Shalimar Bagh, Delhi

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh

Q: What is Fortis Shalimar Bagh best known for internationally?

Its dedicated Fortis Cancer Institute, recognition as a Centre of Excellence in Cardiac Bypass Surgery and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, and specialized transplant ICUs covering heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplant.

Q: How is this different from Fortis Escorts or Fortis Vasant Kunj?

All three are part of the Fortis Healthcare network but separate hospitals. Fortis Escorts is cardiology-focused, Fortis Vasant Kunj is known for kidney transplant and neurosciences, and Fortis Shalimar Bagh stands out for its Cancer Institute and multi-organ transplant capabilities.

Q: Is this hospital's building actually environmentally certified?

Yes, it was the first hospital building in India registered for the Green Building Rating System and received a 3-Star rating from India's Bureau of Energy Efficiency.

Q: What accreditation and certifications does it hold?

NABH accreditation including Ethics Committee and Nursing Excellence certification, an NABL-accredited laboratory, and Green OT certification.

Q: Does this hospital offer IVF and fertility treatment?

Yes, through the Fortis Ridge IVF Centre, offering IVF, ICSI, and IUI with integrated access to obstetrics and a Level III NICU.

Q: What documentation is needed for transplant cases here?

Foreign patients need a living donor verified as a near relative under Indian law, confirmed through embassy certification, plus standard medical reports, visa, and passport documentation for both patient and donor, a legal requirement across all Indian hospitals.

Q: How do I get a treatment plan and cost estimate from Fortis Shalimar Bagh?

Sharing medical reports and condition details with HealPassage leads to coordination with Fortis Shalimar Bagh specialists to provide a treatment plan and cost estimate, typically within 24 to 48 hours.

Home to a dedicated Cancer Institute and specialized transplant ICUs for heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow — India's first hospital building registered for the Green Building Rating System.

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh is a 375-bed, NABH-accredited multi-super-speciality hospital in North Delhi, established in 2010 on a 7.34-acre campus. It houses 166 ICU beds with specialized units for neurology/neurosurgery and heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplants, alongside 10 advanced modular operation theatres. The hospital is recognized worldwide as a Centre of Excellence in Cardiac Bypass Surgery and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, and holds the distinction of being the first hospital building in India to register for the Green Building Rating System, alongside a 3-Star rating from India's Bureau of Energy Efficiency.

Beds375 (166 ICU)

Established2010

AccreditationNABH, NABL, Green OT

LocationShalimar Bagh, Delhi

About the hospital

History, Ownership & Accreditation

Built as a Flagship, Sustainable Facility

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh opened in 2010 as a purpose-built, flagship multi-super-speciality facility for the Fortis Healthcare network — the same network that includes Fortis Escorts Heart Institute and Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, and which is now majority-linked to Malaysia's IHH Healthcare following a 2018 acquisition.

Unusually for an Indian hospital of its era, sustainability was built into its design from the start: it was the first hospital building in India to register for the Green Building Rating System, and one of the first hospitals nationally to receive a 3-Star rating from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency under India's Ministry of Power. Since opening, the hospital has expanded significantly — from an initial 262 beds to its current 375-bed capacity, including 166 ICU beds.

2010 Hospital established on a 7.34-acre campus in Shalimar Bagh

2010s First hospital building in India registered for the Green Building Rating System; 3-Star Bureau of Energy Efficiency rating

2018 IHH Healthcare (Malaysia) acquires controlling stake in Fortis Healthcare

Ongoing Expansion from 262 to 375 operational beds, including 166 ICU beds

2024 AHPI Excellence in Nursing Practice Award

Accreditation & Certification

NABH

Accredited hospital, with separate NABH certification for its Ethics Committee and Nursing Excellence standards.

NABL

Accredited laboratory, covering nuclear medicine, radiology, biochemistry, hematology, transfusion medicine, and microbiology testing.

Green OT

Certified operation theatres meeting environmental sustainability standards, consistent with the hospital's green building origins.

Specialties

Fortis Cancer Institute (Oncology) Cardiac Bypass Surgery Interventional Cardiology Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery Neurology & Neurosurgery Heart, Liver, Kidney & Bone Marrow Transplant Fortis Ridge IVF Centre Orthopedics Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Level III NICU & PICU

What's treated here

Specialties & Care Team

Fortis Shalimar Bagh's strongest programs are cancer care, cardiac bypass surgery, and multi-organ transplant. Below are the departments most relevant to international patients.

Fortis Cancer Institute

A dedicated cancer institute offering medical, surgical, and radiation oncology under one roof, backed by advanced diagnostic laboratories in nuclear medicine and radiology.

Cardiac Bypass Surgery

Recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Cardiac Bypass Surgery, alongside interventional and non-invasive cardiology, supported by state-of-the-art Cath Labs.

Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Specialized cardiac care for infants and children with congenital heart conditions, recognized as one of the hospital's core areas of clinical excellence.

Solid Organ & Bone Marrow Transplant

Specialized ICUs dedicated to heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplant patients — a relatively rare combination of transplant types offered under one hospital roof.

Neurology & Neurosurgery

A dedicated neurology and neurosurgery ICU, supporting complex brain, spine, and nerve conditions requiring high-acuity post-surgical care.

Fortis Ridge IVF Centre

A dedicated fertility centre offering IVF, ICSI, and IUI, with integrated access to obstetrics and a Level III NICU for continuous care from conception through childbirth.

Orthopedics

Joint replacement and sports injury procedures including ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy, and knee/hip surgery.

Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery

Aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures, recognized as a destination for both types of care in Delhi.

Neonatal & Pediatric Critical Care

Level III NICU and PICU facilities providing the highest level of neonatal and pediatric intensive care available.

How you'll be matched with a specialist

Once you share your medical reports, our medical coordination team identifies the specific specialist(s) at Fortis Shalimar Bagh whose experience best matches your condition — particularly relevant for transplant cases, given the hospital's specialized multi-organ transplant ICU setup. You'll receive their name, qualifications, and relevant experience before you commit to travel.

Getting there & settling in

International Patient Services at Fortis Shalimar Bagh

As part of the Fortis Healthcare network — which has treated 200,000+ international patients from 175+ countries — Fortis Shalimar Bagh follows the same structured international patient program used across the group.

Pre-Arrival Medical Opinion

A medical opinion and tele-consultation with the treating specialist can typically be arranged before you travel, consistent with the Fortis Healthcare network's standard international patient process.

Relationship Manager & Interpreters

A dedicated relationship manager and language interpreter support, in line with standard Fortis Healthcare International Patient Services across its network.

Visa, FRRO & Airport Transfers

Support with visa documentation and FRRO formalities, plus complimentary two-way airport transfers as part of standard network-wide services.

Accommodation & Attendant Stay

Accommodation assistance for you and an accompanying attendant, particularly relevant given the hospital's dedicated transplant and cancer care programs, where extended stays are common.

Cashless Insurance & TPA Support

Cashless insurance and Third-Party Administrator (TPA) coordination is available for patients with applicable international or corporate health insurance.

Post-Treatment Follow-Up

Discharge planning, departure coordination, and follow-up support after you return home, with daily updates for family or referring doctors during your stay.

For heart, liver, kidney, or bone marrow transplant cases: foreign patients will need a living donor verified as a "near relative" under Indian law (spouse, parent, child, sibling, or grandparent/grandchild), confirmed through embassy certification, along with the standard medical reports, visa, passport, and photographs for both patient and donor.

A note on this section: the general services described here reflect the standard Fortis Healthcare network process (also confirmed on the Fortis Escorts page), rather than details verified specifically on Fortis Shalimar Bagh's own page. We'll confirm exact current services directly with the hospital's international patient team as part of coordinating your case.

How HealPassage fits in

Fortis Shalimar Bagh's International Patient Team handles visa documentation, transfers, and on-the-ground logistics once your case is accepted. HealPassage's role is what happens first — reviewing your reports, getting you a treatment plan and cost estimate, and making sure your documentation (including donor paperwork, for transplant cases) is ready before you travel.

Common questions

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh FAQs

Answers to what patients most commonly ask about this specific hospital.

What is Fortis Shalimar Bagh best known for internationally? ＋

Its dedicated Fortis Cancer Institute, its recognition as a Centre of Excellence in Cardiac Bypass Surgery and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, and its specialized transplant ICUs covering heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplant — a relatively unusual combination of transplant specialties offered under one roof.

How is this different from Fortis Escorts or Fortis Vasant Kunj? ＋

All three are part of the Fortis Healthcare network but are separate hospitals in different parts of Delhi. Fortis Escorts (Okhla) is cardiology-focused, Fortis Vasant Kunj is known for kidney transplant and neurosciences, and Fortis Shalimar Bagh stands out for its dedicated Cancer Institute and its combination of heart, liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplant capabilities.

Is this hospital's building actually environmentally certified? ＋

Yes — it was the first hospital building in India to register for the Green Building Rating System, and one of the first hospitals in the country to receive a 3-Star rating from India's Bureau of Energy Efficiency. This isn't directly related to clinical quality, but it does reflect a longer institutional track record and investment in infrastructure.

What accreditation and certifications does it hold? ＋

NABH accreditation (including separate certification for its Ethics Committee and Nursing Excellence), an NABL-accredited laboratory, and Green OT certification for its operation theatres.

Does this hospital offer IVF and fertility treatment? ＋

Yes, through the Fortis Ridge IVF Centre, which offers IVF, ICSI, and IUI with integrated access to obstetrics and a Level III NICU — useful if pregnancy complications need specialized neonatal care after birth.

What documentation is needed for transplant cases here? ＋

For heart, liver, kidney, or bone marrow transplant, foreign patients need a living donor verified as a "near relative" under Indian law, confirmed through embassy certification, plus standard medical reports, visa, and passport documentation for both patient and donor. This is a legal requirement across all Indian hospitals, not specific to Fortis.

How do I get a treatment plan and cost estimate from Fortis Shalimar Bagh? ＋

Share your medical reports and condition details with HealPassage, and if Fortis Shalimar Bagh is a good fit for your case, we'll coordinate with their specialists to get you a treatment plan and cost estimate — typically within 24-48 hours.

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