Best Cardiologists & Heart Surgeons in India

Dr. YK Mishra is a leading Cardiac Surgeon in India with an experience of more than 44 years. He successfully performed over 14,000 open heart surgeries and 500+ robotic surgeries.

His areas of expertise are coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve replacement, aortic surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, cardiac arrhythmia surgery, total arterial revascularization, etc.

Dr. Mishra was also recognized with the “Lifetime Achievement Award" by Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. He has treated patients across many countries, such as the USA, UK, Iraq, UAE, Oman, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Africa, and Central Asia.

Dr. T.S. Kler is a renowned cardiologist and a pioneer in electrophysiology, revolutionising cardiac rhythm management in India. With over 48 years of experience, he has performed more than 35,000 coronary, renal, carotid, and peripheral angioplasties, offering cutting-edge treatment options to patients.

Why Choose Dr. T.S. Kler?

• Unmatched Experience: With 48+ years in cardiology, Dr. Kler is an expert in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders.
• Pioneer in Electrophysiology: He established India's first electrophysiology department at a leading Delhi hospital and continues to drive advancements in this field.
• First in India: Dr. Kler was also the first in India to implant ICDs, CRT-Ps, and CRT-Ds and performed HIS Bundle Pacing in 2015, leading the way in innovative cardiac treatments.
• Global Impact: He has been instrumental in setting up RF Ablation and cardiac Device Implantation Programs in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan, enhancing cardiac care in the region.
• Nationally Recognised & Awarded: A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, Dr. Kler's dedication to cardiology has earned him widespread recognition and numerous prestigious awards, solidifying his position as a top heart specialist in India.

Dr. Ajay Kaul is among the top Cardiac Surgeons in India with over 38 years of experience. He has performed over 5,000 Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgical procedures, Interventions for Structural Heart Disease, Peripheral Vascular and Endovascular Stent placement, etc. 

His expertise lies in treating Total Artery Coronary Bypass Surgery, Paediatric Cardiac Surgery, Valve Repairs, Structural Heart Disease, and Surgery for Cardiac Failure. Dr. Kaul has performed more than 20,000 cardiac surgeries to date.

Dr. Naresh Trehan is amongst the leading Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeons in India. He has more than 40 years of experience and successfully performed 45000+ cardiac surgeries. Founder of Medanta-The Medicity, Gurgaon, one of the most prestigious multispeciality hospitals in India.

Dr. Trehan specializes in cardiomyoplasty, myocardial total arterial revascularization, transmyocardial laser revascularization, reduction ventriculoplasty (Batista Operation), heart port access surgery, aortic valve surgery, and robotically-assisted cardiac surgery.
Dr. Naresh received the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan Award (third highest civilian award), and Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award from the Government of India.

Dr. Z.S. Meharwal is a highly esteemed cardiac surgeon, boasting over 42 years of experience as a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon. He is regarded as one of the best coronary artery bypass surgeons in the region, having performed over 30,000 cardiac surgeries to date.

Why Choose Dr. Z.S. Meharwal?

• Vast Experience: With over four decades dedicated to cardiac care, Dr. Meharwal brings unparalleled knowledge and surgical skills to every procedure.

• Master of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): He is renowned as one of the best CABG surgeons, offering a complete range of cardiac interventions, from valve repair and replacement to pacemaker implantation and stent placement.

• Leadership in Transplantation and VAD Therapy: As head of the Heart Transplantation and VAD program, Dr. Meharwal is a leader in these advanced therapies for end-stage heart failure.

• Nationally Recognised and Honored: Dr. Meharwal's contributions to cardiac surgery have been recognised with prestigious awards, including a Citation Award from the President of India, solidifying his position as a leading heart surgeon.

Dr. Ashok Seth is one of the most skilled Interventional Cardiologists in India. With over 40 years of experience, he has performed over 50,000 angiograms and 20,000 angioplasties. Dr. Seth is a Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan recipient.

He has been featured in the "LIMCA'' Book of Records for performing one of the world's highest numbers of angiographies and angioplasties. Dr. Seth is also the first Asian Pacific cardiologist to perform an Angioscopy and directional Atherectomy.

He was one of the youngest overseas doctors to be awarded a Fellowship of all the three Royal Colleges of London, Edinburgh & Ireland. Dr. Ashok is the first Cardiologist from Asia to be elected to the Board of Governors of the Society of Cardiac Angiographies and Intervention (USA).

Dr. Anil Bhan is amongst the best Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons in the North India region, with 43+ years of experience. He was part of the team that conducted India’s first successful heart transplant in 1994. Dr. Bhan has performed over 15,000 cardiac and vascular procedures.

He specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery, valve repairs and replacements, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, etc.

Dr. Anil has developed an extensive aortic surgery program in India, conducting more than 1700 aortic operations in children/adults and 200 aortic surgeries every year.

Dr. Robert Mao is amongst the leading Interventional Cardiologists in South India. He has 47 years of extensive experience. 

Dr. Mao specializes in Coronary Permanent Pacemaker Insertion, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), Angioplasty, Mitral Valve Repair (MVR), Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TABR), Endovascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EAVR), and ASD/VAS Device Closure. He has done various fellowships in interventional cardiology from the USA and Europe. 

Dr. Sandeep Attawar is a prominent Cardiac Surgeon in the Hyderabad region. With a thriving experience of over 33 years, he has performed over 450 organ transplants.

Dr. Attawar has been instrumental in successfully setting up three major heart centres in India and abroad. His expertise includes CABG or bypass surgery, pediatric heart surgery, heart transplants, valve repair and replacement surgery, heart hole closure surgery, etc. Dr. Sandeep is a pioneer in India’s first breathing lung transplant (XVIVO perfusion).

Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty is a well-known Cardiothoracic Surgeon with over 45 years of experience. He founded Narayana Health in 2000. He has performed over 1,20,000 heart surgeries, with a significant focus on pediatric cases. 

Dr. Shetty performed Asia’s first dynamic cardiomyoplasty operation to strengthen the weak heart using the chest wall muscle. He is also one of the few surgeons worldwide to use a microchip camera to perform a keyhole heart surgery.

For the first time in India, he has used a left ventricular assist device to support a failing heart temporarily. He is a Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan recipient. In 1990, Dr. Shetty became the first surgeon in India to venture into Neonatal open heart surgery by performing open-heart surgery on a 9-day-old baby. 

Dr. (Col.) Manjinder Singh Sandhu is a highly experienced and dedicated interventional cardiologist specialising in advanced heart treatments. With over 37 years of expertise, including a distinguished career in the Indian Army Medical Corps, Dr. Sandhu has touched the lives of countless patients through his skilled care and commitment to excellence.

Why Choose Dr. (Col.) Manjinder Singh Sandhu?

• Extensive Experience in Interventional Cardiology: With over 20,000 cardiac procedures performed, Dr. Sandhu is a highly skilled expert in complex angioplasty and structural heart interventions, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.
• Expert in Advanced Coronary Interventions: His expertise includes Primary Angioplasty (with Thrombosuction devices, IABP), Bifurcation Lesions, Chronic Total Occlusions, and Left Main Lesions. He is proficient in using cutting balloons, angiosculpt, IVUS, OCT, Rotablation, and Laser with most procedures performed via the Radial Route for faster recovery.
• Leader in Structural Heart Procedures: Dr. Sandhu is a pioneer in minimally invasive heart treatments like TAVR and MitraClip, providing safer alternatives to traditional open-heart surgery.
• Recognised for Excellence: He has received multiple honors, including the "Legend in Cardiology" award and recognition from the Ministry of Defence, highlighting his dedication to cardiac care and medical leadership.

Dr. Vijay Dikshit is a skilled Cardiac Surgeon in India with an experience of more than 50 years. His areas of expertise lie in Peripheral Angioplasty, Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty, intra-arterial thrombolysis, Pacemaker Implantation, Mitral/Heart Valve Replacement, and Organ transplantation.

Dr. Vijay has performed more than 10,000 open-heart surgeries and was also facilitated by Medtronic Inc. USA for successfully achieving 5000 open-heart surgeries. 

He was the first surgeon who performed Stentless Bioprosthetic Valve Replacement Surgery for aortic valve disease in India.