Cardiothoracic Surgery at King’s College Hospital London in Dubai
Cardiothoracic surgery treats conditions that affect the heart, lungs, and large blood vessels inside the chest. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, patients receive full care from assessment to recovery, following the same standards used at King’s College Hospital in London. The service combines advanced technology with specialist expertise to achieve safe outcomes and steady recovery.
What does cardiothoracic surgery do?
This field includes cardiac surgery, which focuses on the heart, and thoracic surgery, which focuses on the lungs and chest. Procedures can repair blocked arteries, replace damaged valves, correct irregular heartbeats, or remove part of the lung when needed.
Each patient at King’s is managed by a team that includes cardiologists, anaesthetists, and physiotherapists. The hospital follows the Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) program to help patients regain strength and return to normal activities sooner.
When should you see a cardiothoracic surgeon in Dubai?
A referral is often needed when symptoms or test results suggest a heart or chest condition that may require surgery. Common reasons to book a consultation include:
- Chest pain or tightness
- Shortness of breath
- Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
- Known valve or coronary artery disease
- A lung mass or suspected cancer
- Fluid around the lungs
- Chest trauma or a collapsed lung
- A congenital or structural heart problem
What conditions does King’s treat?
Heart conditions
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart valve disease
- Heart failure
- Arrhythmia
- Ventricular aneurysm
- Atherosclerosis
- Endocarditis
- Congenital heart defects
Lung and thoracic conditions
- Lung cancer
- Emphysema
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
- COPD
- Empyema
- Aspergilloma
- Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH)
- Thoracic aortic aneurysm
- Aortic dissection
- Tracheal stenosis
- Tracheobronchial or mediastinal tumours
- Thoracic trauma
- Hyperhidrosis (excess sweating)
What cardiothoracic services does King’s offer?
The Cardiothoracic Surgery Unit in Dubai performs both open-heart and minimally invasive procedures. Every plan is tailored to the patient’s condition after a full review by the surgical and cardiology teams.
Cardiac surgery
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) to restore blood flow to the heart
- Heart valve repair or replacement
- Open-heart surgery for valve or rhythm problems
- Ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation for severe heart failure
- Heart ablation for arrhythmias
Thoracic surgery
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)
- Lobectomy for lung cancer
- Wedge resection for lung nodules
- Pneumonectomy when full lung removal is required
- Pleurectomy to remove the chest lining
- Thoracentesis to drain fluid around the lungs
- Decortication or pneumothorax repair for trapped lungs or air leaks
All complex cases are discussed in a Heart Team or Tumor Board meeting before surgery to confirm the safest and most effective approach.
Who are the best doctors for cardiothoracic surgery in Dubai?
The best doctors for cardiothoracic surgery in Dubai are Dr. James Douglas Aitchison, Dr. Babar Bashir Chaudhri, Dr. Ali K. Moussavi, and Dr. Haitham Al-Hashimi.
Why choose King’s College Hospital Dubai?
- UK-affiliated hospital working to King’s College Hospital London standards
- US and European-trained consultants in cardiothoracic surgery
- Heart Team and Tumor Board review for every surgical case
- ERAS recovery program for shorter stays
- Modern theatres and cardiac intensive-care facilities
- Full diagnostic and rehabilitation support on-site
- Follow-up clinics in Dubai Hills, Dubai Marina, and Dubai Jumeirah
How can I book an appointment?
For advice on heart surgery in Dubai, lung surgery, or a second opinion, contact King’s College Hospital Dubai. The hospital team will arrange your consultation with the most suitable cardiothoracic surgeon and explain what to expect before and after treatment.
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King’s College Hospital Dubai is the best hospital for cardiothoracic surgery and care, delivered by international experts and supported by advanced technology, cardiac intensive care, and rehabilitation facilities.
The best doctors for cardiothoracic surgery are Dr. James Douglas Aitchison and Dr. Babar Bashir Chaudhri
Minimally invasive or VATS surgery uses small incisions and a camera to perform procedures on the lungs and chest, resulting in less pain and quicker recovery.
Every cardiac case is reviewed by a team of cardiologists and surgeons who assess test results together before deciding on the safest treatment option.
ERAS stands for Enhanced Recovery after Surgery. It prepares you before surgery and supports you afterwards to help you recover faster and more comfortably.
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