Dr. Milind P Hote

About Doctor

Dr. Milind Padmakar Hote is a renowned Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon (CTVS) and currently serves as Director – Adult Cardiac Surgery at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. With over 27+ years of experience, he is widely recognized for his expertise in advanced cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, and robotic cardiac procedures. Having previously contributed significantly at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Dr. Hote has been instrumental in developing high-end cardiac and transplant programs across India.
Clinical Experience & Procedure Volume Total Cardiac Surgeries: 20,000+ successful operations, CABG (Bypass Surgeries – including complex & high-risk): 12,000+ cases, Total Arterial CABG (LIMA-RIMA Y, advanced grafting): 3,000, Minimally Invasive CABG (MIDCAB): 1,500, Robotic CABG: 1,000+ procedures, Redo & High-Risk CABG: 2,000+ cases, Heart Transplants: 50+ procedures, LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) Implants: 100+ cases, Lung Transplant Surgeries: 30+ cases (including pioneering procedures), And Robotic Cardiac Surgeries (including ASD closures): 1,500+ procedures Patients Treated Per Year, Approx. 4,000 – 6,000+ patients annually, including surgical consultations, procedures, and follow-ups

Qualification

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Hote is also known for performing the first successful lung transplant in a public-sector hospital in India and for establishing advanced transplant programs nationwide. He has received specialized training in robotic cardiac surgery in Austria, making him a leader in this cutting-edge field. An accomplished academician, he has published 100+ scientific papers and has been actively involved in national bodies like organ transplant programs and policy development. His combination of surgical excellence, innovation, and teaching makes him a highly trusted name in advanced cardiac surgery for both Indian and international patients.