Dr. Joseph Xavier

Dr Joseph Xavier is a highly skilled cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon in Bangalore with 39 years of experience in adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, minimally invasive valve procedures, and complex coronary bypass grafting. He currently practises as a Senior Consultant – CTVS at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru.

With over 20,000 surgeries performed throughout his career, including complex cardiac operations on newborns and infants, Dr Joseph is widely regarded among the best cardiothoracic surgeons in Bangalore for his surgical precision and clinical leadership.

Patients requiring cardiac surgery, valve repair, coronary bypass, or heart failure management can consult Dr Joseph Xavier for structured evaluation and evidence-based surgical planning. He consults in English and Hindi.

Area of Expertise

Comprehensive cardiothoracic and vascular surgical care is delivered across adult and paediatric cardiac surgery, minimally invasive procedures, and heart failure management.

Adult Cardiac Surgery

Advanced open and minimally invasive surgical care is provided for complex heart conditions in adults.

• Minimal access multi-vessel coronary bypass grafting on a beating heart
• Minimal access valve repairs and replacements
• Ventricular restitution surgery
• Arrhythmia surgery
• Heart failure surgical management

Paediatric Cardiac Surgery

Expert surgical care is delivered for congenital and acquired heart conditions in children, including newborns and infants.

• Paediatric cardiac surgery
• Neonatal and infant cardiac procedures
• Congenital heart disease correction

Vascular and Thoracic Surgery

Specialised management is provided for complex vascular and thoracic conditions.

• Thoracic aneurysm surgery
• Endovascular stenting
• Thoraco-abdominal surgical procedures

Advanced Cardiac Technology and Support

Cutting-edge life support and device-based interventions are utilised for critically ill cardiac patients.

• Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) technology
• Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implantation (first survivor in Karnataka, 2002)
• Involvement in development and clinical testing of the TTK Chitra valve

Professional Experience

Dr Joseph Xavier is currently associated with:

• Senior Consultant – CTVS, Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru

He has previously served at:

• Consultant, Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore
• Consultant, Manipal Heart Institute

He also contributes to medical education as a teacher and mentor for paramedical and surgical courses at Rajiv Gandhi University and trainee supervision for the National Board of Cardiac Surgery.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Registration

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Bangalore University in 1987
• MS General Surgery from Kottayam Medical College in 1992
• MCh CTVS from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum in 1998

Specialised Training

• Training in limited-access surgery for valve replacement and repair in infants and adults in Leipzig, Germany

Key Achievements

• Over 20,000 surgeries performed, with special focus on paediatric cardiac surgery
• First to place a survivor on a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) in Karnataka (2002)
• Instrumental in the development and clinical testing of the TTK Chitra valve at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council – Registration No 26255 since 1987

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on coronary bypass surgery, heart valve repair, paediatric cardiac surgery, thoracic aneurysm, heart failure management, or ECMO support, Dr Joseph Xavier is available at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru. Book your appointment through HexaHealth for a seamless and priority consultation experience.