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Best Cardiologists for ICD Implantation in Chennai, India

This page lists 4 icd implantation doctors in Chennai, 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 4 icd implantation doctors in Chennai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About ICD Implantation doctors in Chennai, 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.

ICD Implantation doctors

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Dr. Ashok Kumar

MBBS, MD, DM
Group Director and Head of Department of Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre Chennai, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 11+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Group Director and Head of Cardiology, Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai (Present)
  • Consultant Cardiologist, Medicover Hospital, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography and Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization
  • Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Implantation
  • Complex Bifurcation and Left Main Coronary Stenting
  • Chronic Total Occlusion Intervention
  • Intravascular Ultrasound and Optical Coherence Tomography
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Gobu P

MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FIMSA, FESC
Head of Department, Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai Chennai, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Head of Department, Senior Consultant — Interventional Cardiology, Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, Chennai, India (Present)
  • Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, Chennai, India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
  • Transradial Coronary Intervention
  • Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) Guided PCI
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Guided PCI
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCity ChennaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. V. Narendra Kumar

MBBS, MD, DM, FESC
Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre Chennai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Senior Consultant — Cardiology, Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai
  • Consultant Cardiologist, Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Stenting
  • Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) Guided Intervention
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Imaging
  • Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) Assessment
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Vijayan Ganesan

MBBS, MD, DM, MRCP, FSCAI, CCEBDM
Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Rela Institute & Medical Centre Chennai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Senior Consultant — Cardiology, Rela Institute & Medical Centre (RIMC), Chennai, Present
  • Interventional Cardiologist, Aster MIMS Hospital, Kannur, Kerala
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Stenting
  • Coronary Atherectomy
  • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI/TAVR)
  • MitraClip Procedure for Mitral Regurgitation
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela Institute & Medical CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Starting from$10,000

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
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Ashok KumarDr. V. Narendra KumarDr. Vijayan Ganesan
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Gleneagles Global Hospital🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Starting from$10,000

Gleneagles Global Hospital

Est. 1999
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.7
112 reviews
1000+
Beds
27+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Gobu P
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for heart failure 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.

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About the Procedure

What is ICD Implantation?

An Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) is a small device placed under the skin near the collarbone, connected to the heart via leads, that continuously monitors heart rhythm and delivers an electrical shock or pacing pulse if a life-threatening arrhythmia is detected. It is recommended for patients with a history of dangerous ventricular arrhythmias, cardiac arrest survivors, or those with heart failure and severely reduced heart pumping function who are at high risk of sudden cardiac death. The procedure is minimally invasive and is typically performed by an electrophysiologist or cardiologist under local anesthesia with sedation.

Who may be considered?

ICD Implantation 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?

A single lead is placed in the right ventricle; suitable for patients without significant atrial arrhythmia or need for atrial pacing.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Single-Chamber ICD

Most Common

A single lead is placed in the right ventricle; suitable for patients without significant atrial arrhythmia or need for atrial pacing.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $700

ECG, Echocardiogram, Blood tests (CBC, kidney/liver function, coagulation profile), Chest X-ray, Coronary angiography (if not previously done), Cardiac MRI (select cases)

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $10,000 - $14,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~2-3 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~7-10 days recommended
Total stay: approx 10-14 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • ICD device and lead
  • Implantation procedure with cardiac catheterization lab
  • Hospital stay in cardiac ward/ICU as needed
  • Device programming and interrogation
  • Post-procedure ECG and wound check

Usually Not Included

  • Pre-arrival diagnostic tests
  • Visa and international travel costs
  • Long-term follow-up device checks after discharge
  • Accommodation for attendant/companion
  • Medications after discharge

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients resume light activities within a week, with restrictions on heavy lifting and raising the implant-side arm above shoulder level for about 4-6 weeks; a device check and wound review is typically scheduled before discharge and remotely thereafter.

Risks

Potential risks include infection at the implant site, bleeding, lead displacement, pneumothorax, or inappropriate shocks, though these are relatively uncommon with experienced implanting teams.

Alternatives

Depending on the patient's condition, alternatives may include optimized medical therapy with antiarrhythmic drugs, a wearable cardioverter defibrillator as a bridge, or cardiac resynchronization therapy with defibrillator (CRT-D) for patients with dyssynchronous heart failure.

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 ECG (12-lead)
  • Echocardiogram report
  • Coronary angiography report (if performed)
  • Cardiac MRI or CT report (if available)
  • Blood test reports (CBC, renal and liver function, coagulation profile)
  • Discharge summary from any previous cardiac arrest/arrhythmia hospitalization
  • List of current medications
  • Electrophysiology study report (if done)

Patient information needed

  • Full medical history of arrhythmia or cardiac arrest episodes
  • History of heart failure and ejection fraction value
  • Allergies, especially to contrast dye or anesthesia
  • Current medications including anticoagulants/antiplatelets
  • Any previous pacemaker or ICD implantation history
  • Diabetes, kidney disease or other chronic conditions
  • Smoking and alcohol use history
  • Family history of sudden cardiac death

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, condition (ICD Implantation) and procedure (ICD Implantation) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about ICD Implantation in Chennai, India

What is Heart Failure?
Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump or fill with blood effectively enough to sustain normal bodily function, causing fluid to back up into the lungs or body tissues. It is not a single disease but a clinical syndrome with multiple underlying causes and varying degrees of severity.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Heart Failure?
Common symptoms include breathlessness at rest or on exertion, persistent fatigue, swelling of the legs and ankles, rapid or irregular heartbeat, and difficulty lying flat due to breathing discomfort. In more advanced cases, people may experience sudden weight gain from fluid retention, reduced ability to exercise, and episodes of severe breathlessness at night. These symptoms can overlap with many other conditions, so their presence alone is not sufficient to establish a diagnosis of heart failure.
How is Heart Failure diagnosed?
Heart failure is typically assessed using a combination of clinical history, physical examination, blood tests (including natriuretic peptide levels such as BNP or NT-proBNP), a 12-lead electrocardiogram, and echocardiography to measure heart structure and pumping function. The ejection fraction — a key measure of how much blood the left ventricle pumps with each beat — is central to classification: heart failure may be categorised as HFrEF (reduced ejection fraction, generally below 40%), HFmrEF (mildly reduced, 40–49%), or HFpEF (preserved ejection fraction, 50% or above). Additional investigations such as cardiac MRI, coronary angiography, or exercise stress testing may be requested depending on the suspected underlying cause and the individual's overall clinical picture.
How is Heart Failure treated?
Treatment for heart failure is tailored to the underlying cause, ejection fraction category, symptom severity, and the presence of complications such as arrhythmias or valve disease. For many patients, a combination of guideline-directed medical therapy and lifestyle changes forms the cornerstone of long-term management, while others may require device-based or surgical interventions. Procedures available for eligible patients include implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation, cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT or CRT-D) to improve the heart's coordination, left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation as a bridge to transplant or as destination therapy, and heart transplantation for carefully selected patients with end-stage disease.
Can Heart Failure be treated without a procedure?
For most patients, non-procedural management is the primary or initial approach and includes evidence-based medications — such as ACE inhibitors, ARNIs, beta-blockers, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and SGLT2 inhibitors — alongside dietary sodium and fluid restriction, graded physical activity or cardiac rehabilitation, and close monitoring of weight and symptoms. Regular follow-up is critical because heart failure is a dynamic condition that may require adjustments to therapy over time. Non-surgical management alone may not be sufficient for patients with severely reduced heart function, refractory symptoms, or life-threatening arrhythmias, in which case procedural options are evaluated.
When is ICD Implantation considered for Heart Failure?
ICD Implantation 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 Heart Failure?
Heart failure is typically managed by a cardiologist with expertise in heart failure and advanced cardiac therapies, often working within a multidisciplinary team. For patients requiring device implantation, surgical intervention, or transplant evaluation, a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with relevant experience in these procedures will also be involved in care planning.
How do I choose a doctor for Heart Failure?
When comparing clinicians or centres for heart failure care, it is worth looking at the specialist's experience with your specific ejection fraction category and any coexisting conditions, the centre's access to advanced therapies such as LVAD programmes and transplant services, and whether a dedicated heart failure multidisciplinary team is in place to coordinate ongoing monitoring and 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.
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