# Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road > Citation bundle for Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road on The Treatment Registry. > URL: https://thetreatmentregistry.com/clinics/fortis-hospital-bangalore > Bundle URL: https://thetreatmentregistry.com/api/citations/clinics/fortis-hospital-bangalore - City: Bangalore - Country: india - Type: hospital - Founded: 2006 - Website: https://www.fortishealthcare.com - Verification status: partial - Verification tier: 2 - Last verified: 2024-02-12 - Next review due: 2025-02-12 ## Summary A JCI- and NABH-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Bangalore, part of the Fortis Healthcare network. The general surgery department performs high-volume laparoscopic hernia repairs and the orthopaedic department is known for joint replacement procedures. ## Detail Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road is a 400-bed multi-specialty hospital in Bangalore, Karnataka, established in 2006 as part of the Fortis Healthcare chain. The hospital employs approximately 450 staff and holds dual accreditation from JCI and NABH, placing it among the most credentialed facilities in southern India. The general surgery department performs a substantial volume of laparoscopic and open hernia repairs annually, including inguinal, umbilical, incisional, and recurrent hernias. The department uses both synthetic and biological mesh options and offers robotic-assisted laparoscopic repair for complex cases. The orthopaedic department is separately known for high-volume total knee and hip replacement surgery using computer-navigated techniques. International patient services are coordinated through the Fortis International Patient Services division, which provides visa assistance, airport pickup, interpreter services, and accommodation referrals. Bangalore’s Kempegowda International Airport offers direct connections to the Middle East, South-East Asia, and select European cities. The hospital’s surgical infrastructure includes modern operating theatres with laminar airflow, advanced anaesthesia workstations, and a fully staffed intensive care unit. The facility maintains a hospital infection control programme aligned with JCI standards and tracks surgical site infection rates as part of its clinical governance framework. The hospital’s general surgery department maintains a dedicated hernia outcomes registry that tracks recurrence rates, chronic pain incidence, and mesh-related complications across all repair techniques. Post-discharge follow-up for international patients is coordinated through a structured telemedicine programme, allowing wound reviews and progress assessments to be conducted remotely after the patient has returned home. The department’s surgeons collectively perform over 500 hernia repairs annually. ## Accreditations held - **NABH** [verified on 2024-02-12] — https://www.nabh.co - **JCI** [verified on 2024-02-12] — https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/who-we-are/accredited-organizations/ ## Published outcomes - **Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road — published outcomes / quality report** — Period 2025; Complication 0.16% - Source: https://www.fortishealthcare.com/clinical-outcomes-at-fortis-healthcare ## FAQs ### How are JCI and NABH accreditations at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road independently verified? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road holds JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation, verifiable at jointcommissioninternational.org/who-we-are/accredited-organizations/, and NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers) accreditation, searchable at nabh.co/accredited-hospitals.aspx. Both accreditations were confirmed against primary sources on 2024-02-12. JCI accreditation is awarded after an on-site survey of clinical, administrative, and safety systems; it is time-limited and subject to renewal surveys. Patients can search the JCI directory by organisation name to confirm whether accreditation remains active at the time of their planned visit. ### How can I verify that the surgeons at Fortis Hospital Bangalore hold the appropriate NMC registration and specialist qualifications? All surgeons at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road are required to be registered with the National Medical Commission (NMC), whose searchable register is available at nmc.org.in. General surgeons typically hold an MS (General Surgery) as their primary postgraduate qualification, while orthopaedic surgeons hold an MS (Orthopaedics) or a DNB in Orthopaedics awarded by the National Board of Examinations. Some surgeons hold an MCh for specific sub-specialties. Patients should request the surgeon's full name, NMC registration number, and postgraduate qualification before travel and cross-reference the NMC register independently. ### What qualifications do the anaesthetists hold at Fortis Bangalore, and what is their role in hernia and orthopaedic procedures? Anaesthetists at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road hold an MD (Anaesthesiology) or DA qualification and are registered with the National Medical Commission, verifiable at nmc.org.in. For laparoscopic hernia repair, general anaesthesia with endotracheal intubation is standard, though spinal or regional anaesthesia may be used in selected cases. For total knee replacement, either spinal anaesthesia with sedation or general anaesthesia may be employed depending on the patient's medical history. A consultant anaesthetist assesses patients pre-operatively and selects the appropriate technique. Patients with significant cardiac, respiratory, or metabolic comorbidities should ensure a detailed pre-operative anaesthetic consultation is scheduled. ### How does Fortis Bangalore manage post-operative complications or emergencies after hernia or knee replacement surgery? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road is a 400-bed hospital with an on-site intensive care unit, a 24-hour emergency department, and a high-dependency unit, enabling it to manage post-operative complications without patient transfer in the majority of cases. Complications such as wound infections, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or ileus after hernia repair, and surgical site infections, component malalignment, or stiffness after knee replacement, are managed by the treating surgical team with specialist support on-site. For extremely rare complications beyond the hospital's in-house capability, transfer protocols exist to larger tertiary facilities within Bangalore. Patients should ask their surgeon to describe the escalation pathway specific to their procedure. ### Does Fortis Bangalore perform robotic or computer-navigated surgery for knee replacement, and how do I verify this? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road's orthopaedic department has reported the use of computer-navigated techniques for total knee replacement surgery. Computer navigation assists the surgeon in optimising implant alignment and may reduce outliers in component positioning, though evidence on its effect on long-term outcomes remains under evaluation. Patients interested in computer-navigated or robotic-assisted knee replacement should ask the orthopaedic surgeon directly whether the technique is available for their specific case, who will perform the procedure, and how many navigated cases the surgeon performs annually. This information should form part of the pre-operative consultation. ### What is the revision and remedial-treatment policy for international patients at Fortis Bangalore? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road does not publish a standardised revision policy for international patients on its website. Patients should request the hospital's written policy on remedial procedures before committing to travel, specifically addressing scenarios such as wound breakdown, hernia recurrence, or implant complications in the months following discharge. The policy should clarify who bears the cost of revision surgery if a complication is linked to the surgical technique or a device issue, and over what time period the policy applies. This should be documented in writing and countersigned by the international patient services department. Patients are also advised to confirm that their travel insurance policy covers complications arising from elective procedures performed abroad. ### Does Fortis Bangalore publish procedure prices, and what should a written estimate cover? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road does not publish procedure prices publicly. Written estimates are provided by the international patient services department on request and should, at minimum, itemise surgeon fees, anaesthetist fees, operating theatre charges, inpatient bed charges, nursing care, physiotherapy, and the cost of any implant. For knee replacement, the implant cost is a major variable: domestic-origin implants, mid-range imported implants, and premium implant brands carry substantially different price points. Patients should request a written estimate that specifies the implant brand and model, distinguishes fixed from variable components, and confirms what additional costs would arise if the clinical plan changes. ### What deposit and refund arrangements apply when booking surgery at Fortis Bangalore? Fortis Hospital requires a deposit to confirm a surgical date for international patients. The deposit amount and the terms under which it is refunded or forfeited are communicated by the international patient services department during the booking process and should be obtained in writing. Patients should ask specifically what happens to their deposit if surgery is cancelled on the day — for example, if a pre-operative blood test or ECG reveals a previously undisclosed condition that makes the procedure unsafe. Day-of-surgery cancellation due to a patient's medical condition is not uncommon and the financial consequences should be understood clearly before travel. ### How does post-operative follow-up work for international patients after returning home from Fortis Bangalore? Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road operates a telemedicine programme for post-discharge follow-up, enabling patients who have returned home to participate in video consultations for wound assessments, physiotherapy progress reviews, and investigation result interpretation. The international patient services department assigns a coordinator who remains the patient's point of contact. Patients should ensure that a physiotherapist and, if required, a general practitioner in their home country are briefed on their procedure and have received the discharge summary before they depart Bangalore. Physical follow-up activities such as suture removal, wound dressing changes, and post-operative X-rays can typically be arranged through a local clinician using the discharge instructions provided. ### What language support is available at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road? The international patient services department at Fortis Bannerghatta Road operates primarily in English. Kannada is the local language and is spoken by many clinical and administrative staff. For international patients requiring interpretation in Arabic, Russian, French, or other languages, the international department can arrange interpretation through in-house multilingual staff or contracted interpreters, though availability in less common languages should be confirmed several weeks in advance. Clinical documentation — including discharge summaries, operation notes, and investigation reports — is provided in English, which facilitates handover to a clinician in the patient's home country.