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Best Cardiologists for Balloon Valvuloplasty in Delhi NCR, India

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

About Balloon Valvuloplasty doctors in Delhi NCR, 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.

Balloon Valvuloplasty doctors

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Dr. Col V Hariharan

MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FICA, FISE, FICC
Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Cardiologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India38+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 38+ years of experience in Cardiologist
  • Senior Consultant — Cardiology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, Present
  • Cardiologist, Apollo Hospitals network, New Delhi, 30+ years
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
  • Complex Coronary Angioplasty
  • Drug-Eluting Stent Placement
  • Transradial Coronary Intervention
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Cardiologist Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Hemant Gandhi

MBBS, MD, DM
Director — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Director, Cardiology Department, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, India
  • Interventional Cardiologist, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon, India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angioplasty (PCI)
  • Complex Coronary Angioplasty
  • Transradial Angiography and Angioplasty
  • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Nikhil Kumar

MBBS, MD, DM
Senior Director — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India39+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 39+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
  • Senior Director, Cardiology — Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon (Current)
  • Director, Cardiology — Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
Expertise & Procedures
  • Complex coronary angioplasty and stenting
  • Chronic total occlusion (CTO) intervention
  • Rotational atherectomy (Rotablation)
  • Pacemaker implantation
  • ICD (implantable cardioverter-defibrillator) insertion
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Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 39+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Vivek Gupta

MD, DM, FESC, FEAPCI, FAPSIC, FCSI, FICC, FIC France, FIEIC, FSCAI
Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Cardiologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India27+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 27+ years of experience in Cardiologist
  • Senior Consultant, Cardiology — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, Present
  • Extensive experience in cardiac interventions and coronary care across leading cardiac centers in India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Complex Coronary Angioplasty
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Stent Placement
  • Primary Angioplasty for Acute MI
  • Pacemaker Implantation
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Cardiologist Experience: 27+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Apollo Hospitals🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$3,500

Apollo Hospitals

Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Balloon ValvuloplastyCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Balloon Valvuloplasty
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Col V HariharanDr. Vivek Gupta
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Fortis Memorial Research Institute🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$3,500

Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Balloon ValvuloplastyCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Balloon Valvuloplasty
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Hemant GandhiDr. Nikhil Kumar
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for valvular heart 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 Balloon Valvuloplasty?

Balloon Valvuloplasty is a minimally invasive catheter-based procedure used to widen a narrowed (stenotic) heart valve, most commonly the mitral or pulmonary valve, without open-heart surgery. A deflated balloon is guided via a catheter to the affected valve and inflated to stretch open the fused or narrowed valve leaflets, improving blood flow. It is typically recommended for patients with symptomatic valve stenosis who have favorable valve anatomy and wish to avoid or delay open surgery.

Who may be considered?

Balloon Valvuloplasty 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 specially designed Inoue balloon catheter is passed via the femoral vein and across the interatrial septum to dilate a stenotic mitral valve, commonly performed for rheumatic mitral stenosis.

2 approaches available for this procedure:

Percutaneous Mitral Balloon Valvuloplasty (PMBV / Inoue Balloon Technique)

Most Popular

A specially designed Inoue balloon catheter is passed via the femoral vein and across the interatrial septum to dilate a stenotic mitral valve, commonly performed for rheumatic mitral stenosis.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $700

2D Echocardiography with Doppler, Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE), ECG, Chest X-ray, CBC, Coagulation profile, Renal function tests

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $4,000 - $7,000

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

  • Cardiology consultation and pre-procedure workup
  • Catheterization lab charges and balloon catheter
  • Procedure performed by interventional cardiologist
  • Hospital stay in cardiac care unit
  • Post-procedure echocardiogram

Usually Not Included

  • International flights and visa fees
  • Accommodation for attendant/companion
  • Long-term anticoagulation medication
  • Follow-up visits after discharge from India
  • Treatment of unrelated pre-existing conditions

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients are mobile within 24 hours and discharged within 2-3 days, with a brief period of rest advised before resuming normal activities; a follow-up echocardiogram is usually done before travel and again after returning home. Regular cardiology follow-up is recommended to monitor valve function over time.

Risks

Potential risks include bleeding or bruising at the catheter insertion site, cardiac perforation, arrhythmias, valve regurgitation, or in rare cases, need for emergency surgery. These risks are minimized when the procedure is performed by an experienced interventional cardiology team.

Alternatives

Alternatives include open-heart valve repair or replacement surgery, minimally invasive surgical valve repair, or, in mild cases, continued medical management with regular monitoring. The best option depends on valve anatomy, severity of stenosis, and overall patient health.

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 Echocardiogram with Doppler report
  • ECG report
  • Chest X-ray
  • Cardiac catheterization report (if previously done)
  • Complete blood count (CBC) and coagulation profile
  • Renal and liver function test reports
  • List of current medications, especially anticoagulants
  • Details of any prior heart surgery or intervention

Patient information needed

  • Age and body weight (especially for pediatric patients)
  • Detailed symptom history (breathlessness, fatigue, palpitations)
  • Known allergies, especially to contrast dye
  • History of rheumatic fever or congenital heart disease
  • Current medications and dosages
  • Any bleeding disorders or history of stroke
  • Pregnancy status if applicable
  • Presence of pacemaker or other implanted devices

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 (Balloon Valvuloplasty) and procedure (Balloon Valvuloplasty) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Balloon Valvuloplasty in Delhi NCR, India

What is Valvular Heart Disease?
Valvular heart disease is a condition in which one or more heart valves are damaged or diseased, preventing them from regulating blood flow correctly — either because the valve opening has narrowed (stenosis) or because the valve fails to seal fully and allows blood to flow backwards (regurgitation). Both problems can reduce the heart's pumping efficiency and, over time, affect overall cardiovascular health.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Valvular Heart Disease?
Common symptoms include shortness of breath — particularly during activity or when lying flat — fatigue, swelling in the legs or ankles, heart palpitations, dizziness, and, in some cases, chest pain or fainting. Severe aortic stenosis, for example, is associated with a notably higher risk of sudden cardiac events once certain symptoms appear. It is important to note that symptoms can be absent even with significant valve disease, and their presence or absence alone is not sufficient to establish a diagnosis or determine severity.
How is Valvular Heart Disease diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a clinical history and a physical examination, during which a cardiologist listens for characteristic heart murmurs. Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) is the primary investigation and provides detailed information on valve anatomy, the degree of stenosis or regurgitation, and the impact on heart chamber size and function — with severity commonly graded as mild, moderate, or severe based on standardised echocardiographic criteria. Additional investigations such as transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), cardiac MRI, CT angiography, or cardiac catheterisation may be used when further anatomical detail or haemodynamic assessment is needed before any intervention.
How is Valvular Heart Disease treated?
Treatment decisions depend on the specific valve affected, the severity grading on imaging, the presence of symptoms, and the individual's overall cardiac function and health status — all of which are assessed by a qualified cardiologist or cardiac surgeon. For mild-to-moderate disease without significant symptoms, active surveillance with regular echocardiography is often the initial approach, alongside medical management to control contributing risk factors. When disease is severe, or when specific clinical thresholds are met on investigation, procedural options such as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) or Balloon Valvuloplasty may be considered, and the choice between catheter-based and open surgical approaches is made on an individual basis.
Can Valvular Heart Disease be treated without a procedure?
Non-procedural management plays an important role for many patients, particularly those with mild-to-moderate disease or those awaiting a decision on intervention. This can include medications to manage symptoms such as heart failure (e.g. diuretics), to control heart rate or rhythm in associated atrial fibrillation, or to manage blood pressure — though it should be understood that medication does not reverse structural valve damage and is not a substitute for intervention when clinical criteria for it are met. Lifestyle measures such as salt restriction, monitored physical activity, and cardiovascular risk factor reduction (blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes control) also form part of a comprehensive management plan.
When is Balloon Valvuloplasty considered for Valvular Heart Disease?
Balloon Valvuloplasty 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 Valvular Heart Disease?
Valvular heart disease is primarily evaluated and managed by a cardiologist, specifically one with expertise in cardiac imaging and structural heart disease. For patients being assessed for procedural intervention, a multidisciplinary Heart Team — typically comprising an interventional cardiologist, a cardiac imaging specialist, and a cardiothoracic surgeon — collaborates to determine the most appropriate treatment pathway.
How do I choose a doctor for Valvular Heart Disease?
When comparing providers for valvular heart disease, it is worth asking about the centre's documented volume of experience with the specific valve procedure being considered (such as TAVR or surgical valve repair/replacement), the availability of a dedicated structural heart or Heart Team programme, access to advanced imaging expertise for pre-procedural planning, and the arrangements in place for long-term cardiac follow-up after any intervention.
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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