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About ICD Implantation doctors in Delhi NCR, India
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ICD Implantation doctors
FeaturedDr. Anil Saxena
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Cardiology)
Executive Director – Cardiology (Cardiac Electrophysiology) · Specialty: Electrophysiologist & Cardiologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Electrophysiologist & Cardiologist
- Executive Director – Cardiology (Cardiac Pacing & Electrophysiology), Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi (1989 – Present)
- Past President, Indian Heart Rhythm Society (IHRS)
Expertise & Procedures
- Electrophysiological Study (EPS)
- Catheter RF Ablation – Atrial Fibrillation
- Catheter RF Ablation – Ventricular Tachycardia
- Catheter RF Ablation – SVT / WPW Syndrome
- 3D Mapping (CARTO and EnSite systems)
Electrophysiologist & Cardiologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Aparna Jaswal
MBBS — Gold Medalist, MD (Medicine), DNB (Cardiology) — Gold Medalist, Observation Training, Certified Cardiac Device Specialist
Director — Electrophysiology & Cardiac Pacing · Specialty: Electrophysiologist & Cardiac Pacing Specialist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Electrophysiologist & Cardiac Pacing Specialist
- Director — Electrophysiology & Cardiac Pacing, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute & Research Centre, New Delhi (Present)
- Joined Escorts Heart Institute in 1998 — Department of Cardiac Electrophysiology
Expertise & Procedures
- Radio Frequency Catheter Ablation of SVT, AF, AFL, VT
- Three-Dimensional Electroanatomic Mapping
- Single & Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Implantation
- Leadless Pacemaker Implantation
- Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Electrophysiologist & Cardiac Pacing Specialist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. T. S. Kler
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology), MRCP (UK), FRCP (UK), FACC (USA), D.Sc (Honoris Causa)
Chairman & HOD — BLK-Max Heart & Vascular Institute · Chairman Pan Max Electrophysiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India37+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 37+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
- Chairman & HOD, BLK-Max Heart & Vascular Institute, New Delhi — Present
- Chairman, Pan Max Electrophysiology, New Delhi — Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary angioplasty and stent placement
- Renal and carotid artery angioplasty
- Peripheral vascular interventions
- Pacemaker and ICD implantation
- CRT-P and CRT-D device implantation
Interventional Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist Experience: 37+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Abhinav Chhabra
MBBS, MD, DM
Consultant — Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Care · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Medanta — The Medicity Gurugram, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant, Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Care — Medanta — The Medicity, Gurugram, India (Present)
- 15+ years of clinical practice in cardiology with specialist focus on interventional procedures and device implantation
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary angiography and diagnostic catheterization
- Coronary angioplasty with stent placement
- Complex and chronic total occlusion angioplasty
- Pacemaker and ICD implantation
- CRT device implantation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta — The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Amit Bhushan Sharma
DM in Cardiology, Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology, Fellowship in Electrophysiology, Pacing and Devices, Fellowship in Pediatric Device Procedures, FESC, FSCAI
Director and Unit Head — Cardiology – Interventional · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Paras Hospitals Gurugram, India23+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 23+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Director and Unit Head, Cardiology – Interventional, Paras Hospitals, Gurugram
- Founder Member, TACVI (Training Academy for Cardiovascular Vascular Interventions)
Expertise & Procedures
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Device Closure
- Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty
- MitraClip Procedure for Mitral Regurgitation
- Pacemaker and ICD Implantation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Amitesh Chakravarty
MBBS, DM (Cardiology)
Senior Consultant — Electrophysiology and Cardiac Pacing · Specialty: Electrophysiologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Electrophysiologist
- Senior Consultant, Department of Electrophysiology and Cardiac Pacing, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi — Present
- 15+ years of experience in cardiac sciences and electrophysiology
Expertise & Procedures
- Electrophysiology Studies
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Cryoablation
- Atrial Fibrillation Ablation
- Pacemaker Implantation
Electrophysiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Ankur Kaushik
MBBS, MD, DM
Associate Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Cardiologist
Medanta — The Medicity Gurugram, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Cardiologist
- Associate Consultant — Cardiology, Medanta — The Medicity, Gurugram, India (Present)
- 12+ years of clinical experience in cardiology and cardiac interventions
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography
- Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)
- ICD Implantation
- Pacemaker Implantation
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Arrhythmias
Cardiologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta — The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anshul Patodia
MBBS, MD, DM (Cardiology), EP Fellowship, Training in Radiofrequency Ablation for Thyroid Nodules
Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Medanta — The Medicity Delhi NCR, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant Cardiologist — Medanta — The Medicity, Delhi NCR, India (Present)
- Interventional Cardiologist with specialized focus on electrophysiology and percutaneous coronary interventions
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting (PCI)
- Diagnostic Coronary Angiography
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Pacemaker Implantation
- ICD Implantation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta — The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Anurag Passi
MBBS, MD, DM
Principal Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Principal Consultant — Cardiology (Interventional Cardiology), Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Angioplasty
- Complex Coronary Intervention
- Left Main Angioplasty
- Multivessel Angioplasty
- Bifurcation Angioplasty
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Arvind M Das
MBBS, MD, DM, Fellowship in Pacing & Electrophysiology
Principal Director and HOD — Cardiology · Specialty: Cardiologist
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India37+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 37+ years of experience in Cardiologist
- Principal Director and HOD, Cardiology — Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
- Cardiologist — Max Multi Speciality Centre, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty
- Pacemaker Implantation and Programming
- ICD Implantation and Device Management
- CRT and CRT-D Implantation
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Arrhythmias
Cardiologist Experience: 37+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
7+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$10,000
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
8+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Paras Hospitals
Est. 2006
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
5+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Artemis Hospital
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
3+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
4+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh
Est. 2010
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.5
68 reviews
262+
Beds
16+
Years Since Founded
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.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
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 CommonA 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.
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 Delhi NCR, 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.