Dr Karunakara Padhy, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon, Vizag

Current Work Location

Medicover Hospital, Door No: 1-1-83, New Venkojipalem MVP Sector 6, NH16, Near HP Petrol Bunk, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530022

Timings: Mon to Sat 10 AM - 4 PM

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Dr Karunakara Padhy is the Director - Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Medicover Hospitals in Vizag. He has more than 33 years of experience in performing surgeries related to the heart, lungs, chest, and blood vessels. He is widely recognized as one of the leading cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons in Vizag.

Over the years, Dr Padhy has performed over 15,000 surgeries, providing advanced surgical care focused on patient safety, careful planning, and steady recovery.

Expertise & Treatments

Procedures and Surgeries Performed

Coronary Angiography and Cardiac Catheterisation
Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Placement
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Minimally Invasive and Off-Pump Heart Surgery
Open Heart Surgery
Heart Valve Repair and Valve Replacement Surgery
Aortic and Pulmonary Valve Replacement
Pacemaker and Biventricular Device Implantation
Cardiac Ablation Procedures
Vascular Surgery and Thrombectomy
Thoracic and Chest Surgeries
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
Heart and Lung Transplant Evaluation and Surgical Support

As a best cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon in Vizag, Dr Karunakara Padhy provides specialized surgical care for conditions affecting the heart and thoracic organs. Each treatment plan is carefully designed based on the patient's condition, overall health, and recovery needs.

To help patients feel comfortable and informed, medical conditions and treatment options are explained in simple and clear language. This approach allows patients and families to better understand the care process and make informed decisions.

His expertise includes a wide range of procedures such as:

Heart bypass surgery (CABG)
Minimally invasive heart surgery (small-incision procedures)
Pediatric heart surgeries
Thoracic surgeries, including VATS (minimally invasive chest surgery)
Vascular surgeries involving blood vessels

He has performed 80 minimally invasive heart surgeries and 20 VATS procedures, helping reduce pain, hospital stay, and recovery time for suitable patients.

Advanced Expertise & Surgical Milestones

Performed the first heart transplant in Vizag in 2012 and the second in 2017
Conducted the first ECMO procedure in Andhra Pradesh in 2011 (ECMO is a life-support system for severe heart and lung conditions)

Successfully performed robotic-assisted mediastinal mass surgery in 2025
Received heart transplant training at Washington University, St. Louis, USA

Completed minimally invasive heart surgery training in Leipzig, Germany
Efforts are ongoing to introduce robotic heart surgery services for patients in the region.

Team-Based & Preventive Care

Dr Karunakara Padhy works with a skilled surgical team and uses modern medical technology at Medicover Hospitals, Vizag, to provide safe and reliable treatment. Along with surgery, importance is also given to preventive heart and lung care, helping patients identify health risks early and adopt healthier lifestyle habits.

Medicover Hospitals continues to be a trusted center for both routine consultations and complex cardiothoracic surgeries. Patients seeking expert care for heart, lung, or vascular conditions can book an appointment with Dr Karunakara Padhy at Medicover Hospitals, Vizag. He is available from Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm at Vizag.

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February 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

You can book an appointment with Dr Karunakara Padhy by calling 040-68334455 or directly visiting the Medicover Hospitals, Vizag reception.

Yes, Dr Karunakara Padhy specializes in treating a wide range of heart and thoracic organ related diseases, including both common and complex conditions.

Yes, Dr Karunakara Padhy provides expert second opinions for diagnoses and treatments related to heart and thoracic organ.

Yes, Dr Karunakara Padhy performs surgical treatment for congenital heart defects, addressing both simple and complex cardiac abnormalities. At Medicover Hospital, he uses advanced surgical techniques and a multidisciplinary approach to ensure safe and effective outcomes for patients.

Yes, Dr Karunakara Padhy is experienced in managing heart failure cases requiring surgical intervention. At Medicover Hospital, he evaluates each patient thoroughly and recommends appropriate surgical solutions to improve heart function and overall quality of life.

Yes, Dr Karunakara Padhy performs minimally invasive heart surgeries where clinically suitable. At Medicover Hospital, these advanced procedures help reduce surgical trauma, shorten recovery time, and improve patient comfort.