NUHCS - National University Heart Centre,Singapore

Integrating innovative research and comprehensive training to achieve excellence in cardiovascular and thoracic care for our patients.

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🐟 When a fish bone lodged in a patient’s left subclavian artery, Dr Hari Kumar Sampath, Assoc. Consultant, #NUHCS & his team managed a rare surgical emergency. The case was selected & presented at #ATS2026, emphasising the importance of collaboration & adaptability in surgery.

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Dr Chang Guohao, Consultant, Adult Cardiac Surgery, #NUHCS, presented at the #AAHVD2026 China Branch Annual Meeting & Heart Club International Congress in Xi’an — sharing Singapore’s first concomitant Cox Maze IV procedure in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS).

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Ms Lee Choy Yee, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), #NUHCS, & team presented outcomes from the NUHCS APN-led Chest Pain Clinic at #APSC2026 in Taipei — highlighting its role in reducing unnecessary overnight hospital stays & improving access to timely patient care ❤️
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Common Encounters in Cardiac Care: How do you get cardiac patients to their LDL targets — and keep them there?

Watch as A/Prof Doreen Tan Su-Yin, Cardiology Specialist Pharmacist, #NUHCS, breaks down statins and lipid-lowering strategies.

https://t.co/Zkh6Oyd7D4

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Is eating🥚bad for heart health?
It's a common question Prof Tan Huay Cheem, Snr Advisor, #NUHCS, hears from patients, & the answer might surprise you!

Read the full feature in @zaobaosg for the answer: https://t.co/OjdAhr7G0X

*Image cr: LianHeZaoBao
(Note: article in Mandarin)

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Celebrating the launch of “Case-based Comprehensive Cardiology” by Profs Yeo Tiong Cheng & Poh Kian Keong, Snr Consultant Cardiologists, #NUHCS! 20yrs of clinical expertise distilled into 1 immersive 📖 for all committed to delivering better cardiac care.
https://t.co/aeTzfKTWTK

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We are proud to share that Dr Elinor Tan, Snr Resident, #NUHCS, was invited by Prof James Rudd, Consultant Cardiologist, @Cambridge_Uni, to join @bmj_company Heart podcast - one of cardiology’s most respected international platforms.
🎧https://t.co/O5i0mF0UvN
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🏅 Congratulations to our three #NUHCS awardees at the NMRC Awards 2026 - from emerging investigators to senior scientists, all advancing cardiovascular research that changes lives, from bench to bedside!

Learn more about the NMRC Award: https://t.co/nicWPjfXX2

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Discover the truth about heart health this July! Join our #NUHCS heart health experts & DJ Anna Lim (林安娜) for an insightful health talk on common heart conditions & the latest treatments.
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Note: The talk will be conducted in Mandarin.

Register: https://t.co/tzlfj4X3bu

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In collab with Dept of Diagnostic Imaging at NUH, #NUHCS is SG's 1st tertiary centre to deploy PCCT imaging for complex, high volume cardiac cases. It delivers clearer images in a single, non-invasive scan—helping high-risk patients bypass invasive tests.

https://t.co/RGtkpj0voN

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From hands-on simulation to real-world critical care case discussions, the #NUHCS ELSO-Endorsed ECMO Course - a first of its kind in SG - has successfully concluded! ​

Thank you to all who joined us to learn, practice and advance lifesaving ECMO care for critically ill patients.

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Once rarely performed, thoracoplasty is now being reimagined to improve patient outcomes. Prof John Tam, Snr Consultant, & Dr Hari Kumar, Assoc Consultant, #NUHCS, adapted it to treat a patient who developed an infection after recovering from lung cancer.
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Cardiac surgeons from Canada, China, Hong Kong, India & the Philippines, gathered for an #NUHCS cadaveric workshop on aortic arch surgery techniques, where Adj A/Prof Rajesh Babu, Adj A/Prof Vitaly Sorokin & Dr Jai Sule from Dept. of CTVS, led hands-on training & live demos.

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Watch Part Two of Every Body Knows《医聊大小事》 @mediacorp, where Prof Tan Huay Cheem, Senior Advisor, #NUHCS, shares 3 deadly complications linked to hypertension, signs to look out for, & how to better manage your blood pressure to protect your heart.
https://t.co/yGhZbJHLR7

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Congrats to Dr Kristine Teoh, Snr Consultant, #NUHCS, on being conferred the Outstanding Faculty Award at the RiSE Award 2025!

Recognising excellence in clinical & academic achievements, the award reflects her dedication to shaping the next generation.

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Happy Perfusion Week to the experts behind life-support machines.❤️

Perfusionists play a vital role in cardiac surgery & ECMO care, supporting critically ill patients with heart or lung failure. Thank you for the incredible work you do behind the scenes every day.

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#NUHCS was proud to be part of the 34th Annual Meeting of the Asian Society for Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery (ASCVTS), where our surgeons contributed to discussions on clinical advancements across multiple specialties in support of collaborative, patient-centred care.

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Registration slots are fully filled — thank you for the overwhelming interest!

This 2-day programme brings together expert-led teaching, simulation training, & real-world case studies to sharpen clinical skills & decision-making in ECMO support.

Stay tuned for future runs!👀

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GPs & family physicians—want to sharpen your ECG skills?

Join our CME webinar “ECG Teaching: ECG Potpourri Series 2”, led by Dr Yeo Wee Tiong, Senior Consultant Cardiologist, #NUHCS, & sharpen your ECG skills.

Sign up: https://t.co/imv9N5MDkK

*CME point(s) apply for local Drs

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Common Encounters in Cardiac Care

Join Dr Tony Li, Associate Consultant, #NUHCS @ NTFGH, & Dr Yii Zheng-Wei, Registrar, St Luke's Hospital, as they break down why the 4 pillars of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy work better together.

Watch: https://t.co/9NIgt3WH3X