Doctor Profile
Dr. Ashok Seth Chairman - Cardiac Science & Interventional Cardiology
Heart Care / Cardiology
MBBS, FRCP, FESC, MSCAI, FAPSIC, FIMSA
Fortis Escorts Heart Hospital, Delhi (FEHI)
40 years of experience
About Dr. Ashok Seth
- Dr. Ashok Seth chairman of Cardiac Science & Interventional Cardiology at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, with more than 40 years of experience in heart care. He has led many advancements in the treatment of heart conditions, especially complex cases.
- Pioneering techniques like Impella-supported angioplasties, TAVI, and Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) have helped Dr. Seth improve heart treatment outcomes for patients in India and worldwide. His innovations continue to enhance recovery and quality of life for those with complex heart conditions.
- Dr. Seth has been honored with the Padma Shri (2003) and Padma Bhushan (2015), two of India’s highest civilian awards. In 2017, he also received the B.C. Roy National Award from the President of India for his outstanding work in medicine.
- Best Cardiac Science & Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Ashok Seth has performed over 25,000 angioplasties and 60,000 angiographies, making him one of the most experienced cardiologists in the country. His contributions have earned him a place in the LIMCA Book of Records.
- He is the President of the Asian Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology (APSIC) and has served as the Past President of the Cardiological Society of India (CSI), helping lead the growth of cardiology in the region. He was also listed as one of the ‘75 Changemakers of Indian Healthcare’ by the HEAL Foundation and recognised as a ‘Game Changer in Healthcare’ by Outlook magazine in 2023.
- With over 600 invitations to speak at prestigious medical conferences worldwide, including TCT (USA), EuroPCR (Paris), and Singapore Live, Dr. Seth shares his expertise with fellow cardiologists. He trains them in advanced heart procedures, helping elevate the standard of care across the world.
- Dr. Ashok Seth is the founder of five major teaching courses on angioplasty, including India Live and India Valves, which train cardiologists from around the world in the latest techniques for treating heart disease.
- He has written over 500 articles in medical journals and contributed chapters to 30 books on cardiology. He is also the editor of three books, sharing his expertise with medical professionals globally.
- As a leader in medical research and innovation, Dr. Seth has contributed to studies involving Indian-made medical devices and serves as an advisor to renowned companies like Meril and Abbott. Additionally, he plays a vital role in training cardiologists in advanced valve replacement techniques, such as TAVI, helping to shape the future of heart care.
- Book an appointment with Dr. Ashok Seth today for expert heart care. Feel free to contact our patient care team at +91 9354982727 to schedule your consultation or book an appointment.
Education and Training
- MBBS -Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, AMU
- FRCP – Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London
- FACC – Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
- FESC – Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology
- MSCAI – Master Interventionalists of the Society
- FAPSIC – Fellow of Asian Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology
- FIMSA – Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
- FCSI – Fellowship in the Cardiological Society of India
- DSc – BHU, AMU, Amity University, TMU, Shiv Nadar University
- Doctor of Literature – Jamia Millia University
Awards & Achievements
Dr. Seth has been awarded the National Honour of Padma Shri in 2003.
Padma Bhushan in 2015.
B.C.Roy National Award for the Most Eminent Medical Person by the President of India in January 2017.
Dr. Ashoke Seth has also been awarded the National Honour of Republic of Spain Crus Officer with Insignia Order of Isabella the Catholic Master Interventionalist (MSCAI) by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (USA).
Life Time Achievement in Interventional Cardiology Award by Chien Foundation (Singapore) in addition to 85 other national and international awards.
Area of Expertise
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- MitraClip (TMVR)
- Tricuspid Valve Implantation
- Structural Interventions
- Complex and High-Risk Coronary Angioplasties
- Laser Angioplasty
- BioAbsorbable Stents
- Impella Pump Supported Angioplasty
- Rotational and Orbital Atherectomy
- Shockwave Lithotripsy
- Aortic Aneurysm Stent Grafts
- Carotid Angioplasties
- Peripheral Angioplasties
Work Experience
- Presently working with Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi as Chairman, of Cardiac Science.
- Chief, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Gurgaon.
- Senior Consultant, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi.
Professional Memberships
- President of Asian Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology (APSIC)
- Former President – Cardiological Society of India (CSI)