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Best Hospitals for Double Valve Replacement in Chennai, India

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

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This page lists the cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals in our directory offering Double Valve Replacement 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.

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Compare 8 accredited hospitals for Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery in Chennai, India

🇮🇳 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 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering double valve replacement can be cared for by Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road's care team 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 double valve replacement.

4.7/5
Rating
1983
Established
560
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
Gleneagles Global Hospital

🇮🇳 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 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering double valve replacement can be cared for by Gleneagles Global Hospital's care team 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 double valve replacement.

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

🇮🇳 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 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
Accredited by NABH, NABL

Patients considering double valve replacement can be cared for by Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre's care team 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 double valve replacement.

4.7/5
Rating
2018
Established
450
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
SIMS Hospital

🇮🇳 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 double valve replacement 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 double valve replacement.

4.6/5
Rating
1970
Established
345
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
Sankara Nethralaya

🇮🇳 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 double valve replacement 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 double valve replacement.

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

🇮🇳 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 double valve replacement 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 double valve replacement.

4.4/5
Rating
2002
Established
80
Beds
Kilpauk, Chennai, India
Location
MIOT International

🇮🇳 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 double valve replacement 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 double valve replacement.

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

🇮🇳 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 double valve replacement 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 double valve replacement.

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

How we selected these hospitals

A hospital appears on this page when Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery 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 Double Valve Replacement in Chennai, India?

Choosing the right hospital for double valve replacement 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 cardiothoracic & vascular surgery 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 Double Valve Replacement

Double Valve Replacement (DVR) is an open-heart surgical procedure in which two diseased cardiac valves — most commonly the mitral and aortic — are simultaneously excised and replaced with either mechanical prostheses or bioprosthetic tissue valves, restoring normal hemodynamic flow and relieving the chronic pressure overload that causes irreversible ventricular remodeling.

10–14 days (including 3–5 days in the Cardiac ICU followed by a step-down ward)
Hospital Stay
6–8 weeks post-surgery before clearance for long-haul international flight (surgeon sign-off and repeat echocardiogram required)
Total Stay in Country (Fit-to-Fly)
92–95% in-hospital procedural success at accredited high-volume cardiac centers
Success Rate

Clinical Overview

  • Double Valve Replacement addresses concurrent pathology of two cardiac valves, most frequently the aortic and mitral valves, though tricuspid–mitral and aortic–tricuspid combinations are also encountered.
  • The underlying etiologies include rheumatic heart disease (the predominant cause in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa), degenerative calcific disease, infective endocarditis with multi-valve involvement, connective tissue disorders such as Marfan syndrome, and congenital malformations including bicuspid aortic valve with coexisting mitral prolapse.
  • When two valves are simultaneously dysfunctional — through stenosis, regurgitation, or mixed lesions — the left ventricle is subjected to a combined volume and pressure burden that accelerates chamber dilation, systolic dysfunction, pulmonary hypertension, and ultimately irreversible myocardial fibrosis.
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Who is a Candidate?

  • ELIGIBLE PATIENTS:
  • Adults with confirmed dual valvular pathology (most commonly aortic + mitral) documented by echocardiography and/or cardiac catheterization
  • Symptomatic patients in NYHA functional Class II–IV despite optimized medical therapy (diuretics, ACE inhibitors/ARBs, beta-blockers, aldosterone antagonists)
  • Asymptomatic patients with objectively impaired left ventricular systolic function (LVEF ≤ 50–55%) attributable to valvular volume overload
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Treatment Options & Approaches

  • STANDARD APPROACH — CONVENTIONAL DOUBLE VALVE REPLACEMENT VIA MEDIAN STERNOTOMY:

Recovery

  • PHASE 1 — PRE-ARRIVAL & REMOTE EVALUATION (2–4 weeks before travel):

Risks to be aware of

  • Double Valve Replacement carries a well-characterized risk profile that is thoroughly discussed with every patient during pre-operative counseling.
  • In-hospital mortality at high-volume JCI-accredited centers ranges from 3–8%, stratified heavily by pre-operative LVEF, degree of pulmonary hypertension, renal function, and presence of concomitant CABG (EuroSCORE II and STS-PROM calculators are used to provide individualized estimates).
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Why GAF Healthcare

  • GAF Healthcare provides comprehensive end-to-end medical tourism coordination for Double Valve Replacement patients traveling to India or the UAE, covering every logistical dimension from the first inquiry to safe repatriation.

Common questions about Double Valve Replacement

What is the cost of Double Valve Replacement in India versus the UAE?
The total cost of Double Valve Replacement in India typically ranges from USD 9,000 to USD 16,000 at JCI- and NABH-accredited partner hospitals, inclusive of the surgical procedure, both prosthetic valves (mechanical or bioprosthetic), cardiopulmonary bypass, cardiac ICU care, step-down ward stay of 10–14 days, cardiac anesthesia, standard post-operative medications, and routine follow-up echocardiograms and labs during the in-country recovery period. In the UAE — at JCI- and DHA-accredited centers in Dubai or Abu Dhabi — the equivalent procedure costs between USD 22,000 and USD 38,000, reflecting the premium hospital infrastructure, higher staffing costs, and the broader luxury medical environment. The cost differential of approximately 40–55% makes India the preferred destination for patients who prioritize value without compromising surgical quality, while the UAE is chosen by patients from the Gulf region or Africa who require shorter travel distances, visa convenience, and a premium-tier hospital experience. Additional costs not included in these estimates — international airfare, personal accommodation during the 6–8-week recovery, and travel insurance — are itemized separately by GAF Healthcare's financial coordination team. Financing plans and insurance pre-authorization assistance are available through GAF for eligible patients.
How long do I need to stay in the country before I am fit to fly home after Double Valve Replacement?
Most patients undergoing Double Valve Replacement require a minimum of 6–8 weeks in-country before they are medically cleared for a long-haul international flight. This timeline is not arbitrary — it reflects specific clinical milestones that must be achieved and verified by the treating cardiac surgeon before a Fit-to-Fly certificate is issued. These milestones include: complete sternal wound healing without signs of infection or dehiscence (typically confirmed at the 6-week mark); stable prosthetic valve function confirmed on repeat transthoracic echocardiogram (normal leaflet motion, acceptable gradients, absence of paravalvular leak or pericardial effusion); left ventricular ejection fraction ≥ 35–40% with an improving trend; therapeutic and stable INR (for mechanical valve recipients) maintained within the target range for at least 2–3 consecutive weeks; absence of active arrhythmia requiring intravenous management; and a satisfactory 6-minute walk test demonstrating functional recovery. Long-distance air travel carries specific risks for post-cardiac surgery patients — particularly the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism from prolonged immobility, and the risk of prosthetic valve thrombosis if anticoagulation is disrupted — making premature repatriation genuinely dangerous. GAF Healthcare arranges post-discharge recovery accommodation near the treating hospital for the full 6–8-week period, with weekly outpatient follow-up visits, and issues all travel documentation only after formal surgical clearance. For patients requiring travel before 6 weeks due to compelling circumstances, a detailed risk-benefit discussion with the surgeon and a medical escort with in-flight oxygen and emergency medications may be arranged.
What is the success rate of Double Valve Replacement?
At high-volume, internationally accredited cardiac surgical centers — the standard for all GAF Healthcare partner hospitals in India and the UAE — Double Valve Replacement carries an in-hospital procedural success rate of approximately 92–95%, meaning the vast majority of patients successfully undergo the operation with both prosthetic valves functioning correctly and are discharged from hospital. In-hospital mortality at these centers ranges from 3–8%, with the individual patient's risk determined by pre-operative factors including left ventricular ejection fraction, degree of pulmonary hypertension, renal and hepatic function, age, body mass index, and whether concomitant CABG is required — all quantified using validated risk scoring tools such as EuroSCORE II and the STS Predicted Risk of Mortality (STS-PROM) calculator. Long-term outcomes are highly favorable in appropriately selected patients: five-year survival after Double Valve Replacement is approximately 75–85%, and ten-year survival is approximately 60–70% in published series from major cardiac centers. Patients who undergo surgery before irreversible ventricular dysfunction develops (LVEF > 40%) have significantly better long-term outcomes than those operated in end-stage heart failure. Prosthetic valve durability is an important long-term consideration: mechanical valves are expected to last > 20–30 years without structural failure (provided anticoagulation is maintained), while bioprosthetic valves have a 15–20-year lifespan before structural valve deterioration necessitates redo surgery or, increasingly, transcatheter valve-in-valve intervention. GAF Healthcare's partner surgeons provide individualized risk assessment and long-term outcome projections during the pre-operative teleconsultation, using each patient's specific hemodynamic and imaging data.

How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Hospital for Double Valve Replacement in Chennai, India

Discover the Top Hospitals for Double Valve Replacement in Chennai, India

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

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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.

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Common Questions

Frequently asked questions about double valve replacement in Chennai, India

How many cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals are listed in Chennai, India?
8 hospitals in our Chennai, India directory are currently listed for cardiothoracic & vascular surgery including Double Valve Replacement.
How do you choose which hospitals to list?
A hospital appears on this page when Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery 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 cardiothoracic & vascular surgery 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 double valve replacement?
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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