Where every heartbeat counts. Where every breath matters.
The Institute of Heart & Lung Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support at Royal Care Hospitals is a specialized facility dedicated to providing advanced and comprehensive care for patients with severe heart and lung diseases. Located in Coimbatore, our institute is among India's leading centers offering integrated services in heart and lung transplantation, as well as crucial mechanical support for failing organs.
We combine groundbreaking innovation with extensive experience and genuine compassion. Our institute serves as a beacon of hope for individuals facing severe cardiopulmonary conditions. Our services are built on a foundation of teamwork, precise medical care, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, ensuring every patient receives the best possible chance to lead a healthier life.
Heart Transplantation
We perform heart transplantation for patients suffering from advanced heart failure who do not respond to standard medical or surgical treatment. Our team ensures that each transplant is carried out with the highest level of clinical precision and personalized care.
A New Heart. Fresh Breath , A Second Chance
Conditions Treated:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- End-stage Congenital Heart Disease
- Refractory Heart Failure
Approach:
- Comprehensive pre-transplant evaluation
- Listing with NOTTO/SOTTO
- Donor-recipient matching and surgery
- Intensive post-operative monitoring and lifelong follow-up
Lung Transplantation
We provide both unilateral and bilateral lung transplants to patients with irreversible lung damage. Our lung transplant program is designed to restore respiratory function, improve quality of life, and extend longevity.
Conditions Treated:
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Protocol:
- Functional respiratory assessments
- Advanced imaging and diagnostics
- Pre-transplant rehabilitation and optimization
- Post-surgical care and immunosuppression
Heart-Lung Transplantation
For patients suffering from combined cardiac and pulmonary failure, heart-lung transplantation is often the only viable solution. This complex procedure demands a highly experienced surgical team and state-of-the-art support systems, both of which are available at our institute.
Candidates:
- Eisenmenger’s Syndrome
- Severe Congenital Heart and Lung Disease
- Combined Cardiopulmonary Failure
Mechanical circulatory support systems are vital in managing patients with critical heart or lung dysfunction who either await transplant or are not transplant candidates. These systems offer both temporary and long-term life-sustaining solutions.
Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs):
- Mechanical pumps that support or replace the function of a failing heart
- Types: LVAD (Left), RVAD (Right), BiVAD (Both)
- Used as:
- Bridge-to-Transplant: Supports patients awaiting a donor heart
- Bridge-to-Recovery: Temporary support allowing heart function to recover
- Destination Therapy: Permanent support for patients who are not transplant candidates
- Benefits include reduced hospital stay, improved exercise tolerance, and better quality of life
- Implantable and wearable device options for patient mobility
Our ECMO and VAD programs are managed by trained specialists and supported by comprehensive critical care teams, ensuring round-the-clock monitoring, prompt intervention, and optimal outcomes.
ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation):
- Provides temporary support for heart and/or lung failure
- Used in severe ARDS, cardiogenic shock, or during recovery from complex cardiac procedures
- Acts as a bridge to recovery, transplant, or decision-making
- Available in both VA (veno-arterial) and VV (veno-venous) modes
- Equipped with real-time monitoring and safety features for critical care
Why Choose Royal Care Hospital
- Dedicated Transplant ICU: Continuous ECMO/VAD monitoring with round-the-clock specialist care
- Accredited Labs & Imaging: NABH/NABL certified diagnostic facilities ensure accurate results
- Sterile Surgical Environment: Adherence to global infection control protocols
- Fast-track Evaluation: Timely patient assessment and listing under national organ transplant registries
- Comprehensive Support: In-house counseling, nutrition, and physiotherapy services
- High Success Rates: Proven clinical outcomes, with sustained survival and post-operative recovery
Our Infrastructure
- Fully Equipped Hybrid Cath Labs and Modular Cardiac Operating Rooms
- Dedicated Cardiac ICU with advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- 24/7 Emergency and Trauma Care Unit
- Rehabilitation Unit with respiratory and physical therapy
- Legal and Administrative Transplant Support Cell
- Long-distance Teleconsultation Facilities for remote monitoring
Clinical Leadership
Our institute is led by Dr. G. Pradeep, a nationally recognized leader in the field of cardiothoracic transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. His expertise is complemented by a multidisciplinary team comprising:
- Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons
- Cardiologists and Pulmonologists
- Anesthesiologists and Intensivists
- Perfusionists and ECMO Specialists
- Physiotherapists, Dietitians, and Clinical Psychologists
- Certified Transplant Coordinators
Education, Research & Community Engagement
At Royal Care, we are not only focused on clinical care but also on enhancing transplant awareness and education through:
- Public Awareness Campaigns: Promoting organ donation and healthy heart-lung practices
- Professional Training: Workshops for surgeons, intensivists, and ECMO technicians
- Research & Innovation: Collaborative studies in transplant immunology and mechanical support systems
Our vision extends beyond the hospital walls to build a network of informed communities, skilled professionals, and future-ready infrastructure.
