About Doctor
Dr. Lalchand Hirachand Bandagi is an experienced cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon in Bangalore. He is currently practising as a Consultant – Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore. With over a decade of comprehensive clinical experience, Dr. Bandagi has developed deep expertise in adult and paediatric cardiothoracic surgeries, minimally invasive procedures, and complex redo operations Heart and Lung Transplantations, Lung Surgeries, ECMO. His commitment to precision surgery, patient safety, and critical care has earned him a strong reputation in the field of cardiovascular and thoracic medicine.
After completing his MBBS from Shivaji University, Kolhapur, Dr. Bandagi pursued a Master of Surgery (MS) in General Surgery at MRMC, Gulbarga, under RGUHS. He then specialised in Cardio-Thoracic & Vascular Surgery (M.Ch) from Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research, Bangalore. His solid academic foundation has been complemented by extensive clinical exposure, enabling him to take on intricate surgical challenges with confidence and finesse. Over the years, he has consistently performed high-risk surgeries involving coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), total arterial grafting, valve repair and replacements, congenital heart defect correction, and end-stage heart and lung failure management using ECMO.
Dr. Bandagi has held key roles at leading institutions, including Associate Consultant at Manipal Hospital (since 2013). He has consistently demonstrated a commitment to clinical excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and advanced patient care protocols. His work involves handling complex congenital cases such as TOF, TAPVC, DORV, Ebstein anomaly, and TGA, as well as adult procedures like off-pump CABG, valve repairs, and aortic aneurysm repair. His training in managing end-stage organ failure includes expertise in heart and lung transplantation and prolonged ECMO support.
In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Bandagi is a passionate educator with significant experience teaching medical students, surgical residents, and nursing teams. He employs a structured, case-based approach to academic instruction, ensuring practical learning in both operating theatre and outpatient settings. His sessions include surgical anatomy, emergencies, and radiology interpretation, delivered through bedside rounds, operative tutorials, and academic presentations.
Dr. Bandagi’s academic contributions also include paper presentations at national conferences like IACTS 2013, where he shared insights on supraclavicular approaches for dysphagia lusoria, rare right atrial tumours, and mediastinal mass surgeries. His sharp diagnostic acumen is matched by a solid foundation in critical care and trauma management, which allows him to maintain high standards of care even in emergency settings. His leadership has also extended to hospital administration, resource planning, clinical quality control, and strategic healthcare improvement initiatives.
Equipped with strong clinical judgement, an analytical mindset, and a dedication to innovation, Dr. Bandagi is also involved in developing protocols for high-risk patients, fostering early health-seeking behaviour, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based treatment pathways. Dr. Bandagi is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, and Telugu, which allows him to effectively engage with a diverse patient population and provide care tailored to their unique needs.
Field of Expertise
Surgical interventions for all cardiac ailments including Myocardial Infarctions, Valve related disorders, Infective Endocarditis, Cardiac Tumours
Advanced intervention for Heart Failure with ECMO support, ventricular assist devices and Heart and Heart Lung Transplant
Surgical interventions for Paediatric Heart Diseases in neonates, infants and children including Septal defects, Transpositions, Single Ventricular Physiology and Valve Disorders in children
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery for both adult and paediatric patients
Lung Surgery.
Adult And Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Complex And Redo Cardiac Surgery
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Heart And Lung Transplant Surgery
Tracheal And Lung Surgeries
Fellowship & Membership
Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons
Languages Spoken
English
Kannada
Telugu
Hindi
Marathi
Awards & Achievements
Stood 7th in University in MBBS
Stood 1st in CTVS Entrance Examination
Guest lectures at regional conferences.
Numerous presentations at scientific conferences