When facing a severe cardiovascular condition, selecting the right surgical approach is the most critical decision for your long term health and recovery. For decades, treating complex heart disease meant relying on traditional open heart surgery. This conventional method requires a large incision and the complete division of the breastbone, leading to a lengthy, painful, and restrictive healing process.
Today, medical innovation offers a vastly superior path. Robotic Cardiac Surgery in punjab has revolutionized cardiovascular care by providing a highly precise, minimally invasive alternative. Led by Dr. Ishant Singla at Livasa Hospital in Mohali, patients across Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh now have direct access to the most advanced heart treatments available globally. By combining cutting edge robotic technology with a philosophy of treating every patient like family, our team delivers life saving treatments without the need to open your chest.
Unmatched Surgical Expertise: Meet Dr. Ishant Singla
Your heart deserves the highest level of surgical mastery. Dr. Ishant Singla (MBBS, MS, MCh) is a highly respected pioneer in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) and currently serves as the Head of CTVS (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery) at Livasa Hospital.
After completing rigorous, specialized fellowships in Minimal Invasive and Robotic Cardiac programs at Apollo Bangalore under the direct mentorship of the world renowned surgeon Dr. Sathyaki Nambala, Dr. Singla returned to North India with a profound mission. His goal is to bring the absolute latest global medical technology combined with compassionate family care to every heart in the region.
His clinical journey is defined by groundbreaking achievements and a legacy of medical “Firsts” that set the standard for cardiac care:
- Pioneering Asian Milestones: Dr. Singla was a vital part of the specialized surgical teams that successfully performed Asia’s first totally robotic double vessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) and India’s first totally robotic Aortic Valve Replacement.
- North India Leadership: He is proud to have performed the very first Minimally Invasive Direct Coronary Artery Bypass (MIDCAB) Triple Vessel surgery in Upper North India.
- Advanced Valve Innovations: Dr. Singla successfully executed the region’s first MICS Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) utilizing the state of the art Edwards Inspiris Reslia Valve.
- Proven High Volume Experience: With over 2000 minimally invasive surgeries performed and more than 2500 patients treated with the utmost care, his track record speaks directly to his precision, safety, and dedication.
What is Robotic Cardiac Surgery?
Robotic heart surgery represents the absolute pinnacle of modern cardiovascular intervention. Unlike traditional sternotomy procedures where the chest cavity is widely opened, this advanced technique allows the surgeon to operate through tiny, two inch keyhole incisions made discreetly between the ribs.
The procedure utilizes a highly sophisticated robotic surgical console. It is crucial to understand that the robotic system never makes decisions or performs the surgery independently. Instead, it is a highly responsive extension of Dr. Singla’s own hands. Sitting at a high definition console in the operating room, Dr. Singla views a magnified 3D image of the patient’s heart. He then uses master controls to manipulate miniaturized surgical instruments attached to robotic arms.
This advanced computer assisted technology filters out any natural human hand tremors and scales the surgeon’s movements, allowing for unparalleled pinpoint accuracy and dexterity in the very confined space of the chest cavity.
Comprehensive Heart Conditions Treated with Keyhole Precision
The versatility of robotic and minimally invasive technology allows our team to address a wide spectrum of complex structural and vascular heart diseases. Dr. Singla routinely utilizes these advanced techniques for the following critical procedures:
- Robotic Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): For patients suffering from severe coronary artery blockages, robotic technology allows the surgeon to bypass blocked vessels and restore healthy blood flow without splitting the sternum. We also specialize in Beating Heart Surgery, meaning the bypass can often be performed without stopping the heart.
- Keyhole Valve Repair and Replacement: The mitral and aortic valves are located deep inside the heart. Robotic 3D visualization makes it the ultimate gold standard for intricate Mitral Valve Repair and Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure: Commonly known as a hole in the heart, an ASD can be seamlessly repaired using robotic instruments, resulting in excellent clinical outcomes and a barely visible scar.
- Complex Redo Cardiac Surgery: For patients requiring a second heart surgery, a minimally invasive approach significantly reduces the severe risks associated with reopening the chest bone.
Traditional Open Heart Surgery vs. Robotic Keyhole Surgery
Understanding your treatment options empowers you to make the best choice for your cardiovascular health. The comparison table below highlights the dramatic differences between conventional methods and Dr. Singla’s advanced robotic approach.
| Surgical Feature | Traditional Open Heart Surgery | Robotic Keyhole Surgery (MICS) |
| Incision Size | 20 to 25 centimeters down the chest center | 2 to 3 inches between the ribs |
| Chest Bone Status | Completely cut open (Sternotomy) | Remains entirely intact |
| Hospital Recovery | 10 to 14 days inpatient care | 3 to 5 days inpatient care |
| Return to Normal Life | 2 to 3 months of restricted activity | 7 to 10 days |
| Post Operative Pain | Severe discomfort requiring heavy medication | Minimal discomfort |
| Infection Risk | Higher risk of deep bone infections | Dramatically lower infection risk |
| Cosmetic Outcome | Large visible central scar | Tiny barely noticeable mark |
The Life Changing Benefits of Robotic Heart Procedures
Choosing robotic cardiac surgery at Livasa Hospital translates into immediate and long lasting benefits for your overall well being.
Zero Bone Breaking Required
The most transformative advantage of the keyhole approach is the preservation of your breastbone. By skillfully navigating surgical instruments through the natural spaces between your ribs, Dr. Singla ensures the structural integrity of your chest is never compromised. This completely eliminates the grueling pain of bone healing and removes the risk of dangerous sternal wound infections.
Rapid Return to Your Daily Routine
Traditional heart surgery forces patients to put their lives on hold for months, restricting them from driving, lifting, or working. Because robotic surgery involves minimal tissue trauma, your body heals at an accelerated rate. The vast majority of our patients return to their normal daily activities and regain their independence within just one week.
Unprecedented Surgical Precision
The robotic arms possess a far greater range of articulation than the human wrist. When combined with crystal clear 3D magnification, Dr. Singla can perform incredibly delicate suturing and intricate tissue repairs with a level of precision that simply cannot be matched by human hands alone. This directly leads to superior clinical outcomes and better long term heart function.
Minimal Blood Loss and Pain
Smaller incisions mean significantly less blood loss during the operation, dramatically reducing the need for post operative blood transfusions. Furthermore, because the chest bone is spared, patients experience minimal physical pain, allowing them to recover comfortably without relying on heavy narcotic medications.
Your Journey to Better Heart Health at Livasa Hospital
From the moment you walk through our doors in Sector 71 Mohali, you become part of our extended family. Dr. Singla and his dedicated medical staff will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your medical history, echocardiograms, and angiograms to determine if you are an ideal candidate for robotic surgery.
We believe in complete transparency and will walk you through every step of the process. Following your customized surgery, you will receive specialized care in our state of the art Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit before moving to a comfortable recovery suite. Our commitment to you extends well beyond the operating room, with a personalized cardiac rehabilitation plan designed to build your strength and confidence.
Secure Your Expert Consultation Today
You do not have to accept the pain, massive scarring, and long recovery times associated with traditional open heart surgery. Advanced robotic technology combined with the elite surgical expertise of Dr. Ishant Singla can resolve your cardiac condition and give you your life back safely and swiftly.
Take control of your heart health today.
Location: Livasa Hospital, Sector 71, Mohali, Punjab 160071
Phone: +91 9779177777 or +91 8975939593
