Northern Heart Hospital Opens in Penang to Deliver Advanced Cardiovascular Care

The National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023 found that 6.7 million Malaysians (29.2 percent of the population) suffer from hypertension while more 7.5 million adults (33.3 percent of the population) have high cholesterol, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Heart disease is the number one cause of premature deaths1 in the country, with 18.4% of medically certified deaths in 2022. According to the Statistics on Causes of Death Malaysia 2023 report, 95,266 deaths were recorded in 2022 within this age group.

NHH provides a comprehensive range of cardiac, vascular and cardiothoracic diagnostic facility and services to treat cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease. The team comprises highly skilled specialist doctors proficient in interventional cardiology, the treatment of structural heart diseases, complex surgical procedures, electrophysiology interventions, heart and lung surgeries, as well as comprehensive vascular and endovascular therapies.

“As the first hospital dedicated to cardiovascular care located outside of the Klang Valley, we offer comprehensive services that support every aspect of heart health, from prevention and early detection to advanced treatment and rehabilitation for patients in Penang and the northern states of the country. Our holistic approach emphasises not only the physical aspects of care but also the emotional and mental well-being of our patients,” Kelen Leong Choy Fun, Chief Executive Officer of Northern Heart Hospital.

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