We’re excited to welcome Dr Lim Wei Juan, a highly qualified and passionate cardiologist, to the team at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital in Johor Bahru! 🎉 As the hospital expands its Heart & Lung Excellence Centre — a dedicated hub for advanced cardiac and respiratory care — Dr. Lim’s arrival marks an important step in bringing even greater cardiovascular expertise to the local community.
Dr. Lim brings a strong foundation in cardiology and internal medicine, backed by years of hands-on experience in both public and specialist settings. Known for his patient-centred approach and commitment to clinical excellence, he looks forward to helping patients achieve better heart health with personalized, compassionate care.
Special Interests:
✓ Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) for acute heart attack
✓ Complex angioplasty for Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)
✓ Rotational Atherectomy (RotaPro)
✓ Orbital Atherectomy System (OAS)
✓ Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) with Shockwave balloon
✓ Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS)
✓ Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
✓ Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR)
✓ Renal Denervation (RDN) for resistant hypertension
Whether you’re seeking preventive heart screening, ongoing management for chronic heart conditions, or advanced cardiovascular solutions, Dr. Lim Wei Juan and the expert team at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital are ready to support you every step of the way.
As I come to the end of my five-year journey as a Cardiology Clinical Fellow at the National Heart Institute (IJN), I reflect with deep gratitude on the people, experiences, and opportunities that shaped me—not only as a cardiologist, but as a person.
These years were filled with demanding calls, complex cases, workshops, conferences, and constant learning. What truly defined this journey were the mentors and seniors who guided me patiently, challenged me thoughtfully, and supported me generously across different subspecialties of cardiology.
Laying the Foundations
My first posting laid the foundation for my cardiology training. I am deeply grateful to Dato’ Sri Dr Bala and Dr Beni, whose guidance instilled discipline, clinical reasoning, and professional standards that stayed with me throughout my fellowship.
Developing Interventional Thinking
During my second posting, I had the privilege of training under Datuk Dr Shaiful, Datuk Dr Kumara, and Dr Jayakhantan. Under their mentorship, I was introduced to interventional cardiology, learning structured decision-making and the fundamentals that underpin safe and effective coronary intervention.
Electrophysiology and Cardiac Devices
My third posting with Dr Surinder was a valuable exposure to electrophysiology and cardiac device therapy. I learned the principles behind rhythm management, pacing, and device-related decision-making—broadening my understanding beyond coronary anatomy to the electrical system of the heart.
Refining Clinical Judgement
In my fourth posting, I trained under Dato’ Dr Amin, Dr Teoh, and Dr Rafidah, where clinical judgement, precision, and accountability were emphasized in the management of complex cardiac patients.
Leadership and Team-Based Care
The fifth posting under Datuk Dr Aizai Azan and Dr Emily highlighted the importance of teamwork, balanced decision-making, and thoughtful leadership in everyday cardiology practice.
Composure in High-Pressure Care
My sixth posting with Dr Hafidz was particularly meaningful. His calm approach, clarity in decision-making, and steady guidance during challenging cases taught me the value of composure, especially in high-stakes cardiology care.
The Final Year: Complex PCI
My final year was spent with Datuk Dr Shaiful and Datuk Dr Kumara, focusing on interventional cardiology and complex percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). This year was one of consolidation and maturity—where technical skills, clinical judgement, and procedural confidence came together. Their mentorship during this crucial phase prepared me to approach complex coronary disease with respect, caution, and confidence. I am deeply grateful for their trust, patience, and commitment to teaching.
Beyond the Ward
Beyond daily clinical responsibilities, I am thankful for the many workshops, conferences, and academic opportunities provided by IJN, which broadened my perspectives and strengthened my academic and clinical foundations.
A Heartfelt Thank You
To all the consultant cardiologists, seniors, colleagues, nurses, and allied health staff—thank you for your teaching, corrections, encouragement, and unwavering support. Every discussion in the ward, cath lab, EP lab, and CCU contributed to the doctor I am today.
IJN has been more than a training institution; it has been a place of growth, resilience, and lifelong lessons. I leave this chapter with gratitude, humility, and pride, carrying forward the values you have instilled in me.
In the blink of an eye, five meaningful years have passed since I began my journey in Kuala Lumpur.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the pharmaceutical and medical device partners who have supported me throughout my time at IJN. Your trust, collaboration, and friendship have meant more than words can express.
These farewell lunches and dinners are not just memories of meals shared, but moments of camaraderie, support, and mutual respect that I will always cherish.
Thank you for being part of my journey. The memories will stay with me wherever I go.
19 November with Viatris/Pfizer at Light Capture Cafe
With Irene from Pfizer & Pei Chuan from Viatris
With Hailey, Pei chuan & Irene
7 December with Stellar Medical at Oversea Seafood KL
Thanks to Esther & Renee with special guest Dr David Yong from Gleneagles KL
Hidup Mati IJN!!
8 December with IJN ICL staffs
Celebrated together with 2025 MHRS Champion!! Kudos to Dr Azlan Shah, Dr Caylie Ong, Dr Faisal for the great work!! Not to forget the sifu Datuk Dr Azlan, Dr Surinder, Dr Suraya Hani & Dr Low MY!!
Thanks to Dato Dr Amin, Datuk Dr Azlan, Dr Teoh CK, Dr Suraya for joining in!
9 December with Ikhsan/Terumo at Ozeki Japanese Restaurant TA One
With Charlotte Chua & Jennifer Pang
The KLCC view at rooftop
10 December with iVascular at Gai by Darren Chin
With Brenda & Joevy Lee
10 December with IJN cardio doctors at Khan’s Indian Cuisine The Sphere
From left Dr Faisal, Dr Faiz, Dr Jassie Teo, Dr Lim YH, Dr Teh KC, Dr Suraya, Dr Daniel Eng, Dr Hisham, Dr Addi, Dr Leong
Supposed to go TRX but case ended very very late.. ended makan at office only. Dr Rhuban (CVSKL soon), Janice from Orbus, Derrick Yeoh, Pao Jia, Ashley Ang, Dr Lee WL (Gleneagles KL soon), Dr Beh TY (Prince Court soon), Dr Faten Aqilah (Island soon)
12 December with IJN Intervention Team at The Qing Bamboo Hills
With Datuk Dr Shaiful & Datuk Dr Kumara, both my bosses in intervention team
With Dr Tey YS, Dr Sharimila, Dr Beh TY, Dr Ahmed, Dr Ariff, Dr Ikhsan, Dr Faten, Dr Lim YH
Johor Specialist Hospital (JSH), the very first hospital established under the KPJ Healthcare group, has reached another major milestone with the official launch of its Heart & Lung Excellence Centre on 1st December. This pioneering initiative makes JSH the first KPJ hospital to offer a dedicated centre focused on comprehensive cardiovascular and respiratory care.
A Centre Built on Specialist Expertise
The new Heart & Lung Excellence Centre brings together an exceptional multidisciplinary team of specialists committed to delivering top-tier patient care.
Consultant Cardiologists
Dr. Ngim Chin Aik
Dr. Mohd Shahrom Ujang
Dr. Subramaniam Raman
Dr. Benjamin Leo Cheang Leng
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeons
Dr. Syed Mohd Adeeb Syed Jalaludin
Dr. Syed Rasul Syed Hamid
Consultant Respiratory Physicians
Dr. Muhammad Redzwan S. Rashid Ali
Dr. Kuan Yeh Chunn
Advancing Heart & Lung Care in Johor
With state-of-the-art facilities and an experienced specialist team, the Heart & Lung Excellence Centre is designed to provide comprehensive services that range from diagnostics and interventional cardiology to cardiothoracic surgery and respiratory medicine.
This launch strengthens JSH’s role as a leader in tertiary healthcare, ensuring patients in Johor and neighbouring regions have access to high-quality, integrated heart and lung services closer to home.
A Proud Moment for KPJ Healthcare
As the first hospital under the KPJ group, JSH continues to lead with innovation and excellence. The establishment of this centre reflects its long-standing commitment to advancing medical care and improving patient outcomes.
Dr Zul Hilmi Cardiologist from KPJ Tawakkal Specialist Hospital, Dr Shahidi Jamaludin Cardiologist from KPJ Pasir Gudang, Dr Muhammad Redzwan S. Rashid Ali Respiratory Physician from JSH,
Glad to be part of this team! Soon to join them in 2026!
The IVUS Connect+ 2025 symposium, held on 18 October 2025 at EQ Hotel Kuala Lumpur, brought together leading interventional cardiologists to discuss cutting-edge strategies in modern percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Organized in collaboration with Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), the event highlighted advancements in IVUS-guided decision-making, drug-eluting treatments, bifurcation techniques, and CHIP (Complex, High-Risk, Indicated Procedures) case management.
Chaired by Dato’ Sri Dr Azhari Bin Rosman (IJN), the program featured a strong faculty line-up, including both local and international experts.
Key Highlights From IVUS Connect+ 2025
1. Drug-Eluting Treatment in Real-World Practice
Dr Hafidz Abd Hadi (IJN) opened the scientific program by addressing the evolving role of drug-eluting technologies. His session emphasized patient selection, lesion complexity, and optimal device choice based on contemporary evidence.
2. Left Main Bifurcation Stenting: When & How?
International faculty Dr Ho Ming-Yun from LinKou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan, provided insights into complex left main bifurcation strategies, including when to escalate to two-stent techniques and the role of imaging to ensure optimal outcomes.
3. Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) in Current Practice
Dr Abdul Ariff Shaparudin (IJN) shared expert perspectives on when DCB therapy is most appropriate, highlighting its growing importance in ISR, small vessels, and select de novo lesions.
Case Sharing Sessions: Complex PCI in Focus
The hallmark of IVUS Connect+ was its three in-depth CHIP case presentations, each demonstrating the real-world value of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) in guiding therapy.
Session 1 – IVUS-Guided Calcium Strategy
Presented by Dr Mohd Tawfeq Mohd Noor, this case highlighted the importance of calcium characterization and appropriate modification techniques to optimize stent expansion.
Session 2 – IVUS-Guided Bifurcation PCI
Presented by Dr Lim Wei Juan (IJN), this session explored critical decision points in bifurcation PCI, including wire strategies, side-branch protection, optimal stent positioning, and IVUS pullback interpretation to avoid complications and ensure durable outcomes.
Session 3 – IVUS-Guided DES/DCB Approach
Dr Afrah Yousif Haroon (IJN) showcased a hybrid strategy integrating DES and DCB therapy, demonstrating how imaging refines lesion assessment and treatment selection.
Conclusion
IVUS Connect+ 2025 successfully delivered a comprehensive learning experience, equipping interventional cardiologists with the latest evidence, techniques, and imaging-based strategies to improve PCI outcomes. The combination of expert lectures and complex case demonstrations reaffirmed IVUS as an essential tool in modern PCI—especially in challenging anatomical and high-risk scenarios.
The IJN Heart Summit 2025, organized by Medtronic Malaysia, brought together leading interventional cardiologists for two intensive days focused on Complex PCI and Hybrid Strategy PCI. Expertly chaired by Datuk Dr. Kumara Guruappan and Dato’ Dr. Azmee Mohd Ghazi, the programme featured high-impact live cases, technical discussions, and real-world strategy refinement for complex coronary interventions.
Day 1: Complex PCI Mastery with Datuk Dr. Kumara Guruappan
Day 1 opened with an in-depth exploration of the pearls and pitfalls of Complex PCI, followed by a full schedule of live case demonstrations.
Datuk Dr. Kumara showcased three important complex bifurcation cases:
DK Crush technique – with stepwise precision and troubleshooting in challenging anatomy
T-stenting technique – emphasizing optimal guidewire manipulation and stent positioning
Each session was enriched with practical insights, operator tips, and technical nuances that benefitted both seasoned and developing interventionalists.
Day 2: Hybrid Strategy PCI with Dato’ Dr. Azmee Mohd Ghazi
Day 2 focused on the increasingly essential Hybrid Strategy PCI, designed to optimize outcomes in complex lesions where multiple techniques may be required.
Your contribution added significant depth to the day’s learning, where two left main hybrid PCI cases were presented. These cases illustrated:
Structured decision-making in complex LM bifurcation disease
The integration of imaging, physiology, and real-time lesion assessment
Switching between strategies to achieve optimal and safe revascularization
These hybrid LM cases were particularly well-received, highlighting the importance of flexibility, imaging-guided optimisation, and personalised lesion-specific technique selection.
Dato’ Dr. Azmee’s live cases further strengthened participants’ understanding of when and how to apply hybrid methodology in challenging coronary anatomy.
A Program That Elevated Real-World Practice
Across both days, attendees benefited from:
High-quality live case transmissions
Case-based discussions packed with actionable learning
Expert step-by-step walkthroughs of advanced PCI techniques
A collaborative environment where practical tips and real-world challenges were openly shared
The summit concluded with certificates, key takeaways, and enthusiastic discussions on how hybrid and complex PCI strategies continue to redefine interventional cardiology practice.
Stellar Medical hosted an elegant and insightful product launch dinner for RESTORE PLUS at the prestigious Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, bringing together 30 distinguished doctors for an evening of innovation, knowledge sharing, and clinical inspiration.
A Night Led by Visionary Leaders
The event was gracefully chaired by Datuk Dr Kumara, whose opening remarks highlighted the growing clinical demand for advanced solutions that improve patient outcomes and streamline treatment pathways. His leadership set the tone for a night focused on excellence and forward-thinking medical practice.
Clinical Insights by Dr Lim Wei Juan
Dr Lim Wei Juan delivered a comprehensive overview of RESTORE PLUS, emphasizing its clinical value, real-world applications, and potential to address unmet needs in modern patient care. The presentation provided attendees with practical updates, case-based insights, and a clear understanding of how the product integrates into daily clinical work. 2 cases were shared, 1st case on heavy thrombus distal RCA, opened by Revoedge and treated with NOAC. 2nd case was a calcified LAD with Rotablation and LM/LAD stents hybrid with Restore Plus DCB.
Expert Perspective by Dr Sharimila Shan
This was followed by an engaging talk by Dr Sharimila Shan, who expanded on RESTORE PLUS through a complementary clinical lens. Her evidence-based discussion covered patient selection, therapeutic advantages, and her personal experience implementing similar products in practice. She also shared on Szabo technique for ostial RCA precision stenting.
Her session offered clarity, confidence, and a strong framework for doctors considering RESTORE PLUS in their treatment protocols.
Engaging Discussions & Positive Receptions
The evening concluded with an interactive Q&A session where participants actively exchanged views on clinical implementation, safety profiles, and potential future indications. The feedback from attending doctors was highly positive, reflecting strong interest and enthusiasm for RESTORE PLUS.
A Successful Milestone for Stellar Medical
The event marked an important milestone for Stellar Medical, reinforcing its commitment to supporting clinicians with high-quality, innovative solutions. RESTORE PLUS is set to play a significant role in shaping improved patient outcomes across Malaysia.
