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Meet Dr. Kumar

Kochi, India
Dr. Kumar with patient and patient's family

Dr. Krishna Kumar (KK) faced a monumental challenge when he helped establish a cardiac program in Kochi, India.

Before the hospital even opened its doors, there were 150 patients already waiting outside. This hospital was the first of its kind in southern India dedicated to cardiac care.

Dr. KK and his team were compelled to move quickly because of the number of patients who had long awaited this kind of care.

Today, Amrita Hospital, Kochi has earned accolades for exceptional standards of care. They are also recognized as a Children’s HeartLink Center of Excellence, providing training for other cardiac teams in their region.

“Our center has benefited immensely from visiting trainees who have contributed to our research initiatives.”
Dr. Krishna Kumar

Although Dr. KK credits Children’s HeartLink with being a catalyst, the program at Amrita Hospital, Kochi would not have become the program it is today without his visionary leadership. His dedication and passion for helping those in need have transformed the lives of countless children and their families who now have access to quality care for heart disease.