NHH Dr. Barakath Kareem

31/01/2026

✨ As Thaipusam is observed with devotion and reflection, Northern Heart Hospital Penang extends our heartfelt wishes for a safe, peaceful, and healthy celebration to all. 🙏💙

Happy Thaipusam! 🌸

26/01/2026

In observance of Thaipusam on Sunday (1st Feb), Northern Heart Hospital Penang will also be closed on Monday, 2nd February 2026 for the replacement holiday. 🙏✨

We will reopen on Tuesday.

🚑 Our Accident & Emergency Department (Tel: +604‑217 5555) remains open 24 hours as normal.

🌸 Thaipusam is a time of devotion and reflection, and we wish everyone celebrating a safe and meaningful day.

16/01/2026

✨ Wishing peace, faith, and reflection on this day of remembering Isra and Mi’raj, from all of us at Northern Heart Hospital Penang. 🌙

May this blessed night bring you closer to spiritual strength and serenity.

28/12/2025

Northern Heart Hospital Penang will be closed on Thursday, 1st January 2026 in celebration of the New Year 🎆✨

If you need urgent medical care, our Accident & Emergency Department remains open 24 hours, ready to assist you at any time.

Accident & Emergency Department
☎️ +604‑217 5555

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and hopeful New Year, filled with new beginnings and good heart health. 💙

24/12/2025

🎄 Season’s Greetings from Northern Heart Hospital Penang ❤️

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas filled with warmth, peace, and good health. Stay safe and take care this festive season.

20/12/2025

18/12/2025

Northern Heart Hospital Penang will be closed on Thursday, 25th December 2025 in celebration of Christmas Day. 🎄✨

If you need urgent medical care, our Accident & Emergency Department remains open 24 hours, ready to assist you at any time.

Accident & Emergency Department
☎️ +604‑217 5555

Wishing a Merry Christmas to those celebrating, and a joyful, restful holiday to all. 💙

04/12/2025

A few snapshots from the in Kota Kinabalu! 📸

It was a truly rewarding weekend filled with learning, sharing and reconnecting with colleagues passionate about echocardiography.

Thank you to the organising team for the warm hospitality and for creating such a valuable hands-on experience. 🙏

04/12/2025

Think heart screening is only for older adults? 💭
Your risk factors matter more than your age. 🫀
Ask your doctor today!

Do you have any other questions about heart health or health-related issues? Leave your query in the comments, and we’ll select the most commonly asked questions for our doctors to answer.

20/11/2025

I will be heading to Kota Kinabalu for the 2025 Sabah Transoesophageal Echocardiography Workshop this month.

This interactive workshop, organized at the Level 5, Cardiology Clinic, Queen Elizabeth II Hospital, is a fantastic opportunity for practical, hands-on learning with simulators and live patients.

I'm honored to be sharing insights on the second day (Saturday, 22 November 2025). I will be covering:

• 3D TOE - tips and tricks (13:00-13:40)
• Getting the Best out of 3D TOE: A Button-by-Button Guide (13:40-14:30)

I look forward to meeting fellow cardiologists and imaging experts, sharing knowledge, and maximizing our learning experience in the fascinating field of Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TOE). 🙏

See you there! 👋

14/11/2025

💙 This World Diabetes Day, we stand together for early detection, better control, and healthier futures.

At Northern Heart Hospital Penang, we’re committed to supporting our community with compassionate care and education every step of the way.

Let’s take charge of our health, together. 💙

03/11/2025

Had a great time at the 16th Asia Pacific Cardiology Update @ USM 2025 in Kota Bharu, Kelantan! 💙

It was inspiring to connect with fellow cardiologists, share my talk on “Assessment of Aortic Valve Severity Prior to TAVI,” and demonstrate TTE (Transthoracic Echocardiogram) during the workshop session. Always a pleasure learning and exchanging ideas with passionate minds in cardiology.