Professor Dr. A.K.M. Manzurul Alam

Professor Dr. A.K.M. Manzurul Alam is a cardiac surgeon whose listed specialty is beating heart bypass surgery. He completed MBBS and later earned MS in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. His professional qualifications also include WHO, FACS and FRCS. He works as a Professor in the Department of Cardiac Surgery.

Beating heart bypass surgery is a type of coronary bypass procedure performed while the heart continues to beat. A heart-lung machine is not used to stop the heart during the operation. This approach may be considered for selected patients with coronary artery disease. The final surgical method depends on the patient's condition and the surgeon's assessment.

His academic background is closely tied to cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. The MS degree gives a clear indication of his surgical training. FACS and FRCS are also professional qualifications associated with surgical practice. There is a fair amount of training behind those letters. Cardiac surgery itself requires careful planning before an operation, during the procedure, and through the recovery period.

Patients referred for bypass surgery may have blocked coronary arteries, chest discomfort or reduced blood flow to the heart. Not every patient needs the same operation. Some may be suitable for beating heart bypass, while others may need another approach. His listed area is specifically beating heart bypass surgery, under Cardiac Surgery.