Top Heart Surgeons in India

Finding the top heart surgeons in India in is an important decision for international patients travelling from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Guyana, Jamaica, the Middle East, Europe and the USA. India has experienced cardiothoracic surgeons and advanced cardiac centres offering CABG, valve replacement, TAVR/TAVI, aortic surgery, heart transplantation and other complex procedures. For international patients, India can also offer a significant cost advantage compared with private cardiac treatment in many Western countries.

It is important to note that there is no single official ranking of the “best” heart surgeons. The right surgeon depends on the patient’s specific condition, procedure required, surgical risk and hospital facilities.

Get a Free Medical Opinion: Share your cardiac reports with Heydocta to help coordinate a specialist opinion and treatment-cost estimate from a suitable Indian hospital.

Why Choose India for Heart Surgery?

International patients choose India because of the combination of:

• Experienced cardiac and cardiothoracic surgeons
• Advanced cardiac hospitals and ICUs
• CABG and minimally invasive cardiac surgery
• Valve repair and replacement
• TAVR/TAVI and structural-heart procedures
• Heart and lung transplantation at selected centres
• Comparatively affordable treatment costs
• Dedicated international-patient services
• Medical visa and travel assistance

The final choice should be based on clinical suitability and specialist expertise rather than cost alone.

Top Heart Surgeon in India  in 2026

Cardiac specialists associated with Heydocta’s partner hospital network.

Dr. Biswarup Purkayastha – Artemis Hospital, Gurugram

Dr. Biswarup Purkayastha is Consultant – Heart & Lung Transplant and Vascular Surgery at Artemis Hospitals. His areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery, coronary bypass including total arterial revascularisation, aortic surgery, mini AVR, hemisternotomy AVR, sutureless valves, and mitral and tricuspid repair techniques. He has also received international training in cardiothoracic surgery and heart-lung transplantation.

Cardiac Procedures Available in India

Leading cardiac centres can provide treatment for conditions including:

• Coronary artery disease
• Multiple blocked arteries
• Heart valve disease
• Aortic stenosis
• Heart failure
• Aortic disease
• Complex congenital heart conditions
• Certain rhythm disorders

Common procedures include CABG, angioplasty, valve replacement, valve repair, TAVR/TAVI, aortic surgery and heart transplantation in selected patients.

Heart Surgery Cost in India for International Patients

Treatment costs vary according to the surgeon, hospital, procedure, implant, ICU stay and patient’s condition. Indicative planning costs may include:

For example, Max Healthcare currently lists CABG from approximately USD 4,700 and single heart valve replacement from approximately USD 4,000.

These figures are indicative and should not be treated as fixed quotations. The final price may change based on the patient’s diagnosis, procedure complexity, implant or valve, hospitalisation and additional treatment requirements.

India vs Other Countries: Why Cost Matters

For self-paying international patients, Indian cardiac treatment can be considerably more affordable than private treatment in the USA, UK and several other high-cost healthcare markets.

However, patients should compare complete treatment packages rather than choosing a surgeon based only on the lowest quotation. Surgeon expertise, hospital infrastructure, cardiac ICU facilities, technology and post-operative care are equally important.

Talk to Our Medical Tourism Expert: Heydocta can help coordinate your reports with suitable partner hospitals and obtain an individualised treatment plan and cost estimate.

Heydocta’s Partner Hospitals

Heydocta works with:

• Artemis Hospital
• Fortis Hospitals
• Max Hospitals
• Manipal Hospitals
• Yatharth Hospitals
• Sarvodaya Hospital

Hospital and surgeon selection is based on the patient’s medical condition, recommended procedure, budget and availability.

How International Patients Can Start Treatment

1. Share medical reports: ECG, echocardiogram, angiography, CT scans and previous medical records.
2. Specialist review: The hospital’s cardiac team reviews the case.
3. Doctor and hospital selection: A suitable specialist is identified according to the required procedure.
4. Cost estimate: The hospital provides an indicative treatment quotation.
5. Visa and travel: Heydocta assists with medical-travel coordination and hospital documentation.
6. Treatment in India: The patient undergoes the recommended procedure.
7. Recovery and follow-up: The hospital provides discharge instructions and follow-up recommendations.

Medical Visa and Travel Support

Eligible international patients can apply for India’s medical visa, while eligible attendants can apply for a medical attendant visa. Heydocta can assist with hospital coordination, medical documentation, visa support, accommodation, travel planning and communication with the hospital.

There is no separate facilitation cost charged to patients by Heydocta for its medical tourism coordination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best heart surgeon in India?

 The appropriate surgeon depends on the cardiac condition and procedure required. Specialist associated with our partner hospital include Dr. Biswarup Purkayastha is leading  cardiac surgeons.

How much does heart surgery cost in India?

The cost varies by procedure. CABG may start around USD 4,700 at selected hospitals, while valve replacement and TAVR can have different pricing depending on the device and complexity.

Can international patients consult Indian heart surgeons before travelling?

Yes. Patients can initially share their medical reports for review and treatment planning before travelling to India.

Is India affordable for heart surgery?

India is often considerably more affordable for self-paying international patients than private healthcare in the USA and several European and Middle Eastern markets.

Which hospitals are available through Heydocta?

Heydocta’s partner network includes Artemis, Fortis, Max, Manipal, Yatharth and Sarvodaya Hospitals.

Conclusion

India offers international patients access to experienced cardiac surgeons and advanced hospitals for procedures ranging from CABG and valve surgery to TAVR and complex cardiac surgery. The top heart surgeon in India for a particular patient should be selected according to the diagnosis, procedure-specific expertise and overall medical requirements rather than a generic ranking.

Heydocta helps international patients coordinate medical opinions, hospital selection, treatment-cost estimates, medical visa support, travel arrangements and follow-up care.

Get Treatment Cost from Top Indian Heart Surgeons: Contact Heydocta.com today and Share your medical reports and let our team help coordinate your cardiac treatment journey in India.