Dr. Siti Norzahirah Abu Bakar

Dr. Siti Norzahirah Abu Bakar is a cardiologist at Ripas Hospital in Bandar Seri Begawan, providing non-invasive cardiac services within Brunei's national health system. With 12 years of experience, she manages a full range of cardiovascular conditions common in Brunei's population.

Dr. Siti trained at the University of Brunei Darussalam and completed her MRCP (UK) before undertaking echocardiography training. Brunei's high rates of diabetes, obesity, and hypertension create a significant cardiovascular disease burden, and her practice addresses this at the national referral hospital level.

For complex interventional procedures such as coronary angiography and PCI, she coordinates referrals to Singapore or Malaysia through Ripas Hospital's international referral system — a key pathway for Bruneian patients requiring advanced cardiac care not available domestically.

Dr. Siti earned her MBBS from the University of Brunei Darussalam and MRCP (UK). She completed echocardiography training and holds a Certificate in Echocardiography. She participates in continuing cardiology education through the Brunei Medical Association and regional cardiology meetings in Singapore and Malaysia.

Dr. Siti performs echocardiography for assessment of cardiac function, valvular disease, and cardiomyopathy. She manages hypertension, heart failure (medical therapy), atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease risk stratification, and valvular heart disease. She performs ECG interpretation, Holter monitoring, and exercise stress testing.

Dr. Siti participates in Brunei Medical Association continuing education and has contributed to local cardiovascular health audit data. She is focused primarily on clinical cardiology practice within Brunei's national health system.

Dr. Siti sees international patients and expatriates at Ripas Hospital. She consults in Malay and English. For patients requiring interventional cardiac procedures, she facilitates referrals to Singapore or Malaysia. Video consultations are available for cardiac follow-up.

Dr. Siti has been recognized by Ripas Hospital for contributions to cardiology services. She is a member of the Brunei Medical Association and participates in national cardiovascular health programs.