
Dr. Dillip Kumar Mishra
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac Surgeon
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About Dr. Dillip Kumar Mishra
Dr. Dillip Kumar Mishra is a Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with more than 33 years of dedicated practice in cardiac sciences. He holds a rigorous educational foundation with MBBS, MS in General Surgery, and M.Ch from PGI—qualifications that reflect comprehensive training from foundational surgical principles through advanced cardiac specialization. His career has been defined by clinical excellence and a commitment to evidence-based cardiac care.
Dr. Mishra specializes in complex cardiac procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, double and multiple valve surgery, aortic root replacement, and redo CABG procedures. His deep technical expertise and high surgical volume over three decades have made him a trusted practitioner for patients with advanced valvular disease, coronary artery disease, and complex cardiac pathologies requiring specialized intervention.
Dr. Mishra regularly treats international patients from the Gulf States, Africa, and South Asia who seek his specialized expertise. His fluency in English, Hindi, and Tamil enables seamless communication with diverse patient populations. Many international patients choose to travel to Chennai specifically for his surgical management, particularly for complex valve cases and redo procedures where his experience provides measurable reassurance and clinical advantage.
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, stands as one of India's premier cardiac centers, equipped with state-of-the-art operating theatres, advanced imaging facilities, and comprehensive post-operative intensive care. The hospital's infrastructure, combined with Dr. Mishra's surgical leadership, ensures that international patients receive world-standard perioperative care, nursing support, and follow-up coordination. The facility maintains robust protocols for international patient logistics, including visa assistance, accommodation liaison, and multilingual support services.
International patients seeking cardiac surgery in India benefit from both clinical expertise and significant cost advantage. Dr. Mishra's combination of experience depth, institutional resources, and proven track record across thousands of surgical cases makes Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, an established destination for serious cardiac interventions.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Dillip Kumar Mishra
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Aortic Root Aneurysm
- Infective Endocarditis
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Cardiac Arrhythmia
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Post-Infarction Septal Defect
Areas of Interest
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Heart Valve Repair Surgery
- Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
- Double Valve Replacement
- Aortic Root Replacement
- Redo CABG
- Multiple Valve Surgery
Qualifications
- MBBS —
- MS — General Surgery
- M.Ch — PGI
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery — Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai — Present
- 33+ years of active practice in cardiac sciences and advanced surgical intervention
- Specialized focus on complex valve surgery, coronary revascularization, and minimally invasive techniques
- Treating international patients from Gulf States, Africa, and South Asia throughout career
Certifications (5)
MBBS
Medical University
MS in General Surgery
University Medical School
M.Ch in Cardiac Surgery
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI), Chandigarh
Bharat Jyoti Award
Recognition of Excellence — 2010
Young Achiever's Award
Professional Recognition — 2009
Memberships (0)
Research Papers & Publications (5)
Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery in Complex Cardiac Patients
Indian Heart Journal — 2015
Long-term Survival and Quality of Life Following Multiple Valve Replacement Surgery
Journal of Cardiac Surgery — 2013
Redo Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Strategic Approaches and Clinical Outcomes
Cardiac Surgery Forum — 2011
Aortic Root Replacement in High-Risk Patients: Institutional Experience and Technique Refinement
Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery — 2012
Management of Infective Endocarditis with Valve Involvement: Surgical Indications and Timing
Journal of Cardiac Sciences — 2016
Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can schedule a consultation with Dr. Mishra through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated booking platform. We offer convenient video consultations via secure video call, WhatsApp messaging for quick inquiries, and detailed case evaluation by uploading medical reports and imaging files. Our international patient coordinators will guide you through the process, arrange language support in English, and coordinate all logistics including medical record review and pre-consultation assessment.
