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Dr. S. Gunalan

Cardiothoracic And Heart & Lung Transplant Intensive Care Unit
• MBBS • MD (Anaesthesiology) • PDF (Cardiac Anaesthesia)
Experience: 17 Years
Languages: • English • Tamil • Hindi
Lung Transplant
3.5

Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC) - Chennai, India

• Advanced cardiac anaesthesia for open-heart and minimally invasive surgeries
• Perioperative management for heart and lung transplantation
• Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and mechanical circulatory support
• Anaesthesia for complex congenital cardiac surgeries
• Intensive care management for post-operative cardiac and thoracic patients
• Hemodynamic monitoring and critical care optimization
• Fast-track cardiac surgery protocols and pain management
• Advanced airway management and high-risk anaesthesia techniques

• Member
Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anaesthesiologists (IACTA)
• Member
Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA)
• Member
International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)

• Recognized for excellence in cardiac transplant anaesthesia and intensive care
• Contributor to protocols for ECMO-assisted surgeries and critical care management
• Presented research in national and international conferences on cardiac anaesthesia
• Active trainer for postgraduate students and cardiac critical care specialists

About Me

Dr. S. Gunalan is an expert in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and intensive care with over 17 years of experience managing complex heart surgeries and transplant cases. As a senior consultant at Dr. Rela Institute, he specializes in providing anaesthesia for high-risk cardiac and thoracic procedures, including heart and lung transplantation. His proficiency extends to advanced techniques such as ECMO, hemodynamic optimization, and perioperative critical care, ensuring superior outcomes for critically ill patients. Dr. Gunalan’s expertise encompasses pediatric and adult cardiac surgeries, combining precision and innovation in every aspect of care. He has been instrumental in implementing advanced ICU protocols and fast-track recovery methods that enhance patient safety and reduce recovery time. Actively involved in research and education, he contributes to developing best practices in cardiac anaesthesia and critical care, training the next generation of specialists. Renowned for his clinical excellence and patient-first approach, Dr. Gunalan continues to be a key pillar in cardiac transplant and critical care services at Rela Hospital.

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