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Dental and medical care in Delhi is excellent. My first visit to a pathology lab in Delhi was an eye opening experience. Never had I seen such a beautiful, efficient, modern lab – and I’m Canadian! The cost was minimal compared to what I would pay at home, and the service was top notch.
This is not to say that the stereotypical clinic on a side lane without privacy or proper hygiene does not exist – it does and I’ve seen those too. But if you can afford to pay, first class healthcare is readily available and affordable.
In fact, medical tourism in India is a growing and thriving trend, particularly for cosmetic and dental procedures not typically covered under home medical or insurance plans. The Indian government even offers a 6 month medical e-visa. Facilities are modern, specialists are amongst the best in their field, English is widely spoken, and the cost is a fraction of what it would be in the US or UK.
World Class Dental and Medical Care in Delhi
Delhi isn’t a place most people consider when they think of world class dental and medical care. But the private sector offers excellent healthcare, just as good and often superior to what is available in North America and Europe.
Government vs Private Hospitals
Delhi has a three tiered health system: government, private and a partnership of the two. Government hospitals are notoriously understaffed, under serviced and underfunded. While there are some decent ones in Delhi, like AIIMS which is a university hospital, even doctors at government hospital choose private care for themselves and their families.
Delhi has a number of world class private hospitals, some that specialize in internal medicine, women’s health, cardiology and cancer. The standard of care is much higher in a private hospital with a far greater doctor/nurse to patient ratio. Many Indians will do everything possible to send a family member to a private facility, sometimes incurring incredible debt to do so.
Even though private hospital care is a lot less expensive than in the US or UK, treatment at a private facility can still reach $2,000 USD a day. For that reason it’s a good idea to have medical travel insurance.
Private Hospitals in Delhi
These are some of the best private hospitals in Delhi. Most hospitals have ambulances, but because traffic is so congested in the city, pick up can take a long time. Most patients prefer to arrange their own transportation to the hospital.
FORTIS FLT. LT. RAJAN DHALL HOSPITAL
Sector B, Pocket 1, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg
Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 76695-84327
E-mail: mailus@fortishealthcare.com
Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital website
PRIMUS SUPER SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
Chandragupta Marg
Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-6620 6640, +91 11-6620 6630
E-mail: info@primushospital.com
Primus Super Specialty Hospital website
MAX SUPER SPECIALTY HOSPITAL, SAKET
No. 1, 2, Press Enclave Road, Mandir Marg
Saket, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-2651 5050
Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket website
MADHUKAR RAINBOW CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
FC-29, Plot 5, Geetanjali
Malviya Nagar, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 84487 99504
Madhukar Rainbow Children’s Hospital website
Doctors in Delhi
These general practitioners are highly regarded in Delhi and have a large number of expat patients. I would not hesitate to go to either. The cost of a consultation will range from INR 850-2,000.
Should you require a specialist, you can call your embassy and ask for a recommendation. Embassies often have a list of doctors they refer their staff and nationals to.
DR. KIMBERLEY CHAWLA
East West Medical Center
38 Golf Links, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-2462 3738, 2469 0429
E-mail: info@drkimberleychawla.com
DR. GITA PRAKASH
Max Multi Specialty Centre
N-110 Panchsheel Park, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4609 7200
Max Multi Specialty Centre Panchsheel Park website
Mohalla Clinics
Mohalla Clinics act as neighbourhood walk-in medical clinics and treat simple ailments and non life threatening injuries.
The goal of the clinics is to provide free healthcare for underprivileged locals and reduce the patient traffic at government hospitals.
Mohalla clinics are set up in residential neighbourhoods, within walking distance for the residents. Today there are over 500 clinics across Delhi.
Try one of the doctors I have listed first before going to a Mohalla clinic, since the primary purpose of these clinics is to serve the local residents. But if you do go to a Mohalla clinic, be prepared to wait because they can be busy. Check the list below for a clinic near you.
MOHALLA CLINIC HOURS:
Monday to Saturday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (all locations) and 8:00 am – 6:00 pm (some locations)
List of Mohalla clinics in Delhi
Buying Medicine in Delhi
Medication is not expensive and readily available in Delhi. There are pharmacies all over the city. When purchasing non-prescription medication you may need to provide the generic name to the pharmacist (for example, ibuprofen instead of Advil).
The following pharmacies have a large inventory of prescription and non-prescription drugs and are open long hours. Most will deliver for a nominal fee.
DELHI MEDICOS
24/6/7, Yusuf Sarai, Aurobindo Marg
Green Park, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4707 1212, +91 88260 02120
APOLLO PHARMACY
G – 8, Marina Arcade
Connaught Place, New Delhi (other locations also)
Telephone: +91 88269 92200
Online pharmacies such as TRUEMEDS and NETMEDS are available in Delhi, but I would exercise caution (not with these companies specifically, but in general). There is a higher risk of counterfeit, contaminated and unsafe medication with online pharmacies.
Dental Care in Delhi
Because of its high level of care and affordability, Delhi has become a popular destination for dental tourism. Whether your dental needs are routine, cosmetic or urgent, either of these two clinics are excellent.
In fact, since relocating to Delhi I prefer to have my dental treatment there instead of in Canada. The level of care is just as good and it’s a lot less expensive.
These clinics are recommended by many embassies in Delhi to their staff and nationals. Friends and acquaintances have received care at both of these, and I am a patient of Dr. Poonam Batra.
DR. POONAM BATRA
B1/46, First Floor
Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-2616 5173, +91 98100 66619
E-mail: drpoonambatra@gmail.com
STERLING DENTAL CLINIC
16-A, Palam Marg
Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-2615 2930, 2615 2999, +91 98105 24169, +91 11-4175 2930
E-mail: drgiroti@yahoo.co.in
Sterling Dental Clinic website
Pathology Labs in Delhi
These are both excellent labs. Each has locations across Delhi (Dr. Lal Path Lab in particular has locations just about everywhere). You can check their websites to see which is closest to you (I’ve listed a central location for each) but both offer home collection. This is very convenient and appointments can be booked online.
Technicians are professional and efficient. Results are emailed to you.
DR. LAL PATH LAB
Ground Floor Flat No. 101&102, E-540
Greater Kailash, Part II, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4988 5050, +91 97738 98858
E-mail: lpl.greaterkailash@lalpathlabs.com
DR. DANGS LAB
C2/1 SDA Aurobindo Marg (next to Aurobindo Market)
New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4500 4200, +91 99999 92020
Diagnostic Imaging in Delhi
This is one of the best imaging centres in the city. They do all kinds of imaging: x-rays, ultrasound, MRI, CT scan etc.
MAHAJAN IMAGING
E-19, Main, Ring Road,
Defence Colony, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4306 0599, +91 99991 14924
Vision and Eye Care in Delhi
Shroff Eye Centre is a leader in optical and ophthalmological care in Delhi. They have four clinics throughout the Delhi region and the main one is listed below.
SHROFF EYE CENTRE
A-9, Kailash Colony
New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4163 3999, +91 11-2923 3266
Chiropractic Care and Physiotherapy in Delhi
Back in Motion is perhaps the best chiropractic and physiotherapy clinic in Delhi. It is widely recommended by locals and expats alike. Several of my friends go there and say the level of care is exceptional.
BACK IN MOTION PHYSIOTHERAPY AND CHIROPRACTOR CLINIC
C-26 GF, Main Road
Greater Kailash I, New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-4106 8158, +91 88028 50371
Back in Motion Physiotherapy and Chiropractor Clinic website
Ayurvedic Dental and Medical Care in Delhi
Ayurveda is the ancient system of medicine that originated in India about 3,000 years ago. Treatment is based on a holistic approach and natural medicinal substances. About 80% of the Indian population practice some form of Ayurvedic care.
There are a number of clinics in Delhi specializing in Ayurveda, but this is one of the very best and they have their own dispensary right in the clinic. There is no charge for consultations and you do not need to make an appointment.
There are several locations around Delhi but this is the clinic I personally go to. It is very central. They are open 9:00 am – 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm, closed Monday.
ARYA VAIDYA SALA KOTTAKKAL
E-76, South Extension
New Delhi
Telephone: +91 11-2462 8006, +91 11-2462 1790
Arya Vaidya Sala Kottakkal website
Delhi also has an entire hospital devoted to Ayurvedic medicine, the Maharishi Ayurveda Hospital. They offer in-patient care specializing in all aspects of Ayurveda care and are well known for Panchakarma treatments.
MAHARISHI AYURVEDA HOSPITAL
BP – Block, Shalimar Bagh
Delhi
Telephone: +91 90903 52323
Maharishi Ayurveda Hospital website
The Wrap-up on World Class Medical and Dental Care in Delhi
Do not be afraid to seek out healthcare in Delhi. Private dental and medical care is first class and among the best in the world. Care is professional and facilities are clean and modern, all at very affordable prices.
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