Mr Uday DandekarCardiothoracic surgery in Birmingham
Mr Uday Dandekar
MS MCh(CVTS) DNB(CVTS) FRCS(Edin) FRCS(Glas) FRCSEd(CTh)
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Professional statement
Mr Uday Dandekar is a highly skilled consultant cardiac surgeon with extensive expertise in adult cardiothoracic surgery. He practises privately at The Harborne Hospital.
He began his medical journey in Mumbai, India, where he completed his medical degree and pursued further training in general surgery. His passion for heart surgery led him to specialise in cardiothoracic surgery, gaining significant experience across prestigious medical centres in India, the UK, and the USA.
In the UK, Mr Dandekar advanced his training through the West Midlands programme and honed his skills at world-class institutions such as Harefield Hospital. Additionally, he further refined his expertise at the globally renowned Cleveland Clinic in the USA, working under the leadership of Dr Delos Cosgrove, one of the world’s foremost cardiac surgeons.
Currently serving as a consultant cardiac surgeon at the University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire, Mr Dandekar has a particular interest in coronary artery disease, arterial grafting, and valvular heart surgery. His proficiency in performing complex procedures, such as beating heart surgery, has earned him recognition in the field.
Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Dandekar is actively involved in research, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals. His notable academic work includes research on Atrial Myxomas during his MCh studies.
He is also deeply committed to education, taking an active role in the teaching and mentoring of junior surgeons, ensuring the next generation of cardiac specialists is well-prepared.
He began his medical journey in Mumbai, India, where he completed his medical degree and pursued further training in general surgery. His passion for heart surgery led him to specialise in cardiothoracic surgery, gaining significant experience across prestigious medical centres in India, the UK, and the USA.
In the UK, Mr Dandekar advanced his training through the West Midlands programme and honed his skills at world-class institutions such as Harefield Hospital. Additionally, he further refined his expertise at the globally renowned Cleveland Clinic in the USA, working under the leadership of Dr Delos Cosgrove, one of the world’s foremost cardiac surgeons.
Currently serving as a consultant cardiac surgeon at the University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire, Mr Dandekar has a particular interest in coronary artery disease, arterial grafting, and valvular heart surgery. His proficiency in performing complex procedures, such as beating heart surgery, has earned him recognition in the field.
Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Dandekar is actively involved in research, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals. His notable academic work includes research on Atrial Myxomas during his MCh studies.
He is also deeply committed to education, taking an active role in the teaching and mentoring of junior surgeons, ensuring the next generation of cardiac specialists is well-prepared.