Uzm. Dr. Hamidullah Haqmal

Specialist Dr. Hamidullah Haqmal, an experienced physician in cardiology, is committed to providing expert knowledge and attentive care in heart health to his patients.

Dr. Haqmal closely follows advancements in cardiology and strives to offer his patients the most up-to-date and effective treatment methods. He carefully evaluates each patient’s condition and aims to develop treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.

Dr. Haqmal’s primary goal is to protect his patients’ heart health and provide high-quality care. To this end, he emphasizes building trust-based communication with his patients and encouraging their active participation in treatment processes.

Institution Years
Kabul Medical University - Faculty of Medicine 1995–2002
Gülhane Military Medical Academy 2009–2014

Years Institution
2016–2019 Private Bilgi Hospital
2019–Present Private A Life Healthcare Group

Coronary Artery Diseases
Coronary artery disease
Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
Angina (chest pain)

Cardiac Imaging
Echocardiography (ECHO)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Computed tomography (CT) angiography

Electrophysiology
Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Holter monitoring
Cardioversion
Ablation therapy
Pacemaker and ICD implantation

Heart Failure
Acute and chronic heart failure
Cardiomyopathy

Hypertension
Diagnosis and treatment of high blood pressure

Hyperlipidemia
Management of high cholesterol and other lipid disorders

Valve Diseases
Mitral valve insufficiency or stenosis
Aortic valve insufficiency or stenosis
Tricuspid and pulmonary valve diseases

Peripheral Arterial Diseases
Narrowing or blockage of arteries supplying legs and arms

Vascular Diseases
Aneurysms
Venous diseases (varicose veins)

Prevention and Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Prevention of heart diseases
Smoking cessation
Diet and exercise
Blood sugar control and diabetes management

Coronary Interventions
Coronary Angiography: A diagnostic procedure to visualize the heart vessels (coronary arteries). Typically performed by inserting a thin tube (catheter) through the groin or wrist.
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI): The general term for procedures used to treat narrowing or blockages in the coronary arteries.
Coronary Balloon Angioplasty: Using a balloon catheter to open blocked or narrowed coronary arteries.
Coronary Stent Implantation: Placement of a wire mesh called a stent inside the artery to prevent re-narrowing.
Complex Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: More challenging and specialized coronary procedures such as chronic total occlusion (CTO) opening and left main coronary artery interventions.

Interventions for Structural Heart Diseases
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI): Replacement of the aortic valve via the groin or arm vessels in patients who cannot undergo surgery for aortic stenosis.
Mitral Valve Clip: Joining the mitral valve leaflets by entering through the groin in patients with mitral valve insufficiency.
Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) and Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Closure: Interventional closure of congenital holes in the heart.
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure: Interventional closure of PFO, which carries a risk of stroke.
Left Atrial Appendage Closure: Closure of the left atrial appendage in patients with atrial fibrillation who have a high risk of stroke.

Interventions for Rhythm Disorders (Electrophysiology Studies)
Electrophysiological Study (EPS): Examination of the heart's electrical activity to determine the type and origin of arrhythmia.
Ablation: Burning abnormal electrical pathways or foci causing arrhythmia via catheter ablation.
Pacemaker Implantation: Placement of a pacemaker to regulate heart rate (temporary or permanent).
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation: Placement of an ICD to correct life-threatening arrhythmias.
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT): Implantation of a CRT device to synchronize heart chamber contractions in patients with heart failure and dyssynchronous ventricular contractions.

Peripheral Vascular Interventions
Peripheral Angiography and Angioplasty/Stenting: Treatment of narrowing or blockages in vessels supplying legs, arms, kidneys, and other organs.
Renal Denervation: A treatment method used for resistant hypertension.