Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mohamed Ezani Md Taib is a distinguished Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Group CEO of the National Heart Institute (IJN) with nearly 30 years of experience. Awarded the 'Leadership in Healthcare Award,' he has pioneered advancements like Malaysia's first mitral valve-in-valve procedures and expanded minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He is a key opinion leader in heart failure surgery, specializing in heart transplantation, LVAD, and ECMO. Under his leadership, IJN achieved HIMSS EMRAM Level 6, becoming a leading digital hospital. His philosophy centers on purpose, innovation, people, ESG, and patient-centered care, alongside significant contributions to cardiovascular disease prevention through extensive health screenings.