GermanyLed a university hospital's cardiac device department
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Coronary angiographyAngioplasty and stentsPacemakersLeadless pacemakersICD and CRT devicesChest pain assessmentHeart rhythm careBlood pressure and cholesterol
Coronary angiographyAngioplasty and stentsPacemakersLeadless pacemakersICD and CRT devicesChest pain assessmentHeart rhythm careBlood pressure and cholesterol
About
Trained in Germany. Taking time with you.
Dr Shady Habboush is a consultant interventional cardiologist. He trained and worked in Germany, where he became board certified in internal medicine and in cardiology.
Before moving to Dubai, he led the cardiac device department and pacemaker unit at a university hospital in western Germany. His work covers both the heart's arteries and its rhythm: from the first assessment of chest pain to angiography, stents and pacemakers.
His aim is simple: listen properly, explain clearly, and choose the treatment that fits you. No rush, and no tests you do not need.
German Board (Facharzt) in Internal Medicine
German Board (Facharzt) in Cardiology
Subspecialty in Interventional CardiologyGerman Society of Cardiology (DGK)
Certified Cardiac Device SpecialistGerman Society of Cardiology (DGK)
LanguagesArabic, English, German
Conditions and procedures
What he looks after, explained simply.
A short guide to the conditions and procedures Dr Shady sees most often. It is general information. Your own plan is always discussed with you in person.
Conditions
Chest pain and angina
Pressure or tightness in the chest, often with effort, can mean the heart muscle is short of blood. It deserves a proper assessment.
Coronary artery disease
Fatty plaque narrows the arteries that feed the heart. Treatment ranges from lifestyle changes and medicines to opening the artery.
Heart attack care
A sudden blockage in a heart artery is an emergency: call 998. Afterwards comes recovery, and protecting the heart for the long term.
Palpitations and irregular rhythm
A racing, skipping or pounding heartbeat. Many causes are harmless and some need treatment. An ECG and rhythm monitoring help tell them apart.
Slow heart rhythm
When the heart beats too slowly it can cause tiredness, dizziness or fainting. Some people need a pacemaker.
Blood pressure and cholesterol
Two quiet risk factors that often cause no symptoms for years. Finding and treating them early lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Procedures
Coronary angiography
A thin tube is passed, often from the wrist, to the heart's arteries. Contrast dye and X-ray show whether any are narrowed.
Angioplasty and stents (PCI)
A small balloon widens a narrowed artery, and a stent, a fine mesh tube, helps keep it open. It is often done straight after the angiogram.
Pacemakers, including leadless
A small device that stops the heart from beating too slowly. A leadless pacemaker is a tiny capsule placed inside the heart, with no wires under the skin.
ICD and CRT devices
An ICD watches for dangerous fast rhythms and can treat them. CRT helps both sides of a weakened heart beat together.
Heart check and risk review
History, examination, an ECG and only the tests you need, followed by a clear explanation of your own risk.
Every procedure has benefits and risks. Dr Shady goes through them with you, and the alternatives, before any decision is made.
Send a WhatsApp message to the hospital's appointment line, and the team finds a time that suits you.
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Your story comes first
The visit starts with your symptoms, your history and an examination. Bring previous ECGs, reports and a list of your medicines.
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Only the tests you need
An ECG and, where needed, further tests. Nothing is added without a reason.
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A clear plan, in your language
Results explained plainly in Arabic, English or German. Benefits, risks and alternatives come before any decision.
When to see a cardiologist
Signs worth a heart check.
Book an appointment if any of these apply to you. If you are unsure, it is reasonable to ask.
Chest pain, pressure or tightness, especially with effort
Breathlessness that is new or getting worse
Palpitations, or a heartbeat that feels irregular
Dizziness or fainting
Swollen ankles with tiredness or breathlessness
High blood pressure or cholesterol that is hard to control
Diabetes, smoking, or a family history of early heart disease
A pacemaker or other heart device that needs follow-up
Chest pain right now?
Do not wait for an appointment. Call 998 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Your first visit
Bring any previous ECGs, echo reports and blood tests, and a list of the medicines you take. The visit starts with your story and an examination.
Gallery
Behind the care.
Dr Shady at work in the cath lab, where angiograms, stents and pacemakers are done.
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01In the cath lab
02At the table
03With the team
04Focused work
05Step by step
06Careful hands
07Preparing
08Precise work
09Checking the details
10Under the X-ray system
11With colleagues
12Ready to begin
Photos shared with the hospital's approval. No patient faces, names or screen details are shown.
Patient reviews
What patients say.
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Every patient is asked for a review the same way. No discount, gift or reward is ever offered for a review.
Questions
Common questions, plainly answered.
What does an interventional cardiologist do?
An interventional cardiologist is a heart specialist who can also treat some heart conditions through a thin tube (catheter) passed along a blood vessel, instead of open surgery. Dr Shady's work includes coronary angiography, stents, and implanting pacemakers and other cardiac devices.
Is chest pain always a heart problem?
No. Chest pain can come from the muscles, the stomach, the lungs or stress. It should still be checked. Sudden, severe or crushing chest pain is an emergency: call 998.
What is a coronary angiogram?
It is an X-ray test that shows the arteries of the heart. A thin tube is passed, often from the wrist, and a contrast dye makes the arteries visible. If a narrowing is found, it can sometimes be treated in the same session. Risks and benefits are explained before you decide.
What is the difference between angiography and angioplasty?
Angiography is the test that shows whether an artery is narrowed. Angioplasty is the treatment that opens it, usually with a balloon and a stent.
When is a pacemaker needed?
A pacemaker is considered when the heart beats too slowly or pauses, causing symptoms such as dizziness, fainting or tiredness. The decision is based on tests such as an ECG and rhythm monitoring.
What is a leadless pacemaker?
A pacemaker in a small capsule that sits inside the heart. It has no wires and no pocket under the skin. It suits some patients but not all, and Dr Shady can explain whether it is an option for you.
Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist?
Many patients book directly. Some insurance plans ask for a referral first, so it is worth checking with your insurer when you book.
Which languages does Dr Shady speak?
Arabic, English and German.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Previous ECGs, echo or stress test reports, recent blood tests, discharge letters if you have them, and a list of your current medicines.
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments are made through the hospital where Dr Shady practises. You can message the hospital's appointment line on WhatsApp or use the hospital's booking page. Both are linked below.
Location and booking
Visit Dr Shady at Saudi German Hospital Dubai.
Appointments are made through the hospital. Message the appointment line on WhatsApp, or use the hospital's booking page.
