Heart Failure
Heart failure is a common type of heart disease. It affects people here more than those in the West, and at an earlier age. Learn more about heart failure with our collection of informative articles and resources.
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Looking for doctor for treatment of coronary artery disease? Cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons you can consider include the following:
- Dr Pinakin V Parekh is a highly respected cardiologist with over 25 years of clinical experience, specialising in the management of complex coronary artery disease and hypertension, including coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, and microvascular angina testing. His patient-centric approach and deep expertise in vascular health make him a trusted specialist for those seeking to diagnose and manage the underlying cardiovascular conditions. His authoritative background ensures that patients receive the highest standard of evidence-based care.
- Dr John Chan Kok Meng is a highly distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon with extensive clinical experience in complex heart procedures including Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting and heart valve repair. Dr Chan is also a dedicated researcher and academic who has published numerous papers on adult heart, aorta, and thoracic diseases.
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Here is a list of 10 top cardiologists in Singapore you can consider:
Updated [9 Feb 2026]. Best efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, but information may change over time. Please check with the clinic before your consultation.
1. Dr Pinakin V Parekh – Trident Heart Centre
- Dr Pinakin is a highly respected cardiologist with over 25 years of clinical experience, specialising in the management of complex coronary artery disease and hypertension, including coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, and microvascular angina testing. His patient-centric approach and deep expertise in vascular health make him a trusted specialist for those seeking to diagnose and manage the underlying cardiovascular conditions. His authoritative background ensures that patients receive the highest standard of evidence-based care.
2. Dr Ang Teck Kee – Ace Cardiology Clinic
- Specialises in interventional cardiology and complex coronary interventions.
- Clinical interest in heart failure and hypertension management.
3. Dr Chan Wan Xian – Asian Heart & Vascular Centre
- Focuses on heart failure, women’s heart health, and echocardiography.
- Special interest in obstetric cardiology and heart disease in pregnancy.
4. Dr Chuang Hsuan-Hung – Asian Heart & Vascular Centre
- General cardiology with a focus on preventive medicine.
- Special interest in cardiac screening and managing metabolic risk factors.
5. Dr Ng Wai Lin – Raffles Heart Centre – Raffles Specialist Centre
- General adult cardiology
- Aarrhythmia and device therapy
6. Dr Jason See – The Cardio Clinic
- Sub-specialises in advanced multi-modality cardiac imaging.
- Interest in early detection of coronary artery disease using CT and MRI.
7. Dr Soon Chao Yang – The Heart Practice Clinic
- Expertise in interventional cardiology and acute coronary syndromes.
- Management of cardiac emergencies and complex stenting procedures.
8. Dr Yong Thon Hon – Forte Cardiology Clinic
- Sub-speciality in interventional cardiology and coronary stenting.
- Treatments for arrhythmia, heart failure, and valvular diseases.
9. Dr Michelle Chan Mei-Yi – National Heart Centre Singapore
- Specialises in heart failure and echocardiography.
- Research and clinical interest in biomarkers for heart failure detection.
10. Dr Christopher Koo Chieh Yang – National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Focused on interventional cardiology and cardio-oncology.
- Interest in the link between sleep apnoea and cardiovascular outcomes.
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FAQs
What are the statistics for heart disease in Singapore? How common is it?
According to statistics, 23 people die from cardiovascular disease (heart diseases and stroke) every day in Singapore. Cardiovascular disease was the cause of 31.4% of all deaths in 2022 – i.e. about 1 out of 3 deaths in Singapore is due to heart diseases or stroke.
How can I reduce my risk for heart disease?
Having a healthy diet is a key way of reducing the risk for heart disease. A healthy diet may help to lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar. Tips for a heathy diet:
- Have a diet with more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Reduce consumption of trans fats, and swap saturated fats for unsaturated ones.
- Consume lean sources of protein (e.g. chicken and fish), avoiding red meat which are high in fat and cholesterol.
- Take complex carbohydrates like whole-grain bread, rice, and pasta. Reduce consumption of simple carbohydrates like sugar.
- Reduce consumption of sodium / salt.
Also, you should exercise regularly, and cut smoking to reduce heart disease risks.
What are the common screening tests for heart disease in Singapore?
The most common tests for heart disease screening in Singapore include:
- Chest X-Ray
- Blood Test
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Exercise stress test
- Echocardiogram
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- CT Scan
Is heart failure the same as heart attack?
Heart failure and heart attack are not the same, though they are both forms of heart disease.
Heart attacks typically happen suddenly, when the flow of blood to the heart gets blocked. Deprivation of oxygen then causes heart muscles to die.
Heart failure is usually a gradual process whereby the heart muscle becomes unable to adequately pump blood for the body’s requirements.
Heart attacks can lead to heart failure.
Can children suffer from heart failure?
While heart failure is often caused by lifestyle habits, it can also affect children. Childhood heart failure is usually caused by congenital heart defects (i.e. heart defects present at birth). Certain medical conditions may also cause children to develop heart defects or cause damage to the child’s heart, resulting in heart failure.
Additional Resources
- Heart Health | Singapore Heart Foundation. Available from: https://www.myheart.org.sg/health/
- Get Assistance | Singapore Heart Foundation. Available from: https://www.myheart.org.sg/heart-support-fund/
- Heart Disease: Screening and Diagnostics | Gleneagles Hospital. Available from: https://www.gleneagles.com.sg/health-plus/article/heart-disease-screening-diagnostics
- What is Heart Failure? | American Heart Association. Available from: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure/what-is-heart-failure
- Diagnostic Tests | American Heart Association. Available from: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure/diagnosing-heart-failure
- Heart Failure: Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors and Diagnosis | HealthXchange. Available from: https://www.healthxchange.sg/heart-lungs/heart-failure/heart-failure-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-diagnosis
- Chest Pain: When to Seek Help| HealthXchange. Available from: https://www.healthxchange.sg/heart-lungs/heart-disease/chest-pain-when-to-seek-help