Best Hospitals for Completion Thyroidectomy in India

• Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, the Apollo Hospitals Group's flagship, is India's premier multi-super specialty hospital. It was founded as a joint venture with the Government of Delhi and has constantly ranked at the top of medical quality.

• Indraprastha Apollo, India's first hospital to be globally recognised by JCI in 2005, has established itself as a worldwide leader in organ transplantation and cardiac sciences.

• Indraprastha Apollo has earned numerous prestigious awards and recognitions, including:

  • It is the first hospital in India to be accredited by JCI (2005) and has been consecutively re-accredited.

  • Featured among the World's Best Hospitals in the Newsweek survey (2025).

  • FICCI Medical Value Travel Award for the Best Private Hospital for Medical Tourism (2019).

  • Golden Peacock Award for excellence in Risk Management.

• The hospital has achieved many groundbreaking milestones and holds extensive records in clinical excellence, such as:

  • Performed India's first successful paediatric liver transplant in 1998.

  • One of the world's busiest solid organ transplant centres, with over 500 paediatric liver transplants performed by 2011.

  • Achieved a 99.6% success rate in cardiac bypass (CABG) surgeries, with 91% performed on a beating heart.

  • A pioneer in robotic surgery across multiple specialties.

International Patient Services

Indraprastha Apollo is a preferred destination for international patients, offering comprehensive and personalised care:

• Pre-arrival Consultation and Case Review: Patients can receive medical opinions and treatment cost estimates from senior consultants prior to their visit.

• Visa & Travel Assistance: The hospital provides medical visa invitation letters and support for travel arrangements.

• Airport Pick-up/Drop-off: Complimentary transportation is arranged from and to the airport for a seamless arrival and departure.

• Multilingual Interpreters: Professional interpreters are available to ensure clear communication between patients and the medical team.

• Express Check-in, Dedicated Lounge & Personal Coordinators: A dedicated international patient lounge and personal coordinators ensure fast-tracked services and continuous support.

• Assistance with Accommodation and Food Arrangements: The team assists in finding suitable hotels or guesthouses and arranges customised meal plans.

• Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, one of the most modern and state-of-the-art multi-speciality tertiary care hospitals in Mumbai, was launched in 2008 by Reliance Group.
• It is the only hospital in Mumbai with all four renowned accreditations, including the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH), National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), India, Joint Commission International (JCI), and College of American Pathology (CAP), USA.
• It is the only Indian hospital to perform the fastest 1000 robotic surgeries within 48 months of launch and overall over 3615 robotic surgeries.
• The hospital has established 18 advanced cancer care centres which have performed over 21022 complex cancer surgeries with excellent outcomes.
• The hospital has received the following awards:
  • FE Healthcare Awards 2024
  • Winner of the Organizational Report Competition during Quality Month 2023
  • No. 1 Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai and Western India
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai Award at the Navbharat Healthcare Awards 2023
  • Hospital of the Year 2023 - Multispeciality, National Award
  • Ranked No. 1 Multispecialty Hospital in Mumbai and Western India by The Week Magazine - 7th year in a row
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital of Western India 2022
  • FE Best Hospital Awards 2022 for excellence in Multispeciality, Oncology, Orthopaedics and Neurology
  • Univants of Healthcare Excellence Certificate of Achievement 2021
  • Trusted Hospital in Mumbai 2021 award
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai award at the Nava Bharat Healthcare Awards 2021
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital Western Region Award at ET Health Awards 2021
  • Univants of Healthcare Excellence 2020 Certificate of Achievement
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital - National, Best Hospital for Oncology and Diabetology - Western India at ET Healthworld Hospital Awards 2020
  • Reader's Digest Most Trusted Hospital award
  • Best Multispeciality Hospital Award 2018
  • Centre for Excellence Award for Neurology at the India Healthcare and Wellness Awards
  • Excellence in Multispecialty Hospital Award at the India Today Excellence Healthcare Awards 2018
  • Reader's Digest's Trusted Hospital Award 2017 for Oncology
  • Best Multispecialty Hospital at BW Businessworld Healthcare & Summit Awards on 29th June 2016
  • One of the Reader's Digest Trusted Hospitals, 2016
  • Smartest Hospital Building by Honeywell
• International Patient Services -
  • The hospital offers specialised services for patients from around the world, guaranteeing them a pleasant and comfortable experience during their visit.
  • It was amongst the first hospitals in India to accept international patients, with COVID-related protocols in practice for doctors, support staff, patients, and relatives.

• Jaslok Hospital Mumbai was established on 6th July 1973 by philanthropist Seth Lokoomal Chanrai and surgeon Shantilal Jamnadas Mehta. 
• The facility has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) and ISO Certifications.
• Jaslok Hospital Mumbai achieved several milestones, including;
  • 1973: Launched as the first private urology department in India and performed the first renal transplant.
  • 1974: Introduced an Artificial Kidney Department (AKD), a pioneering effort in the private sector for kidney treatments.
  • Late 1970s: Established the endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism unit and was the first to set up Radioimmunoassay (RIA) in the country.
  • 1977: Became the first in Mumbai to introduce 2D Echocardiography and performed various pioneering cardiac procedures.
  • 1984: Established the Imaging and Interventional Radiology department, known for its diagnostic and interventional radiology services.
  • 1988: Initiated a comprehensive Functional Neurosurgical program, providing specialised care for various neurological conditions.
  • 1990: Launched the Department of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics, treating over 6000 couples and resulting in the birth of over 20,000 babies.
  • 1995: Introduced the first Headache Clinic in the country to cater to chronic headache patients.
  • 1997: Performed the first bladder pacemaker implantation in India.
  • 1998: Achieved several milestones, including the first successful living-related liver transplant in India and Western India.
  • 1999: Began offering Neuropsychiatry services, a pioneering effort in combining neurology and psychiatry.
  • 2000: Became the first to perform a successful bone marrow transplant in India and set up a specialised Bone Marrow Transplant department.
  • 2003: Performed the first endovenous Laser treatment for Varicose Veins in the country.
  • 2005: Achieved several firsts, including the world’s first Cumulus Aided Transfer (CAT) IVF procedure and introduced advanced imaging technologies.
  • 2010: Pioneered the first Intracranial Aneurysm Coil procedure in India and incorporated MRGFUS technology.
  • 2018: Launched a new ICU, a Heart Failure Clinic, and was recognised as a Centre of Excellence for Wilson’s Disease.
  • 2020: Restarted renal transplants post-COVID-19 pandemic and administered over 5 lakh vaccines during the pandemic.
  • 2021: Introduced TrueBeam Linear Accelerator for advanced radiation therapy and continued excellence in critical care services.
  • 2022: Built the Jaslok Annexe, a new facility with advanced healthcare services, and expanded the Renal Sciences Department.
  • 2023: Introduced several new services, including a state-of-the-art Mammography Department, the first Restorative and Regenerative Medicine department, and a Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery fellowship.
• It is one of India’s largest research centres, conducting various clinical trials and research projects in collaboration with institutions both in India and abroad.
• It plays a significant role in serving the less fortunate sections of society, with 20% of its beds allocated to disadvantaged and weaker sections of the community.
• International Patient Services;
  • Pre-Travel Support: The hospital offers virtual medical consultations, medical history assessments, and travel logistics support for international patients.
  • During Stay: It provides various room options, translator services, and assistance for a comfortable stay.
  • Post-Visit Support: It offers medical records and virtual consultation facilities for patients preparing to return home.
  • Special Facilities for international patients include:
    • Airport Pickup
    • Ambulance Services
    • Translator Services
    • Appointment Coordination
    • Locker Facilities
    • Health Insurance Coordination
    • Diet on Request
    • International Cuisine

• Jaypee Hospital is a tertiary care, multi-speciality facility with a capacity of 1200 beds and 504 beds operational in Phase I. It is a flagship initiative from the Jaypee Group dedicated to meeting the acute need for quality healthcare. 
• The plan, design, and construction of this hospital have positioned it amongst the very few GOLD LEED-certified hospital buildings in India.
• It holds NABH accreditation, showcasing its commitment to high-quality healthcare standards.
• In 2018, it received the Achiever Emerging Multi-Speciality Hospital award from Times Healthcare Achievers.
• The hospital was ranked among the top 10 hospitals in North India by the Times Health All India Critical Care Hospital Ranking Survey in 2017.
• In the same year, Times Healthcare Achievers, Delhi NCR, also honoured it as the best multi-speciality hospital.
• The unit completed over 1350 organ transplants, including 1000+ successful kidney transplants and 350+ successful liver transplants. It has achieved remarkable success in second transplant cases and has successfully conducted unmatched blood group liver and kidney transplants.
• It has successfully performed over 2000 knee surgeries and 2000 cataract surgeries.
• It has conducted over 23,000 cancer procedures, including 2000+ radiation therapy sessions, 150+ bone marrow transplants, 11,000+ chemotherapy sessions, and 10,000+ PET-CT scans.
• International Patient Services For international patients, Jaypee Hospital offers a range of specialised services to ensure a comfortable and hassle-free experience:

1. Pre-arrival Services:
   • Appointment scheduling.
   • Virtual OPD & Teleconsultation services.
   • Treatment packages for various medical conditions.
   • Visa assistance.
2. Arrival and Stay Services:
   • Airport pick-up and drop-off facility.
   • Assistance with admission to the hospital.
   • Registration with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO).
   • Accommodation arrangements both during and after hospitalisation for the patient and their accompanying attendant.
   • Customised diet plans for the patient and attendant.
   • Laundry services.
   • Access to a prayer room.
   • Wi-Fi and internet service in patient rooms.
   • Travel arrangements for the patient and attendant post-discharge.
3. Post-Discharge Services:
   • Tele-consults and follow-ups post-discharge.
   • A dedicated guest house for international patients is maintained by Jaypee Hospital.
   • In-house translators for patient comfort.
   • Assistance in getting doctor’s opinions and further treatment advice.
   • Post-discharge review and follow-up via teleconsultation.

• Shalby Multispecialty Hospital Ahmedabad, established in 2007, is the flagship unit of Shalby Hospitals, founded by Dr. Vikram I Shah.
• It adheres to high-quality healthcare standards and is accredited by NABH (National Accreditation Board of Hospitals & Healthcare Providers).
• The hospital also has extensive laboratory testing facilities that are recognised by NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories).
• The hospital is renowned for joint replacement surgeries, attracting patients from India and worldwide.
• The hospital performs more than 14,000 joint replacement surgeries annually and has conducted over 1,45,000 joint replacements in the last 30 years.
• Shalby Naroda, located in eastern Ahmedabad, serves communities in central and north Gujarat, parts of Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.
• The hospital is committed to patient accessibility through programs like RGHS, Ayushman Bharat Yojna, and various insurance and Mediclaim facilities.
• Shalby was the first in Western India to offer Total Knee Replacement surgery.
• The hospital provides at-home medical treatments through the Shalby Homecare facility to 2000 patients.
• Shalby Hospitals has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Award, FICCI Operational Excellence Award, and CNBC Bajar Award for Excellence in Healthcare Services.
• The hospital was honoured with the Best Medical Tourism Centre of Gujarat at Asia’s Biggest Tourism Awards 2024.
• Other accolades include the Economic Times Best Orthopaedic Hospital, ASSOCHAM Best Hospital for Patient Safety & Care, and the Best Multispecialty Hospitals Chain by Eminent Research.
• The hospital is committed to patient-centric care and clinical excellence, offering best-in-class multispecialty healthcare services.
• Its vision is to be among the best replacement centres globally and a preferred institution for cardiac, spine, oncology, and trauma treatments.
• International Patient Services;
  • It is located near S G Highway in Ramdevnagar Satellite and is a preferred destination for healthcare and medical tourism in Gujarat.
  • It operates Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in India and abroad, including Kenya and Uganda.
  • The facility includes 50 OPDs and patient follow-up centres across India and 15 OPDs in Africa.

• Established in 2005, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, is considered one of the best hospitals in the country. 
• The hospital is accredited with NABH and JCI and provides the highest quality of patient safety and care.
• It is a regional hub for complex procedures, including targeted cancer treatments, neurovascular intervention, heart surgeries, orthopaedic surgeries, liver & kidney transplants, and fertility treatments.
• Max Institute of Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery, Saket is accredited as the First and Founder Center of Excellence in ‘Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery’ (2011 - 2014) by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA.
• Max Hospital has also received many awards, including:
  • Awarded for its initiatives towards customer experience improvement & for patient safety at FICCI Healthcare Excellence Awards
  • Express Healthcare Awards for Excellence in Healthcare
  • Honoured with the First Global Green OT Accreditation
  • D L Shah National Award on 'Economics of Quality' by Quality Council of India
• International Patient Services - With highly experienced, internationally renowned doctors and advanced medical technology, the hospital provides tailored services to ensure a seamless experience for international patients. 

• Dr. K. Ravindranath founded Global Hospitals Group in Hyderabad in 1998. The group began operations in 1999 and is known as India's first multi-organ transplant centre. 
• In 2008, it expanded with tertiary care centres in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai.
• Global Hospitals' facilities are accredited by NABH, NABL, and NABB. Gleneagles Global Health City in Chennai has earned accreditation from various international agencies, reflecting its commitment to exceptional healthcare standards.
• Global Health City, Chennai, stands out for its pioneering achievements:
  • First in South India to perform five successful organ transplants in a single day
  • First in India to perform an adult swap liver transplant and a split-liver transplant
  • Recognised as South India’s leading liver transplant centre
  • First in India to implant an artificial lung
  • First in India to perform a successful uterine transplant
  • Achieved India’s first minimally invasive lung transplant and single lung transplant
  • South India’s first dedicated HIPEC centre and leading hand transplant centre
  • Introduced India’s first two-wheeler ambulance service (GART)
  • First in South Asia to perform nucleus replacement in the spine.
• The facility performs 19,000 surgeries, treats 31,000 outpatients, and has 51,000 inpatients annually.
• The lung transplantation program here is considered the best in India.
• The hospital has conducted 100 successful robotic surgeries.
• International Patient Services;
  • The hospital attracts thousands of patients from India, the Middle East, Africa, and SAARC nations.
  • It offers video consultation services for patients in India and abroad, ensuring access to top-notch medical consultations.
  • The hospital has tie-ups with all major cashless health insurance players and is the preferred choice for many major corporations.

• Gleneagles Hospitals, formerly known as Global Hospitals Group, was established in 1996.
• It is part of Parkway Pantai Ltd., one of Asia's largest integrated private healthcare groups, with a network of 22 hospitals.
• The hospital network includes facilities in Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, India, China, and Vietnam.
• In 1999, Gleneagles Hospitals marked a significant moment in India's medical history by introducing the country's first Multi-organ Transplant centre and a cutting-edge Gastroenterology facility in Hyderabad.
• By 2008, Gleneagles Hospitals expanded its reach by inaugurating state-of-the-art tertiary care centres in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai.
• Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, has received NABH accreditation for its hospital, blood bank, ER department, and nursing excellence.
• It is also accredited by NABL for its laboratory services.
• Additionally, the hospital is recognised by the Government of India for Research and Development.
• In India, Gleneagles Hospitals is ranked:
  • 1st in plastic surgery.
  • 2nd in liver transplant.
  • 5th in pulmonology and neurology.
• In Mumbai, it is ranked:
  • 1st in plastic surgery and liver transplant.
  • 4th in pulmonology and neurology.
  • 5th in best multispeciality and urology.
• It has achieved several milestones in medical care, including:
  • Asia's first bilateral total arm transplant.
  • Western India's first simultaneous liver-kidney transplant.
  • Western India's first ABO-incompatible paediatric liver transplant.
  • Western India's smallest baby living donor liver transplant (4.4 kg).
  • Western India's first laparoscopic donor surgery.
  • Western India's first auxiliary liver transplant.
  • Western India's first TB spine surgery and liver transplant.
  • Western India's first ABO-incompatible adult liver transplant.
  • Western India's first swap liver transplant.
  • Western India's first dual lobe liver transplant.
  • Introduction of the Two Wheeler Ambulance Service (GART - Global Accident Rescue Team).
  • Performance of the Nucleus Replacement in Spine, a first in South Asia.
  • Association with King's College Hospital, London, UK, as the only Indian hospital for liver transplants.

• International Patient Services;
  • The facility serves patients not only from India but also from regions like Africa, the Middle East, SAARC, and the CIS countries.
  • The hospital provides comprehensive services for international patients, including an International Patient Coordinator for personalised care.
  • Translation Services are available to assist international patients.
  • It also offers TeleHealth and Video Consultations for overseas patients.

• Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals, Kolkata, was established in 2003 as a joint venture between Apollo Group of Hospitals, India, and Parkway Health of Singapore. 
• It is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), which sets the benchmark for quality in healthcare.
• The facility has NABL certification in six categories: Hematology and immunohematology, Histopathology and cytopathology, Microbiology and serology, Clinical Pathology, and Clinical Biochemistry.
• It was ranked as the best multi-speciality hospital in Kolkata by THE WEEK-A C Nielsen Best Hospital Survey 2013.
• Apollo performed the first-ever Reverse Shoulder Prosthesis Replacement in East India.
• The hospital launched India's first Cellvizio System for real-time, in vivo cellular imaging.
• The facility conducted the first-ever cadaver transplant in Eastern India.
• It organised the first live workshop on CARTO, or Electrophysiology Mapping Technique, in Eastern India.
• Apollo, Kolkata runs several Social Initiatives, including;
  • SACHi (Save a Child's Heart Initiative) provides paediatric cardiac care and financial support to underprivileged children.
  • The SAHI (Society to Aid the Hearing Impaired) initiative supports children with hearing impairment.
  • The CURE Foundation focuses on cancer screening, cure, and rehabilitation.
  • Additionally, the hospital collaborates with Yuvraj Singh's YOUWECAN for massive cancer screenings.
  • It conducts comprehensive health screening camps nationwide, leveraging telemedicine and mHealth capabilities to reach remote areas.
• International Patient Services:
  • Apollo provides complete care and support for international patients to ensure a seamless and exemplary hospital experience.
  • The hospital is known for its warm hospitality, competent care, and technological excellence.

• Fortis healthcare is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India.
• The healthcare verticals of this organisation primarily compromises of hospital, diagnostic and day care speciality facilities.
• Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai offers comprehensive medical care in more than 40 specialities such as cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, nephrology, gynaecology, urology, paediatrics and diabetes among few.
• Fortis Malar specialises in cutting edge medical technology and dedicated patient care service.
• The hospital has more than 160 consultants and 650 employees to manage over 11,000in-patients.

• NABH accredited, Columbia Asia Hospital was established in 2008.
• It is an international healthcare group that operates a chain of modern hospitals across India, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia.
• The hospital offers clinical services such as Obstetrics & Gynecology, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Opthalmology, Ear, Nose & Throat, Urology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Orthopedics, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, Smoking Session Clinic, Sleep Lab, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Neuro & Spine Surgery, Pulmonology.
• Its special clinics include Knee clinic, Asthma Clinic, Cosmetic Clinic, ENT Clinic, Outpatient Clinics, Bariatric Surgery Clinic and Spine Clinic.
• The hospital follows globally benchmarked standards of medical, nursing and operating protocols and has international standard insfrastructure.
• It is one of the most preferred health care service providers of Gurgaon.