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MALLA REDDY VISHWAVIDYAPEETH

(Deemed to be University)

Hyderabad

Recognised under section 3 of The UGC Act, 1956, vide Notification No.9-4/2024-U.3(A) by
Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

M.Sc. Transplantation Technology
(Heart & Lung)

This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines

Course Overview

The M.Sc. Transplantation Technology (Heart & Lung) program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide specialized knowledge and advanced skills in the field of heart and lung transplantation. This postgraduate program focuses on training students in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care of cardiac and pulmonary transplant patients, as well as the technical aspects of heart and lung procurement, preservation, and transplantation procedures.

This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum integrates classroom learning with practical training in state‑of‑the‑art cardiothoracic transplant facilities, covering areas such as organ‑specific transplant immunology, donor evaluation and coordination for heart and lung, and the management of dedicated transplant programs.Students gain expertise in managing critical care for heart and lung recipients, understanding the ethical and legal frameworks governing organ donation, and ensuring optimal graft outcomes through advanced preservation and perfusion techniques.

Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Senior Heart & Lung Transplant Technologists, Organ Procurement Specialists, or Transplant Coordinators,’ enabling them to pursue higher studies and research in transplantation medicine, with abundant global career opportunities.

Course Details

Description: 2 Years Degree Program

No. of Seats: 20

No. of Credits: 80 minimum & as specified

Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in allied health sciences, Transplantation Technology, or related fields with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university or Equivalent.

Semester

Subjects

Semester 1

• Anatomy & Physiology of the Heart and Lungs
• Principles of Cardiac & Pulmonary Transplantation
• Fundamentals of Transplant Immunology
• Ethical & Legal Issues in Donation
• Practical: Basics of Organ Procurement

Semester 2

• Heart Preservation Techniques (HTK, UW Solutions)
• Lung Procurement & Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion
• Transplant Pharmacology (Cardiopulmonary Focus)
• Patient Care in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Practical: Perfusion Set‑Up

Semester 3

• Advanced Heart Transplant Procedures (Adult &Pediatric)
• Advanced Lung Transplant Techniques
• Post‑Transplant Monitoring & Rejection Surveillance
• Transplant Program Management
• Internship in Cardiothoracic Unit

Semester 4

• Specialized Immunosuppression Protocols for Heart & Lung
• Management of Cardiopulmonary Complications & Re‑Transplantation
• Capstone Project (Heart/Lung Focus)
• Clinical Internship in Tertiary Transplant Center

  • Mastery of heart and lung procurement, preservation, and surgical support protocols.
  • Proficiency in organ‐specific immunosuppressive regimens and early rejection detection.
  • Advanced understanding of donor–recipient matching, HLA typing, and cross‑matching for cardiothoracic grafts.
  • Expertise in critical care management of heart and lung transplant recipients.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and uphold ethical/regulatory standards in transplant programs.
  • Cardiopulmonary Preservation Certification: Hands‑on training in ex vivo lung perfusion and hypothermic heart storage.
  • Transplant Coordination Workshop: Best practices in donor evaluation and recipient follow‑up for heart and lung.
  • Ethics & Consent in Cardiothoracic Donation Seminar: Legal frameworks and consent models for CPC.
  • Advanced Immunomodulation Training: Newer biologics and protocols in cardiopulmonary transplantation.
  • Ph.D. in Cardiothoracic Transplantation or Transplant Immunology
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Transplant Coordination (Cardiopulmonary)
  • Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery or Pulmonology with Transplant Integration
  • Research in Organ Preservation Technologies (EVLP, NMP)

Duration

Roles and Responsibilities

Salary Range ()

0–3 years

Junior Heart & Lung Transplant Technologist, Organ Preservation Specialist

₹4,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 per annum

3–5 years

Senior Cardiopulmonary Transplant Technologist, Transplant Coordinator

₹6,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 per annum

5–10 years

Transplant Program Manager, Senior Procurement Lead (Heart & Lung)

₹9,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum

10+ years

Director of Cardiothoracic Transplant Services, Clinical Transplant Consultant

₹12,00,000+ per annum

Fee Structure Per Academic Year

Tuition FeeMiscellaneous FeeScholarship     
150000  ₹10000 ₹Above 90% –  30000 ₹Between 80-90%15000  ₹Between 70-80%7500 ₹