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Best Hospitals for Heart Transplant in Mumbai, India

17 cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals in our India network are listed in Mumbai, accredited by JCI, NABH, NABL, ISO 9001, with 6,503 beds combined.

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This page lists the cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals in our directory offering Heart Transplant in Mumbai, India, including Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Tata Memorial Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai and others. Each listing links through to the hospital's full profile page.

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Compare 17 accredited hospitals for Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery in Mumbai, India

🇮🇳 Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital

Mumbai, India 5 (12 reviews) 350 beds
Why consider this hospital?
5/5 rating from 12 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH350 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OncologyCardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantBariatrics
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

5/5
Rating
1950
Established
350
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital

🇮🇳 Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital

Mumbai, India 4.8 (1800 reviews) 750 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.8/5 rating from 1800 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH750 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgeryBariatric SurgeryVascular Surgery
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.8/5
Rating
2009
Established
750
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Tata Memorial Hospital

🇮🇳 Tata Memorial Hospital

Mumbai, India 4.8 (2500 reviews) 629 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.8/5 rating from 2500 reviewsAccredited by NABH629 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OncologyCancer Center
Accredited by NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Tata Memorial Hospital's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Tata Memorial Hospital, accredited by NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.8/5
Rating
1941
Established
629
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai

🇮🇳 Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai

Mumbai, India 4.8 (512 reviews) 500 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.8/5 rating from 512 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH500 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyOncologyNeurologyOrthopedicsSpine Surgery
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.8/5
Rating
2016
Established
500
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai

🇮🇳 Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai

Mumbai, India 4.8 (615 reviews) 638 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.8/5 rating from 615 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH638 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyOncologyNeurologyOrthopedicsGastroenterology
Accredited by JCI, NABH

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

4.8/5
Rating
2008
Established
638
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Lilavati Hospital And Research Centre

🇮🇳 Lilavati Hospital And Research Centre

Mumbai, India 4.8 (724 reviews) 326 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.8/5 rating from 724 reviewsAccredited by JCI, NABH326 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyOncologyNeurologyOrthopedicsGastroenterology
Accredited by JCI, NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Lilavati Hospital And Research Centre's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Lilavati Hospital And Research Centre, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.8/5
Rating
1997
Established
326
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Jaslok Hospital

🇮🇳 Jaslok Hospital

Mumbai, India 4.6 (129 reviews) 350 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 129 reviewsAccredited by NABH, NABL350 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesOncologyOrthopedicsTransplant
Accredited by NABH, NABL

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Jaslok Hospital's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Jaslok Hospital, accredited by NABH, NABL, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.6/5
Rating
1973
Established
350
Beds
Mumbai, India
Location
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

🇮🇳 Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

Parel, Mumbai, India 4.6 (183 reviews) 450 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 183 reviewsAccredited by NABH, JCI450 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Liver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedicsOncologyNeurosciences
Accredited by NABH, JCI

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)'s care team in Parel, Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals), accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.6/5
Rating
1996
Established
450
Beds
Parel, Mumbai, India
Location
Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai

🇮🇳 Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai

Navi Mumbai, India 4.6 (143 reviews) 310 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 143 reviewsAccredited by NABH310 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyOncologyOrthopedicsNeurologyGastroenterology
Accredited by NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai's care team in Navi Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai, accredited by NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.6/5
Rating
2023
Established
310
Beds
Navi Mumbai, India
Location
KIMS Hospitals, Thane

🇮🇳 KIMS Hospitals, Thane

Mumbai, India 4.6 (58 reviews) 300 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 58 reviewsAccredited by NABH300 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyOncologyNeurologyOrthopedicsSpine Surgery
Accredited by NABH

Patients considering heart transplant can be cared for by KIMS Hospitals, Thane's care team in Mumbai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. KIMS Hospitals, Thane, accredited by NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing heart transplant.

4.6/5
Rating
2025
Established
300
Beds
Mumbai, 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 Mumbai, 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 Heart Transplant in Mumbai, India?

Choosing the right hospital for heart transplant 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 Heart Transplant

Heart transplant surgery is the definitive surgical intervention for end-stage heart failure, replacing a diseased heart with a healthy donor organ to restore near-normal cardiac function and dramatically extend life expectancy.

14–21 days (ICU: 5–7 days, general ward: 9–14 days)
Hospital Stay
8–12 weeks (minimum 8 weeks post-surgery before international air travel is medically safe; final clearance subject to cardiologist assessment)
Total Stay in Country (Fit-to-Fly)
85–90% (one-year survival); approximately 75% at five years with optimized immunosuppression
Success Rate

Clinical Overview

  • End-stage heart failure (NYHA Class IV) represents a state of irreversible myocardial damage in which the left ventricle — and often the right — can no longer generate sufficient cardiac output to meet the body's metabolic demands.
  • Conditions most commonly leading to this point include ischemic cardiomyopathy (prior to or following myocardial infarction), dilated cardiomyopathy (idiopathic, viral, or familial), restrictive and hypertrophic cardiomyopathies, and complex congenital heart disease refractory to repair.
  • Hemodynamically, patients exhibit severely reduced ejection fraction (typically EF < 20–25%), elevated pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, low cardiac index (< 2.0 L/min/m²), and often pulmonary hypertension — all of which contribute to progressive multi-organ dysfunction including hepatic congestion and renal impairment.
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Who is a Candidate?

  • ELIGIBILITY — MEDICAL INDICATIONS:
  • End-stage heart failure (NYHA Class III–IV) with persistent symptoms despite optimal medical therapy (OMT) for ≥ 3 months
  • Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) ≤ 25–30% with high predicted 1-year mortality (HeartMate II Risk Score, HFSS, or MAGGIC score)
  • Ischemic cardiomyopathy, dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, restrictive cardiomyopathy, or complex congenital heart disease not amenable to conventional repair
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Treatment Options & Approaches

  • STANDARD ORTHOTOPIC HEART TRANSPLANTATION (OHT) — BIATRIAL vs.
  • BICAVAL TECHNIQUE:

Recovery

  • PHASE 1 — INITIAL EVALUATION AND LISTING (Weeks 1–4 prior to transplant):

Risks to be aware of

  • Heart transplantation carries significant short- and long-term risks that must be understood and accepted by every candidate as part of the informed consent process.
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Why GAF Healthcare

  • GAF Healthcare provides end-to-end non-medical coordination designed specifically for international patients undergoing high-complexity procedures like heart transplantation, where the logistical demands are as significant as the clinical ones.

Common questions about Heart Transplant

What is the cost of Heart Transplant Surgery in India compared to the UAE?
Heart transplant surgery in India is estimated to cost between USD 25,000 and USD 45,000 at JCI- and NABH-accredited tertiary cardiac centers. This range typically includes the surgical procedure, cardiopulmonary bypass, ICU care, 14–21 days of hospital stay, standard immunosuppression initiation (tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil, corticosteroids), routine post-operative investigations, and physiotherapy. It does not typically include donor procurement logistics (which may add USD 2,000–8,000 depending on the retrieval distance), long-term outpatient medications (ongoing immunosuppression can cost USD 500–1,500/month depending on brand vs. generic availability), or extended outpatient monitoring beyond discharge. In the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), the same procedure at JCI- and DHA-accredited centers costs approximately USD 60,000 to USD 100,000, reflecting higher infrastructure, staffing, and facility costs characteristic of the Gulf healthcare market. The UAE cost similarly covers the core surgical episode but may offer more inclusive packages incorporating premium ICU suites, VIP room accommodation, and on-site coordinated follow-up. For comparison, the same procedure in the United States typically ranges from USD 1,000,000–1,500,000 (including hospitalization), and in the United Kingdom from GBP 150,000–250,000 within the NHS private sector. India therefore represents a saving of up to 95% over US pricing, and the UAE approximately 70–80% — with clinical outcomes at leading centers in both destinations comparable to top-tier Western institutions. GAF Healthcare provides transparent, itemized cost estimates before travel, with no hidden fees.
How long do I need to stay in India or the UAE before I am fit to fly home after a heart transplant?
Heart transplantation requires one of the longest mandatory in-country stays of any surgical procedure offered in medical tourism, and this timeline must not be shortened for clinical safety reasons. The minimum recommended in-country stay is 8–10 weeks, and for most international patients traveling intercontinental distances, 10–12 weeks is strongly preferred by the transplant team. Here is why: Weeks 1–3 (Hospital): You will be in hospital — typically 5–7 days in the cardiac surgery ICU and 9–14 days on the transplant ward. Discharge does not occur until you are hemodynamically stable, free from inotropic support, tolerating oral medications reliably, and your initial rejection biopsy (Day 7–10) shows no significant acute rejection (grade ≤ 1R by ISHLT criteria). Weeks 3–10 (Outpatient Follow-Up in Country): This phase is non-negotiable. You will attend the outpatient transplant clinic weekly for endomyocardial biopsies (the gold-standard rejection surveillance tool), tacrolimus blood level monitoring, renal function tests, full blood counts, and echocardiography. The frequency of rejection episodes and opportunistic infections is highest in this 30–90 day window, and rapid on-site clinical management is essential. Missing this surveillance period by flying home prematurely has led to serious, preventable deaths from untreated acute rejection. Fit-to-Fly Criteria (Minimum 8 Weeks): Your transplant cardiologist will issue fit-to-fly clearance only when all of the following are confirmed — hemodynamic stability without vasopressor support; no active rejection (biopsy-confirmed); no active infection; stable, therapeutic immunosuppression trough levels (tacrolimus 10–15 ng/mL) on consistent oral dosing; adequate sternal wound healing (no dehiscence or sternal instability); stable renal function; and confirmed understanding of emergency protocols and local follow-up arrangements in your home country. GAF Healthcare works with your transplant team to determine your personal fit-to-fly date and arranges a detailed medical handover pack — including a 90-day medication supply, surgical and biopsy reports, echocardiography data, and a physician-to-physician liaison letter — to ensure seamless continuity of care upon your return.
What is the success rate of Heart Transplant Surgery at hospitals partnered with GAF Healthcare?
Heart transplant survival rates at high-volume, accredited centers in India and the UAE are comparable to outcomes reported by the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) Registry — the global benchmark for transplant outcomes. The reported survival benchmarks are: - 30-day (in-hospital) survival: > 90–92% at experienced centers - 1-year survival: 85–90% - 5-year survival: Approximately 70–75% - 10-year survival: Approximately 50–55% - Median survival (post-transplant): 12–13 years globally; approximately 15–20 years for patients who survive the first year, reflecting excellent long-term outcomes when immunosuppression is optimally managed and surveillance is maintained These figures reflect outcomes for all comers — including high-risk, elderly, and sensitized patients. For younger patients (< 50 years) with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy and low panel-reactive antibody (PRA) levels, 1-year survival exceeds 92% and 10-year survival approaches 65% at specialized centers. Key factors that predict superior outcomes at the centers GAF Healthcare partners with include: - High annual transplant volume (> 20–30 procedures per year per program) — volume is the single strongest predictor of institutional outcomes - Bicaval anastomotic technique, reducing post-operative arrhythmia and tricuspid regurgitation rates - Modern immunosuppression protocols anchored by tacrolimus and mycophenolate mofetil, with induction therapy in sensitized patients - Non-invasive rejection monitoring using gene expression profiling (AlloMap®) and donor-derived cell-free DNA (AlloSure®) alongside conventional biopsy - Dedicated cardiac allograft vasculopathy (CAV) surveillance with intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) from Year 1 - Multidisciplinary transplant committees including transplant cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, infectious disease specialists, nephrologists, and clinical psychologists GAF Healthcare can share center-specific outcome data and annual report summaries during the initial consultation to help you make an informed decision about your chosen hospital.

How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Hospital for Heart Transplant in Mumbai, India

Discover the Top Hospitals for Heart Transplant in Mumbai, India

This page lists 17 accredited cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals in Mumbai, 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 heart transplant in Mumbai, India

How many cardiothoracic & vascular surgery hospitals are listed in Mumbai, India?
17 hospitals in our Mumbai, India directory are currently listed for cardiothoracic & vascular surgery including Heart Transplant.
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 Mumbai, 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, ISO 9001 — 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 heart transplant?
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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