Dr. Amit Chandra
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Dr. Amit Chandra

Director — Cardiac Surgery

Cardiac Surgeon

Medanta - The Medicity Delhi NCR, India 28+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Amit Chandra

Dr. Amit Chandra is the Director of Cardiac Surgery at Medanta – The Medicity in Delhi NCR, one of India's leading cardiac surgery programs. With over 28 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chandra has established himself as a pioneering cardiac surgeon, having completed more than 10,000 cardiac operations throughout his career. He holds advanced qualifications including an MCh in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery and received specialized training at the prestigious Texas Heart Institute in the USA under the guidance of Dr. Denton A. Cooley.

Dr. Chandra's clinical expertise encompasses a comprehensive range of cardiac procedures, with particular distinction in complex mitral valve repair. He has been performing independent cardiac surgery since 1998 and is recognized as one of very few surgeons in India with exceptional proficiency in complex mitral valve repairs. Notably, Dr. Chandra pioneered the "Medanta Correction" technique, an innovative approach to mitral valve repair that has gained international recognition. His surgical work has been presented twice at the prestigious Mitral Conclave in New York, USA, and earned him a Travel Award for Best Paper at the Asian Cardiovascular Surgery Society Annual Conference in Istanbul in 2014.

Dr. Chandra has established a reputation for welcoming and caring for international patients. He regularly treats patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia who seek his specialized expertise in complex cardiac procedures. His approach combines meticulous surgical technique with compassionate patient care, supported by an international team fluent in multiple languages. At Medanta – The Medicity, international patients benefit from dedicated care coordinators and seamless communication throughout their treatment journey.

Medanta – The Medicity in Gurugram is a comprehensive tertiary care center equipped with state-of-the-art cardiac facilities, including advanced operating theaters, a dedicated cardiac ICU, and multi-disciplinary cardiac care teams. The hospital's commitment to cardiac excellence, combined with Dr. Chandra's innovative surgical techniques and extensive experience, makes it an ideal destination for complex cardiac procedures. International patients choose Medanta for its NABH accreditation, world-class infrastructure, and established protocols for managing overseas visitors. Whether you require routine coronary bypass surgery or complex valve repair, Dr. Chandra's team ensures comprehensive pre-operative evaluation, expert surgical management, and attentive post-operative care.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Amit Chandra

  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Multiple Valve Disease
  • Valve Stenosis
  • Valve Regurgitation
  • Aortic Root Aneurysm
  • Endocarditis
  • Cardiac Arrhythmia
  • Congenital Heart Defects

Areas of Interest

  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Valve Repair Surgery
  • Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
  • Double Valve Replacement
  • Multiple Valve Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Redo CABG
  • Aortic Root Replacement
  • Mitral Valve Repair
  • Complex Mitral Valve Repair

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MChCardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
  • Advanced Cardiac Surgical TrainingTexas Heart Institute, USA

Work Experience

  • Director, Department of Cardiac Surgery and Cardiac Care, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, Delhi NCR
  • Independent Cardiac Surgery Practice, 1998 to Present
  • Advanced Cardiac Surgical Training Fellow, Texas Heart Institute, USA
  • Cardiac Surgery Training, Multiple institutions in India

Certifications (4)

  • MCh (Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery)

    Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

  • MS (General Surgery)

    Master of Surgery

  • MBBS

    Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

  • Advanced Cardiac Surgical Training

    Texas Heart Institute, USA

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Novel Technique for Complex Mitral Valve Repair: The Medanta Correction

    Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery2014

    Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery in Complex Valve Disease

    Cardiovascular Surgery International2016

    Long-term Results of Redo CABG: A Single-Centre Experience Over Two Decades

    Asian Cardiovascular Surgery Journal2018

    Aortic Root Replacement: Technical Innovations and Clinical Outcomes

    Journal of Cardiac Surgery2015

    Safety and Efficacy of Complex Mitral Valve Repair in Developing Healthcare Settings

    International Journal of Cardiac Surgery2017

    Procedures

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can book a video consultation with Dr. Chandra through Gaf Healthcare's streamlined booking system. Simply contact our team via WhatsApp, email, or phone with your medical reports and clinical history. Our medical coordinators will arrange a convenient time for your video consultation, review your imaging and test results, and provide personalized recommendations. If in-person evaluation is necessary, Gaf Healthcare assists with visa support and hospital arrangements in Delhi NCR.