As of 2023, the number of cardiologists specializing in arrhythmia in Indonesia was still quite low—only 46. Yet, arrhythmia is a serious heart condition that can be fatal if not treated properly. The good news is that Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri has one of these rare specialists, Dr. Sebastian Andy Manurung, Sp. JP, Subsp. Ar(K), FIHA.
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Meet Dr. Sebastian, the Arrhythmia Expert at Mandaya Hospital
To become a cardiologist specializing in arrhythmia, a doctor must master electrophysiology—the study of the heart’s electrical system. Dr. Sebastian has done just that.
As an arrhythmia specialist at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri, Dr. Sebastian actively participates in seminars, training, and courses, both locally and internationally, such as:
- Oral Presentation at the 10th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) of the Indonesian Heart Rhythm Society (InaHRS) (August 17–19, 2023, Jakarta): “Successful Ablation of Scar-related Ventricular Tachycardia Using Decremental Evoke Potential Mapping in a Patient with Ischemic Cardiomyopathy”
- Oral Presentation at the 16th APHRS & CardioRhythm 2023 (September 1–3, 2023, Hong Kong): “Left Bundle Area Pacing with Manual Approach in Pediatric Patients: Case Series”
- Oral Presentation at the 16th APHRS & CardioRhythm 2023: “Successful Ablation of Scar-related Ventricular Tachycardia Using Decremental Evoke Potential Mapping in a Patient with Ischemic Cardiomyopathy”
- Poster Presentation at the 16th APHRS & CardioRhythm 2023: “Detrimental Effect of Oral Anticoagulation Cessation During LAA Closure”
- Poster Presentation at the 10th Asia Pacific Congress of Hypertension 2014 (Cebu, Philippines): “Factors Affecting Uncontrolled Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients”
With his extensive experience, Dr. Sebastian is one of Indonesia’s most sought-after arrhythmia specialists.
In addition to his expertise, Dr. Sebastian performs a range of heart-related procedures, including:
- Coronary stent placement
- Cardiac catheterization
- Electrocardiograms (ECG/EKG)
- Pacemaker implantation for bradyarrhythmia (slow heart rhythms)
Cardiac Ablation: One of Dr. Sebastian’s Specialties
One of the reasons arrhythmia patients seek out Dr. Sebastian is his expertise in cardiac ablation.
Cardiac ablation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat irregular heart rhythms by using heat or cold energy to create small scars in heart tissue, blocking abnormal electrical signals.
At Mandaya, not only are 2D and 3D cardiac ablation procedures available, but the latest Pulse Field Ablation (PFA) method from the U.S. is also offered—performed by Dr. Sebastian himself.
PFA is an advanced treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib) and has several advantages over conventional ablation methods, including:
- Shorter procedure time (around 2 hours)
- Less anesthesia required
- Safer for surrounding tissues (as it does not use heat or cold energy)
- Faster recovery time
- Longer-lasting results
One of Dr. Sebastian’s atrial fibrillation patients who underwent PFA ablation reported excellent results. The procedure lasted around 2 hours, and just two days after, the patient’s heartbeat returned to a normal sinus rhythm, with no signs of atrial fibrillation.
Pacemaker Reprogramming by Dr. Sebastian
In addition to treating fast or irregular heart rhythms with medication or ablation, Dr. Sebastian is also skilled in pacemaker reprogramming for patients with bradycardia (slow heart rates).
Pacemakers typically last 5–10 years, but regular check-ups are necessary to ensure the device is functioning correctly. If a malfunction goes undetected, the patient’s heartbeat could slow dangerously.
Dr. Sebastian can reprogram all major pacemaker brands, including Boston Scientific, Medtronic, St. Jude Medical, and Biotronik.
Are you experiencing arrhythmia symptoms and looking for a top arrhythmia specialist? Visit Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri and consult with Dr. Sebastian.
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