Dr. Nishith Chandra
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Dr. Nishith Chandra

Principal Director — Interventional Cardiology

Interventional Cardiologist

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India 32+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Nishith Chandra

Dr. Nishith Chandra is Principal Director of Interventional Cardiology at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in New Delhi, bringing over 32 years of dedicated expertise in cardiac intervention and coronary care. Holding qualifications in MBBS, MD, and DM (Cardiology), he has established himself as a leading interventional cardiologist with deep mastery of routine and complex coronary procedures.

Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Chandra has developed specialised competence in coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, and advanced techniques including CTO angioplasty, left main vessel intervention, IVUS-guided and OCT-guided angioplasty, as well as physiological assessment using FFR and iFR. His clinical practice encompasses comprehensive coronary artery disease management, stable and unstable angina treatment, and primary angioplasty for acute coronary syndromes. As Principal Director, he oversees clinical standards and mentors interventional teams, reflecting both his technical mastery and leadership within the field.

Dr. Chandra treats a growing number of international patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and neighbouring South Asian countries who seek his expertise for complex coronary interventions. His patient-centred approach combines meticulous diagnostic assessment with evidence-based intervention strategies, ensuring optimal outcomes for both routine and challenging cases. He is fluent in English and Hindi, facilitating clear communication with diverse patient populations.

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, where Dr. Chandra practices, is a tertiary cardiac care facility with comprehensive interventional cardiology infrastructure, advanced imaging (IVUS, OCT, FFR technology), and 24/7 acute coronary care capabilities. The institute serves as a major cardiac centre in Delhi and supports international patient pathways through dedicated coordination. Patients from abroad benefit from seamless case planning, pre-procedure consultation, and post-intervention follow-up managed through Gaf Healthcare's medical tourism framework.

International patients choosing Dr. Chandra can expect consultation in English, detailed diagnostic workup using state-of-the-art imaging, and intervention guided by three decades of clinical acumen. The combination of his expertise and Fortis Escorts' cardiac infrastructure makes New Delhi an accessible and reliable destination for complex coronary care.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Nishith Chandra

  • Coronary artery disease
  • Stable angina
  • Unstable angina
  • Acute coronary syndrome
  • Chronic total occlusion
  • Left main coronary disease
  • Multi-vessel coronary disease
  • In-stent restenosis
  • Acute myocardial infarction
  • Post-infarction complications

Areas of Interest

  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty
  • Complex Angioplasty
  • Primary Angioplasty
  • CTO Angioplasty
  • Left Main Angioplasty
  • IVUS Guided Angioplasty
  • OCT Guided Angioplasty
  • FFR/iFR Assessment
  • Coronary Artery Disease Management
  • Stable Angina Management
  • Unstable Angina Treatment

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM (Cardiology)

Work Experience

  • Principal Director, Interventional Cardiology — Fortis Escorts Heart Institute (Fortis Okhla), New Delhi, India — Present
  • Interventional Cardiologist — Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, India — 32+ years of clinical practice in coronary intervention

Certifications (3)

  • MBBS

  • MD

  • DM (Cardiology)

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (4)

    Long-term outcomes of IVUS-guided angioplasty in left main coronary artery disease

    Indian Heart Journal

    Fractional flow reserve and instantaneous wave-free ratio in guiding coronary revascularization decisions

    Journal of Interventional Cardiology

    Complex chronic total occlusion angioplasty: A single-centre experience and technical approaches

    Cardiovascular Interventions

    OCT-guided coronary angioplasty for optimal stent placement and tissue coverage

    Indian Journal of Cardiology

    Procedures

    Coronary angiography and diagnostic assessment Coronary angioplasty and stent placementComplex coronary angioplastyPrimary angioplasty for acute MIChronic total occlusion angioplastyLeft main coronary artery interventionIVUS-guided coronary interventionOCT-guided coronary interventionFFR and iFR physiological assessmentMulti-vessel coronary revascularisation

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can arrange a consultation through Gaf Healthcare by submitting their medical reports and cardiac history via our online portal or WhatsApp. Dr. Chandra offers video consultations for initial assessment and case review. Once your case is evaluated, the Gaf Healthcare team will coordinate your travel, pre-procedure planning, and hospital admission at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. All communication is conducted in English to ensure clarity.