National Heart Centre Singapore
National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) (GPS: 1.27857, 103.8361) is the country’s premier cardiac care institution. Located within the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Campus along Outram Road, NHCS offers a full range of cardiovascular services, from preventive screening to complex heart surgeries. As part of the SingHealth cluster, it plays a pivotal role in advancing heart health in Singapore through clinical care, research, and education.
Quick Facts
- Name: National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS)
- Location: SGH Campus, Outram Road, Singapore
- Established: 1998
- Type: National specialty centre for cardiovascular care
- Capacity: Over 200 beds, 9 operating theatres, and multiple cardiac labs
- Nearest MRT: Outram Park MRT Station (East-West Line, North-East Line, Thomson-East Coast Line)
- Nearest Bus Stop: Bus Stop 10017 “SGH/Outram Rd”
- Bus Services: 33, 63, 75, 121, 122, 174, 174e, 851, 970
- Affiliation: SingHealth cluster
- Special Role: Regional training and research hub for cardiology and cardiac surgery
History
NHCS was established in 1998 to consolidate cardiac services that were previously spread across different hospitals. Its creation marked a significant leap forward in providing comprehensive heart care under one roof. Since then, NHCS has grown into a leading regional centre, offering both inpatient and outpatient services for all forms of cardiovascular disease1.
Location and Accessibility
The centre is located at the Singapore General Hospital Campus, a central healthcare hub in Outram Road.
Nearest MRT Station
- Outram Park MRT Station on the East-West Line, North-East Line, and Thomson-East Coast Line is within walking distance of the centre.
Nearest Bus Stop
- Bus Stop 10017 “SGH/Outram Rd” is located adjacent to the SGH Campus.
- Bus services: 33, 63, 75, 121, 122, 174, 174e, 851, 970
The campus can also be reached easily via the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) and Central Expressway (CTE).
Facilities and Services
NHCS provides a comprehensive suite of cardiac services, including:
- Interventional cardiology – angioplasty, stenting, and minimally invasive heart procedures.
- Cardiac surgery – including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, and heart transplantation.
- Electrophysiology – diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders.
- Preventive cardiology – heart screening, lifestyle counselling, and risk factor management.
- Advanced imaging – such as cardiac MRI, CT, and echocardiography.
Research and Education
Beyond clinical care, NHCS is deeply involved in cardiovascular research, spanning genetics, stem cell therapy, and innovative medical devices. It also serves as a major teaching institution, training cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and allied health professionals in collaboration with Duke-NUS Medical School and other institutions2.
Community Role
NHCS promotes public awareness of cardiovascular health through outreach campaigns, health screenings, and educational seminars. Its Heart To Heart Fund supports needy patients and funds research into life-saving cardiac innovations3.
Fun Fact
NHCS performed Singapore’s first successful heart transplant in 1990, laying the foundation for advanced transplant services in the nation4.
National Heart Centre Singapore is 
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References
- NHCS Official Website – About Us
- SingHealth – National Heart Centre Singapore
- NHCS – Heart To Heart Fund
- National Library Board – First Heart Transplant in Singapore
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