What does a cardiac surgeon do?

A cardiac surgeon is a specialist who operates on the heart, lungs and other thoracic (chest) organs and they also diagnose and treat diseases of these organs.

What are the typical symptoms of heart diseases?

The typicals symptoms include Chest pain, chest tightness, chest pressure, chest discomfort Shortness of breath associated with Pain, numbness, weakness or coldness in the legs or arms.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by Cardiac surgeons?

Investigations like blood reports, Chest x ray, Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function test, Carotid Dopping, Vein mapping, Trans-esphogeal echocardiogram, Heart Catheterization, and Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging would be required.

What is the difference between a Cardiac Surgeon and a Cardiologist?

Cardiologist perform procedures in cath lab like Balloon angioplasty, Coronary and left ventricular digital angiography, Right and left heart catheterization, Rotational artherectomy, Stent implantation etc whereas a Cardiac surgeon perform surgery of the heart and chest.

How long is the stay in hospital for a heart surgery?

Stay in the hospital is usually for 7 – 10 days

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About Dr. Lim Yew Cheng

Dr. Lim Yew Cheng is a renowned Cardiac Surgeon with a vast experience of nearly 35 years.
He specializes in coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve repair and replacement, surgery for aortic aneurysms and dissections, and left ventricular restorative surgery.
He is a visiting Consultant to many countries across the country.
He received his MBBS degree from the University of Singapore and acquired a fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
He is a former Professor of Surgery at the University of Malay.
He is associated with various professional medical bodies such as The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), USA, and the Asian Society of CryoSurgery (ASC).

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