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Best Hospitals for Coronary Angiography in Chennai, India

8 cardiology hospitals in our India network are listed in Chennai, accredited by JCI, NABH, NABL, with 4,035 beds combined.

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The Short Answer

This page lists the cardiology hospitals in our directory offering Coronary Angiography in Chennai, India, including Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Gleneagles Global Hospital, Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, SIMS Hospital and others. Each listing links through to the hospital's full profile page.

Including:🇮🇳 Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road🇮🇳 Gleneagles Global Hospital🇮🇳 Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre

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Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Featured
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road

Chennai, India 4.7 (125 reviews) 560 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 125 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH560 bedsHas a dedicated Cardiology department
Specialties & Accreditation
CardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road's Cardiology department in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.7/5
Rating
1983
Established
560
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
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Gleneagles Global Hospital
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 Gleneagles Global Hospital

Chennai, India 4.7 (112 reviews) 1,000 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 112 reviewsAccredited by NABH, JCI1,000 bedsHas a dedicated Cardiology department
Specialties & Accreditation
CardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by Gleneagles Global Hospital's Cardiology department in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Gleneagles Global Hospital, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.7/5
Rating
1999
Established
1,000
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
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Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre

Chennai, India 4.7 (108 reviews) 450 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 108 reviewsAccredited by NABH, NABL450 bedsHas a dedicated Cardiology department
Specialties & Accreditation
CardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by NABH, NABL

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre's Cardiology department in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, accredited by NABH, NABL, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.7/5
Rating
2018
Established
450
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
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SIMS Hospital
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 SIMS Hospital

Chennai, India 4.6 (20 reviews) 345 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 20 reviewsAccredited by NABH, JCI345 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOrthopedicsGastroenterology
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by SIMS Hospital's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. SIMS Hospital, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.6/5
Rating
1970
Established
345
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
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Sankara Nethralaya
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 Sankara Nethralaya

Nungambakkam, Chennai, India 4.4 (220 reviews) 200 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 220 reviewsAccredited by NABH, NABL200 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OphthalmologyRetina SurgeryCornea TransplantGlaucomaPediatric Ophthalmology
Accredited by NABH, NABL

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by Sankara Nethralaya's care team in Nungambakkam, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Sankara Nethralaya, accredited by NABH, NABL, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.4/5
Rating
1978
Established
200
Beds
Nungambakkam, Chennai, India
Location
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Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk

Kilpauk, Chennai, India 4.4 (76 reviews) 80 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 76 reviewsAccredited by NABH, JCI80 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SciencesOrthopedicsNeurologyOncologyGastroenterology
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk's care team in Kilpauk, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.4/5
Rating
2002
Established
80
Beds
Kilpauk, Chennai, India
Location
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MIOT International
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 MIOT International

Manapakkam, Chennai, India 4.4 (200 reviews) 1,000 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 200 reviewsAccredited by NABH, NABL, JCI1,000 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OrthopedicsCardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOncology
Accredited by NABH, NABL, JCI

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by MIOT International's care team in Manapakkam, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. MIOT International, accredited by NABH, NABL, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

4.4/5
Rating
1999
Established
1,000
Beds
Manapakkam, Chennai, India
Location
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MGM Healthcare
Starting from$5,500

🇮🇳 MGM Healthcare

Chennai, India 3.7 (34 reviews) 400 beds
Why consider this hospital?
3.7/5 rating from 34 reviewsAccredited by NABH, JCI400 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantCancer CareOrthopedics
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering coronary angiography can be cared for by MGM Healthcare's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. MGM Healthcare, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing coronary angiography.

3.7/5
Rating
1970
Established
400
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
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Our Methodology

How we selected these hospitals

A hospital appears on this page when Cardiology is among its listed specialties and it is located in Chennai, India. Hospitals are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows the listed rating (highest first), the same field shown on each hospital's profile.

What To Look For

How to Select the Best Hospital for Coronary Angiography in Chennai, India?

Choosing the right hospital for coronary angiography is one of the most important decisions in your treatment journey. A few factors are worth weighing before you decide:

International Accreditation

Look for a hospital with international accreditation such as JCI or NABH — see the accreditation badges shown for each hospital below.

Specialization

Check that the hospital's listed specialties actually include cardiology rather than only general care.

Capacity and Track Record

Bed count and year established (shown below for each hospital) are a reasonable proxy for scale and operating experience.

Transparent Costs

Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive estimate — hospital charges, room category and stay — before you travel. Our cost calculator (linked below) gives a starting estimate.

Clinical Overview

Understanding Coronary Angiography

Coronary angiography is a minimally invasive diagnostic catheterization procedure that uses fluoroscopic X-ray imaging and iodinated contrast media to visualize coronary artery anatomy, identify stenotic or occluded segments, and quantify hemodynamically significant lesions — guiding decisions on medical therapy, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), or surgical revascularization.

1–2 days (day-care or overnight observation, depending on radial vs. femoral access and post-procedure stability)
Hospital Stay
3–7 days (short-haul); 7–14 days (long-haul intercontinental flights — determined by access-site healing, contrast-induced nephropathy monitoring, and any concurrent intervention performed)
Total Stay in Country (Fit-to-Fly)
Diagnostic success rate: >95%; Major adverse complication rate: <0.1% in accredited high-volume centres
Success Rate

Clinical Overview

  • Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by the progressive accumulation of atherosclerotic plaque within the intima of the epicardial coronary arteries, leading to luminal narrowing, reduced myocardial perfusion, and — in the setting of plaque rupture — acute coronary syndromes including unstable angina, non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI).
  • The resultant ischemia triggers a cascade of myocardial stunning, hibernation, and ultimately irreversible necrosis if blood flow is not restored.
  • Risk stratification tools such as the SYNTAX Score, TIMI Risk Score, GRACE Score, and HEART Score guide clinicians toward appropriate timing and urgency of coronary angiography, from elective evaluation of stable angina to emergent catheterization in high-risk ACS.
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Who is a Candidate?

  • ELIGIBLE PATIENTS:
  • Patients with stable angina (CCS Class II–IV) unresponsive to optimal medical therapy (beta-blockers, long-acting nitrates, ranolazine, ivabradine)
  • Patients with a positive or equivocal non-invasive stress test: exercise ECG, stress echocardiography, nuclear myocardial perfusion imaging (SPECT/PET), or cardiac MRI with adenosine stress perfusion
  • Patients with acute coronary syndrome (NSTEMI/UA with GRACE score >140 or high-risk features; STEMI requiring primary PCI within 90 minutes of first medical contact)
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Treatment Options & Approaches

  • STANDARD DIAGNOSTIC CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY (TRANSRADIAL ACCESS — PREFERRED):

Recovery

  • PRE-PROCEDURE (Days −7 to −1):

Risks to be aware of

  • Coronary angiography is one of the safest invasive cardiac procedures performed today, with a major adverse event rate of less than 0.1% in experienced, high-volume centres.
  • However, patients and referring physicians should be aware of the following specific risks, stratified by likelihood:
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Why GAF Healthcare

  • GAF Healthcare provides comprehensive, concierge-level medical travel coordination from your home country to the catheterization laboratory and back, covering every logistical detail so you can focus entirely on your health.

Cost Range for Related Procedures

Cardiac Bypass Surgery (CABG)$5,500–$9,000
Heart Valve Replacement / Repair$6,000–$10,000
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Common questions about Coronary Angiography

What is the cost of Coronary Angiography in India vs. the UAE?
Coronary angiography is substantially more affordable in India compared to the UAE and both are significantly cheaper than Western countries. In India, a diagnostic coronary angiography (catheterization-only, no stenting) at a NABH- or JCI-accredited hospital typically costs between USD 600 and USD 1,800 — inclusive of catheterization laboratory fees, contrast agents, standard medication during the procedure, and one night of monitored hospital stay. In the UAE (Dubai or Abu Dhabi) at JCI- and DHA-accredited centres such as Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi or American Hospital Dubai, the same procedure ranges from approximately USD 1,800 to USD 4,500, reflecting the premium private healthcare environment, higher facility overheads, and imported consumable costs. By comparison, the same procedure in the United States typically costs USD 10,000–USD 20,000 or more. It is critical to note that these figures cover diagnostic angiography only. If percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) — including drug-eluting stent implantation, fractional flow reserve assessment (FFR), or intravascular imaging (IVUS/OCT) — is performed in the same session, additional costs apply and will be transparently quoted by GAF Healthcare prior to your departure. GAF Healthcare provides fixed pre-authorised cost packages with zero hidden billing, and our case managers can obtain a written cost estimate within 48 hours of receiving your medical records.
How long do I need to stay in the country before I am fit to fly home after Coronary Angiography?
The duration of in-country stay after coronary angiography depends on whether the procedure was purely diagnostic or whether percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) was performed in the same session. For diagnostic angiography only (no stenting): The vast majority of patients are discharged within 24 hours. Provided the access site (radial or femoral) is well-healed and renal function is stable (contrast-induced nephropathy is typically monitored at 48 hours), patients are generally cleared to fly for short-haul journeys (under 4 hours) after 48–72 hours and for long-haul intercontinental flights after 5–7 days. For angiography with ad-hoc PCI (stent implantation): A minimum in-country stay of 5–7 days is recommended for short-haul travel and 10–14 days for long-haul intercontinental flights. This allows monitoring for early stent-related complications (peri-procedural myocardial infarction, acute stent thrombosis), confirmation of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT — aspirin + clopidogrel or ticagrelor) tolerability, and stabilisation of renal function. Your treating interventional cardiologist at the GAF Healthcare partner hospital will issue an official medical fitness-to-fly certificate at discharge, taking into account your specific clinical profile, access-site healing, post-procedure troponin trends, and any comorbidities. Patients with eGFR <45 mL/min/1.73m² or those who experienced any peri-procedural complication may require a longer stay for additional monitoring.
What is the success rate of Coronary Angiography?
Coronary angiography has an exceptionally high procedural success rate and an outstanding safety profile when performed at accredited, high-volume interventional cardiology centres. The diagnostic success rate — defined as the ability to fully visualize all major epicardial coronary arteries and their significant branches with diagnostic-quality imaging — exceeds 95–98% in experienced centres. Technical failure is rare and is most commonly attributable to extreme coronary tortuosity, ostial anomalies, or severe peripheral vascular disease limiting arterial access. The major adverse event rate — encompassing death, stroke, myocardial infarction, or emergency surgery attributable to the angiography procedure itself — is less than 0.1% (fewer than 1 in 1,000 procedures) in NABH- and JCI-accredited hospitals in India and DHA-licensed centres in the UAE. Minor complications (access-site haematoma, contrast-induced nephropathy, vasovagal reaction) occur in 1–5% of cases and are almost universally self-limiting. When adjunctive techniques such as Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), or Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) are used to guide any concurrent PCI, the clinical success rate of stent implantation (defined as residual stenosis <10%, TIMI-3 flow, and absence of major procedural complications) exceeds 97% in contemporary practice. These outcomes are consistent with benchmarked international data from the NCDR Cath-PCI Registry, the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS) audit, and the EuroCathNet registry.

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How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Hospital for Coronary Angiography in Chennai, India

Discover the Top Hospitals for Coronary Angiography in Chennai, India

This page lists 8 accredited cardiology hospitals in Chennai, India, so you can compare accreditation, specialties and bed capacity in one place.

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Share your medical reports with us on WhatsApp or email. Our medical team reviews them and comes back with a recommended hospital and treatment plan for your case.

Transparent, All-Inclusive Costs

We provide a single, itemised quote covering hospital charges and stay — no hidden fees, and there's no charge for requesting an estimate. Use our cost calculator alongside this page for a first estimate.

Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination

Once you choose a hospital, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking nearby, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.

Curious what treatment might cost for your case? Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions about coronary angiography in Chennai, India

How many cardiology hospitals are listed in Chennai, India?
8 hospitals in our Chennai, India directory are currently listed for cardiology including Coronary Angiography.
How do you choose which hospitals to list?
A hospital appears on this page when Cardiology is among its listed specialties and it is located in Chennai, India. Hospitals are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows the listed rating (highest first), the same field shown on each hospital's profile.
How much does treatment cost in India?
Cost varies by hospital, city and individual case. Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate — see the link on this page.
Are there cardiology hospitals for this in other India cities?
See the "Hospitals in other cities" links on this page for the full India list.
Are these hospitals internationally accredited?
Hospitals listed on this page carry accreditations including JCI, NABH, NABL — see the accreditation badge shown for each hospital below.
Can I get a treatment plan and cost estimate before I travel?
Yes. Share your medical reports with the GAF Healthcare team over WhatsApp or email, and our medical team will review them and come back with a recommended hospital, a treatment plan and an itemised cost estimate before you commit to anything.
Do you help with visa, travel and accommodation?
Yes. Once you choose a hospital, our team helps arrange the medical visa invitation letter, book accommodation near the hospital, and organise airport pickup and transport to appointments.
What support do I get during and after treatment?
Our medical team reviews your reports and stays in touch throughout your treatment journey — from the first consultation through recovery, including after you return home.
What does the "Featured" label next to a hospital's name mean?
"Featured" reflects editorial prominence on this listing, not a clinical ranking or a claim that it is the "best" hospital.
How do I get matched with the right hospital for coronary angiography?
Share your medical reports and requirements with the GAF Healthcare team, and our medical coordinators will recommend a suitable hospital from this list based on your case.
Does the listed cost cover everything?
The figures shown are an indicative planning estimate, not a final quote from a specific hospital. Our team provides a single, itemised, all-inclusive quote before you make any commitment.
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