Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi – India
About Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan
Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan is a Director of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery in New Delhi with over 28 years of clinical experience in adult cardiac surgery, minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair and replacement, complex aortic surgery, and vascular surgery. He is recognised among leading cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons in India, having been associated with nearly 30,000 open-heart procedures and independently performing over 12,000 complex open-heart surgeries.
- MBBS from Gauhati Medical College, University of Guwahati (1994); MS General Surgery from Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh (2001); MCh Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum (2001/2006).
- International fellowships: Adult Cardiac Surgery and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia; Endoscopic Heart Surgery at Calvary Wakefield Hospital, Adelaide; Heart Transplant Fellowship at University Hospital of South Manchester, UK.
- Performed 1,000+ minimally invasive cardiac procedures including a large number of robotic cardiac procedures; leading teacher and trainer for junior surgeons in robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
- Recipient of Citation and Certificate of Appreciation from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, President of India (2002); Distinguished Service Award, World Congress on Clinical & Preventive Cardiology (2006); Dynamic Indian of the Millennium Award (KG Foundation, 2009).
- Member — Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), USA; International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS); International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT); Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS).
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Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Gauhati Medical College, University of Guwahati, Assam, India, 1994
- MS (General Surgery) — Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh University, Assam, India, 2001
- MCh (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery) — Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum, Kerala, India, 2001
Fellowships & Special Training
- Senior Fellowship in Adult Cardiac Surgery and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery — Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, Australia
- Senior Fellowship in Endoscopic Heart Surgery — Calvary Wakefield Hospital, Adelaide, Australia
- Senior Registrar in Minimal Access Heart Surgery — Ashford Hospital, Australia
- Transplant Fellowship — University Hospital of South Manchester, Manchester, UK
- FMICS — Fellow, International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Medical Council of India (MCI) — Registered
- Delhi Medical Council
- Fellow — International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (FMICS)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Coronary Artery Disease requiring Bypass Grafting
- Mitral Valve Disease (Stenosis / Regurgitation)
- Aortic Valve Disease (Stenosis / Regurgitation)
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
- Aortic Aneurysm (Thoracic and Abdominal)
- Aortic Dissection
- Heart Failure requiring Non-Transplant Surgical Options
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Congenital Heart Disease (Paediatric and Adult)
- Complex Redo Cardiac Surgery
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery: Leads the minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery unit — a trusted Vascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeon specialist in New Delhi, India for international patients seeking the best Vascular Surgeon doctor in India.
- Complex Aortic Surgery: Open, endovascular and hybrid repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms and dissections.
- Adult Cardiac Surgery: Off-pump coronary artery bypass (CABG), valve repair and replacement, ASD/VSD repair.
- Video-Assisted Key-Hole Mitral Surgery: Specialist expertise in video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) key-hole mitral valve procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (Beating Heart CABG)
- Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass (MIDCAB)
- Robotic Cardiac Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement
- Video-Assisted Key-Hole Mitral Surgery
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) coordination
- Complex Aortic Aneurysm Repair (Open and Endovascular)
- Aortic Dissection Repair
- Redo Cardiac Surgery
- ASD and VSD Repair
- Peripheral Vascular Bypass Surgery
- Carotid Endarterectomy
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla Road, New Delhi — Director, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi — Associate Director, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (Past)
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, New Delhi — Associate Director & In-Charge, CTVS (Past)
- Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Senior Registrar, Adult Cardiac Surgery (Past)
- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum — Senior Registrar, Cardiac Surgery (Past)
- Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia — Senior Overseas Fellow, Cardiac Surgery (Past)
- Calvary Wakefield Hospital, Australia — Senior Registrar, Endoscopic Heart Surgery (Past)
- Ashford Hospital, Australia — Senior Registrar, Minimal Access Heart Surgery (Past)
- University Hospital of South Manchester, UK — Transplant Fellow (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Leading teacher and trainer for junior surgeons in robotic cardiac surgery and minimally invasive cardiac surgery
- Invited faculty at international conferences on minimally invasive cardiac surgery
Key Achievements
- 28+ years of experience in high-volume cardiothoracic centres in India and Australia
- Associated with nearly 30,000 open-heart procedures
- Independently performed 12,000+ complex open-heart procedures
- Performed 1,000+ minimally invasive cardiac procedures including robotic cardiac operations
- Extensive experience rendering service in Australia, Uzbekistan, Iraq, and the Middle East
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Citation and Certificate of Appreciation — Distinguished service and outstanding contribution, awarded by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, President of India, 2002
- Distinguished Service Award — Outstanding contribution in Clinical & Preventive Cardiology, World Congress on Clinical & Preventive Cardiology, 2006
- Dynamic Indian of the Millennium Award — KG Foundation, 2009
Professional Memberships
- Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), USA
- International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS)
- International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Organisation (ELSO)
- Australia New Zealand Association of Cardiovascular (Thoracic) Surgeons
- Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery journals on minimally invasive cardiac surgery, valve repair, and complex aortic surgery — specific citation details not publicly available in a single indexed location.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery outcomes
- Off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting
- Complex aortic surgery
- Valve repair and non-transplant surgical options for heart failure
- Redo cardiac surgery techniques
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac Surgery Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG, Off-Pump) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $4,200 – $7,200 |
| Minimally Invasive CABG (MIDCAB) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $5,400 – $9,000 |
| Mitral Valve Repair / Replacement | ₹4,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,800 – $9,000 |
| Aortic Valve Replacement | ₹4,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,800 – $8,400 |
| Robotic Cardiac Surgery | ₹7,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $8,400 – $14,400 |
| Aortic Aneurysm Repair (Open / Endovascular) | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,400 |
| ASD / VSD Repair | ₹3,00,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,600 – $6,600 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan uses cutting-edge cardiothoracic and vascular surgery platforms including robotic cardiac surgery systems, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) for key-hole mitral procedures, off-pump CABG techniques, endovascular aortic repair, and minimally invasive valve surgery equipment. Virtual second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan specialize in treating?
Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan specialises in Vascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery, treating coronary artery disease, mitral and aortic valve disease, ASD, VSD, aortic aneurysms, aortic dissection, peripheral vascular disease, carotid artery disease, heart failure, congenital heart disease, and patients requiring complex redo cardiac surgery. He is a pioneering minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery specialist in New Delhi for international patients seeking the best Vascular Surgeon doctor in India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan?
Appointments with Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Vascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeon specialist in New Delhi, India.
