The Bifurcation Connect 2025 (My Best/Nightmare Experience) symposium, part of the MYConnect Series by Boston Scientific, brought together leading interventional cardiologists to share their most memorable successes and toughest challenges in bifurcation PCI. Held on 6 September 2025 at EQ Hotel Kuala Lumpur, the event highlighted cutting-edge strategies, case-based learning, and the importance of international collaboration in complex coronary interventions.
A Global Platform for Experience Exchange
The program was chaired by Datuk Dr Kumara Gurupparan (Institut Jantung Negara, Malaysia), with international faculty Dr Bambang Boediono (Primaya Hospital Makassar, Indonesia) opening the session with his insightful lecture on the Zero Caging Strategy for Bifurcation Lesions. His talk emphasized innovation, precision, and the balance between safety and efficacy when tackling complex anatomy.
Best & Worst Case Sharing: Real-World Lessons
The highlight of the event was the My Best/Nightmare Experience, where Malaysian interventional cardiologists candidly shared their personal experiences. Each case session was moderated by respected faculty, ensuring lively discussions and practical take-home lessons for participants.
Among the presenters was Dr Lim Wei Juan, who delivered My Best/Nightmare Experience Case 2, moderated by Dato Dr Muhamad Ali (Hospital Sultan Idris Shah, Serdang). Dr Lim presented a challenging bifurcation stenting case that underscored the fine balance between technical skill, device selection, and real-time decision-making during complex PCI. The case sparked engaging dialogue on troubleshooting strategies, complications management, and how to turn potential procedural nightmares into successful outcomes.
Other sessions featured speakers including Dr Faten Aqilah Aris, Dr Huzairi Sani, Dr Lee Kuo Ting, Dr Selva Kumar Sivan, and Dr Ramachandran Sathappan, who each shared unique case experiences from different centers across Malaysia.
A Platform for Continuous Learning
The interactive format ensured that participants were not just passive listeners but active learners, gaining insights that are directly applicable in daily practice. From advanced bifurcation techniques to practical complication management, the symposium provided immense value for interventional cardiologists aiming to sharpen their expertise.
Closing with Reflection and Collaboration
The meeting concluded with a Q&A and Closing Remarks by Datuk Dr Kumara Gurupparan, followed by a group photo that captured the collaborative spirit of the day.
Key Takeaways from Bifurcation Connect 2025
- Real-world case sharing remains one of the most powerful learning tools in interventional cardiology.
- Complex bifurcation PCI requires adaptability, strong technical fundamentals, and teamwork.
- Events like these foster cross-border knowledge exchange and strengthen regional expertise in cardiovascular care.
As interventional cardiology continues to evolve, Bifurcation Connect reinforces the importance of shared experience in driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. My Best/Nightmare Experience