Specialty Clinics

INR CLINIC

Location & Operating hours & Contact Number

Should you require assistance outside of the regular operating hours, please proceed to the Observation & Emergency (O&E) department to seek the necessary help.

If you have any inquiry related to Warfarin or INR Clinic, kindly contact the number above or email us at heart2heart@ijn.com.my with the following information:

For other inquiry, please contact IJN’s main line at 03-2617 8200 for further assistance.

QUIT SMOKING CLINIC

Quit Smoking Clinic Operation Hours

Smoking is a well-known cause for a lot of diseases and can shorten lifespan by up to 16 years, yet many people find it difficult to quit smoking. Smoking contributes significantly as a risk factor towards heart and lung disease.

IJN being the premier cardiovascular and thoracic centre made it its responsibility to educate heart patients on the risks involved, complement the patients’ treatment and rehabilitation and help the smokers quit smoking. IJN started its own Quit Smoking Clinic (QSC) in February 2008.

Clinics are conducted by experienced senior nursing professionals from the Patient Counselling Department and Heart Failure Unit of the Cardiology Department. Clients include those referred by doctors or those who themselves are keen to quit smoking and needed assistance to do so.

The aim of the Clinic is to create awareness on the negative effects of smoking and helping smokers deal with all aspects of their addiction to nicotine. Nicotine dependence is the reason why clients’ are unable to quit even when they want to. Nicotine is highly addictive and it can be very difficult to quit smoking, especially without help.

Clients in the quit smoking programme are evaluated on a case by case basis depending on various factors including their medical condition and their level of desire to quit. Apart from providing counselling and motivation, the experienced nursing professionals assess the lifestyle of the clients and provide information on types of treatment and medication available the form of Nicotine and Non-Nicotine replacement therapy. Carbon monoxide analysis is carried out and the appropriate treatment is recommended.

In line with this, IJN had taken a step forward to start its own Quit Smoking Support Group. The group would meet once every 2 months, when new clients and a number of successful ‘quitters’ are invited for the sessions. At the first session held on March 2011, fellow participants and successful quitters shared their experiences and motivate each other to succeed. When they find it a struggle to give up smoking and felt like quitting the program, it becomes more meaningful when they see people in the same situation who has successfully quit the habit. This acts as a motivation as well as a challenge to them.

Each year the Clinic holds a public forum on quit smoking during which successful quitters referred to as ‘Graduates’ are presented with certificates of achievement.

The Quit Smoking Clinic also undertakes outreach programmes especially when requested by the public and private sector organisations who wish to promote quit smoking amongst their staff or members. Personnel from the Clinic also participates in IJN’s Corporate Social Initiatives CSI programmes in various parts of the country when the Quit Smoking group educates the general public on the risks associated with smoking and how they can quit the habit.

RENAL DENERVATION CLINIC

Renal Denervation Screening Clinic

Institut Jantung Negara Kuala Lumpur offers a catheter based renal sympathetic denervation solution for suitable patients with resistant hypertension. On 14th September 2011, Institut Jantung Negara became the first centre in Asia to perform a new technique of treating patients with Resistant Hypertension. The procedure is bilateral renal artery denervation using the Symplicity® Catheter system (Ardian).

Resistant hypertension

High blood pressure or Hypertension is a common disorder and affect at least 30 to 40% of the adult population in the developed world. Most patients who suffer from hypertension do not have any symptoms. However many studies have shown higher blood pressure is associated with increased risk of ischaemic heart disease and stroke. A study by MOH, J.p et al showed that lowering blood pressure by as little as 5mmHg can reduce the risk of stroke by almost 30%. However in some instances, Blood Pressure remains above target goals despite intensive therapy. While these patients are considered as uncontrolled hypertension due to various reasons like non-compliance to medications, White-coat hypertension or pseudohypertension, there are those that are truly resistant to treatment.

The science behind renal denervation

Resistant hypertension is defined as systolic blood pressure of more than 160 mmHg (more than 150mmHg for the diabetic patient) despite being on 3 or more antihypertensive medications. The pathophysiology of hypertension is complex and not fully understood. But what we do know is that the renal sympathetic nerve that innervates the wall of the renal artery is important in the pathology of hypertension. It regulates the sodium retention, stimulation of the renin release and reduction of the renal blood flow. The hyperactivation of these factors lead to hypertension. Studies have shown that inhibiting the sympathetic nerve via surgical means will lower the blood pressure. The SYMPLICITY HYPERTENSION TRIAL has shown that renal denervation is a safe procedure that causes blood pressure reduction in patients with resistant hypertension. A device-based, percutaneous approach of selectively denervating the renal sympathetic nerves using Radiofrequency Ablation, the Symplicity® Catheter system was developed by Ardian for this very reason (Picture 1, courtesy of Ardian Medtronic).

CARDIOVASCULAR RISK REDUCTION CLINIC (CRRC)

The Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Clinic (CRRC) is a specialized clinic dedicated to enhancing the management of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) by utilizing a multidisciplinary approach from various medical fields. Our primary goal is to optimize cardiovascular health by addressing risk factors such as diabetes, lipid disorders, hypertension, and obesity, ultimately preventing cardiovascular events and improving patients’ well-being.

Diabetes Lifestyle Clinic

The challenge of diabetes self-care, whether recently diagnosed or a long-term patient, involves various factors like diet, exercise, medication, and blood glucose monitoring. IJN offers support through a diabetes care team, including diabetes educators who aid in comprehending the condition and adopting healthier habits to mitigate complications and enhance overall health.

Lipid Clinic

Lipid clinics focus on cholesterol-related issues, notably elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels that increase cardiovascular risks. Our experienced multidisciplinary team offers personalized treatment strategies, lifestyle support, and medications to mitigate the potential for heart-related complications.

HEART FAILURE CLINIC

Change your bad habits and live a healthier and happier life with your family. Love Your Heart. Lead a Healthy Lifestyle.

DIABETES LIFESTYLE CLINIC

Diabetes Lifestyle Services

Diabetes Education
RM50 per Consultation

Our diabetes educators are dedicated to helping you easily manage your diabetes.

They will work you to develop a plan to stay healthy, giving you the tools and ongoing support you need throughout this process. With this, you can lower your risk of developing diabetes-related complications and improve your overall health.

Diabetes self-care management consists of several components;

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
RM550 per CGM package

CGM is a tool to continuously measures your blood glucose levels over a 7-day period. This gives you and your doctor a better understanding of your blood glucose patterns. From there, we can help you make the appropriate lifestyle and medication adjustments. If you are struggling to keep your diabetes in control, CGM could be eight choice for you

Diabetes Lifestyle Clinic

Taking good care of yourself can seem daunting when you have diabetes; whether you’ve just learned you have the disease or you’ve had it for a long time. In managing diabetes condition, there’s a lot to consider, from eating healthy meals to exercising, monitoring your blood glucose and taking your medications. But with the right diabetes care team and support in IJN, we can make your diabetes self-care manageable in your everyday life.

Find a Diabetes Educator

Diabetes educators are healthcare professionals who focus on helping people with diabetes to understand their disease, adjusting their lifestyle and behavior, so that they can have the skills to successfully manage their diabetes at home. Diabetes educators apply in-depth knowledge and skills in the biological and social sciences, communication, counseling, and education, which, in turn, lowered risk for diabetes complications and improved health status.