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About Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) doctors in India
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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) doctors
FeaturedDr. Naresh Trehan
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Chairman & Managing Director · Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Medanta – The Medicity Gurgaon, India40+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 40+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgeon
- Chairman & Managing Director, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon (2009 – Present)
- Executive Director of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Escorts Heart Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi (1988 – 2009)
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Off-Pump CABG (OPCAB)
- Mitral Valve Repair & Replacement
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Double & Triple Valve Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta – The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Devi Shetty
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery), Fellowship in Cardiac Surgery
Chairman & Founder · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Narayana Health Bengaluru, India38+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 38+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Chairman & Founder, Narayana Health, Bengaluru (1999 – Present)
- Chief Cardiac Surgeon, B.M. Birla Heart Research Centre, Kolkata (1989 – 1999)
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Tetralogy of Fallot Repair
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
- Mitral Valve Repair
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Narayana HealthHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Z S Meharwal
MBBS, MS (Surgery), MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery), MNAMS
Executive Director & HOD – Cardiac Surgery / CTVS · Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 30+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgeon
- Executive Director & HOD – Cardiac Surgery / Cardiac Thoracic Vascular Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi (Founding Member, Present)
- Programme Director, DNB Cardiothoracic Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Off-Pump CABG (OPCAB)
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
- Mitral Valve Repair & Replacement
- Aortic Valve Replacement
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Amit Chandra
MBBS, MS, MCh, Advanced Cardiac Surgical Training
Director — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Medanta - The Medicity Delhi NCR, India28+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 28+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Director, Department of Cardiac Surgery and Cardiac Care, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, Delhi NCR
- Independent Cardiac Surgery Practice, 1998 to Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Mitral Valve Repair
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Multiple Valve Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Harpreet Wasir
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery)
Associate Director — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Medanta - The Medicity Gurugram, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Associate Director — Cardiac Surgery, Medanta — The Medicity, Gurugram (Present)
- Senior Resident — Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Aortic Root Replacement
- Double Valve Replacement
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Harsha Goutham H V
MBBS, MS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery — Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru
- Apollo Clinic, Electronic City — Bengaluru (Consultant Cardiac Surgeon)
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
- Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Surgery
- Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement
- Aortic Valve Replacement
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. K K Pandey
MBBS, MS, PhD (CTVS)
Senior Cardiac Surgeon · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India34+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 34+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Senior Cardiac Surgeon, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Specialised training in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery — Over 34 years of clinical experience
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Heart Valve Repair Surgery
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Mitral Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 34+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Kale Satya Sridhar
MCh, MS, MBBS
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon · Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 30+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgeon
- Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad — Present
- Attending Surgeon, Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Aortic Root Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. N Sastri
MBBS, MD, MS, FHCS, FICS
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India37+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 37+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
- Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon with international practice across USA, Europe, North Africa, and India — 25+ years
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Minimally invasive CABG
- Mitral valve repair and replacement
- Aortic valve replacement
- Double and multiple valve surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon Experience: 37+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Naveen Saraf
MBBS, MS, MCh
Director — Department of Adult Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India28+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 28+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
- Director, Department of Adult Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi — Present
- Cardiac Surgeon, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla, New Delhi — Over 28 years of practice
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Redo Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
- Heart Valve Repair Surgery
- Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
- Double Valve Replacement
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
4+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
3+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$16,000
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Est. 2018
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$16,000
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)Cardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for aortic valve disease treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)?
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) is a minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed or diseased aortic valve without open-heart surgery, using a catheter-delivered artificial valve. It is commonly recommended for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are at intermediate to high surgical risk, or who prefer a faster recovery than open valve replacement. The new valve is expanded inside the diseased native valve, restoring normal blood flow from the heart.
Who may be considered?
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
The artificial valve is delivered via a catheter inserted through the femoral artery in the groin, guided to the heart under imaging, and expanded to replace the diseased valve.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Transfemoral TAVR
Most PopularThe artificial valve is delivered via a catheter inserted through the femoral artery in the groin, guided to the heart under imaging, and expanded to replace the diseased valve.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $800 - $2,000
ECG, Echocardiography (TTE/TEE), Cardiac CT angiography, Coronary angiography, CBC, Kidney function tests, Coagulation profile, Carotid/peripheral Doppler
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $16,000 - $24,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~4-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~10-14 days recommended
Total stay: approx 14-18 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-procedure cardiac evaluation and imaging
- TAVR valve device and delivery system
- Cardiac catheterization lab and hybrid OR charges
- ICU/CCU stay and standard hospital room
- Cardiac surgeon, interventional cardiologist and anesthesia fees
- Post-procedure ECG monitoring and initial follow-up
Usually Not Included
- International and domestic travel
- Visa and airport transfers
- Accommodation for attendant/companion
- Long-term cardiac medications after discharge
- Any additional procedures for other cardiac conditions found incidentally
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients are mobilized within 24-48 hours and can return to light daily activities within 1-2 weeks, with a follow-up echocardiogram and ECG scheduled before discharge and again at 30 days. Alternative-access approaches typically require a slightly longer recovery due to the small chest or vascular incision.
Risks
Potential risks include vascular access complications, stroke, need for a permanent pacemaker due to conduction abnormalities, paravalvular leak, and rarely, valve malposition requiring further intervention. Your cardiac team will assess individual risk based on anatomy and overall health before the procedure.
Alternatives
Alternatives include open surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) for lower-risk patients, balloon aortic valvuloplasty as a temporary measure, or continued medical management with regular monitoring for patients unfit for any intervention. The choice depends on surgical risk score, valve anatomy, and overall life expectancy.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent echocardiogram (TTE/TEE) report
- Cardiac CT angiography and coronary angiography reports
- ECG and Holter monitoring if performed
- Recent CBC, kidney and liver function tests
- Carotid and peripheral vascular Doppler studies
- Cardiologist's clinical notes and STS/EuroSCORE risk assessment
- List of current medications, especially blood thinners
- History of prior heart surgeries or interventions
Patient information needed
- Full name, age, and current weight/height
- Detailed cardiac symptom history (breathlessness, chest pain, fainting)
- History of diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease or prior stroke
- Any known allergies, especially to contrast dye or medications
- Current mobility status and other comorbidities affecting surgical risk
- Details of any pacemaker or implanted cardiac device
- Preferred travel dates and availability of an accompanying attendant
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)) and procedure (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI)) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) in India
What is Aortic Valve Disease?
Aortic valve disease is a condition in which the valve controlling blood flow from the heart into the main artery of the body (the aorta) becomes narrowed, leaky, or both, impairing the heart's ability to pump blood efficiently.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Aortic Valve Disease?
Common symptoms include chest pain or tightness, unexplained shortness of breath on exertion, dizziness, fainting episodes (syncope), and progressive fatigue or reduced exercise tolerance — all of which may worsen as the disease advances. In some patients, significant valve disease is present before any noticeable symptoms appear, which is why routine monitoring matters. Experiencing any of these symptoms does not confirm a diagnosis, and a qualified clinician must evaluate their cause.
How is Aortic Valve Disease diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed clinical history and physical examination, including listening for characteristic heart murmurs. Echocardiography (an ultrasound of the heart) is the cornerstone investigation and allows specialists to measure valve area, pressure gradients across the valve, and the degree of regurgitation — findings that are graded as mild, moderate, or severe to guide management decisions. Additional tests such as an ECG, chest X-ray, cardiac MRI, or CT angiography may be requested depending on the clinical picture and whether an interventional procedure is being considered.
How is Aortic Valve Disease treated?
Treatment depends on the severity of valve disease, the presence and progression of symptoms, and the patient's overall heart function and health status — all determined through individual clinical assessment. Mild to moderate disease without significant symptoms is often managed with regular monitoring and medical therapy, while severe or symptomatic disease typically requires a procedural intervention such as surgical aortic valve replacement or, where appropriate, a transcatheter approach (TAVR/TAVI). The timing and choice of treatment are decisions made between the patient and their specialist team, based on the complete clinical picture.
Can Aortic Valve Disease be treated without a procedure?
For patients with mild or moderate aortic valve disease, a non-procedural pathway of regular echocardiographic surveillance and medical management (such as treating coexisting high blood pressure, managing cardiovascular risk factors, and prompt treatment of any arrhythmias) can be appropriate. However, it is important to understand that medications do not reverse or halt the structural progression of valve disease itself; once disease reaches a severe stage with symptoms or measurable decline in heart function, procedural intervention is generally necessary and non-surgical management alone is unlikely to be sufficient.
When is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) considered for Aortic Valve Disease?
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR/TAVI) may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Aortic Valve Disease?
Aortic valve disease is typically evaluated and managed by a cardiologist, often with subspecialty expertise in echocardiography or structural heart disease, and a cardiothoracic or cardiac surgeon for patients who may need surgical valve replacement. For patients being considered for transcatheter procedures (TAVR/TAVI), assessment and treatment are ideally carried out by a dedicated Heart Team — a multidisciplinary group including an interventional cardiologist and a cardiothoracic surgeon working together.
How do I choose a doctor for Aortic Valve Disease?
When comparing providers, look for a centre with demonstrable volume and experience in both surgical and transcatheter aortic valve procedures, access to a formal multidisciplinary Heart Team, and a structured programme for pre-procedural imaging assessment and long-term post-procedural follow-up.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.