
Ruby Hall Clinic, India, Pune
Cardiac enterologist • 15 years experience
Hindi EnglishSwapneel Karne, MBBS - B J Government Medical College, Pune, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Pune, India. The doctor has 15 years of professional experience. Swapneel Karne areas of expertise include False.
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Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, India, Delhi
Cardiac Surgeon • 43 years experience
Hindi EnglishYugal Kishore Mishra, MBBS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 43 years of professional experience. Yugal Kishore Mishra areas of expertise include Valve Prolapse, Aortic Dissection, Ventricular Septal Defect, Aortic Regurgitation, Cardiac Ischaemia.
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Aster CMI Hospital, India, Bangalore
Cardiac enterologist • 28 years experience
Tamil EnglishGaneshakrishnan Iyer, MBBS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 28 years of professional experience. Ganeshakrishnan Iyer areas of expertise include False.
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Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, India, Delhi
Cardiac enterologist • 47 years experience
Hindi EnglishGanesh Kumar Mani, MBBS Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi 1969 , is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 47 years of professional experience. Ganesh Kumar Mani areas of expertise include False.
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Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, India, Chennai
Cardiac enterologist • 19 years experience
Hindi EnglishJ Ram Kumar, MS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 19 years of professional experience. J Ram Kumar areas of expertise include False.
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Aster Medcity, India, Kochi
Cardiac enterologist • 6 years experience
Malayalam English HindiGeorge Varghese K, MS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Kochi, India. The doctor has 6 years of professional experience. George Varghese K areas of expertise include False.
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Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, India, Delhi
Cardiac enterologist • 37 years experience
Hindi EnglishBhaba Nanda Das, MS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 37 years of professional experience. Bhaba Nanda Das areas of expertise include False.
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Apollo Hospital, India, Chennai
Cardiac enterologist • 45 years experience
Hindi EnglishGirinath M R, MS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 45 years of professional experience. Girinath M R areas of expertise include False.
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Fortis Hospital, Mulund, India, Mumbai
Cardiac enterologist • 39 years experience
Hindi EnglishKaushal Pandey, MBBS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Mumbai, India. The doctor has 39 years of professional experience. Kaushal Pandey areas of expertise include False.
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Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, India, Faridabad
Cardiac enterologist • 46 years experience
Hindi EnglishRamakant Panda, MBBS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Mumbai, India. The doctor has 46 years of professional experience. Ramakant Panda areas of expertise include False.
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Metro Hospital, India, Noida
Cardiac enterologist • 26 years experience
Hindi EnglishVivek Prakash Aggarwal, MBBS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Noida, India. The doctor has 26 years of professional experience. Vivek Prakash Aggarwal areas of expertise include False.
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nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, India, Mumbai
Cardiac enterologist • 22 years experience
Hindi EnglishRohit Shahapurkar, MBBS :- Graduated in 1996 from Seth G.S Medical College & KEM Hospital Mumbai, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Mumbai, India. The doctor has 22 years of professional experience. Rohit Shahapurkar areas of expertise include False.
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Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, India, Delhi
Cardiac enterologist • 20 years experience
Hindi EnglishVikas Kumar Keshri, MBBS - Govt. Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, 2004, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Vikas Kumar Keshri areas of expertise include False.
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The Madras Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology, India, Chennai
Cardiac enterologist • 20 years experience
Hindi EnglishVijit K Cherian, MCh, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Chennai, India. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Vijit K Cherian areas of expertise include Cardiac Failure, Valve Damage, Ventricular Septal Defect, Valve Regurgitation, Valve Prolapse.
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Fortis Hospital, India, Bangalore
Cardiac enterologist • 10 years experience
Hindi EnglishNischal Rajendra Pandya, MS, is a Cardiac Surgeon based in Bangalore, India. The doctor has 10 years of professional experience. Nischal Rajendra Pandya areas of expertise include False.
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Absolutely, many Indian hospitals are equipped with cutting-edge cardiovascular technology for AVR and MVR procedures. This includes advanced robotic-assisted surgeries, real-time 3D transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and transcatheter options like TAVI/TMVR. They also utilise minimally invasive valve replacement methods and have hybrid operating rooms. Plus, these hospitals often achieve international standards, such as JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation.
Yes, Indian cardiothoracic surgeons undergo rigorous training in both open and minimally invasive aortic and mitral valve replacement procedures, including complex cases and redo surgeries. Many of them also gain experience overseas, particularly in the United States and Europe, and follow the guidelines set by the European Society of Cardiology and the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association. You can find many leading experts working at top-notch facilities.
Patients dealing with severe valve disease and showing symptoms like these might need to consider valve replacement.
Replacing the valve can lead to significant improvements in symptoms and heart function. When performed by experienced teams and followed up with proper care, this procedure can boost survival rates and enhance quality of life. It can also help restore normal blood flow and prevent complications, even if it doesn't completely "cure" patients with severe heart disease.
India stands out as a centre for advanced cardiac surgeries, such as mechanical and biological valve replacements, TAVI, and redo valve operations. The hospitals there provide comprehensive cardiac care, staffed by highly skilled teams, all at competitive prices. This makes India an attractive option for international patients seeking both quality and value.
Yes, you can connect with a cardiac surgeon online through MediGence before making your trip to India. They provide virtual consultations and second opinion services with leading cardiovascular experts from JCI-accredited hospitals. Scheduling an online appointment is a breeze on the MediGence platform. Additionally, if you'd like to review patient testimonials, simply visit the surgeon’s profile on MediGence. There, you’ll find verified testimonials, success stories, ratings, and all the details about their experience and qualifications.
Check a cardiovascular surgeon's credentials, years of experience, and speciality on the hospital's official website to determine their credibility in India. Ensure they have completed fellowships or advanced training, ideally in the United States, the United Kingdom, or Germany. Verify membership in international organisations like EACTS or STS, or reputable professional associations like the Indian Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery. Seek affiliations with hospitals that have earned JCI accreditation, as this signifies a commitment to international quality standards.
In India, after undergoing AVR/MVR surgeries, patients usually spend about 7 to 10 days in the hospital. This includes a stay of 2 to 3 days in the intensive care unit. The whole recovery process can take anywhere from 6 to 10 weeks, depending on whether the surgery was open or minimally invasive. During this time, patients participate in cardiac rehabilitation, adhere to their medication regimen (especially if they have a mechanical valve), and gradually return to their normal activities, all while being closely monitored by their healthcare team.