Dr Lee Chee Wan is a senior consultant cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist, and Medical Director of Cardiac Centre International at Mount Elizabeth Orchard. He performs procedures including catheter ablation, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, loop recorder insertion and coronary angiography, with a focus on cardiac arrhythmia and coronary artery disease. He holds a DPhil from Oxford and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh).
Clinical focus
Cardiac electrophysiology.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
MBBS (Hons, Sydney), CCT (Cardiology, UK), DPhil (Oxford), FRCP (Edin).
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Cardiac Centre International (CCI) — Mount Elizabeth, Orchard
- Hospital affiliation(s): National Heart Centre Singapore; Tan Tock Seng Hospital; Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
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Getting to the clinic
Dr Lee Chee Wan practises with Cardiac Centre International at Mount Elizabeth in the Orchard area. The most convenient station is Orchard MRT, served by the North-South Line (NS22) and the Thomson-East Coast Line (TE14), from which the Mount Elizabeth medical complex is a short walk through the Orchard shopping belt. Many bus routes also run along Orchard Road and the surrounding streets, so a bus and a brief walk is a practical alternative.
If you are coming by car or taxi, there is a drop-off point at the Mount Elizabeth entrance and taxi or ride-hailing pick-up is easy on departure, which suits patients attending for arrhythmia procedures or device checks. The medical centre has a paid visitor carpark, so allow extra time during peak clinic hours. For those who find walking through the busy Orchard precinct tiring, a taxi drop-off directly at the entrance is often the simplest option.
What cardiac electrophysiology covers
Dr Lee’s focus is cardiac electrophysiology, the area of cardiology concerned with the heart’s electrical system and rhythm disorders. The heart relies on coordinated electrical signals to beat regularly; when these signals misfire, the heart can beat too fast, too slow or irregularly. These rhythm disorders, called arrhythmias, include atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardias and dangerous ventricular rhythms, and they can cause palpitations, dizziness, breathlessness, fainting or, in some cases, more serious risks.
Electrophysiologists diagnose and treat these problems using specialised tools. Catheter ablation uses thin wires passed to the heart to map and treat the small areas of tissue driving an abnormal rhythm. Pacemakers are implanted to support a heart that beats too slowly, while implantable defibrillators protect against dangerous fast rhythms. A loop recorder can be inserted under the skin to monitor the heart rhythm over long periods when symptoms are infrequent. Dr Lee’s focus also extends to coronary artery disease, the narrowing of the heart’s own blood vessels.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit usually begins with a detailed account of your symptoms, such as palpitations, dizziness, fainting or breathlessness, and when they occur. The doctor reviews your history and medicines and examines your heart and circulation. An ECG is commonly performed, and because rhythm problems can come and go, longer monitoring with a Holter or an implantable recorder may be arranged. An echocardiogram and blood tests may also be used to look at the heart’s structure and rule out other causes.
The consultation typically ends with an explanation of the likely diagnosis and the options, which may range from medication and monitoring to a procedure such as ablation or device implantation. You will have the chance to discuss the benefits, risks and recovery of each path.
Preparing for your appointment
Bring your photo identification and any GP or polyclinic referral letter. Collect previous heart records, including earlier ECGs, any monitoring reports, echocardiogram results and discharge summaries from previous admissions or procedures.
- An up-to-date list of all medicines and supplements with doses, including blood thinners and any rhythm-control drugs.
- A symptom diary noting when palpitations or dizziness occur, how long they last and any triggers, which is especially helpful for intermittent rhythm problems.
- Any recordings from a smartwatch or home ECG device if you have them.
- A written list of questions about your diagnosis and treatment options.
After your consultation and follow-up
After your visit, the findings and plan will be explained and any further monitoring or tests arranged. If a procedure such as ablation or device implantation is recommended, you will be guided through the preparation, the hospital stay and recovery. Pacemakers and defibrillators need periodic checks, so device follow-up appointments form part of ongoing care, and medication for rhythm control may be reviewed and adjusted over time.
Continuity matters because arrhythmias can recur and devices need monitoring for years. You may seek a second opinion before any procedure. Seek urgent help, or call emergency services, if you have prolonged palpitations with chest pain, severe breathlessness, fainting or collapse, as these can signal a serious rhythm problem.
Booking, referrals and fees
As a private clinic, appointments can usually be made directly without a referral, though a GP or polyclinic letter helps share your history and may assist if you later seek subsidised care in the public system. For eligible procedures and devices, MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans may apply within set limits, while consultations are generally paid out of pocket. Confirm the expected costs and your insurance coverage with the clinic in advance.
Common questions
What is catheter ablation?
It is a procedure that uses thin wires passed to the heart to map and treat the small areas of tissue causing an abnormal rhythm, often reducing or stopping arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation or supraventricular tachycardia.
When is a pacemaker or defibrillator needed?
A pacemaker supports a heart that beats too slowly, while an implantable defibrillator protects against dangerous fast rhythms. The decision depends on your specific rhythm problem and risk.
Why might I need long-term heart monitoring?
Rhythm problems often come and go, so a Holter monitor or an implantable loop recorder can capture episodes that a brief ECG in clinic might miss.
Are palpitations always serious?
Many palpitations are harmless, but those with chest pain, fainting, breathlessness or that are prolonged should be assessed, as they can indicate a rhythm disorder needing treatment.
Sources & verification
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