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Professor Dr Md Faizus Sazzad
Prof. Dr. Md. Faizus Sazzad is an accomplished Cardiac Surgeon with over 20 years of clinical, academic, and research experience in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery across Bangladesh, Singapore, and internationally. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing cardiac surgery through international training, innovation, research, and adoption of global surgical standards.
Following his MBBS, he completed residency training in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and achieved specialist qualification in 2013. He subsequently pursued advanced clinical training in minimally invasive cardiac surgery at the National University Hospital, Singapore. Upon returning to Bangladesh, he served as Assistant Professor in Cardiac Surgery at Ibrahim Cardiac Hospital & Research Institute, Dhaka, from 2016 to 2019.
From 2019 to 2025, he served at the National University Health System, Singapore, contributing to cardiac surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, translational research, and surgical innovation. His work at NUHS further strengthened his international clinical and research experience and enabled him to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced cardiac surgical practices.
Through his clinical expertise, international experience, and commitment to research and innovation, Dr. Sazzad continues to contribute to advancing global standards in cardiac surgery and promoting modern, evidence-based, and minimally invasive approaches to patient care.
A pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, he initiated the Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) program in Bangladesh in 2015, helping introduce and advance minimally invasive techniques in the country. In 2019, he relocated to Singapore to join the National University Health System, where he serves as an Academic Cardiac Surgeon, Senior Researcher, and Research Lead for the Center of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery within the Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular discipline at the National University Heart Centre, National University Hospital, Singapore. Drawing on his experience of more than 4,000 open-heart surgeries and over 200 experimental heart procedures, he continues to combine surgical expertise, research, and innovation to advance minimally invasive and next-generation cardiac surgery.
A. Clinical Components
- Over 4,000 open-heart surgeries with specialization in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS).
- Served as Co-Director, Center of Excellence for MICS, National University Health System, National University Hospital, Singapore.
- Initiated the MICS program in Bangladesh in 2015 and helped establish the technology in 2017.
B. Research Components
- Served as Assistant Director, Cardiac Surgery Translational Research Program, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS, from 2020.
- Served as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) in multiple clinical research studies approved by the National Healthcare Group DSRB, Singapore.
- Authored 50+ research publications in national and international indexed journals.
- Received the Inspiring Mentor Award (2020) at the National Science Research Congress, Singapore.
C. Academic Components
- Authored multiple internationally published book chapters, including publications by Taylor & Francis.
- Served on the editorial team for a textbook on minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
- Presented research at 27 international conferences and received multiple Best Presenter Awards.
- Nominated for the Young Researcher Award (2013).
- Serves as an independent reviewer, Review Editor, and Associate Editor for several international journals, including the Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
D. Leadership Components
- Served as National Patron (Bangladesh) for the International Aortic Dissection Awareness Day initiative of The Marfan Foundation since 2017.
- Served as President-Elect of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Graduate Students’ Society and as a Member of the NUS Board of Discipline in 2022.
- Received the Outstanding Mentor Award (2021) for contributions to education and mentorship.
- Supervised 18 major cardiac surgery projects involving 58 students from leading institutions across Singapore, the UK, Ireland, Canada, Japan, and other countries.
He is actively engaged in international collaborations, has presented at multiple national and international conferences, received several best presenter awards, and is committed to expanding global access to innovative cardiac care and aims to support “technology transfer” to provide advanced heart surgery to our native patients. His contributions have earned him recognition at national, regional, and international levels.
Cardiac surgery has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades, evolving from highly invasive, high-risk procedures to precision-driven, patient-centred interventions. Today, the “state of the art” in cardiac surgery reflects a convergence of advanced technology, refined surgical techniques, multidisciplinary collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
Cardiac surgery in Bangladesh has evolved from a limited, highly specialized service into an established and expanding discipline that now serves a large and growing population with cardiovascular disease. This progress reflects decades of institutional development, professional commitment, and gradual technological advancement within a resource-constrained healthcare system.
From the early 2000s onward, cardiac surgery services expanded beyond the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases into private sector institutions, public medical colleges, and military hospitals. Several centers in Dhaka and other major cities began offering routine open-heart surgery, significantly increasing national surgical capacity. The establishment of postgraduate training programs, including MS and FCPS in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS), strengthened workforce development and contributed to a steady rise in the number of trained cardiac surgeons.
Over the past two decades, cardiac surgery in Bangladesh has steadily aligned with global standards through significant technological and clinical advancements. Many centers have adopted off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) surgery, reducing complications associated with cardiopulmonary bypass and improving outcomes in high-risk patients. Refinements in myocardial protection strategies and cardiopulmonary bypass techniques have enhanced intraoperative safety and postoperative recovery. Surgical expertise has expanded beyond routine procedures to include valve replacement surgery, as well as aortic and congenital heart surgery in selected specialized centers.
Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) represents one of the most important contemporary developments in this field. In Bangladesh, Prof. Sazzad introduced minimally invasive cardiac surgery in 2015, pioneering the adoption of less invasive surgical techniques aimed at reducing surgical trauma, shortening hospital stays, and improving patient recovery. His work contributed significantly to advancing modern cardiac surgical practices within the country.
In 2025, Prof. Sazzad further strengthened this vision by establishing the Unico Heart Surgery Center at Unico Hospitals PLC, where he is the founder of the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) department. The center was designed as a modern, smarter cardiac care facility dedicated to advanced heart surgery, integrating contemporary surgical technology, structured perioperative care, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver high-quality cardiac treatment.
Today, Bangladesh performs thousands of cardiac surgical procedures annually, catering to both adult and pediatric cardiac diseases. Despite this substantial progress, the healthcare system continues to face significant challenges, including a high patient load disproportionate to available surgical capacity, late presentation of cardiac disease, and limitations in resources and trained manpower, particularly outside major urban centers.
Therefore, it is essential to refocus our efforts to maintain a high standard of surgical outcomes while simultaneously introducing state-of-the-art practices. Aligning surgical techniques, infrastructure, and clinical protocols with those of the developed world ensures that patients receive the safest and most effective care. Such an approach not only minimizes postoperative complications and mortality but also fosters innovation, attracts skilled professionals, and strengthens confidence in the healthcare system. In essence, continuous improvement and adoption of advanced practices are crucial for delivering world-class cardiac care while sustaining excellence in surgical outcomes.
- MICS is heart surgery done through small cuts, usually between the ribs.
- The chest bone is not fully opened.
- Special instruments and cameras are used.
- Open heart surgery requires a long cut in the middle of the chest.
- Recovery usually takes longer.
- MICS uses much smaller incisions.
- Pain is usually less.
- Blood loss is lower.
- Hospital stay is shorter.
- Patients return to normal life sooner.
- Scars are smaller and less visible.
Not always. Safety comes first.
The decision depends on:
- Type of heart disease
- Complexity of the problem
- Age and general health
- Previous heart surgery
- Lung or kidney disease
Heart surgery has changed significantly over the years. It is no longer always associated with large cuts, long hospital stays, and prolonged recovery. One of the most important advances in modern heart care is Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS), which offers effective treatment with less physical trauma to the patient.
MICS is a form of heart surgery performed through small incisions, usually between the ribs. Unlike traditional open heart surgery, the chest bone is not fully opened. Surgeons use special instruments and cameras to reach the heart and treat the disease with the same level of precision. The heart problem is corrected without compromising safety or effectiveness.
Traditional open heart surgery requires a long incision in the center of the chest and splitting of the breastbone to access the heart. While this approach remains necessary for many complex conditions, it often leads to more pain and longer recovery. In contrast, patients undergoing MICS usually experience less pain, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, faster return to daily activities, and better cosmetic results due to smaller scars.
MICS can be used to treat several heart conditions, including heart valve repair or replacement, selected coronary bypass procedures, and some heart rhythm disorders. However, not every patient is suitable for minimally invasive surgery. The decision depends on the type and severity of heart disease, the patient’s age and overall health, previous heart operations, and the presence of other medical conditions. Patient safety is always the top priority.
Minimally invasive heart surgery is now available in Bangladesh, although it is offered only in selected hospitals with appropriate expertise and modern facilities. Performing MICS requires specialized training, advanced equipment, and a coordinated surgical team. As experience grows, access to this form of surgery is expected to expand.
Minimally invasive cardiac surgery has significantly improved the patient experience. It reduces physical and emotional stress, lowers the risk of infection, and helps patients recover faster. For many, it means returning to family life and work much sooner than with traditional surgery.
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery represents a major step forward in heart care. It reflects a shift toward safer, more precise, and patient-centered treatment. At Unico Hospitals PLC, the cardiac surgery service has been equipped and structured to deliver advanced, state-of-the-art minimally invasive cardiac surgery. With trained teams, modern technology, and a commitment to continuous improvement, Unico Hospitals PLC aims to make high-quality, patient-friendly heart surgery accessible locally.
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