Best Cardiovascular Surgeons for Mitral Valve Repair in India

This page lists 26 mitral valve repair doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 26 mitral valve repair doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Mitral Valve Repair doctors in India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Mitral Valve Repair doctors

Dr. Naresh Trehan Featured

Dr. 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
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta – The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Devi Shetty

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
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Narayana HealthHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Z S Meharwal

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
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan

MBBS, MS (Surgery), M.Ch (Cardiothoracic Surgery), Senior Registrar – CTVS, Visiting Fellowship (Heart Transplant & VAD)
Director – Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery · Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Director – Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi (Present)
  • Director and Chief CTVS, Max Hospital Patparganj, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
  • Total Arterial Beating Heart CABG
  • Off-Pump CABG (OPCAB)
  • Mitral Valve Repair
  • Mitral and Aortic Valve Replacement (Open and Minimally Invasive)
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Shiv Choudhary

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery)
Executive Director — Adult Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery; Director — Aorta Centre · Specialty: Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India32+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 32+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
  • Executive Director — Adult Cardiac & Vascular Surgery; Director — Aorta Centre, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla, New Delhi (Present)
  • Head of Department — Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery, AIIMS, New Delhi (Former)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Aortic Dissection Repair
  • Bentall's Procedure
  • Aortic Arch Replacement
  • Pulmonary Endarterectomy
  • Complex Aneurysm Repair
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Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon Experience: 32+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Ajay Kaul

MBBS, MS, MCh, Fellowship in Heart & Lung Transplant, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Chairman — Cardiac Sciences & Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Fortis Hospital Noida, Delhi NCR, India38+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 38+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
  • Chairman, Cardiac Sciences & Cardiac Surgery, Fortis Hospital, Noida — Present
  • Cardiac Surgeon specializing in advanced cardiothoracic procedures, 38+ years of practice
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
  • Minimally invasive coronary artery bypass
  • Heart valve repair and replacement
  • Aortic valve replacement (TAVR and surgical)
  • Mitral valve repair
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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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
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 28+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Arun Veeram Reddy

MBBS, MS, MCh (CTVS)
Senior Consultant Cardiac (MICS & Robotic) Surgeon · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore Bengaluru, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 17+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant Cardiac (MICS & Robotic) Surgeon, Medicover Hospital, Bengaluru, India — Present
  • Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, Manipal Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru, India — Previous Position
Expertise & Procedures
  • Robotic-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
  • Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS)
  • Off-pump coronary artery bypass
  • Mitral valve repair and replacement
  • Aortic valve repair and replacement
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH
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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
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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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
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

Hospitals where these doctors practise

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$7,500

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute

Est. 1988
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Z S MeharwalDr. Ritwick Raj BhuyanDr. Shiv Choudhary
Fortis Hospital, Noida🇮🇳 Noida, India
Starting from$7,500

Fortis Hospital, Noida

Est. 2004
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.5
88 reviews
236+
Beds
22+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Ajay Kaul
Medanta - The Medicity🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$7,500

Medanta - The Medicity

Est. 2009
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
6+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Amit ChandraDr. Harpreet WasirDr. Surinder Bazaz
+3 more
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road🇮🇳 Bangalore, India
Starting from$7,500

Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road

Est. 2007
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Harsha Goutham H VDr. Sathyaki P Nambala
Apollo Hospitals🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$7,500

Apollo Hospitals

Est. 1983
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. N SastriDr. Sanjay Kumar SharmaDr. Varun Bansal
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, India
Starting from$7,500

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

Est. 1996
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation
Mitral Valve RepairCardiovascular SurgeryLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
3+
Doctors for Mitral Valve Repair
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Pavan KumarDr. Swarup PalDr. Vishal Pingle

Why consider treatment in India?

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More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

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Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

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About the Procedure

What is Mitral Valve Repair?

Mitral valve repair is a cardiac surgical procedure performed to correct a leaking (regurgitant) or narrowed (stenotic) mitral valve by reconstructing the patient's own valve tissue rather than replacing it. It is typically recommended for patients with mitral valve prolapse, degenerative valve disease, or ischemic mitral regurgitation to restore normal blood flow and prevent heart failure. Repair is generally preferred over replacement because it preserves natural heart function and avoids lifelong blood thinners.

Who may be considered?

Mitral Valve Repair 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 traditional and most widely performed approach, involving a full sternotomy to access the heart on cardiopulmonary bypass while the surgeon repairs the valve leaflets, chordae, or annulus.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Open-Heart Mitral Valve Repair (Median Sternotomy)

Most Popular

The traditional and most widely performed approach, involving a full sternotomy to access the heart on cardiopulmonary bypass while the surgeon repairs the valve leaflets, chordae, or annulus.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $400 - $900

Echocardiogram (2D/3D), Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE), ECG, Chest X-ray, Coronary Angiography, CBC, Kidney & Liver Function Tests, Coagulation Profile, Blood Grouping

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $7,500 - $12,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~7-9 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~4-6 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 12-15 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Surgeon & cardiac anesthesia fees
  • ICU & ward stay
  • Operating theatre & bypass machine charges
  • Standard medications during stay
  • Post-op ECG/echo monitoring

Usually Not Included

  • International flights & visa fees
  • Attendant accommodation & meals
  • Post-discharge medications
  • Any unforeseen complication management
  • Follow-up travel after discharge

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients are mobilized within 24-48 hours after surgery and discharged once stable, with full recovery and return to normal activity typically taking 4-6 weeks; regular follow-up echocardiograms are advised to monitor valve function.

Risks

As with any open-heart procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, arrhythmias, stroke, and in rare cases the need for valve replacement if repair is not durable; overall success rates for mitral valve repair are very high in experienced centers.

Alternatives

Alternatives include mitral valve replacement (mechanical or bioprosthetic) for severely damaged valves, transcatheter mitral valve repair (MitraClip) for high-risk surgical patients, or continued medical management with diuretics and heart failure medications for milder cases.

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 2D/3D Echocardiogram report
  • Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) if available
  • Coronary Angiography report (if performed)
  • ECG report
  • Chest X-ray
  • Cardiologist's consultation notes/referral letter
  • Recent blood work (CBC, kidney & liver function)
  • List of current medications

Patient information needed

  • Age and current symptoms (breathlessness, fatigue, palpitations)
  • Severity and type of mitral valve disease (regurgitation/stenosis)
  • History of prior heart surgery or interventions
  • Existing comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease)
  • Current medications and allergies
  • Smoking or alcohol history
  • Preferred hospital location or budget range
  • Availability of a travelling companion/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.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location and procedure (Mitral Valve Repair) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Mitral Valve Repair in India

What is Mitral Valve Repair?
Mitral Valve Repair is a health condition whose presentation and severity can vary between patients. A clinician considers the reported symptoms, medical history, physical examination, relevant risk factors and appropriate investigations rather than relying on one symptom or test alone.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Mitral Valve Repair?
Symptoms and health effects of Mitral Valve Repair depend on the underlying cause, duration and severity. A person may have condition-related symptoms, reduced function or complications, while some people have few obvious symptoms. New, worsening or severe symptoms should be discussed with a qualified clinician; symptoms alone do not establish a diagnosis.
How is Mitral Valve Repair diagnosed?
Assessment for Mitral Valve Repair usually starts with a detailed history and examination. Depending on the concern, the clinician may review previous records, order blood tests, imaging or other condition-appropriate investigations, and arrange specialist review. The diagnosis and treatment plan should be based on the complete clinical picture and not on an online page alone.
How is Mitral Valve Repair treated?
Treatment for Mitral Valve Repair depends on the confirmed diagnosis, severity, cause, overall health and treatment goals. It may include observation or lifestyle and supportive care, medicines, rehabilitation, specialist monitoring, or a procedure such as Mitral Valve Repair when clinically appropriate. A specialist should explain expected benefits, limitations, alternatives and risks.
Can Mitral Valve Repair be treated without a procedure?
Many patients with Mitral Valve Repair may first be considered for non-surgical care, such as monitoring, medicines, rehabilitation, nutrition or activity changes, symptom management and treatment of related health issues. Whether this is suitable depends on the diagnosis and response to care; non-surgical treatment should not be stopped or changed without medical advice.
When is Mitral Valve Repair considered for Mitral Valve Repair?
Mitral Valve Repair 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 Mitral Valve Repair?
Mitral Valve Repair is commonly assessed by a Cardiovascular Surgery specialist. Depending on the diagnosis, a radiologist, physician, surgeon, rehabilitation professional or other member of a multidisciplinary team may also contribute. The appropriate doctor depends on the symptoms, confirmed diagnosis and whether a procedure is being considered.
How do I choose a doctor for Mitral Valve Repair?
Compare a Cardiovascular Surgery doctor's experience with Mitral Valve Repair, the type of cases they manage, relevant procedure experience where applicable, hospital affiliation, diagnostic approach, multidisciplinary support and follow-up plan. Ask which treatment options fit your diagnosis and what information the doctor needs before giving an opinion.
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.