Dr. Atanu Saha

Dr Atanu Saha is a Senior Consultant Cardiac Thoracic Surgeon at the Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences (RTIICS), Kolkata, one of India's most respected centres for heart care.

With 31 years of experience in adult cardiac surgery, he is a trusted name for patients seeking a specialist in complex aortic surgery, coronary artery disease, and high-risk cardiac conditions.

His rare combination of Indian postgraduate training and fellowship experience at two leading American institutions makes him one of the most qualified cardiac surgeons for adult cardiac surgery in Kolkata.

Qualifications and Credentials

Dr Atanu Saha holds the following degrees and certifications:

• MBBS from University of Calcutta in 1995
• MS in General SurgeryUniversity of Calcutta in 1999
• FRCS from Edinburgh, UK
• DNB in CTVS Surgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
• Fellowship in Adult Cardiac Surgery from Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA

International Training

• Former Junior Attending Cardiac Surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, USA
• Former Fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA

About Dr Atanu Saha

Dr Atanu Saha practises at Narayana Health, Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata. His training at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston and Lenox Hill Hospital, New York gave him direct, hands-on exposure to some of the most complex cardiac cases in the world.

He has independently performed a wide range of intricate cardiac procedures and brings that international expertise to patients in Kolkata.

Specialisations and Surgical Expertise

Complex Aortic Surgery

Dr Atanu Saha has developed a focused specialisation in aortic conditions, performing procedures including:

• Aortic Dissection Repair
• Bentall Procedure (replacement of the aortic root and valve)
• Frozen Elephant Trunk Repair (for extensive thoracic aortic disease)
• Aortic Aneurysm Surgery

These are among the most technically demanding operations in cardiac surgery, and Dr. Saha's proficiency in this domain reflects his advanced international training.

Adult High-Risk Cardiac Surgery

Dr Saha manages all categories of high-risk adult cardiac surgery.

His clinical scope includes:

• CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) for coronary artery disease
• Valve Replacement Surgery for valvular heart disease
• Surgical Pulmonary Embolectomy
• Adult cardiac surgery across a broad range of presentations

Hospital and Practice Location

Narayana Health, Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences (RTIICS), Kolkata, West Bengal, India. RTIICS is one of India's leading dedicated cardiac hospitals and offers advanced infrastructure for cardiac surgery, critical care, and cardiac rehabilitation.

Book an Appointment with Dr. Atanu Saha

To consult with Dr Atanu Saha for adult cardiac surgery in Kolkata, you can book a priority appointment through Hexa Health. Hexa Health helps you schedule your consultation, check availability, and get guidance on the right treatment pathway before your visit.

For patients dealing with complex aortic conditions, high-risk cardiac surgery, or valvular heart disease, an early consultation is recommended.