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Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair doctors
FeaturedDr. 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
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 38+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Narayana HealthHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Krishna S Iyer
MBBS, MS (Surgery), M.Ch (Cardiothoracic Surgery), Fellowship in Infant Cardiac Surgery
Executive Director – Pediatric & Congenital Heart Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Executive Director – Pediatric & Congenital Heart Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi (1995 – Present)
- Associate Professor – Department of CTVS, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Arterial Switch Operation (for TGA)
- Double-Switch Operation
- Tetralogy of Fallot Repair
- VSD Closure (Open and Catheter-Based)
- ASD Closure
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Aseem R Srivastava
MBBS, M.S. (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Cardio-Vascular and Thoracic Surgery), Clinical Fellow — Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Clinical Fellow — Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clinical Instructor — Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Head, Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Artemis Hospital Gurugram, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (Current)
- Clinical Instructor — Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, East Carolina Heart Institute, USA
Expertise & Procedures
- Arterial switch operation (transposition of great arteries)
- Tetralogy of Fallot total correction
- Fontan and cavopulmonary connection
- VSD and ASD closure
- Ebstein's anomaly repair
Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Rajesh Sharma
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery), Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
Program Clinical Director – Paediatric (Ped) Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Marengo Asia Hospitals Faridabad, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 30+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Program Clinical Director – Paediatric (Ped) Cardiac Surgery, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad (Present)
- Senior Consultant — Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Arterial switch operation (d-TGA)
- Double-switch operation (CCTGA)
- Fontan and cavopulmonary connection
- Biventricular repair for complex congenital defects
- Neonatal and infant open-heart surgery
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Marengo Asia HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Kulbhushan Singh Dagar
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Principal Director, Chief Surgeon & Head – Neonatal & Congenital Heart Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India29+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 29+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Principal Director, Chief Surgeon & Head – Neonatal & Congenital Heart Surgery, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi (Present)
- Director, Paediatric Cardiac Programme, Lotus Children's Hospital, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Neonatal open-heart surgery for complex congenital defects
- Arterial switch operation
- VSD and ASD closure (open and device)
- Tetralogy of Fallot total correction
- Pulmonary atresia repair
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 29+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Ankit Garg
MBBS, MD, FNB
Senior Consultant — Pediatric Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Senior Consultant – Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi – Present
- Consultant – Pediatric Cardiology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Device Closure of Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
- Device Closure of Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
- Device Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
- Balloon Pulmonary Valvotomy
- Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) Repair Surgery
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Bhushan Chavan
MBBS, DNB (Paediatrics), FNB (Paediatric Cardiology)
Consultant — Pediatric Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals Mumbai, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 18+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Consultant, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery — Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai, Present
- 18+ years of clinical experience in pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery
Expertise & Procedures
- ASD Device Closure (Atrial Septal Defect)
- VSD Device Closure (Ventricular Septal Defect)
- PDA Device Closure (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
- Pediatric Echocardiography and Fetal Cardiac Imaging
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgical Repair
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo HospitalsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Gaurav Kumar
MBBS, MS, DNB (CTVS), FRCS-CTh, MBA, Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Senior Consultant — Pediatric Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India27+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 27+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Senior Consultant, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Delhi — Multiple years
Expertise & Procedures
- Surgical closure of atrial septal defects (ASD)
- Surgical closure of ventricular septal defects (VSD)
- Device-based closure of ASD and VSD
- Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) repair
- Arterial switch operation for TGA
Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 27+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Krishna Subramony Iyer
MBBS, MS, MCh
Chairman & Head of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery · Specialty: Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India42+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 42+ years of experience in Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Chairman & Head of Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, India — Present
- Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, India — 42+ years of experience
Expertise & Procedures
- Arterial Switch Operation (ASO) for Transposition of Great Arteries
- Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) Repair
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Surgical Closure
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
- Fontan Procedure for single ventricle physiology
Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 42+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Mahendra Narwaley
MBBS, MS, MCh
Additional Director of Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery & Lead Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon · Specialty: Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurgaon, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Additional Director of Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
- Lead Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
Expertise & Procedures
- Arterial switch operation for transposition of great arteries
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD) closure
- Atrial septal defect (ASD) closure
- Fontan procedure for single ventricle disease
- Glenn procedure (bidirectional cavopulmonary anastomosis)
Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Faridabad, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Marengo Asia Hospitals
Est. 2007
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.4
54 reviews
450+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Est. 1996
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.8
1100 reviews
1000+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairLiver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
1+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$5,500
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) RepairCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair
4.7
125 reviews
560+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for ventricular septal defect (vsd) 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 Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair?
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) repair is a cardiac procedure performed to close an abnormal opening between the two lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart, which allows oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood to mix. If left uncorrected, a significant VSD can lead to heart failure, poor growth, recurrent lung infections, and pulmonary hypertension in children. Repair is typically recommended in infancy or childhood, either through open-heart surgery or a minimally invasive device closure, depending on the size and location of the defect.
Who may be considered?
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) 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 defect is closed using a patch (synthetic material or the patient's own pericardial tissue) via open-heart surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass, suitable for most VSD sizes and locations.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Open Heart Surgical Repair (with Cardiopulmonary Bypass)
Most CommonThe defect is closed using a patch (synthetic material or the patient's own pericardial tissue) via open-heart surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass, suitable for most VSD sizes and locations.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $300 - $900
Echocardiogram, ECG, Chest X-ray, CBC, coagulation profile, renal and liver function tests, cardiac catheterization (if needed), pediatric cardiology consultation
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $5,500 - $9,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~7-10 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~3-4 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 3-4 weeks
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-operative cardiac work-up
- Surgeon, anesthetist and ICU fees
- Cardiopulmonary bypass and OT charges
- Hospital stay in ICU and ward
- Standard medications during stay
- One follow-up echocardiogram before discharge
Usually Not Included
- International/domestic flights
- Visa and travel insurance
- Attendant accommodation and meals
- Post-discharge medications
- Extended ICU stay if complications arise
Recovery and follow-up
Most children recover well with a hospital stay of a few days to two weeks depending on the approach, followed by restricted physical activity and regular follow-up echocardiograms over the following months to confirm proper healing and closure. Long-term outcomes are generally excellent, with most patients leading a normal, active life after full recovery.
Risks
As with any cardiac procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, arrhythmias, residual defects requiring re-intervention, and in rare cases, complications related to anesthesia or the closure device. Open-heart repair carries additional risks associated with cardiopulmonary bypass, while device closure carries a small risk of device dislodgement or valve interference.
Alternatives
For small, hemodynamically insignificant VSDs, careful monitoring without immediate intervention may be recommended, as some defects close spontaneously in early childhood. Medical management of heart failure symptoms may be used as a temporary measure until the child is fit for a definitive surgical or catheter-based closure.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
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Reports required
- Recent echocardiogram report with defect size and location
- ECG report
- Chest X-ray
- Pediatric cardiologist's clinical notes/referral letter
- Cardiac catheterization report (if performed)
- Growth chart/weight and height history for children
- Previous hospitalization or treatment records
- Any prior cardiac surgery/procedure reports
Patient information needed
- Patient's age and current weight
- Presence of symptoms such as breathlessness, poor feeding or recurrent chest infections
- History of heart murmur detection
- Any associated congenital heart defects
- Current medications being taken
- Family history of congenital heart disease
- Previous cardiac interventions or surgeries
- Passport and visa readiness for travel to India
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 (Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair) and procedure (Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) 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 Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair in India
What is Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a hole in the wall (septum) dividing the heart's left and right ventricles, present from birth, which allows abnormal blood flow between the two chambers. The defect varies in size, position, and clinical significance, ranging from tiny openings that cause no symptoms to large defects that meaningfully affect heart and lung function.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
Common signs include a heart murmur detected on examination, rapid or laboured breathing, poor feeding and slow weight gain in infants, fatigue, and reduced exercise tolerance in older children or adults. In large defects, recurrent chest infections and signs of heart failure — such as sweating during feeds or persistent breathlessness — may also occur. These features can be associated with many cardiac and non-cardiac conditions, so symptoms alone are not sufficient to establish a diagnosis.
How is Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed clinical history and physical examination, where a characteristic heart murmur may be the first clue, followed by echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart), which is the primary tool for confirming the defect's size, location, and its effect on blood flow and heart chamber pressures. Chest X-ray and electrocardiogram (ECG) help assess associated changes in heart size and rhythm, and cardiac catheterisation or cardiac MRI may be recommended in selected cases to measure pulmonary artery pressures or provide additional anatomical detail before intervention. Defects are broadly characterised by their anatomical position (perimembranous, muscular, inlet, or outlet) and by haemodynamic significance, which guides management decisions.
How is Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) treated?
Treatment depends on the size of the defect, its haemodynamic impact, the patient's age and overall health, and whether complications such as pulmonary hypertension are present. Small, restrictive VSDs with no significant effect on heart function are often managed with active surveillance rather than immediate intervention. When closure is indicated, options include open-heart surgical repair under cardiopulmonary bypass or, in suitable cases, transcatheter (catheter-based) device closure — a less invasive approach performed through blood vessels without open surgery.
Can Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) be treated without a procedure?
Many small VSDs, particularly muscular defects in infants, close spontaneously within the first years of life and are managed with watchful waiting and periodic echocardiographic monitoring. For patients with symptoms such as poor weight gain or mild heart failure, medical therapy — including diuretics or medications to reduce cardiac workload — may be used to stabilise the child while awaiting spontaneous closure or as a bridge to planned intervention. However, for haemodynamically significant defects that do not close on their own, definitive closure (surgical or transcatheter) is generally necessary and medical management alone is not considered a long-term solution.
When is Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Repair considered for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) 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 Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
VSD is primarily evaluated and managed by a paediatric cardiologist, who coordinates care from diagnosis through to follow-up; when surgical repair is required, a congenital cardiac surgeon performs the procedure. Adults with unrepaired or previously repaired VSDs are typically followed by a cardiologist specialising in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD).
How do I choose a doctor for Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
When selecting a centre or specialist, consider the team's documented experience with VSD repair and transcatheter closure specifically, the availability of a dedicated congenital heart programme with multidisciplinary support (including paediatric cardiac anaesthesia, intensive care, and cardiac imaging), and a clear plan for structured long-term follow-up, since some patients require ongoing monitoring for arrhythmia, residual shunting, or pulmonary pressure changes even after successful closure.
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.