About Dr. CN Manjunath
Meet Dr. CN Manjunath
Dr. C. N. Manjunath is a highly accomplished Senior Cardiologist and Former Director of Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research in Bengaluru. He has made significant contributions to the field of cardiology and healthcare accessibility, both locally and internationally. Dr. Manjunath’s leadership has transformed the institute, increasing its bed strength from 330 to over 2000 beds exclusively for cardiac care. Under his guidance, the institute has become one of the largest heart care centres in the South East Asian region. Under his leadership, Hospital has treated 75 Lakh patients and conducted 8 lakh Operations / Interventions in last 17 years
Dr. Manjunath is known for his humanitarian approach to healthcare, ensuring that every needy patient receives quality treatment regardless of financial constraints. He has collaborated with numerous charitable organizations to support the treatment of underprivileged patients and has implemented innovative concepts like “Treatment First – Payment Next” to provide immediate care to emergency patients.
Transformative Leadership in Cardiology and Healthcare
Dr. C. N. Manjunath introduced the “Manjunath’s Technique” for Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty, making the operation more affordable for patients in India and other third-world countries.
Dr. Manjunath’s leadership expanded cardiac care facilities across Karnataka, establishing branches in Mysore and Kalaburagi, and initiated philanthropic efforts such as the “Hrudaya Sanjeevini Scheme” benefiting 6500 underprivileged individuals annually.