Pilani