Prof. Dr. Md. Kamrul Alam

Prof. Dr. Md. Kamrul Alam is a Professor and Head of the Department of Thoracic Surgery at Dhaka Medical College & Hospital (DMCH), Dhaka. He completed his MBBS and later obtained MS in Cardiothoracic Surgery. His academic training provides a specialist foundation for surgical care involving the chest and related structures.

Thoracic surgery focuses mainly on conditions affecting the chest, particularly the lungs, pleura, mediastinum and chest wall. Patients may require surgical assessment for lung masses, certain chest infections, pleural disorders, or other conditions where an operation becomes part of treatment. The exact approach depends on the underlying problem and clinical findings.

Cardiothoracic surgical training also covers the close relationship between the heart, lungs and major blood vessels within the chest. A thoracic surgeon may work with diagnostic findings from imaging and other investigations when planning treatment. Surgical decisions are usually based on the type of disease, its location and the patient's overall condition.

Prof. Dr. Md. Kamrul Alam's professional profile combines academic leadership with specialist surgical practice. His position as Professor and Head of Thoracic Surgery at Dhaka Medical College & Hospital places his work within a major medical institution in Dhaka. His MS in Cardiothoracic Surgery remains a key qualification in his field.