Heart

• Overview

  

  Difficult times remind us why we should always be prepared.

  Which is why spotting health problems early, and treating them quickly, is vital to a smooth and speedy recovery.

  Playing the central role in dictating the paces of our lives, it is vital that we treat our heart right, and give it the care and attention it deserves.

  Tomorrow's quality of life can be decided today. Make an appointment with a cardiology specialist.

  
  

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• Why Mount Elizabeth Hospitals

  

  Mount Elizabeth is a one-stop integrated healthcare institution, hosting Asia Pacific’s largest concentration of cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons and equipped with modern technology and facilities.

  As one of the first private hospitals in Singapore to perform a successful left ventricular assist device procedure (LVAD – a mechanical device that efficiently helps the heart’s blood-pumping function), we have helped patients avoid the strain of a heart transplant, and have given them renewed possibilities for more years of life.

  Our comprehensive range of diagnostic tests, modern surgical treatments, cardiac rehabilitation and post-surgery counselling cover the full spectrum of specialist care.

  

  Screening & Diagnosis

  

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• Common Heart Conditions in Singapore

  

  Heart conditions accounted for almost 30% of all deaths in Singapore in 2014, meaning that close to 1 in 3 deaths in Singapore were caused by heart disease. This includes ischaemic diseases, hypertensive diseases and cerebrovascular diseases. Find out more on the heart conditions we treat at Mount Elizabeth.

  	2013	2014	2015
  Total no. of deaths	18,938	19,393	19,862
  Ischaemic heart diseases (heart diseases associated with reduced blood supply to the heart)	15.5%	16.0%	16.7%
  Cerebrovascular diseases (blood vessel diseases associated with blood supply to the brain, including stroke)	8.9%	8.4%	6.8%
  Hypertensive diseases (heart diseases caused by high blood pressure)	3.1%	3.6%	3.9%
  Other heart diseases	2.0%	1.9%	2.2%
  Total % of deaths from cardiovascular diseases	29.5%	29.9%	29.6%
  Total no. of deaths from cardiovascular diseases	5,587	5,799	5,879

  Source: Ministry of Health

• Recovery

  

  Recovery from heart disease comes in many forms, both pre- and post-surgery. Besides using medication to keep your heart condition under control, a healthy lifestyle can also contribute greatly to your heart’s well-being.

  Lifestyle factors such as smoking, drinking alcohol, a fatty diet, lack of exercise and obesity are major contributing causes to heart diseases. At Mount Elizabeth Hospitals, we are equipped to help you modify your lifestyle and improve your general health.

  Our post-operative care programmes are tailored to include behaviour counselling and health education, and are designed to enhance your psychological and physical well-being. This is part of our commitment to improve your quality of life and possibly lower the risk of future hospital stays.

  We can partner with you through these 4 phases:

  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Outpatient intermediate maintenance
  • Community-based lifelong maintenance

• Our Facilities and Support Staff

  

  At Mount Elizabeth Hospitals, we are equipped with 2 dedicated cardiovascular labs to perform catheter-based diagnosis and treatment such as angiograms and angioplasty. Each lab is staffed with 2 nurses, 1 radiographer and 1 cardiac technician to ensure that the diagnosis is as accurate as possible and treatment is performed smoothly.

  Our surgeons, cardio specialists and operating theatre nurses, are all experienced in treating a wide spectrum of heart conditions. Together with our support staff, including our radiographers, counsellors and physiotherapists, we are committed to providing you with quality care, and giving you every chance at keeping your heart strong.

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  Learn More about Heart Health

  Learn interesting facts about your heart, useful tips for heart health and heart screening options. Find out about common heart conditions, symptoms and treatment options, as well as how to plan for heart treatment with our heart specialists.

• It’s Possible at Mount Elizabeth Hospitals

  

  With over 40 years experience as an established private hospital in Singapore, we have a group of specialised cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons who treat patients from all over the world at both Mount Elizabeth Orchard and Mount Elizabeth Novena hospitals – both award-winning hospitals with modern equipment and facilities.

  Our multidisciplinary team of medical specialists, nurses and therapists will guide you through the entire treatment and recovery process with care and professionalism.

  Take your first step towards better health today by making an enquiry or appointment with us, and experience the quality, customised healthcare that has made us one of the most trusted medical institutions in the Asia-Pacific.

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