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ICD Implantation doctors
FeaturedDr. A. Guru Prakash
MBBS, MD, DM
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 30+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad — Present
- Training and Fellowship, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, Bangalore — 2006
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty
- Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (Primary PCI)
- Left Main Coronary Artery Stenting
- Bifurcation Stenting
- Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Interventions
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals
Dr. C. Raghu
MBBS, MD Medicine, DM Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology Fellowship, Level II Master's Course — Structural Heart Interventions, Effective Writing for Healthcare Certificate Course
Clinical Director and Senior Interventional Cardiologist · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda Hyderabad, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Clinical Director and Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad, India (Present)
- Interventional Cardiologist, Aster Prime Hospital, Hyderabad, India (2007–2023)
Expertise & Procedures
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- MitraClip Edge-to-Edge Repair
- Complex Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
- Chronic Total Occlusion Interventions
- Diagnostic Coronary Angiography
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SomajigudaHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Chandra Mouli S Mantravadi
MD, IDCCM, DM (Cardiology), Fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing, ECDS, Heart Failure Certification, EP Specialist Qualification, Executive Diploma in AI & ML
Consultant Cardiologist, Electrophysiologist & Cardiac Device Specialist · Specialty: Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Cardiac Electrophysiologist
- Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad — Present
- Consultant Cardiologist, Aster Ramesh Hospitals, Vijayawada — Present
Expertise & Procedures
- Cardiac Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
- Supraventricular Tachycardia Ablation
- Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation
- Pacemaker Implantation
- Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Electrophysiologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Damodhar Reddy Gouni
MBBS, MD, DM
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad — Present
- Interventional Cardiologist, Medicover Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Pacemaker Implantation
- ICD Implantation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech CityHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. E Sanjeeva Kumar
MBBS, MD, DM
Senior Consultant — Cardiology · Specialty: Cardiologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 17+ years of experience in Cardiologist
- Senior Consultant — Cardiology, Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad (Present)
- Consultant Cardiologist, Care Hospitals, India
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty (PCI)
- Pacemaker Implantation
- ICD Implantation
- Echocardiography
Cardiologist Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gokul Reddy Mandala
MBBS, MD, DM (Cardiology), FACC
Consultant — Cardiac Sciences · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 17+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant — Cardiac Sciences, Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
- Previously associated with Sam Higginbottom Institute
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary angiography and angioplasty
- Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
- Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI/TAVR)
- Pacemaker and ICD implantation
- Electrophysiology studies and ablation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gopi Krishna Rayidi
MBBS, MD, DM, FACC
Senior Interventional Cardiologist & Clinical Director — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City Hyderabad, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Senior Interventional Cardiologist & Clinical Director — Cardiology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad (Present)
- Interventional Cardiologist, Mamatha Hospital, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Coronary Angiography
- Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization
- Pacemaker Implantation
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, Hi-Tech CityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gururaj Pramod
DNB
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist — Cardiology · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda Hyderabad, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant Interventional Cardiologist — Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad (Present)
- Senior Resident, Department of Medicine — Yashoda Academy of Medical Education and Research
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with Stenting
- Pacemaker Implantation
- ICD Implantation
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SomajigudaHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Kala Jeethender Jain
MBBS, MD, DM, FSCAI
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist · Specialty: Interventional Cardiologist
Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiologist
- Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, Hyderabad, Present
- Specialist training in Cardiology, Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad, 2012–2015
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary angiography and diagnosis
- Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA)
- Coronary stent implantation
- Chronic total occlusion (CTO) intervention
- Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVR)
Interventional Cardiologist Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals
Dr. Karunakar Rapolu
MBBS, MD, DM, Fellowship – Structural Heart Disease and TAVR
Consultant Cardiologist · Specialty: Cardiologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India9+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 9+ years of experience in Cardiologist
- Consultant Cardiologist, Apollo Hospital Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad – Present
- Cardiologist with specialized focus on Structural Heart Disease and TAVR
Expertise & Procedures
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty (PCI)
- Complex Angioplasty
- Pacemaker Implantation
- CRT and CRT-D Device Implantation
Cardiologist Experience: 9+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Hitec City, Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Medicover Hospital Hitec City
Est. 2011
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
4.3
95 reviews
250+
Beds
15+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$10,000
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
ICD ImplantationCardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical Oncology
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Doctors for ICD Implantation
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for heart failure treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
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Internationally accredited hospitals
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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 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
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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 Hyderabad, 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.