Coronary Bypass Surgery (CABG)
Keyhole bypass surgery for blocked coronary arteries, triple vessel disease, LAD disease, and multi-vessel coronary artery disease, without splitting the breastbone.
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KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital 2
Mayo Clinic Care Network
Minimally Invasive & Robotic
Heart Surgery in KL
Prof. Dr. Shahrul Amry Hashim is a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital 2, Kuala Lumpur, offering minimally invasive (keyhole) and robotic heart surgery. These techniques treat the heart through small incisions, without splitting the breastbone, which generally means less pain, smaller scars and a faster recovery for suitable patients.
Comparing Your Options
Minimally Invasive vs Traditional Open-Heart
Prof. Shahrul offers two minimally invasive approaches, keyhole (MICS) and robotic (Da Vinci), as alternatives to traditional open-heart surgery, where clinically suitable.
| Factor | Traditional Open-Heart | Keyhole (MICS) Minimally Invasive |
Robotic (Da Vinci) ★ Most Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incision | ✗ 20–25 cm sternotomy | ✓ 3–7 cm keyhole | ✓ Small ports (2–4 cm) |
| Chest Bone | ✗ Bone split (sternotomy) | ✓ No bone splitting | ✓ No bone splitting |
| Vision | Direct, unmagnified view | ✓ Magnified keyhole view | ✓ Magnified 3D HD view, greater accuracy |
| Steadiness | Subject to natural hand tremor | ✓ Fine hand control | ✓ Steadier than the human hand, tremor-free |
| Tissue Handling | Greater retraction / exposure | ✓ Precise handling | ✓ Designed to handle delicate tissue gently |
| Recovery | ✗ Extended | ✓ Faster return | ✓ Faster return |
| Infection Risk | ✗ Higher wound risk | ✓ Reduced risk | ✓ Reduced risk |
The Difference, Visualised
In His Own Words
Watch: What Is Keyhole Heart Surgery?
Watch Prof. Dr. Shahrul Amry Hashim explain what minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) involves, who it suits, and what recovery looks like.
Patient Information
Download Patient Leaflets
Clear, easy-to-read guides for patients and families. Download and read before your consultation.
MICS · Bypass Surgery
Minimally Invasive Bypass Surgery
A patient guide to keyhole bypass surgery (MICS CABG), what to expect, how it works, and your recovery journey.
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Valve Surgery
Valve Repair & Replacement
A patient guide to minimally invasive valve surgery, mitral valve repair, aortic valve replacement, and what the procedure involves.
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In the Operating Theatre
Precision at Every Step
Minimally invasive cardiac surgery demands the highest level of technical expertise, carried out every day at KPJ DSH2's state-of-the-art Digital Operating Theatre.
Clinical Expertise
What Procedures Does Prof. Shahrul Perform?
All procedures are performed using minimally invasive techniques wherever clinically appropriate, smaller incisions, faster recovery, less disruption to your life.
Valve Repair & Replacement
Minimally invasive mitral valve repair, mitral and aortic valve replacement, and tricuspid valve repair, through a small keyhole incision between the ribs.
Learn more →Congenital Heart Surgery
Keyhole closure of atrial septal defects (ASD), VSD repair, and coronary fistula ligation, for both adult and paediatric patients with congenital heart conditions.
Learn more →Keyhole Lung Surgery (VATS)
Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) for lung cancer, pneumothorax, thymoma, and lung metastases, minimally invasive, precise, and with faster recovery.
Learn more →Complex Cardiac Surgery
Redo CABG, Bentall procedure, emergency aortic surgery, ECMO decannulation, and combined multi-valve procedures, including emergency cases requiring urgent intervention.
Learn more →Second Opinion Consultations
Not sure if you need surgery? Book a consultation with Prof. Shahrul for an expert assessment of your cardiac condition and all available surgical options.
Book now →25+
Years of Cardiothoracic
Surgical Experience
Surgical Experience
FRCS
Fellowship of the Royal College
of Surgeons, Edinburgh
of Surgeons, Edinburgh
FIRST
Mayo Clinic Care Network
Hospital in Malaysia
Hospital in Malaysia
2025
MICS Surgery of the Year
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific
Your Patient Journey
What Happens From First Consultation to Recovery?
Prof. Shahrul's team guides you through every step, from your initial assessment to post-operative follow-up care.
1
Book a Consultation
Contact us via WhatsApp or our enquiry form. Consultations are typically available within days, not months. Bring your existing cardiac reports and imaging if available.
2
Pre-Operative Assessment
Prof. Shahrul reviews your case, discusses surgical options, and performs a thorough pre-operative workup at DSH2, including angiogram, echocardiogram, and all required tests.
3
Surgery & Recovery
Your procedure is performed using minimally invasive techniques where appropriate. Most patients benefit from a reduced hospital stay and a faster return to normal activity compared to traditional open-heart surgery.
Take the Next Step
Not Sure If Keyhole Heart Surgery Is Right for You?
Book a consultation with Prof. Shahrul for an expert assessment of your cardiac condition and all available surgical options. Available within days.
Reviewed by Prof. Dr. Shahrul Amry Hashim, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital 2. Last reviewed: September 2026.