First TAVR heart procedure performed

In a landmark moment for cardiac care in the holy city, Mahajan Hospital has successfully conducted the region’s first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure. Led by Dr Akshay Mahajan, the minimally invasive surgery was performed on a 72-year-old patient suffering from severe aortic stenosis, ushering in a new era of advanced heart treatment in Amritsar.

This groundbreaking procedure eliminates the need for open-heart surgery, offering faster recovery, minimal pain, and new hope for elderly and high-risk patients who previously had to travel to major cities for such treatments.

Dr Ashok Mahajan, Managing Director of Mahajan Hospital, called the achievement “a proud moment not just for our hospital, but for entire Amritsar.” With cutting-edge facilities and a skilled cardiac team, Mahajan Hospital is now equipped to offer metro-level cardiovascular care locally, bringing life-saving innovation closer to home.