Tan Sri Dato' Dr. Yahya Awang
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Tan Sri Dato' Dr. Yahya Awang is a prominent Malaysian cardiothoracic surgeon widely reported as a pioneer of heart surgery in Malaysia. Public sources credit him with an instrumental role in establishing the National Heart Institute (IJN) and with later co-founding Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur (CVSKL).
He is publicly known for adult cardiac surgery, including coronary bypass procedures, and has received national honours for his contribution to the field. Given his seniority, patients should confirm his current consulting arrangements and availability directly with the hospital before making any decision.
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Hospital Affiliations
- • Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur (CVSKL)
Conditions Treated
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