Dr. Ritwick Bhuyan

Meet Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is a very famous and trusted doctor who saves lives by fixing hearts. He is one of the best heart surgeons in India today. For many people, the heart is the most important part of the body. When the heart gets sick, families feel very worried. Dr. Bhuyan is a doctor who gives these families hope and a new start in life.

Currently, he is the Director of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in Okhla, New Delhi. This hospital is known all over the world for its excellent heart care. Dr. Bhuyan leads the unit that focuses on the most modern ways to do heart surgery, such as using robots and making very small cuts.

Dr. Bhuyan has more than 27 years of experience. During this time, he has been involved in nearly 15,000 heart operations. Out of these, he has performed more than 7,000 surgeries independently. He is a master of his craft. Whether it is a simple procedure or a very complex transplant, he handles every case with great care and precision.

He is not just a skilled surgeon but also a very kind person. He understands that heart surgery can be scary for the patient. He talks to his patients in simple words and answers all their questions. He believes that every patient deserves the best care using the latest technology.

Education and Training

Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan studied at the best medical colleges to become a top heart expert. He first completed his MBBS at Guwahati Medical College in Assam. After that, he studied more to become a surgeon, earning his MS in General Surgery from Assam Medical College.

To reach the highest level of heart surgery, he went to the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute (SCTIMST) in Trivandrum. This is one of the most famous institutes in India for heart and brain studies. He earned his M.Ch degree there, which is the highest degree for a heart surgeon.

Dr. Bhuyan also wanted to learn the newest ways to fix hearts from around the world. He traveled to Australia, where he worked at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. There, he learned how to do surgery using very small cuts. He also went to the United Kingdom, where he trained at the University of South Manchester in heart transplants and artificial hearts. This global training helps him bring the best medical secrets to his patients in India.

A Leader in Robotic Heart Surgery

In the past, heart surgery always meant making a very big cut on the chest. This often left a large scar and took a long time to heal. Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is a pioneer in Robotic Heart Surgery, which is the most modern way to fix the heart.

In robotic surgery, the doctor uses a high-tech robotic system to help. The robot has tiny "hands" that move much more precisely than human fingers. The doctor controls the robot using a computer.

The benefits of this modern surgery are:

• The cuts on the body are very small (often less than an inch).
• There is much less pain after the surgery.
• The patient loses very little blood.
• The patient can go home from the hospital much faster.

Dr. Bhuyan has performed many robotic procedures and is now a teacher who trains younger surgeons on how to use this amazing technology.

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)

Dr. Bhuyan is a leading authority in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS). He has performed more than 1,000 of these procedures. Instead of opening the whole chest, he performs the surgery through small openings between the ribs.

He uses this "keyhole" method for:

• Bypass surgery (MICS CABG).
• Fixing heart valves.
• Closing holes in the heart (like ASD or VSD).

Because the cuts are small, the patient recovers very quickly. Most of his patients are back to their normal life much sooner than with old-style surgery.

Expertise in Beating Heart Bypass (CABG)

Bypass surgery is used when the blood tubes of the heart are blocked. Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is an expert in Beating Heart CABG.

In some hospitals, the heart is stopped during surgery, and a machine breathes for the patient. But in "Beating Heart" surgery, Dr. Bhuyan operates while the heart is still pumping.

• This is much safer for the patient’s body.
• It reduces the risk of problems after the surgery.

• It is very helpful for elderly patients or those with other health issues like kidney problems.

He also performs Redo Cardiac Surgery. This is for patients who had a heart operation many years ago and now need a second one. These cases are very difficult, but Dr. Bhuyan has the skill to handle them safely.

Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist

When the heart becomes very weak and medicine does not work, it is called heart failure. Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan offers the most advanced solutions for this serious condition.

He is an expert in:

• Heart Transplantation: Replacing a sick heart with a healthy donor heart.
• LVAD (Artificial Heart): Implantation of a mechanical pump called an LVAD (like the HeartMate 2). This pump helps the weak heart pump blood to the rest of the body.
• Hybrid Procedures: Using different methods together to fix complex heart problems.

His training in the UK has made him one of the few surgeons in India who can provide these life-saving "artificial heart" options.

Valve Repair and Replacement

The heart has small "doors" called valves that control blood flow. If they get stuck or leak, the heart has to work too hard. Dr. Bhuyan is highly skilled in fixing these valves.

• Valve Repair: He prefers to fix the patient's own valve whenever possible. This is better for the patient in the long run.
• Valve Replacement: If the valve cannot be fixed, he replaces it with a new, high-quality valve.
• TAVR: He also performs TAVR, which is a way to replace a valve without doing open-heart surgery. It is done through a tiny tube in the leg.

Aortic Aneurysm Surgery

The aorta is the largest blood tube in the body. Sometimes, it develops a bulge or a tear, which can be very dangerous. Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is an expert in Aortic Surgery. He fixes these bulges to prevent them from bursting. He uses both open surgery and modern "endovascular" methods to make sure the blood flows safely through the body.

A Teacher and Mentor

Dr. Bhuyan does not just operate; he also teaches. He believes that sharing knowledge is the best way to help more people. He is a senior teacher and trainer for junior surgeons in India. He teaches them how to do robotic surgery and minimally invasive procedures. By training others, he is helping to build the future of heart care in India.

Experience Across Boundaries

Dr. Bhuyan has worked at some of the most famous hospitals in the world.

• In India: He has worked at Max Hospital (Saket), Apollo Hospital (Delhi), and Sree Chitra Tirunal (Trivandrum).
• In Australia: He worked at Royal Adelaide, Calvary Wakefield, and Ashford Hospitals.
• In the UK: He trained in Manchester on the latest heart transplant methods.

This wide experience means he knows how to handle even the rarest and most difficult heart problems. He brings the best ideas from all these countries to his clinic in Delhi.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

Patients from all over India and other countries come to see Dr. Bhuyan. Here is why they trust him:

1. Huge Experience: 27 years and 15,000 cases mean he has seen almost everything.
2. Modern Tools: He uses robots and small cuts, which means less pain for the patient.
3. Transplant Expert: He is one of the few who can provide artificial heart solutions.
4. World-Class Training: He is trained in India, Australia, and the UK.
5. Trusted Hospital: He works at Fortis Escorts, one of the best heart hospitals in the world.

Book a Visit with Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

If you or a loved one is facing heart problems, do not lose hope. Modern science can fix most heart issues if they are treated by the right expert. Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan has spent his life learning how to fix hearts using the safest and most advanced ways.

You can consult him for:

• Bypass surgery with small cuts.
• Robotic heart surgery.
• Heart valve problems.
• Heart failure and transplant questions.
• Second opinions on complex heart surgeries.

Take the right step for your heart today. Book an appointment with Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan at Fortis Escorts, Delhi. Put your heart in the safest hands in India!