Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi

  • location

    Metro Station, Okhla Rd, opposite Sukhdev Vihar, New Friends Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110049

    • external-aeroplane-transportation-smashingstocks-hand-drawn-black-smashing-stocksNearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi
    • high-speed-trainNearest Metro Station: Sukhdev Vihar

    About Hospital

    Fortis Escorts Heart Institute (FEHI), located in Okhla, New Delhi, is one of Asia-Pacific’s largest private cardiac hospitals. For over three decades, it has set benchmarks in heart care through pioneering procedures, global accreditations, and an experienced team of specialists.

    • 310+ bed quaternary care facility with approximately 158 ICU beds.
    • Flagship hospital of the Fortis Healthcare Group, backed by IHH Healthcare.
    • Accredited by JCI and NABH, ensuring compliance with the highest international medical standards.
    • Renowned as a centre for adult and pediatric cardiac sciences, along with specialties in liver, kidney, orthopedics, neurology, and minimally invasive surgery.
    • Caters to patients from more than 175 countries, making it a trusted destination for international medical travellers.

    Awards

    FEHI has pioneered numerous firsts in the field of cardiology and earned recognition for excellence in healthcare.

    • First in India to perform procedures such as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS), Bioprosthetic Valve Replacement, and Directional Atherectomy.
    • Guinness World Record for the highest number of cholesterol tests conducted in eight hours.
    • Over 80,000 Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgeries, 53,000 angioplasties (PTCA), 18,000 congenital heart procedures, and 173,000 angiographies performed.

    Awards include:

    • Best Heart Care Centre in North India – Global Healthcare Excellence Awards.
    • Best Institution Award – Delhi Medical Association.
    • Best Single-Specialty Cardiology Hospital – India Healthcare Awards.
    • Gold Award for Best Healthcare Delivery Brand.

    Medical Team

    FEHI is driven by a highly specialized medical workforce, led by globally acclaimed cardiologists and surgeons.

    • More than 200 cardiac specialists and over 1,600 trained staff members.
    • Guided by Dr. Ashok Seth, Chairman of Cardiac Sciences, a globally recognized interventional cardiologist and recipient of Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
    • Dedicated Pediatric Cardiology Department – first of its kind in India with pediatric surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, and anesthesiologists.
    • Multidisciplinary teams across specialties including gastroenterology, nephrology, urology, orthopedics, and neurology.
    • Annual load of 14,500 admissions and 7,200 emergency cases, reflecting high expertise in complex cases.

    Infrastructure & Technology

    The hospital is equipped with cutting-edge medical infrastructure to provide world-class outcomes.

    • 310+ beds including 158 ICU beds for critical cases.
    • 5 advanced Cath Labs for complex cardiac interventions.
    • 9 modern operating theatres and hybrid ORs for combined surgical and interventional procedures.
    • High-end diagnostics: 64-slice CT scanner, 1.5 Tesla MRI, Gamma Camera for Nuclear Medicine, Digital Mammography, and advanced Echocardiography.
    • Specialized technology such as Shockwave Coronary Lithotripsy, Laser Angioplasty, Impella Heart Pump, and Robotic Surgery.
    • Fully Wi-Fi enabled campus with electronic medical records and rapid-response alert systems.
    • Dedicated Pediatric ICU and transplant units for heart, kidney, and liver.

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    Facilities

    FEHI ensures a patient-friendly environment with comfort, convenience, and international patient assistance.
    Comfort During Stay

    • Private rooms with TV, in-room phone, safe, and mobility-accessible facilities.
    • Free Wi-Fi, family accommodation, laundry & dry cleaning.
    • Concierge services, religious prayer room, café, and business centre.
    • Fitness services, parking availability, group stay packages.
    • Health insurance coordination, medical travel insurance, on-site foreign exchange, ATMs.
    • Multiple payment options – debit/credit card and net banking.

    Food & Dining

    • In-house restaurant serving international cuisine.
    • Customized diet plans based on medical and cultural needs.

    Treatment Support

    • Pre-arrival online consultations and cost estimates.
    • Seamless medical records transfer and documentation support.
    • Post-operative rehabilitation, pharmacy, and follow-up services.

    Research and Development

    FEHI has consistently pioneered new treatments and contributed to advancing cardiac care.

    • Asia-Pacific’s first hospital to perform Multi-layered Flow Modulator Surgery.
    • Ongoing clinical programs in advanced angioplasty, structural heart interventions, and electrophysiology.
    • Research collaborations in cardiac stents, valve replacements, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
    • Specialized alerts like Fortis Escorts Heart Alert Service for remote ECG transmission and rapid intervention.

    International Patient Support

    The hospital operates with a philosophy of compassionate and transparent care for both Indian and international patients.

    • Interpreter and translation services.
    • Visa assistance and travel office support.
    • Airport pickup/drop, car hire, limousine services, air ambulance.
    • Local tourism, shopping trips, and accommodation arrangements for attendants.
    • Dedicated International Patient Lounge for fast-track admission and discharge.
    • Single-point coordinators manage medical, financial, and travel-related queries.
    • Pre-arrival teleconsultations and detailed treatment planning.
    • Transparent billing and package-based treatments to avoid hidden costs.
    • Personalized recovery plans and telemedicine support for patients returning home.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Okhla Road, New Delhi – near Sukhdev Vihar Metro Station.

    Approximately 20 km (40–60 minutes by car).

    Sukhdev Vihar Metro Station, less than 1 km from the hospital.

    Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station, about 7 km away.

    JCI and NABH accredited.

    Yes, it is the first dedicated pediatric cardiac unit in India.

    Over 80,000 CABG, 53,000 angioplasties, and 173,000 angiographies.

    Yes, multilingual interpreters are available.

    Yes, international patients receive complimentary pickup and drop services.

    Yes, patients can receive online consultations and treatment plans in advance.
     

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