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Best Hospitals for Pacemaker Implantation in Chennai, India

8 cardiovascular 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 cardiovascular surgery hospitals in our directory offering Pacemaker Implantation 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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Top Hospitals for Pacemaker Implantation 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 reviews560 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric SurgeryPacemaker Implantation
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews1,000 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric SurgeryPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews450 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric SurgeryPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews345 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOrthopedicsGastroenterologyPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews200 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OphthalmologyRetina SurgeryCornea TransplantGlaucomaPediatric Ophthalmology
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews80 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SciencesOrthopedicsNeurologyOncologyGastroenterologyPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews1,000 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OrthopedicsCardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOncologyPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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 reviews400 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantCancer CareOrthopedicsPacemaker Implantation
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering pacemaker implantation 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 pacemaker implantation.

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

Top Cardiovascular Surgeons in Chennai, India

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Dr. A. S. Hariharan

MBBS, DNB, DNB
Visiting Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
Rela Hospital Chennai, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 12+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
  • Visiting Consultant — Cardiac Surgery, Rela Hospital, Chennai
  • Senior Consultant & Junior Consultant, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Aortic Aneurysm Repair and Replacement
  • Aortic Root Replacement
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. D. Senthil Kumar

M.Ch., M.S., M.B.B.S.
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre Chennai, India19+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 19+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant — Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai, Present
  • Senior Cardiac Surgeon, Fortis Hospital, India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Valve Repair and Replacement Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Procedures
  • Heart and Lung Transplantation
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Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 19+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Dillip Kumar Mishra

MBBS, MS, M.Ch
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiac Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai, India33+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 33+ years of experience in Cardiac Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery — Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai — Present
  • 33+ years of active practice in cardiac sciences and advanced surgical intervention
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Valve Repair Surgery
  • Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Double Valve Replacement
View all procedures →
Cardiac Surgeon Experience: 33+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Girinath M R

MBBS, M.S., M.Ch.
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals Chennai, India45+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 45+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant – Cardiac Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
  • Extensive cardiothoracic and vascular surgery practice spanning 45+ years in Chennai
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass
  • Heart Valve Repair Surgery
  • Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
  • Double Valve Replacement
View all procedures →
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Experience: 45+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo HospitalsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Madhusudhan M G

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardiothoracic Surgery), MRCS (Part A)
Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon · Specialty: Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 12+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
  • Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon, Gleneagles HealthCity, Chennai
  • Consultant, SS-Sparsh Superspeciality Hospitals, Bengaluru
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Valve Repair and Replacement
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Aortic Root Replacement
  • Heart Transplantation
View all procedures →
Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCityHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Sridhar L F

MBBS, CTVS, MNAMS
Senior Consultant — Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai, India27+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 27+ years of experience in Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant, Cardiac Surgery — Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
  • 27+ years of cardiothoracic and vascular surgical practice across multiple institutions
Expertise & Procedures
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Valve Repair and Replacement
  • Double Valve Replacement Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Aortic Root Replacement
View all procedures →
Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon Experience: 27+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Greams RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Our Methodology

How we selected these hospitals

A hospital appears on this page when Cardiovascular 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 Pacemaker Implantation in Chennai, India?

Choosing the right hospital for pacemaker implantation 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 cardiovascular 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 Pacemaker Implantation

Pacemaker implantation is a life-saving cardiac procedure in which a small electronic device is surgically placed beneath the skin to regulate abnormal heart rhythms (bradyarrhythmias and certain tachyarrhythmias), restoring adequate cardiac output and preventing syncope, heart failure progression, and sudden cardiac death.

2–4 days
Hospital Stay
2–3 weeks
Total Stay in Country (Fit-to-Fly)
98–99%
Success Rate

Clinical Overview

  • The heart's electrical conduction system — comprising the sinoatrial (SA) node, atrioventricular (AV) node, His-Purkinje network, and ventricular myocardium — orchestrates the rhythmic contraction that sustains circulation.
  • When intrinsic automaticity or conduction velocity falls below physiological thresholds, the result is bradycardia (typically defined as a resting heart rate below 40–50 beats per minute with symptoms), heart block (first-, second-, or third-degree), sick sinus syndrome, or chronotropic incompetence.
  • These disorders manifest clinically as fatigue, exertional dyspnoea, pre-syncope, frank syncope (Stokes-Adams attacks), and — in severe cases — haemodynamic collapse.
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Who is a Candidate?

  • ELIGIBLE PATIENTS (Class I Indications per ACC/AHA/ESC):
  • Symptomatic sinus node dysfunction (sick sinus syndrome, sinoatrial exit block) with documented bradycardia causing syncope, pre-syncope, or limiting fatigue
  • Complete (third-degree) AV block regardless of symptoms, or second-degree Mobitz Type II AV block
  • Chronic bifascicular or trifascicular block with intermittent complete AV block or symptomatic bradycardia
  • +22 more

Treatment Options & Approaches

  • STANDARD TRANSVENOUS PACEMAKER IMPLANTATION

Recovery

  • PRE-ARRIVAL PHASE (4–6 weeks before travel):

Risks to be aware of

  • Pacemaker implantation is considered a low-risk procedure with an overall major complication rate of approximately 1–3% at experienced, high-volume centres.
  • Patients and families should nonetheless be counselled on the following procedure-specific and device-related risks before travel.
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Why GAF Healthcare

  • GAF Healthcare provides comprehensive end-to-end non-medical coordination so that patients and their families experience no administrative burden during their treatment journey.

Common questions about Pacemaker Implantation

What is the cost of pacemaker implantation in India versus the UAE?
The all-inclusive cost of pacemaker implantation in India typically ranges from USD 4,000 to USD 9,000, depending on the device type — a single-chamber pacemaker falls toward the lower end, a dual-chamber (DDD) system in the mid-range, and an advanced leadless or cardiac resynchronisation therapy device (CRT-P) toward the upper end. The same procedure at JCI- and DHA-accredited hospitals in Dubai or Abu Dhabi costs between USD 9,000 and USD 18,000, reflecting the premium infrastructure, hotel-standard private rooms, and higher overhead in the UAE healthcare market. In both destinations, the quoted package from GAF Healthcare typically covers the surgeon and anaesthesiologist fees, the pacemaker device hardware (Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, or Biotronik), the electrophysiology laboratory and fluoroscopy suite usage, hospital stay (2–4 days), routine post-operative medications, and standard follow-up investigations before discharge. Costs can increase for patients requiring more complex interventions such as His bundle pacing, biventricular CRT-D implantation, or management of procedural complications. GAF Healthcare provides a fully itemised, written cost estimate before any commitment is made.
How long do I need to stay in India or the UAE before I am fit to fly home after pacemaker implantation?
For an uncomplicated single- or dual-chamber pacemaker implantation, most patients are cleared for international air travel approximately 2–3 weeks after the procedure. The timeline is as follows: patients are typically discharged from hospital on day 3–4 post-implant after a mandatory 24–48 hour telemetry monitoring period, a device interrogation confirming stable electrical parameters, and a chest X-ray confirming lead position. A wound review and repeat device check are performed at 10–14 days post-implant, at which point the incision should be fully healed with no signs of infection or haematoma. A final fit-to-fly assessment — including device interrogation, chest X-ray, and cardiologist sign-off — is completed at approximately 2–3 weeks, after which a formal fit-to-fly letter is issued for the airline. Patients who undergo more complex procedures (CRT implantation, concurrent ablation, or those who experience any complication) may require a longer stay of 3–4 weeks. It is important to note that altitude and cabin pressure do not interfere with modern pacemaker function; however, airport security metal detectors and full-body scanners should be navigated with the pacemaker ID card, and patients should request a manual pat-down rather than prolonged proximity to screening wand devices. GAF Healthcare coordinates all fit-to-fly documentation and communicates directly with the patient's home cardiologist to ensure seamless handover.
What is the success rate of pacemaker implantation?
Pacemaker implantation is one of the most reliably successful procedures in cardiovascular medicine. At high-volume electrophysiology centres — the category of hospitals exclusively partnered with GAF Healthcare — the procedural success rate (defined as successful device implantation with lead positions meeting all electrical implant criteria in a single operative session) exceeds 98–99%. The vast majority of patients experience immediate resolution of symptomatic bradycardia, with significant improvements in exercise tolerance, syncope-free survival, and quality-of-life scores documented within 4–8 weeks of implantation. The major complication rate (pneumothorax requiring intervention, pocket haematoma requiring evacuation, lead dislodgement requiring repositioning, or device infection requiring extraction) is approximately 1–3% across all transvenous implants at experienced centres, and substantially lower for leadless pacemaker implantation with respect to pocket and lead-related complications. Long-term device reliability is also excellent: modern pacemaker generators have a 10-year failure rate of less than 0.1% when used within manufacturer-specified parameters. Battery longevity is typically 8–15 years depending on pacing percentage and output settings, and generator replacement is a planned, low-risk outpatient procedure. Remote monitoring — standard at all GAF partner hospitals — allows the implanting electrophysiologist to proactively detect any early warning signs of lead or device issues, ensuring that international patients receive the same standard of ongoing surveillance as local patients.

How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Hospital for Pacemaker Implantation in Chennai, India

Discover the Top Hospitals for Pacemaker Implantation in Chennai, India

This page lists 8 accredited cardiovascular 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 pacemaker implantation in Chennai, India

How many cardiovascular surgery hospitals are listed in Chennai, India?
8 hospitals in our Chennai, India directory are currently listed for cardiovascular surgery including Pacemaker Implantation.
How do you choose which hospitals to list?
A hospital appears on this page when Cardiovascular 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 cardiovascular 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 pacemaker implantation?
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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