05 Mar Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) Clinches Prestigious Awards at Global Health Awards at Global Health Asia Pacific Aesthetics Summit 2024
Dato’ Akmal Arief Mohamed Fauzi
SPORT CARDIO FITNESS PROVIDER OF THE YEAR IN ASIA-PACIFIC
SUNKEN CHEST RECONSTRUCTION CENTRE OF THE YEAR IN ASIA-PACIFIC
WOMEN’S WELLNESS CENTRE OF THE YEAR IN MALAYSIA
INSTITUT JANTUNG NEGARA (IJN) CLINCHES PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS AT GLOBAL HEALTH ASIA PACIFIC AESTHETICS SUMMIT 2024
Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) continues to reinforce its reputation as a leader in heart health and wellness across the Asia Pacific region by winning top honors in two categories at the Global Health Asia Pacific Aesthetics Summit 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights IJN’s commitment to providing world-class, patient-centric care that not only addresses life-threatening heart conditions but also embraces the full spectrum of wellness and aesthetic medical solutions.
Women’s Wellness: Addressing Unique Cardiovascular Needs
IJN’s Women’s Wellness program has been a pioneer in tackling cardiovascular health challenges specific to women. One of IJN’s most notable accomplishments is the establishment of the Women’s Health Clinic, which is fully dedicated to addressing heart-related issues in women. This specialized clinic provides personalized care plans, ensuring that the treatment approach is tailored to the unique ways in which cardiovascular disease manifests in women.
Additionally, IJN has established a Cardio-Obstetrics Clinic, which caters to women with pre-existing heart conditions during pregnancy. This initiative reflects a deep commitment to providing holistic maternal health services, ranging from preconception counseling to postpartum care. These efforts have been bolstered by the introduction of advanced medical devices like the Evolut™ FX for treating aortic stenosis, which is particularly suited to female patients with small aortic annuli. These advances demonstrate IJN’s leadership in promoting women’s cardiovascular health across all life stages.
Cardiology Sports: Leading the Field in Athlete Care
IJN’s Cardiology Sports program has emerged as a leader in ensuring the heart health of athletes through innovative approaches. The institute’s sports cardiology clinic is renowned for adopting cutting-edge diagnostic techniques, such as 3D echocardiography and cardiac MRI, which help detect subtle heart issues in athletes before they escalate.
IJN has also played a pivotal role in the screening and care of elite athletes, including national track cyclist Azizulhasni Awang, who was closely monitored by IJN specialists during the 2024 Olympics. This commitment to athlete care is further demonstrated through IJN’s collaborations with sports organizations, including the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the National Sports Institute, aiming to ensure athletes’ safety and well-being.
The institute’s specialized athlete screening program and sports-specific rehabilitation program provide a comprehensive approach to caring for athletes, from preventive screenings to post-injury recovery.
Pectus Excavatum: Combining Aesthetics with Surgical Precision
In the aesthetic category, IJN’s success in treating Pectus Excavatum has been transformative for patients. Known as “sunken chest,” Pectus Excavatum can cause both physical discomfort and psychological distress. IJN has long been at the forefront of this treatment with its Minimally Invasive Repair for Pectus Excavatum (MIRPE), also known as the Nuss procedure.
Over the years, IJN has fine-tuned its approach, incorporating advanced imaging technologies like 3D body scanning to ensure precise corrections and optimal aesthetic outcomes. This minimally invasive technique not only restores patients’ physical functionality but also significantly boosts their confidence by improving their chest wall symmetry and overall appearance. With over 100 successful surgeries performed, IJN has become a leader in delivering both functional and aesthetic results.
IJN’s recognition at the Global Health Asia Pacific Aesthetics Summit 2024 for Women’s Wellness, Cardiology Sports, and Pectus Excavatum underlines the institute’s commitment to holistic healthcare. By combining cutting-edge technology, specialized care, and patient-centered approaches, IJN continues to lead the way in both wellness and aesthetic medical fields, improving the quality of life for countless individuals.