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
B.Sc. Physician Assistant, B.Sc. CardiovascularTechnology, B.Sc. CardiovascularTechnology (Perfusionist) and B.Sc. Nursing.
| Semester | Name of the Subject |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 |
Surgical Anatomy – Lung and Heart Cardiopulmonary Physiology Introduction to Transplant Immunology Operation Theatre Surgical Etiquette and Sterile Precautions Transplantation Ethics and Policy Surgical Techniques I (Suturing, Surgical Suture Materials) Clinical Posting I Stress Management |
| Semester 2 |
Introduction to ECMO & LVAD Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology Preoperative Evaluation – Heart, Lung Transplantation Preoperative Rehabilitation and Optimization Surgical Techniques II (Organ Retrieval, Organ Preservation) Clinical Posting II Art of Being a Better Person |
| Semester 3 |
Genetic Matching in Heart and Lung Transplant Recipient Transplant Surgery – Heart and Lung Post-operative ICU Care in Heart and Lung Transplant Post Transplantation Rehabilitation and Long-term Care Clinical Posting III Professionalism in the Workplace |
| Semester 4 |
Project / Dissertation Clinical Posting IV |
- 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 Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 150000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 30000 ₹ | Between 81-90% – 15000 ₹ | Between 71-80% – 7500 ₹ |
