Is Heart Surgery in India Safe? What International Patients Should Know
By VNR Medical Service Editorial Team · Reviewed in line with our Medical Review Policy · May 1, 2026
Heart surgery in India is safe when you choose an accredited hospital with an experienced cardiac team. DDMM Heart Institute is NABH-accredited, has a dedicated cardiac ICU, and a surgical team that has performed over 10,000 cardiac surgeries. VNR adds English-language coordination and on-ground support throughout your stay.
How to judge safety before you travel
Three things matter most: hospital accreditation (NABH in India), the surgeon's experience and qualifications, and the level of patient support. Check all three before committing.
Accreditation
NABH is India's national hospital quality and patient-safety standard. DDMM Heart Institute is NABH-accredited and dedicated exclusively to cardiac and vascular care.
Surgeon experience
DDMM's cardiac team is led by Dr. Sanjeeth Peter (MS, MCh, DNB, FIACS), a specialist in off-pump bypass with over 10,000 cardiac surgeries. You can request a video consultation before travelling.
Support for international patients
VNR assigns coordination and an on-ground liaison, handles language, and stays with you from arrival to discharge and follow-up — which makes the experience safer and less stressful.
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Common Questions
FAQs
Check that it is accredited (NABH), has a dedicated cardiac ICU and an experienced surgical team. DDMM Heart Institute meets all three.
Yes — VNR arranges a video consultation with the DDMM cardiac team after your reports are reviewed.
Send us your cardiac reports. We reply within 48 hours.
Free clinical review by the DDMM cardiac team. No obligation. Our international patient coordinators reply 7 days a week.