Heart & Lung Centre of Excellence

The JSH Heart & Lung Centre of Excellence provides comprehensive care for heart and lung conditions, from early screening and diagnosis to advanced treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term follow-up. Services include heart health screening, diagnostic imaging, 24-hour emergency heart attack treatment (Primary PCI), coronary angiography, cardiothoracic surgery, minimally invasive and structural heart procedures, respiratory diagnostics, lung interventions, sleep studies, and rehabilitation programs. All care is delivered through standardized, evidence-based clinical pathways under the KPJ Academic Health System (AHS).

The JSH Heart & Lung Centre of Excellence provides comprehensive care for heart and lung conditions, from early screening and diagnosis to advanced treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term follow-up. Services include heart health screening, diagnostic imaging, 24-hour emergency heart attack treatment (Primary PCI), coronary angiography, cardiothoracic surgery, minimally invasive and structural heart procedures, respiratory diagnostics, lung interventions, sleep studies, and rehabilitation programs. All care is delivered through standardized, evidence-based clinical pathways under the KPJ Academic Health System (AHS).

Symptoms include persistent cough, wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, frequent chest infections, loud snoring, poor sleep quality, or reduced exercise tolerance. Early evaluation helps improve outcomes and quality of life.

Yes. Selected KPJ hospitals provide 24/7 emergency coronary angiography and Primary PCI services. These are supported by standardized emergency pathways to ensure rapid diagnosis, timely treatment, and coordinated care.

Structural heart services include TAVI/TAVR for aortic valve disease, Mitra Clip for mitral valve leakage, ASD/PFO closure, and left atrial appendage closure. Suitability is determined through Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) discussions.

Respiratory services include bronchoscopy, Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), lung biopsies, pulmonary function tests, sleep studies, thoracic surgery, and management of COPD, asthma, and lung cancer.

Heart conditions are assessed using a comprehensive range of cardiac investigations. These include electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram, stress testing, Holter monitoring, coronary angiography, cardiac CT, and cardiac MRI. KPJ has upgraded its imaging capabilities with a 1.5 Tesla Solar Fit MRI, which offers high-quality cardiac imaging with improved patient comfort, shorter scan times, and enhanced diagnostic accuracy for assessing heart structure, function, tissue viability, and complex cardiac conditions.

Tests include pulmonary function tests, chest X-ray, CT scan, bronchoscopy, sleep studies, and EBUS.

Yes. Rehabilitation includes supervised exercise, breathing therapy, lifestyle counselling, medication optimization, and long-term monitoring tailored to individual needs.

KPJ uses a hub-and-spoke model, allowing screening and follow-up at nearby KPJ hospitals while advanced procedures are performed at designated Centres of Excellence, ensuring continuity of care.

Recovery varies by procedure. Most patients stay in hospital for several days, followed by 6 to 12 weeks of rehabilitation and gradual return to daily activities.

Patients usually require a few days of inpatient monitoring, followed by 4 to 8 weeks of recovery supported by breathing exercises and physiotherapy.

An MDT meeting involves cardiologists, surgeons, pulmonologists, nurses, and allied health professionals reviewing complex cases together to recommend the best treatment plan for patients.

Yes. Patients may request second opinions from KPJ specialists to support informed decision-making.

Preparation may include fasting, medication adjustments, blood tests, imaging, and pre-procedure education. A nurse navigator will guide you through the process.

JSH follows internationally aligned protocols, strict safety standards, and MDT governance to ensure safe and consistent care.

Healthy habits include quitting smoking, maintaining a balanced diet, regular physical activity, managing blood pressure and cholesterol, and attending regular medical reviews.

Most diagnostic tests, treatments, and admissions are covered by insurance providers and corporate panels, subject to policy terms.

Appointments can be arranged online, via WhatsApp, or through the JSH Coordination Centre, which also assists with referrals and follow-up care.