Gleneagles Hospitals Achieves Landmark with Three Complex Lung Transplants in Just 15 Days Extends Lung Transplant Expertise to Karimnagar

Hyderabad, October 18, 2025: Gleneagles Hospitals has achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully performing three highly complex lung transplant surgeries within 15 days across Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. The cases involved patients with severe conditions such as post-tuberculosis lung destruction and post-liver transplant respiratory distress.

Led by Dr. Govini Balasubramanyam, Group Program Director, HOD CTVS & Senior Consultant – Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery, the transplants showcased exceptional surgical precision, including a challenging anastomosis completed in under three hours. The team travelled over 600 km to ensure swift organ transport and minimal ischemic time, resulting in excellent recovery for all patients — one now oxygen-free after years of dependency.

“Our team’s innovation and commitment made these outcomes possible,” said Dr. Govini Balasubramanyam, Group Program Director, HOD CTVS & Senior Consultant – Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery, Gleneagles Hospitals.

“We aim to give every patient the chance to return home oxygen-free,” added Dr. Tapaswi Krishna, Transplant Pulmonologist, Gleneagles Hospitals.

Gleneagles Hospitals' Lung Transplant Expertise Reaches Karimnagar

Continuing its mission to make advanced lung care accessible, Gleneagles Hospitals has extended its expertise to Surya Chest Hospital, Karimnagar.

On Thursday, Dr. Tapaswi Krishna, Transplant Pulmonologist at Gleneagles Hospitals, Lakdikapool, conducted an awareness program on lung health, early diagnosis, and modern treatment options. He also consulted patients suffering from chronic respiratory issues.

Dr. Asuri Vinay Kumar, Pulmonologist at Surya Chest Hospital, Karimnagar, highlighted the importance of early detection and timely treatment of lung diseases, emphasizing the role of preventive healthcare and patient awareness in improving outcomes.