Dr. Shiv Kumar Choudhary

Dr. Shiv Kumar Choudhary is an Executive Director of Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in New Delhi, bringing over 33 years of dedicated expertise in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. He holds advanced qualifications including MBBS, MS (CTVS), and MCh (CTVS), establishing a strong foundation in surgical excellence and academic rigour. His distinguished career includes a tenure as Professor and Head of the Department of CTVS at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), one of India's premier medical institutions.

Dr. Choudhary's clinical practice encompasses the full spectrum of adult cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. He is particularly recognized for his exceptional expertise in complex coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), including redo procedures, heart valve repair and replacement, aortic root and aortic surgery, and minimally invasive cardiac techniques. His command of emerging technologies such as TAVR/TAVI (transcatheter aortic valve replacement) combined with his classical surgical training enables him to offer patients both traditional and cutting-edge treatment options. His reputation as one of India's most trusted aortic surgeons reflects decades of refined technique and consistent clinical outcomes.

Dr. Choudhary regularly treats international patients from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Africa, and South Asian regions who seek surgical care at Fortis Escorts. His fluency in English and Hindi, combined with his patient-centred approach, ensures that international patients receive clear communication throughout their surgical journey. The Fortis Escorts Heart Institute provides dedicated support for medical-tourism patients, including pre-operative assessment, post-operative monitoring, and rehabilitation guidance.

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute is a NABH-accredited cardiac speciality centre equipped with advanced operating theatres, ICU facilities, and a multidisciplinary team of anaesthetists, perfusionists, and nursing staff trained in complex cardiac procedures. The institute's location in New Delhi, India's capital, offers excellent connectivity and a robust ecosystem of secondary and tertiary care facilities. For international patients considering cardiac surgery in India, Dr. Choudhary's combination of academic standing, operative volume, and institutional resources at Fortis Escorts represents a trusted option for high-risk and complex cardiac interventions.