Patient stories
Patients' experiences of facing their worries, understanding their options, and receiving care at Heartology.
Personal stories, shared with consent.34 stories
Coronary Artery Disease · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
“Medicine is very advanced now, far beyond what it was in our day.”
Mr. Budi70 years or older, JakartaRead the Story Cardiac Medical Check-Up
“I want to stay healthy, stay fit and be able to carry out all the activities that suit my age.”
Ms. Asmara70 years or older, Jakarta SelatanRead the Story Atrial Septal Defect · Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure
“Knowing what we need to do is better than just staying silent and waiting for the worst to happen to us.”
Mr. Lucky30 to 39 years old, BekasiRead the Story Heart Rhythm Disorders / Arrhythmia · Syncope · Coronary Angiography
“What made me feel relieved was that the doctor said there really was a problem with my husband's heart rhythm. (Mr. Ang Koko's wife)”
Mr. Ang Koko50 to 59 years oldRead the Story Congenital Heart Disease · Atrial Septal Defect · Congenital Heart Surgery
“To friends my age, don't be afraid of treatment, because the sooner it's done, the better it can be.”
Ladiesunder 30, MalangRead the Story Double Outlet Right Ventricle · Congenital Heart Disease · Congenital Heart Surgery
“Because he was already being treated by expert doctors, we felt at ease. We had received a good explanation. (Faqih's father)”
Faqihunder 30, LampungRead the Story Atrial Fibrillation · Heart Rhythm Disorders / Arrhythmia · Cardiac Ablation
“I had to live with arrhythmia, with the whole package of worries and imagination I had as a layperson.”
Mr. Rafli40 to 49 years old, BogorRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Atherosclerosis · Coronary Angiography
“Mom felt very comfortable inside because they prayed together with her and calmed her down, and she said the nurses were friendly too. (Ms. Yeany's daughter)”
Ms. Yeany70 years or olderRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) · Cardiac Catheterization
“After that conversation, one thing I felt inside: I was free from doubt.”
Mr. Untung60 to 69 years oldRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Atherosclerosis · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
“Let me show you, this is my surgical scar. Don't be afraid.”
Mr. Nam70 years or older, JakartaRead the Story Congenital Heart Disease · Congenital Heart Surgery · Cardiac Catheterization
“When Kaluna's first cry was heard, her hands and feet were blue (Kaluna's mother)”
Kalunaunder 30, BekasiRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Atherosclerosis · Cardiac CT Scan
“Thank God, now I can walk for an hour and still keep going, and it feels like I never run out of breath.”
Mr. Adi40 to 49 years oldRead the Story Aortic Aneurysm · Coronary Artery Disease · Aortic Surgery
“He explained it clearly, without hiding anything, that everything carries its own risks.”
Mr. Andy40 to 49 years old, SerpongRead the Story Patent Ductus Arteriosus · Congenital Heart Disease · Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure
“Our children want to live healthy lives and breathe freely like we do. So we have to keep moving forward. (Arumi's mother)”
Acaunder 30, Kalimantan BaratRead the Story Atrial Fibrillation · Heart Rhythm Disorders / Arrhythmia · Cardiac Ablation
“We have to be aware of our own health, and not hold back on getting health check-ups.”
Mr. Devi40 to 49 years old, SemarangRead the Story Myocardial Infarction / Heart Attack · Coronary Artery Disease · Cardiac Catheterization
“Thank you, all the doctors here gave explanations that were thorough and easy to understand.”
Mr. Sibranus50 to 59 years old, PapuaRead the Story Aortic Dissection · Heart Valve Disease · Bentall Procedure
“From the ICU on, all the doctors and nurses were very cooperative.”
Mr. Michael30 to 39 years oldRead the Story Aortic Dissection · Bentall Procedure · Aortic Surgery
“It turns out check-ups really are important, because no one is ever truly prepared for something like this.”
Mr. Rekotomo40 to 49 years old, BandungRead the Story Aortic Aneurysm · Coronary Artery Disease · Aortic Surgery
“They always gave us patients room to communicate and ask about anything related to what we were feeling.”
Mr. William60 to 69 years oldRead the Story Atrial Septal Defect · Heart Valve Disease · Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
“As long as you can still have the surgery, just go ahead with it, don't be afraid.”
Ms. Nur Fitriyana40 to 49 years old, PurwakartaRead the Story Brugada Syndrome · Heart Rhythm Disorders / Arrhythmia · Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
“Thanks to my regular check-ups, I was able to find out and deal with it early.”
Mr. Suyanto40 to 49 years oldRead the Story Atrial Septal Defect · Pulmonary Hypertension · Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure
“With ASD, we might not feel anything, you know. We can still go about our normal activities.”
Ms. Debby40 to 49 years old, SurabayaRead the Story Atrial Septal Defect · Congenital Heart Disease · Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure
“Don't be afraid, don't be anxious, don't worry. All of this is indeed a trial from God (Daffa's father)”
Daffaunder 30, AcehRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) · Cardiac Catheterization
“I always think positively that this is for the sake of improvement going forward.”
Mr. Eko50 to 59 years oldRead the Story Aortic Dissection · Bentall Procedure · Aortic Surgery
“Since I got sick, I have started reminding my friends not to ignore any pain they feel, however small.”
Ms. Novi30 to 39 years old, LampungRead the Story Heart Valve Disease · Hypertension · Heart Valve Surgery
“Hypertension is not an ordinary problem; it really has to be treated seriously.”
Mr. HermantoSemarangRead the Story Aortic Dissection · Syncope · Aortic Surgery
“God wanted to give me symptoms so that I would take a break, so He let me faint.”
Ms. Helen70 years or older, SurabayaRead the Story Patent Ductus Arteriosus · Patent Foramen Ovale · Congenital Heart Disease
“Whatever it is about the heart, there's no need to be afraid, no need to panic (Kaluela's mother)”
Kaluelaunder 30, MedanRead the Story Heart Valve Disease · Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm · Bentall Procedure
“The team was very cohesive, and for someone having major surgery, feeling safe really has to count for a lot.”
Ms. GeviPatient experienceRead the Story Myocardial Infarction / Heart Attack · Coronary Artery Disease · Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
“Friends who feel pain around the shoulder blades, do take the time to see a cardiologist.”
Mr. Tony40 to 49 years oldRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) · Treadmill Stress Test
“To my friends out there, we have to watch what we eat, exercise regularly and not smoke too much.”
Mr. Mispriyadi40 to 49 years old, JambiRead the Story Coronary Artery Disease · Coronary Angioplasty
“I thought heart disease was something that only affected older people...”
Mr. Franky30 to 39 years old, Tangerang SelatanRead the Story Tachycardia · Cardiac Ablation
“When we feel at ease, our fear diminishes. The bottom line is: seek medical treatment promptly.”
Mr. Johannes40 to 49 years old, JambiRead the Story Aortic Aneurysm · Bentall Procedure
“Be honest with yourself and with your health. Don't let fear stand in the way of your survival.”
Mr. Jamal40 to 49 years old, Jakarta TimurRead the Story Every journey is different. This is a personal experience. Each person's condition, treatment options, and outcomes may differ.
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