Dr. Shiv Kumar Choudhary
Executive Director - Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
32 years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- M.B.B.S - Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- MS - Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- MCh in Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Overview:
Dr. Shiv Choudhary, a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon, formerly served as the Head of Department and Professor at AIIMS, New Delhi—one of India’s most prestigious medical institutions. He now holds the position of Executive Director at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, where he continues to lead advancements in adult cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. With over 32 years of experience, Dr. Choudhary is widely recognized for his clinical expertise and surgical precision in handling some of the most complex cardiac cases.
Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 500 major cardiac surgeries every year, ranging from neonatal arterial switch operations to high-risk aneurysm repairs, demonstrating both his vast experience and trusted surgical acumen. He has a particular interest in aortic and valve surgeries and has significantly contributed to the field by developing and refining numerous innovative techniques, such as - Percutaneously adjustable pulmonary artery band, Antegrade cerebral perfusion, Modified ultrafiltration, Valve patches for ASD/VSD closure, Congenital tricuspid valve repair, Left atrial reduction, Pulmonary vein isolation. These innovations have enhanced surgical outcomes and broadened the scope of treatment for patients with complex cardiac pathologies. Dr. Choudhary has also played a crucial leadership role in establishing state-of-the-art treatment protocols and surgical facilities for challenging cardiac conditions.
Beyond the operating room, he has made a deep impact as a teacher and mentor, having trained a generation of young cardiothoracic surgeons and guided their development with hands-on clinical insight. Additionally, he has actively contributed to formulating national guidelines and has worked on developing cost-effective, India-specific solutions tailored to the needs of diverse patient populations. His involvement extends to professional medical societies, editorial boards, and expert panels, where he continues to shape the future of cardiac surgery both in India and internationally.
Conditions Treated:
- Coronary artery disease
- Valvular heart disease
- Congenital heart defects
- Aortic aneurysms
- Heart failure
Procedures Performed:
- Aortic Dissection
- Repair Aortic Aneurysm
- Bentall’s Procedure (Aortic root replacement)
- Mitral valve repair/replacement
- Aortic valve repair/replacement
- Tricuspid valve repair (including congenital tricuspid valve)
- Arterial switch operation (especially in neonates)
- ASD/VSD closure with valve patch techniques
- Heart Transplantation
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Implantation
Memberships:
- Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
- Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), USA Gi
- Asian Society for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (ASCVTS)
- International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)
- Editorial Boards & Peer Review Committees
- Expert Panels & Government Committees
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Dr. Shiv Kumar Choudhary is a leading Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon with over 32 years of experience. He currently serves as the Executive Director of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi. He was formerly the Head of Department and Professor at AIIMS, New Delhi.
Dr. Choudhary specializes in - Aortic dissection and aneurysm repair, Heart transplantation, LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) procedures, Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy, Neonatal and complex congenital heart surgeries, Valve repair and aortic surgeries.
Dr. Choudhary performs over 500 major cardiac surgeries annually, including high-risk and complex procedures, neonatal surgeries, and re-operations.
He has pioneered several surgical innovations, such as - Percutaneously adjustable pulmonary artery band, Antegrade cerebral perfusion, Modified ultrafiltration, Valved patches for ASD/VSD closure, Congenital tricuspid valve repair, Pulmonary vein isolation and left atrial reduction.
Yes, Dr. Choudhary regularly treats international patients and offers world-class care aligned with global surgical standards. Fortis Escorts has a dedicated international patient services team.
Yes, in addition to his clinical work, Dr. Choudhary has trained numerous cardiac surgeons, contributed to national treatment guidelines, and served on editorial boards of reputed medical journals.
He is associated with - Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS) Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) Indian Medical Association (IMA) Other national and international cardiac surgery bodies.
You can directly book an appointment at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute or connect with HOSPIDIO for assistance via Email: [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.