Dr. Aseem R. Srivastava

Snapshot Highlights

• Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon
• Expert in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Adult Congenital Heart Surgery, and Minimal Access Cardiac Surgery
• Extensive training in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery from leading US institutions
• Proponent of early corrective repair for congenital heart conditions
• Recognized with the Babu Kashi Ram Dhawan Gold Medal for academic excellence

Professional Overview

Dr. Aseem R. Srivastava is a distinguished Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, bringing extensive expertise to the Department of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery. He is recognized for his profound skill in addressing complex congenital heart conditions in children, as well as his specialization in adult congenital heart surgery and advanced minimally invasive cardiac surgical techniques.

Specialization and Expertise

Dr. Srivastava’s practice encompasses a broad spectrum of pediatric cardiac surgery, with a particular focus on reconstructive operations for neonates and infants, advocating for early corrective repairs. His areas of advanced practice include minimally invasive aortic and mitral valve surgery, demonstrating a commitment to utilizing state-of-the-art surgical approaches for optimal patient outcomes.

Education and Advanced Training

His foundational medical education includes a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelors of Surgery (MBBS) from C.S.J.M. University, Kanpur, India. Dr. Srivastava further honed his surgical skills through a Master of Surgery (M.S.) in General Surgery from King George Medical University, Lucknow, India, where he was honored with the Babu Kashi Ram Dhawan Gold Medal for Best Student. His specialized cardiothoracic training culminated in an M.Ch. in Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgery from G B Pant Hospital, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi. Demonstrating a dedication to global best practices, Dr. Srivastava completed advanced clinical fellowships in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, and gained significant experience in robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery as a Clinical Instructor at the East Carolina Heart Institute in Greenville, NC.

Academic and Professional Affiliations

Dr. Srivastava is an active member of several esteemed professional organizations, underscoring his commitment to advancing the field of pediatric and congenital heart surgery. These include the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons, the Pediatric Cardiac Society of India, and the Society of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgeons. His contributions extend to impactful research, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, covering critical topics in cardiac surgery, including novel techniques and patient care pathways.

Key Procedures and Conditions Treated

Dr. Srivastava has extensive experience in performing a wide range of complex surgical procedures for various congenital and acquired heart conditions in pediatric patients. His expertise covers critical interventions for Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery (ALCAPA), Aortic Regurgitation/Stenosis, Atrial Septal Defects, Atrioventricular Canal Defects, Coarctation of the Aorta, Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries, Double Outlet Right Ventricle, Ebstein’s Anomaly, Heart Block, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Interruption of the Aortic Arch, Mitral Valve Defects, Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA), Pulmonary Atresia, Pulmonary Stenosis, Single Ventricle Heart Defects, Tetralogy of Fallot, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return (TAPVR), Transposition of the Great Arteries, Tricuspid Atresia, Truncus Arteriosus, Vascular Ring, and Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD).

Research and Publications

Dr. Srivastava is a prolific author with a significant number of publications in leading medical journals. His research contributions address critical aspects of cardiac surgery, including advancements in tricuspid valve repair, fast-tracking protocols in cardiac surgery, the impact of hemodilution on anticoagulation during cardiopulmonary bypass, and the assessment of liver injury. He has also co-authored significant works on robotic mitral valve repair and robot-assisted atrioventricular canal defect repair, alongside contributing a chapter on vascular anomalies of the neonatal airway.

Languages

Dr. Srivastava is fluent in English and Hindi, ensuring effective communication with a diverse patient population.