Doha, Qatar – 18 March, 2025 - The View Hospital, in Affiliation With Cedars-Sinai, is proud to announce a groundbreaking achievement, having successfully performed the first Pulmonary Vein Isolation procedure and the first Electrophysiology (EP) Study in Qatar's private healthcare sector.
Carried out by Dr. Noureddin Sawan, Cardiology Consultant in Interventional Electrophysiology, and his highly skilled team from the Cardiology Department at The View Hospital, this advanced procedure provides a revolutionary treatment option for patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder. By using state-of-the-art technology,the procedure isolates the pulmonary veins to interrupt abnormal electrical signals in the heart, restoring normal rhythm and significantly improving the quality of life for patients.
Pulmonary Vein Isolation is widely recognized as a highly effective and minimally invasive technique for managing AFib, reducing symptoms, and lowering the risk of complications such as stroke and heart failure. This milestone underscores The View Hospital’s commitment to bringing cutting-edge treatments to Qatar’s private healthcare sector, positioning the hospital as a pioneer in the field of cardiovascular care.
Dr. Fatih Mehmet Gul, CEO of The View Hospital, commented, “The successful implementation of this procedure is a testament to the expertise and dedication of our exceptional team. It underscores The View Hospital’s role as an academic center, providing tertiary-level care services of the highest standard. We are proud to be the first in Qatar’s private healthcare sector to offer this groundbreaking treatment, reaffirming our commitment to delivering the most advanced medical care to our patients.”
This milestone further solidifies The View Hospital’s leadership in medical innovation, enhancing the range of specialized services offered in Qatar’s private healthcare sector. It highlights the hospital’s ongoing commitment to advancing patient outcomes and offering life-changing treatments to those in Qatar and the surrounding region.
About The View Hospital in Affiliation With Cedars-Sinai:
The View Hospital in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, is under the aegis of Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding. It is a modern healthcare institution that focuses on world-class clinical excellence with a mission to become the hospital of choice, providing the highest, measurable care to its clients. Building on its clinical excellence and international partnership approach with Cedars-Sinai, The View Hospital delivers outstanding clinical expertise through highly experienced multi-disciplinary professional teams and systems.
With 240 single private suites, 10 operating rooms and 23 intensive care beds, The View Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare services. Our operating rooms are equipped with the most advanced technology, allowing us to do minimally invasive surgery and imaging during operations.
For more information about The View Hospital, please visit
https://www.theviewhospital.com
