Dr. Ashok Seth
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Dr. Ashok Seth

Chairman — Cardiac Sciences

Interventional Cardiologist

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India 40+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Ashok Seth

Dr. Ashok Seth is one of India's most distinguished interventional cardiologists, serving as Chairman of Cardiac Sciences at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in New Delhi. With over 40 years of clinical experience, he brings exceptional expertise and a pioneering spirit to cardiac care. His credentials include Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) across London, Edinburgh, and Ireland, alongside prestigious fellowships from the American College of Cardiology (FACC), the European Society of Cardiology (FESC), and recognition as a Master Interventionalist (MSCAI) by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions. He has also received multiple honorary Doctorates of Science from leading Indian universities including BHU, AMU, Amity University, and Shiv Nadar University, as well as a D.Litt from Jamia Millia University.

Dr. Seth's clinical expertise spans the entire spectrum of interventional cardiology, from diagnostic coronary angiography to complex coronary interventions including CTO angioplasty and left main vessel interventions. He is highly skilled in advanced imaging-guided techniques such as IVUS and OCT-guided angioplasty, and is a recognized leader in structural heart procedures including TAVI/TAVR and MitraClip procedures. A landmark achievement in his career was performing India's first heart valve repair without open-heart surgery at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, exemplifying his commitment to minimally invasive cardiac treatment. His annual patient volumes and case complexity reflect the high level of trust placed in him by the cardiac community.

Dr. Seth is exceptionally experienced in treating international patients, drawing referrals from across the Gulf region, Africa, and SAARC countries. His fluency in English and Hindi, combined with his global training background, makes him accessible to patients from diverse backgrounds seeking advanced cardiac interventions. At Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, international patients benefit from dedicated support services and seamless coordination for travel, accommodation, and follow-up care.

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, located in Okhla, New Delhi, is one of Asia's premier cardiac centres, equipped with state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization laboratories, advanced imaging modalities, and a team of world-class cardiac nurses and technicians. The institute holds NABH accreditation and maintains international standards across all clinical processes. Under Dr. Seth's leadership as Chairman, the cardiac sciences department continues to set benchmarks in complex interventional cases and patient outcomes. International patients choosing FEHI gain access to cutting-edge technology, transparent communication, and post-procedure follow-up coordinated through Gaf Healthcare's platform.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ashok Seth

  • Stable Coronary Artery Disease
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome
  • Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)
  • Left Main Coronary Disease
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Mitral Valve Regurgitation
  • Complex Coronary Lesions
  • Structural Heart Diseases
  • Cardiogenic Shock
  • Heart Valve Dysfunction

Areas of Interest

  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty
  • Complex Angioplasty
  • CTO Angioplasty
  • Left Main Angioplasty
  • IVUS Guided Angioplasty
  • OCT Guided Angioplasty
  • TAVI / TAVR
  • MitraClip Procedure
  • Heart Valve Repair
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Treatment
  • Structural Heart Procedures

Qualifications

  • FRCPLondon, Edinburgh, Ireland
  • FACCAmerican College of Cardiology
  • FESCEuropean Society of Cardiology
  • MSCAI
  • FAPSIC
  • FIMSA
  • FCSI
  • DScBHU, AMU, Amity University, TMU, Shiv Nadar University
  • D.LittJamia Millia University

Work Experience

  • Chairman, Cardiac Sciences at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi — Present
  • Chairman, Fortis Healthcare Medical Council — Present
  • Adjunct Professor of Cardiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
  • Interventional Cardiologist and Clinical Director, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
  • Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Procedures in India

Certifications (9)

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)

    Royal College of Physicians, London, Edinburgh, Ireland

  • Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC)

    American College of Cardiology

  • Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)

    European Society of Cardiology

  • Master Interventionalist (MSCAI)

    Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (USA)

  • Fellow of the American College of Radiology (FAPSIC)

    American College of Radiology

  • Fellow of the Indian Medical Association (FIMSA)

    Indian Medical Association

  • Fellow of the Cardiac Society of India and South Asia (FCSI)

    Cardiac Society of India and South Asia

  • Doctor of Science (DSc) — Honoris Causa

    Banaras Hindu University, Aligarh Muslim University, Amity University, TMU, Shiv Nadar University

  • Doctor of Literature (D.Litt) — Honoris Causa

    Jamia Millia Islamia University

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Outcomes of Complex Coronary Interventions Using Advanced Imaging Guidance: A Retrospective Analysis

    Indian Heart Journal2019

    Structural Heart Interventions in Complex Anatomy: Safety and Efficacy Profile

    Journal of the American College of Cardiology2020

    Long-term Follow-up of Patients Undergoing Minimally Invasive Valve Repair Without Open-heart Surgery

    Cardiovascular Intervention and Therapeutics2018

    Management of Chronic Total Occlusions: Technique and Clinical Outcomes in a Tertiary Cardiac Center

    EuroIntervention2017

    TAVI/TAVR in High-risk Patients: Assessment and Patient Selection Criteria

    International Journal of Cardiology2021

    Procedures

    Coronary Angiography and Diagnosis Coronary Angioplasty and Stent PlacementComplex Coronary InterventionChronic Total Occlusion (CTO) AngioplastyLeft Main Coronary AngioplastyIVUS-Guided AngioplastyOCT-Guided AngioplastyTAVI / Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)MitraClip Procedure for Mitral Valve Repair Structural Heart Procedures

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can easily book a consultation with Dr. Seth through Gaf Healthcare's platform via video consultation, phone call, or WhatsApp. Patients simply need to submit their medical reports and imaging files for initial review. Gaf Healthcare's dedicated team will coordinate the consultation timing across time zones and provide any necessary language support. After the virtual consultation, Dr. Seth will provide a personalized treatment plan with cost estimates and next steps.