Mr. Shyamsunder Kolvekar is a highly esteemed Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at St Bartholomew's Hospital in London, UK, with an impressive career spanning over two decades in the National Health Service. Mr. Kolvekar's surgical prowess is vast, encompassing all specialties of adult cardiac surgery. He is particularly noted for his extensive experience in complex multi-valve and re-do operations. In thoracic surgery, his skills extend to performing both index and complex surgeries, including lung resections and treatments for chest wall deformities. He is a pioneer in introducing innovative surgical procedures to the UK, such as Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) and beating heart surgery for multivessel coronary disease. He has also been instrumental in establishing the minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (MIMS) service at UCLH and is leading national centre for chest wall deformities in the UK, especially for his work on Pectus Excavatum.

Beyond his surgical endeavours, Mr. Kolvekar has made significant contributions to medical education and training. He is an academic advisor for medical students at University College London, imparts regular teaching at St Bartholomew's Hospital, and participates in regional teaching days. His commitment to nurturing the next generation of medical professionals is also evident from his role as a recognized trainer on the London cardiothoracic surgery programme. As a fellow of several prestigious societies including The Society of Thoracic Surgeons USA, the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons, and the British Medical Association, Mr. Kolvekar is a respected member of the medical community both nationally and internationally.

Mr. Kolvekar's career is a testament to his dedication to clinical excellence, innovation in surgical techniques, commitment to education and training, and his unwavering service to improving patient care in cardiothoracic surgery.