Dr. Ridhika Munjal

About the Doctor

• Dr. Ridhika Munjal, an Associate Consultant specializing in Cardiac Surgery, with a profound dedication to advancing cardiovascular care. Dr. Munjal holds degrees in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, including an M.Ch (Gold Medalist) from Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi, an M.S. in General Surgery from Padmashree Doctor Vithalrao Vikhe Patil’s Hospital and Medical College in Ahmednagar, and an MBBS from Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College in Pune.
• Previously practised at Max Smart Superspeciality Hospital in New Delhi, Dr. Munjal brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, particularly in vascular surgery. Her clinical journey also includes significant roles as a Senior Resident in both Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Safdarjung Hospital and General Surgery at the Asian Institute of Medical Sciences in Faridabad, along with a foundational role as a Junior Resident in General Surgery at Padmashree Doctor Vithalrao Vikhe Patil’s Hospital and Medical College.
• Dr. Munjal’s clinical interests are comprehensive and patient-centric, focusing on cardiothoracic and vascular disorders, congenital cardiac surgeries, ASD closure and a range of vascular emergencies such as carotid endarterectomies, peripheral bypass surgeries, embolectomies and vascular repairs. She also specializes in modern varicose vein procedures, including laser treatments and radiofrequency ablation (RFA).
• An esteemed contributor to the medical community, Dr. Munjal has authored several impactful publications in respected journals, detailing her research and findings in areas like traumatic axillary artery repair, superior mediastinal tumour excision and the management of penetrating trauma chest, among others.
• Dr. Munjal is recognized for her meticulous approach to surgery and her relentless commitment to her patients’ health and recovery. Her practice is not only rooted in providing excellent surgical outcomes but also in fostering an environment of trust and safety for her patients. As a leading healthcare professional, Dr. Munjal continues to influence the field of cardiac surgery with her innovative techniques and compassionate care.

Education:

• M.Ch, (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery) from Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi
• M.S. (General Surgery) from Padmashree Doctor Vithalrao Vikhe Patil’s Hospital and Medical College, Ahmednagar
• MBBS from Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune

Experience:

• Associate Consultant Vascular Surgery – Max Smart Superspeciality Hospital, New Delhi
• Senior Resident Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery – Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
• Senior Resident General Surgery – Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad
• Junior Resident General Surgery – Padmashree Doctor Vithalrao Vikhe Patil’s Hospital and Medical College, Ahmednagar

Area of interest:

• Cardiothoracic and vascular disorders
• Congenital cardiac surgical
• ASD closure
• Various vascular emergencies
• Carotid endarterectomies
• Peripheral bypass surgeries
• Embolectomies and vascular repairs
• AV fistula, varicose vein procedures (Laser and RFA)

Publication

1. Munjal R, Kisku N, Pramanik S, Gupta A. Traumatic Axillary Artery Repair: A Single Center Experience. Indian J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2022;9(1)27.
2. Munjal R, Pramanik S, Padhy AK, Jadhav N, Gupta A.
Superior Mediastinal Tumour Excision Through Upper Partial Sternotomy and Chamberlain Incision. Int Surg J. 2021;8(10):3116.
3. Kumar M, Padhy A, Munjal R, Gupta A. Short Term Clinical and Echocardiography Outcomes of Pericardiectomy in Constrictive Pericarditis. J Cardiovasc Thorac Res, 2021;13(2):169-173.
4. Jadhav NU, Pramanik S, Munjal R, Gupta A, Mathur A, Kesharwani P. Single institutional experience of management of penetrating trauma chest. Int Surg J. 2021;8(10):3122.
5. Saurabh KS, Padhy AK, Kumar M, Munjal R, Gupta A. Haemodynamic Effects of Pericardial Closure After Cardiac Surgery. Perspective in Medical Reasearch,2020;08(1):81-85.
6. Sistila VPL, Popli K, Saurabh KS, Munjal R, Gupta A. Single Centre Experience of Mitral Valve Surgery in the Young. J med sci clin res. 2019;7(11).
7. Kumar M, Munjal R, Divya A. Surgical Management of Intracardiac Myxomas: Single Centre Experience. JMSCR,2019;07(12):326-329.
8. Munjal R, Thipse VJ, Gadekar JM, Dash N, Kumar A, Bhondave S. Surgical management and outcomes of Fournier’s Gangrene: An experience with 78 cases. J med sci clin res. 2018;6(2).