来自Johor Bahru Lim医生的心血管风险必需的LDL-C降低

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Dr Lim Wei Juan

Advancing Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic Care

On 15 August 2026, I was honored to be invited as a speaker alongside dr lim wei juan. The event Pharmacy in Motion: Empowering Access, Adherence, Outcomes, was held at Amari Hotel in Johor Bahru.

This healthcare professional meeting focused on cardiovascular, renal and metabolic (CVRM) health.

Moreover, it brought healthcare professionals together to discuss strategies to improve treatment access, medication adherence and patient outcomes.

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optimizing LDL-C Reduction in Pharmacy Practice

Dr Lim Wei Juan had the privilege of delivering a session entitled:

“Start Strong, Stay on Target: optimizing LDL-C Reduction with High-Intensity Statins in Pharmacy Practice.”

LDL cholesterol remains an important and modifiable risk factor in cardiovascular disease.

Moreover, effective lipid management involves more than simply starting treatment.

Additionally, patients need appropriate therapy, ongoing monitoring and continued adherence to achieve and maintain their treatment goals.

Pharmacists have an important role in supporting this process. Through medication counseling, adherence support and identification of potential barriers to treatment, pharmacists can help patients remain engaged with their cardiovascular prevention strategies.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to CVRM Health

The program covered a broad range of cardiovascular, renal and metabolic topics.

dr lim wei juan highlights that sessions identified hidden chronic kidney disease in pharmacy practice. They covered strategies for maintaining RAAS inhibitor therapy while managing hyperkalaemia. They also discussed optimizing LDL-C reduction with high-intensity statins. These insights inform clinical practice and interprofessional collaboration.

Moreover, the program highlighted the important role pharmacists can play during the first 90 days after acute coronary syndrome. The emphasis included preventing treatment gaps, managing risk factors, and supporting medication adherence.

These discussions reinforce an important principle in modern cardiovascular medicine: better patient outcomes require collaboration across different healthcare professions.

Cardiologists, nephrologists, pharmacists, dietitians and other healthcare professionals each have an important role in helping patients manage their cardiovascular and metabolic risk.

Start Strong, Stay on Target

For patients at cardiovascular risk, early and effective risk-factor management can make an important difference to long-term care.

The message from this session was simple:

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Start strong. Stay on target. Stay adherent.

By working closely together, healthcare professionals can help patients understand their treatment, overcome barriers to adherence and maintain better long-term cardiovascular health.

I would like to thank the organizers and fellow speakers for the opportunity to participate in Pharmacy in Motion 2026 and for the valuable exchange of knowledge and ideas among healthcare professionals in Johor Bahru.

Thank you AZ for the opportunity to talk in this pharmacy connect!

糖尿病护理研讨会 – 南部：推进糖尿病中的心脏代谢风险管理

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On 1 August 2026, I was honoured to be invited as a speaker at the Diabetes Care Workshop – Southern, held at St Giles Hotel, Johor Bahru. The workshop brought together healthcare professionals, including approximately 50 general practitioners, with the aim of enhancing practical and comprehensive diabetes management.

Organised with the support of the Abbott team and facilitated by the EPD CV Southern Team, the programme featured a multidisciplinary approach involving cardiology, ophthalmology, nephrology, nutrition and endocrinology.

Diabetes Care Workshop

Expanding the Lipid Playbook: From LDL Lowering to Residual Risk Control

I had the opportunity to deliver a session titled:

“Expanding the Lipid Playbook: From LDL Lowering to Residual Risk Control.”

Diabetes is not simply a disorder of blood glucose. Patients with diabetes frequently carry multiple cardiovascular risk factors, including dyslipidaemia, hypertension, obesity and chronic kidney disease. As a cardiologist, I emphasised the importance of looking beyond LDL cholesterol alone and taking a more comprehensive approach to cardiovascular risk reduction.

While achieving guideline-recommended LDL-C targets remains fundamental, residual cardiovascular risk can persist even after substantial LDL-C reduction. This highlights the importance of addressing the overall cardiometabolic profile of our patients through appropriate lipid management, blood pressure control, lifestyle modification and evidence-based pharmacotherapy.

A Truly Multidisciplinary Approach

One of the strengths of the workshop was its multidisciplinary format.

The programme covered several important aspects of diabetes care:

  • Diabetic retinopathy – recognising the unmet needs and appropriate management pathways
  • Hypertension – focusing on cardiovascular and renal protection
  • Medical nutrition therapy – integrating nutritional strategies with advanced pharmacotherapy
  • Continuous glucose monitoring – practical optimisation of diabetes management using iCGM and FreeStyle Libre
  • Cardiovascular risk reduction – with an emphasis on prevention rather than simply treating established complications

This multidisciplinary approach reflects the reality of modern diabetes care: the best outcomes are achieved when cardiovascular, renal, metabolic, ophthalmic and nutritional risks are managed together.

Bridging Guidelines and Everyday Clinical Practice

For me, one of the most valuable aspects of the workshop was the opportunity to interact with GPs and discuss how evidence-based recommendations can be translated into everyday clinical practice.

Primary care physicians play a crucial role in identifying patients at high cardiovascular risk early, initiating appropriate preventive strategies and ensuring long-term follow-up.

The discussions and Q&A sessions also highlighted how important it is to individualise treatment according to each patient’s cardiovascular risk, comorbidities, treatment goals and preferences.

Moving Towards Comprehensive Cardiometabolic Care

Diabetes management has evolved significantly. We are no longer treating “blood sugar” in isolation.

The modern approach is increasingly focused on:

Glucose + Lipids + Blood Pressure + Kidney Protection + Cardiovascular Protection + Lifestyle

Ultimately, the goal is not simply to improve laboratory numbers, but to prevent myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure, kidney disease and other long-term complications of diabetes.

I would like to thank the organisers, the Abbott team, EPD CV Southern Team, fellow speakers and all the GPs who participated in this meaningful workshop.

It was a pleasure to contribute to a programme focused on improving diabetes care and, importantly, reducing the cardiovascular burden associated with diabetes in our community.

Proven Hypertension Insights for Heart Health from Dr Lim at JB Symposium

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On 8 August 2026, I (Dr Lim Wei Juan) was pleased to participate as a speaker at a multidisciplinary medical symposium held at Opero Hotel, Johor Bahru, bringing together healthcare professionals from several medical specialties.

The symposium provided an excellent platform for doctors to exchange knowledge and discuss issues in modern patient care, with sessions covering diabetes, cardiovascular risk, chronic kidney disease, cardio-renal protection, hypertension, dermatology and men’s health, highlighted by lim wei Juan.

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Every Blood Pressure Reading Tells a Story

I had the privilege of delivering a session entitled:

“Every BP Reading Tells a Story: What Are We Missing in Daily Practice?”

Blood pressure measurement is one of the most frequently performed assessments in clinical practice. However, a single blood pressure reading may not always provide the complete picture of a patient’s cardiovascular risk.

In daily practice, it is important to look beyond an isolated number and consider the broader blood pressure profile. Understanding blood pressure patterns can help clinicians identify patients who may require closer assessment and more appropriate management.

For cardiologists and other healthcare professionals, this is particularly relevant. Hypertension remains a key modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

A careful approach to blood pressure assessment can contribute to earlier recognition of hypertension and better long-term cardiovascular risk management.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Cardiovascular and Cardio-Renal Health

One of the highlights of the symposium was the opportunity to learn from colleagues across different specialties.

The program included discussions on Type 2 diabetes management in older adults, presented by Dr Peter Promoth Selestine, as well as triglyceride-driven residual risk in patients with chronic kidney disease, presented by Dr Tye Yi Loon.

Dr Eric Ee Lik Wee also shared insights on early intervention for cardio-renal protection, highlighting the close relationship between cardiovascular and kidney health.

These topics are highly relevant because patients with cardiovascular, metabolic and renal conditions often have overlapping risk factors. Collaboration between different specialties can therefore play an important role in providing comprehensive patient care.

The later sessions covered dermatological therapy and men’s health, including discussions on reactive and proactive therapy for eczema and low testosterone.

Sharing Knowledge Beyond Specialty Boundaries

As a Consultant Cardiologist at Johor Specialist Hospital, I believe that continuous medical education is an important part of improving patient care.

Events such as this symposium provide an opportunity not only to share knowledge, but also to discuss practical challenges encountered in everyday clinical practice.

The interactive Q&A sessions also allowed speakers and participants to explore the topics further and exchange perspectives from different areas of medicine.

For me, discussing blood pressure management with colleagues from other specialties was particularly meaningful because hypertension frequently intersects with diabetes, chronic kidney disease and other cardiovascular risk factors.

Looking Beyond the Numbers

Blood pressure is more than just a number recorded in the clinic.

When assessing a patient, clinicians may need to consider the overall clinical context, repeated measurements and the possibility that important blood pressure patterns may not be captured by a single office reading.

Recognizing these patterns can help us move towards a more personalized approach to hypertension management and cardiovascular prevention.

Ultimately, the goal is not simply to achieve a better blood pressure reading during a consultation, but to reduce long-term cardiovascular risk and improve patient outcomes.

Continuing Medical Education in Johor Bahru

I would like to thank the organizers, moderator Dr Law Teik Yeong, fellow speakers and all the healthcare professionals who participated in the symposium for making the event a valuable afternoon of learning and discussion. The program brought together specialists including cardiology, nephrology, geriatrics, endocrinology, dermatology and primary care.

It was a privilege to contribute to this educational program and to share practical perspectives on blood pressure assessment, hypertension and cardiovascular health.

Continued collaboration and knowledge sharing among healthcare professionals are essential as we work towards earlier detection, better risk-factor management and improved cardiovascular health for our patients in Johor and beyond.

Dr Lim Wei Juan Delivers Heart Health with Live Coronary Balloon & Stent Demonstration Impresses Participants

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On 25 July 2026, Dr Lim Wei Juan, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, was honoured to be invited as the keynote speaker at the SICM JB Special Sharing Session, where he presented an educational lecture entitled:

Heart Health × Critical Illness Insurance: Understanding Heart Disease from a Doctor’s Perspective

The event gathered insurance consultants, financial planners and healthcare professionals to gain a deeper understanding of cardiovascular diseases, modern heart treatments and the medical principles behind Critical Illness (CI) and Early Critical Illness (Early CI) insurance claims.

As cardiovascular disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death in Malaysia, the session focused on bridging the gap between medical science and insurance knowledge.

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Understanding Heart Disease Beyond Insurance Definitions

During the lecture, Dr Lim explained that heart disease is much more than simply having blocked arteries.

Participants learned about:

  • Coronary artery disease
  • Heart attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
  • Angina
  • Heart valve disease
  • Heart failure
  • Common cardiovascular risk factors
  • Early symptoms that should never be ignored

The audience also gained insights into how cardiologists diagnose heart disease using modern investigations including:

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Echocardiography
  • CT Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Blood investigations
  • Functional stress testing

Understanding these investigations helps insurance professionals better appreciate how diagnoses are confirmed before Critical Illness claims are assessed.

Modern Heart Treatments Explained

Dr Lim discussed how treatment has evolved dramatically over the past decade.

Topics included:

  • Lifestyle modification
  • Cholesterol-lowering medications
  • Blood pressure optimisation
  • Diabetes control
  • Coronary angioplasty (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, PCI)
  • Drug-eluting coronary stents
  • Coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG)
  • Heart valve surgery

Participants learned that many patients today recover much faster following minimally invasive coronary angioplasty compared with traditional open-heart surgery when appropriate.

Live Coronary Balloon and Stent Demonstration Became the Highlight of the Session

One of the most memorable moments of the afternoon was the hands-on demonstration using actual coronary balloons and modern drug-eluting coronary stents.

Instead of only viewing diagrams on presentation slides, participants were able to experience the devices used every day inside a cardiac catheterisation laboratory.

Dr Lim demonstrated:

  • How a coronary balloon travels through blocked heart arteries
  • How a coronary stent is mounted on a balloon catheter
  • How balloon inflation expands the stent against the artery wall
  • How the stent permanently keeps the artery open to restore blood flow

Participants had the opportunity to personally examine and hold the devices, making the learning experience highly interactive.

Many attendees commented that this was the first time they truly understood how coronary angioplasty works.

The demonstration generated lively discussion and numerous questions about modern heart interventions.

Understanding Critical Illness (CI) and Early Critical Illness (Early CI)

A major focus of the presentation was explaining how medical evidence influences Critical Illness insurance claims.

Dr Lim discussed:

  • Differences between Early CI and CI
  • Medical documentation required for claim assessment
  • Why angiograms, ECG findings and cardiac biomarkers are important
  • How treatment records support diagnosis
  • Why not every chest pain episode qualifies as a heart attack

The session helped participants better understand the importance of evidence-based medicine when evaluating cardiovascular conditions.

Prevention Remains Better Than Treatment

Dr Lim reminded participants that many heart attacks are preventable through early identification and management of cardiovascular risk factors.

He encouraged regular health screening, particularly for individuals with:

  • High cholesterol
  • High blood pressure
  • Diabetes
  • Smoking history
  • Family history of premature heart disease
  • Obesity
  • Lack of physical activity

Early detection allows treatment before irreversible heart damage occurs.

Interactive Question and Answer Session

The lecture concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where attendees raised practical questions regarding:

  • Coronary stents
  • Angioplasty recovery
  • Heart attack diagnosis
  • Insurance claim requirements
  • Long-term cardiac medications
  • Cardiovascular risk reduction

The lively discussion reflected the growing interest in improving heart health awareness among insurance professionals and the wider community.

Commitment to Public Cardiovascular Education

Dr Lim Wei Juan remains committed to promoting cardiovascular education through public health talks, professional teaching programmes and community outreach.

By combining clinical expertise with practical demonstrations, sessions like the SICM JB Special Sharing Meeting help improve understanding of heart disease while strengthening collaboration between healthcare professionals and the insurance industry.

With cardiovascular disease continuing to affect millions worldwide, increasing awareness remains one of the most effective strategies for reducing preventable heart attacks and improving long-term outcomes.

MyLive 2026: An Honour to Be Part of Live Cases

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Malaysia Live (MyLive) 2026 once again brought together some of the brightest minds in interventional cardiology from Malaysia and around the world. As one of the region’s premier live interventional cardiology meetings, the conference provided an exceptional platform for learning, collaboration, and showcasing cutting-edge techniques in complex coronary interventions.

This year is back to IJN!!

I am deeply honoured to have been invited as faculty and to participate in the Day 1 Live Cases, contributing as the IVUS operator during Live Session 3 alongside an outstanding international faculty. The session featured complex calcium modification cases, including rotational atherectomy (ROTA), orbital atherectomy system (OAS), OCT-guided PCI, and advanced intravascular imaging.

With Teleflex team

Live case demonstrations remain one of the most valuable educational formats in interventional cardiology. Unlike pre-recorded cases, they allow participants to witness real-time clinical decision-making, troubleshooting, and the collaborative discussions that occur during challenging procedures. Every decision—from lesion preparation to imaging interpretation and stent optimisation—offers practical learning points that can immediately translate into daily clinical practice.

With team Medtronic!

Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) continues to play an increasingly important role in modern PCI. It enables accurate lesion assessment, optimisation of calcium modification strategies, appropriate device sizing, and confirmation of optimal procedural results. The integration of imaging with advanced plaque modification technologies is rapidly becoming the standard of care for complex coronary interventions.

With iVascular Essential Pro!

First day live case session with Datuk Dr Rosli & Dr Frankie Tam

One of the greatest highlights of MyLive 2026 was the opportunity to work alongside internationally renowned operators and experts while exchanging experiences with colleagues from across Asia-Pacific. These collaborations continue to elevate the standard of coronary intervention and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

MyLive 2026

Glad to be part of Live case in Day 1, Datuk Dr Rosli from CVSKL & Dr Frankie Tam from Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong

After our live case, Rotapro 1.5 then 1.75, IVUS guided then DCB 4.0 x 40mm!!

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the organising committee of MyLive 2026, my fellow faculty members, operators, nurses, cath lab staff, radiographers, and industry partners who made the live cases run seamlessly. Organising live demonstrations requires tremendous preparation and teamwork behind the scenes, and their dedication deserves recognition.

With HSAJB cardio nurses!!

As a consultant cardiologist at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, I remain committed to bringing the latest evidence-based techniques and technologies—including IVUS-guided PCI, calcium modification, atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy (IVL), OCT, and complex coronary intervention—to provide the best possible care for my patients.

IJN senior ICL nurses!! Push push!!

MyLive 2026 has once again demonstrated that continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are the driving forces behind advancing cardiovascular medicine. I look forward to applying these valuable experiences in the cath lab and continuing to contribute to the growth of interventional cardiology in Malaysia.

IJN ICL nurses

The great team at IJN ICL!

Microport/Getz team

Dr Choo Gim Hooi from CVSKL & Dr Ow Ji Ken from IJN

Dinner with Boston/Abbott team

Surprised belated birthday during dinner

Last but not least Dr Faten BOM 2026 & Dr Lim Yuen Han from Assuntha Hospital

Great to be back to KL & IJN after 6 months! Glad to see my ex-bosses at IJN Datuk Dr Shaiful, Datuk Dr Kumara, friends & ICL colleagues!

Heart Health Talk for MMHE Employees | KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital

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On 14 July 2026, Dr Lim Wei Juan, Consultant Cardiologist at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, was honoured to conduct a Heart Health Awareness Talk for the employees of Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering (MMHE).

The educational session was part of MMHE’s ongoing commitment to promoting employee wellness and preventive healthcare. The interactive talk focused on increasing awareness of cardiovascular disease, empowering participants with practical knowledge to reduce their risk of heart disease.

MMHE

Why Heart Health Matters

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide and in Malaysia. Many heart attacks and strokes can be prevented through early detection, lifestyle modification, and appropriate medical treatment.

During the session, Dr Lim highlighted the importance of recognising cardiovascular risk factors before symptoms develop.

Key Topics Covered

The talk included discussions on:

  • Understanding coronary artery disease and heart attacks
  • Common warning signs of heart attack and stroke
  • High blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol management
  • The dangers of smoking and vaping
  • Maintaining a healthy weight through diet and regular exercise
  • Stress management and quality sleep for heart health
  • When to undergo heart screening
  • Modern treatments available for blocked heart arteries

Employees also had the opportunity to ask questions regarding heart symptoms, blood pressure, cholesterol medications, exercise recommendations, and preventive health screening.

Importance of Early Screening

Dr Lim emphasised that many cardiovascular conditions remain silent until a major event occurs. Individuals with risk factors such as:

  • Family history of heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Smoking
  • Obesity

should undergo regular medical assessment to detect problems early and reduce future cardiovascular events.

A Successful Corporate Wellness Initiative

The session concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session, where employees actively participated and shared their concerns regarding heart health.

Dr Lim expressed his appreciation to MMHE for prioritising employee wellbeing through health education initiatives.

“Prevention is always better than treatment. Small lifestyle changes today can make a significant difference in reducing the risk of heart disease in the future.”

Corporate health talks play an important role in creating healthier workplaces by encouraging preventive healthcare and raising awareness of common medical conditions.

About Dr Lim Wei Juan

Dr Lim Wei Juan is a Consultant Cardiologist at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital with special interests in:

  • Preventive cardiology
  • Coronary angiography
  • Coronary angioplasty (PCI)
  • Complex coronary intervention
  • Primary PCI for acute heart attack
  • Intravascular imaging (IVUS & OCT)
  • Coronary physiology (FFR)
  • Rotational atherectomy, orbital atherectomy, and intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)

He is committed to improving cardiovascular awareness through community education, public health talks, and evidence-based patient care.

KPJ Johor: A Year of Trust, Healing & Heart Care

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KPJ Johor: Time truly flies when you are doing what you love.

Today marks my first birthday celebration at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, and I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on an incredible journey filled with gratitude, growth, and meaningful patient care.

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Over the past year, I have had the privilege of meeting and caring for patients from Johor, across Malaysia, and neighbouring countries. Every consultation, every procedure, and every follow-up visit has reminded me why I chose cardiology—not just to treat heart disease, but to improve lives through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Thank You for Your Trust

To all my patients and their families, thank you for placing your trust in me during some of the most important moments of your lives.

Whether you came for:

  • Chest pain evaluation
  • Heart health screening
  • Coronary angiography and coronary stenting
  • Management of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart failure
  • Cardiac rehabilitation and preventive cardiology

I am deeply honoured to be part of your healthcare journey.

Your recovery stories, kind words, and smiles during follow-up appointments continue to inspire me every day.

Curtesy from Anas Terumo

Working Together as One Team

Excellent healthcare is never the work of one individual.

I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to my colleagues, nurses, catheterisation laboratory team, allied health professionals, administrative staff, and the entire KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital family. Their dedication, professionalism, and teamwork make it possible for us to provide safe, high-quality, and patient-centred cardiovascular care.

The great ICL team

Looking Ahead

As I begin my second year at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, my commitment remains unchanged:

  • Deliver evidence-based, personalised cardiac care.
  • Promote early detection and prevention of heart disease.
  • Educate the public on heart-healthy living.
  • Continue adopting modern technologies and minimally invasive treatments to improve patient outcomes.

From KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital Management team

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but many cardiovascular conditions can be prevented or effectively treated when detected early. My hope is to help more people understand their cardiovascular risk and take proactive steps towards better heart health.

Thank You for Being Part of This Journey

This first anniversary is more than a personal milestone—it represents the trust, friendships, and partnerships built over the past year.

I look forward to continuing to serve our community with compassion, integrity, and excellence for many years to come.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to many more years of keeping hearts healthy together.