Dr Aaron Hiew Wi Han

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr Aaron Hiew graduated with a Doctor in Medicine degree from University Kebangsaan Malaysia. He subsequently completed his Fellowship In Palliative Medicine Ministry of Health Malaysia and is now practising as a Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dept of Medicine, Hospital Kuala Lumpur till now. He chaired the Developmental Group for the writing of the CPG Management of Cancer Pain 2nd edition 2024.

Dato' Dr Adel Zaatar

Gleneagles Hospital Penang

Dato' Dr Adel Zaatar has more than forty-five years experience in the field of Radiotherapy & Medical Oncology in the management of malignant tumors in general and lung, breast, prostate, brain, pancreas, sarcoma, colorectal, head & neck, gynecological and childhood cancers in particular. He has been the Principal Investigator for many clinical trials for lung, breast, pancreas, nasopharynx and colorectal cancers. Dr Zaatar is a member of the Royal College of Radiologists UK, ESMO and Malaysian Oncological Society.

Assoc Prof Dr Adlinda Bt Alip

University of Malaya

Clinical Oncologist with interest in Lung, Breast, CNS and GU malignancy and advanced technique radiotherapy including SRS and SBRT. She is actively involved in cinic trials.

Dr Ahmad Kusyairi bin Khalid

UiTM Private Specialist Center

Dr. Ahmad Kusyairi Khalid graduated from National University of Ireland, Cork. He underwent basic surgical training in Ireland and subsequently returned to Malaysia where he pursued specialist training in Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (ORL-HNS) in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. He was previously a Consultant and Senior Lecturer in ORL- HNS UiTM Faculty of Medicine. Currently he is practicing at UiTM Private Specialist Center and Avisena Specialist Hospital.

He completed his clinical fellow attachment in Sleep Surgery at Singapore General Hospital and apart from that, he also provides various Head and Neck Oncology services after completing his clinical fellow attachment in Head and Neck Oncology Surgery at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

He is also a certified Robotic ENT Surgeon as he completed the Da Vinci System Training as a Console Surgeon (Robotic Surgery for ORL-HNS) from the Intuitive Surgical and Yonsei University Hospital, Seoul, Korea. He has performed various transoral robotic oropharynx, larynx and base of tongue excision for both benign and malignant cases. He has also completed series of ORL-HNS robotic cases and published several related articles. Dr Ahmad Kusyairi has received fellows from national and international level to learn about this technology, especially in embarking the robotic surgery programme in their own country. He also has demonstrated various live robotic surgeries procedures apart from being invited as a speaker to share his experience at both national and international conferences throughout the years.

Dr Ahmad Radzi Ahmad Badruddin

JB Oncology

Dr. Ahmad Radzi bin Ahmad Badruddin is a leading Medical Oncologist with 37 years of rich experience. His special interest is chemotherapy, cancer treatment, radiotherapy, etc.
After completing his MD from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, in 1984, he did DMRT from Royal College of Radiologists, United Kingdom, in 1989 FRCS from Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland, Ireland, in 1991. He aims to provide the best medical treatment to every patient.

Dr Alex Khoo Cheen Hoe

Penang Adventist Hospital

Dr Alex Khoo Cheen Hoe graduated from University of Malaysia and pursued his postgraduate studies in nuclear medicine from University of Science Malaysia. He is board-certified fellow of the Asian Nuclear Medicine Board as well as the European Board of Nuclear Medicine. He is currently working at Adventist Nuclear Medicine Centre which is the first private center with comprehensive nuclear medicine services in Northern Malaysia.

Dr Ang Soo Fan

Penang Adventist Hospital

Dr Ang Soo Fan is a medical oncologist leading the Curie Oncology’s services in the Penang Adventist Hospital (PAH), Malaysia. He is currently Head of Department (Adventist Oncology Center) and treats patients across all cancer specialities.

Dr Ang graduated from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. He obtained the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP UK) in 2008 and underwent advanced specialty training in medical oncology at the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS). Prior to joining Curie Oncology, he had practised in the various oncology centres at National University Hospital (NUH), Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and KK Women and Children’s Hospital (KKH), and NCCS as a Senior Consultant in the Division of Medical Oncology.

Dr Ang is actively involved in clinical research trials and member of PAH research committee participating in multiple international phase III clinical trials. He has published multiple publication and a key reviewer of several peered-review journals. As a strong advocate of oncology education, he is actively involved in teaching oncology trainees and nurses. Dr Ang has been widely invited to share his experiences at both local and international conferences. In recognition of his efforts in patient care, he received the Singapore Health Quality Service Award in 2012.

Across his medical career, Dr Ang has pioneered many cancer treatment protocols through pharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials including advanced liver cancer, immunotherapy in resected liver cancer, autologous adoptive T-cell immunotherapy for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer, head and neck cancer, lung cancer, biomarker discovery research, etc.
 

Dr Angel Kwan Khor Nee

Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, Ipoh

Dr. Angel Kwan is currently a Clinical Oncologist at Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB), Ipoh Perak. She completed her undergraduate studies at University Malaya (UM) in 2011. Then she obtained her masters in clinical Oncology from University Malaya (UM) in 2021. She is active as a speaker, moderator, and panel in local and international meetings and conferences.

Dr Au Mun Yee

Sunway Medical Centre Penang

Dr Au Mun Yee is currently the Consultant Nuclear Medicine Physician at Sunway Medical Centre Penang. She obtained her MBBS degree in medicine from University Malaya in 2007 and subsequently Master in Medicine (Nuclear Medicine) from University Sains Malaysia in 2015. She then obtained her Fellow of the Asian Nuclear Medicine Board in Japan, 2017. Prior to this, she has been practising as Nuclear Medicine Physician in Penang General Hospital with experience in oncologic& non oncologic diagnostic nuclear imaging as well as various nuclear therapy. She is also a part time clinical supervisor for the Masters of Medicine for Nuclear Medicine at the Advanced Medicine and Dental Institute, USM.

Dr Azura Deniel

Dr Azura is a consultant clinical oncologist at KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.

She obtained her medical degree from the University of Wales, College of Medicine, Cardiff, United Kingdom in 1997. She then completed her postgraduate training with Master of Clinical Oncology degree from University of Malaya in 2006.

Dr Azura is trained in prescribing chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiotherapy. She has wide experience in the treatment of breast, lung, colorectal, gynaecological and head & neck cancers.
Throughout her career, Dr Azura is actively involved in training, research and clinical trials. She was also involved the development of various cancer clinical practice guidelines, such as the Management of Cancer Pain 2010, the Management of Cervical Cancer 2015 and the Management of Colorectal Carcinoma 2017. She was the lead editor of the Ministry of Health Systemic Therapy Protocol 3rd Edition 2016.

Currently Dr Azura is a member of the Malaysian Oncology Society, as well as being a member of the Academy of Medicine, Malaysia and the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
 

Dr B V Murali Krishna

Lam Wah Ee Hospital

Clinical Oncologist, presently working as Oncologist at Hospital Lam Wah Ee, Participated in Clinical Studies as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator. Published the scientific data in the journals. Reviewer for journals.

Dr Chan Ming Jun

Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun Ipoh

Dr Chan Ming Jun obtained his MBBS degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal India in 2011 and Master of Clinical Oncology in University Malaya in 2021. Currently he is serving as a clinical oncologist in Oncology and Radiotherapy Unit in Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun Ipoh. His area of interest are gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies and also interested in teaching and clinical research as well.

Dr Cheah Soon Keat

Sunway Medical Centre Penang

Dr Cheah graduated from University Malaysia Sarawak and awarded MMA Gold Medal for Best Final Year MD and subsequently completed Masters in Clinical Oncology in University Malaya. He served as a clinical oncologist in Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Hospital Pulau Pinang before further training/fellowship in Houston USA.Currently, he is a consultant clinical oncologist in Sunway Medical Centre Penang with special interest in thoracic/GI/GU malignancies

Dr Chew Ghee Kheng

Penang Adventist Hospital

Dr Chew is a Gynaecological Oncologist currently working in Penang Adventist Hospital. She graduated from the University of Adelaide and went on to post graduate training in Aberdeen, Scotland, where she went on to attain her FRCOG from the RCOG and higher degree of Doctor of Medicine from the University of Aberdeen. Her thesis was on the Molecular and Epidemiological Study of Adenocarcinoma of Cervix. She then completed sub-specialty training in Gynaecology Oncology . She has worked in Scotland, England and Singapore before returning to her hometown of Penang. She has a keen interest in the prevention and management of gynaecological cancers.

Ms Chittawan Poonsiri

Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program (HITAP)

Ms Chittawan Poonsiri is a pharmacist by training. Following her graduation, she worked as a hospital pharmacist, focusing on oncology patient care. She currently holds the position of Senior Associate at the Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program (HITAP). Her research areas encompass economic evaluations, Distributional Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (DCEA), and other policy-relevant topics to support policy decision making. Her current research interests include health equity, cancer, and economic modeling.

Dr Chong Kwang Jeat

Mahkota Medical Centre

Dr Chong is an oncologist with more than 27 years of experience. He is currently the consultant clinical oncologist and head of cancer services at Mahkota Medical Centre, Melaka.

He graduated from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and later trained in clinical oncology in Leeds, England. He came back to Malaysia in 1997 and practiced at the Institute of Radiotherapy & Oncology, Hospital Kuala Lumpur before transitioning into private sector. 

Professionally he is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, European Society of Medical Oncology , European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology as well as the Malaysian Oncological Society.

Dr Chong is a much sought after speaker for cancer topics in forums and media interviews . He advocates public educations to promote cancer awareness in our society. 

Dr Chong believes oncology is both a science and an art. The ever-evolving knowledge about cancer relies heavily on scientific research and clinical trials . On the other hand, the practice and delivery of patient care is an art as it involves understanding the needs and preferences as well as the emotional, and socio-economic aspects of a patient. 

 

Dr Choong Swee Hsia

Penang General Hospital

Dr. Choong Swee Hsia graduated with Her MBBS from University of Malay in 2008 and further advanced her expertise with a postgraduate qualification in Master of Clinical Oncology(UM) in 2018. Since 2020, she has been serving as a Clinical Oncologist at HPP, where she has been instrumental in providing personalized cancer treatment and managing different cancer cases. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Choong has been a member of the Drug Control Authority (DCA) since 2023.

Dr Chow Poh Lee

Penang General Hospital

Graduate from Universiti Putra Malaysia in 2008. Served in Hospital Seberang Jaya from 2008-2010. Served in various department in Hospital Kepala Batas from 2011-2016. Worked in Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology, Hospital Pulau Pinang from 2017-July 2023. Completed training in FRCR (clinical oncology) in May 2024.

Dr Daniel Chan

ICON Sg

Dr Daniel Chan graduated with the rare distinction of honours from National University of Singapore (NUS) School of Medicine in 2000. He was trained in internal medicine and obtained the MRCP (UK) in 2004. He started medical oncology specialist training in 2005 with National University Cancer Institute of Singapore (NCIS) and became a fully qualified medical oncology specialist in 2008.

He then went on to spend a year in the United States of America from 2010 -2011 at the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre where he further honed his medical oncology clinical expertise under a National University Hospital Singapore Endowment Fund Award and also pursued research in the laboratory of world renown haematologist-oncologist Professor Phillip Koeffler under a Medical Research Council (NMRC) Overseas Fellowship.

Upon his return, he was a consultant in medical oncology at the National University Cancer Institute Singapore and director of undergraduate education (medical oncology) at NUS till 2013. He was also actively involved in cancer research at the Cancer Science Institute Singapore. He is well versed in general medical oncology (breast, lung and colon cancer) and also has subspecialty training in lung cancer, lymphoma, neuro-oncology, and sarcoma. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) and also the Connective Tissue Oncology Society (CTOS) of USA.

Dr Daniel Gan Eng Hwee

Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM

Dr Daniel Gan is a Clinical Oncologist at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, UKM. He graduated with MBBS from University of Malaya in 2013. He obtained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP UK) in 2017. He subsequently received the Master of Clinical Oncology from University of Malaya in 2022, followed by the attainment of the Specialty Certificate in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians UK in 2023. He is regularly involved in multidisciplinary meetings involving lung, colorectal and genitourinary cancers. He is a member of the Malaysian Oncological Society (MOS) and the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Dr David Lee Dai Wee

University of Malaya

Dr David Lee is a clinical oncologist at the University of Malaya Medical Centre. Dr Lee trained in clinical oncology at UMMC and obtained Master of Clinical Oncology and FRCR (UK). He also completed a fellowship in experimental therapeutics at the National Cancer Center Singapore in 2023. He is the principal investigator in multiple phase 1 to phase 3 clinical trials, focusing on lung cancer and head and neck cancer. Dr Lee is the inaugural participant in the ASCO Leadership Development Program Asia Pacific in 2021. He is the ASCO International Development and Education Award recipient in 2024 and the IASLC Academy Award in 2024.
 

Dr Doris Chow

Pantai Hospital Penang

Dr. Chow is a clinical oncologist in Pantai Hospital Penang. She was trained at the Christie NHS Trust in Manchester. She attained her FRCR clinical oncology in 2012 and was the recipient of the Rohan Williams medal. She was part of the pioneering team which established the CyberKnife Centre at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital. Dr. Chow has a special interest in breast cancer, neuro-oncology, and stereotactic radiosurgery.

Dr Eng Jie Yi

Sarawak General Hospital

Dr Eng Jie Yi is a Clinical Oncologist at Sarawak General Hospital. She obtained her medical degree from National University Malaysia in 2011 and Master of Clinical Oncology, University Malaya in 2021. She is actively involved in international clinical trials as investigator focusing on upper gastrointestinal tract, pancreatobiliary malignancy and skin malignancy. She has special interest in hereditary cancer syndrome and advocating for the preservation of patient’s quality of life in cancer care.

Dr Eunice Ong Song-En

Sarawak General Hospital

Dr Eunice Ong is a clinical oncologist currently practicing at Sarawak General Hospital. She earned her medical degree (MBBS) from International Medical University in 2013 and completed her oncology training (FRCR) in 2023. Dr Ong is actively involved in both sponsor-led and institution-led research.

Dr Eznal Izwadi Bin Mohd Mahidini

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr Eznal Izwadi Mohd Mahidin, graduated with MD from UPM, in 2007. Serving first 3 years of my career in Kelantan, mainly in Hopital Raja Perempuan Zainab II, before moving to Kuala Lumpur and joining Radiotherapy and Oncology Dept HKL in 2010. Obtained my Masters in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2016 and am currently a clinical oncologist at the Radiotherapy and Oncology Department in Hospital Kuala Lumpur. My areas of interest are in breast, head and neck radiation, gynaecological and lung malignancies. I am involved in several clinical trials of various tumor site and also part of the group developing the Malaysian CPG for the Management of Breast Cancer, 3rd Edition. Appointed as one of the trainer in the Master in Clinical Oncology program, University Malaya.

Dr Fabian Lee Wei Luen

Penang Adventist Hospital

DR FABIAN LEE
CURRENT WORKPLACE: PENANG ADVENTIST HOSPITAL

Serving as a Consultant Clinical Oncologist since 2009. Has special interest in radiotherapy for Breast, Gynaecological, Genitourinary and Lower Gastro-intestinal malignancy since 2015. Also delivers systemic therapy for solid tumours including hormonal therapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
 

Dr Flora Chong Li Tze

Hospital Wanita Dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah

Dr Flora Chong Li Tze is a Clinical Oncologist and Head of the Radiotherapy and Oncology Department at Hospital Wanita dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah (also known as Likas Hospital) in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. She is also the Head of the Clinical Research Centre at her hospital as well as Head of Oncology Specialty in Sabah. Her areas of interest include paediatric radiotherapy and urological cancers.

Dr Fong Chin Heng

Penang General Hospital

Dr Fong Chin Heng obtained his medical degree from USM and master degree in clinical oncology from UM, with training at HKL and HUKM. He went on for his two-year radiation oncology fellowship attachment at Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Canada, in central nervous system and genitourinary cancers, focusing on Gammaknife stereotactic radiosurgery, MRI-guided HDR prostate brachytherapy, as well as the palliative radiotherapy and oligometastasis program (PROP). He was awarded the Best Fellow Award in 2020.

Dr Fong is currently serving at Penang General Hospital, having previously served at HSIJB. He is a trainer for the master and parallel pathway, and the “train the trainer” programme. He is the principle investigator for several lung, prostate, upper gastrointestinal and breast cancer trials.

Prof Dato Dr Fuad Ismail

Prof. Dato’ Dr. Fuad Ismail graduated from UKM in 1990. He trained in clinical training in Hospital Kuala Lumpur and in the Beatson Oncology Centre, Glasgow, Scotland obtaining the Fellowship (FRCR) from the Royal College of Radiologists and the Fellow of Faculty of Radiologist and Radiotherapists from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 1996. He has been a lecturer in UKM since 1996 and Head of Department since 1999.  He helped establish the local Master of Clinical Oncology program in Universiti Malaya. He has interest in Evidence Based Medicine and worked with MOH in practice guidelines. He has served as Chairman of the Research & Ethics committee in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
 

Prof Dr Ghassan Abou Alfa

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Professor Ghassan Abou-Alfa is an Attending Physician at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). Professor Abou-Alfa specializes in in the treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies and in particular, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Professor Abou-Alfa serves as the chair of the Scientific Committee and sits on the executive committee of the Asia Pacific Primary Liver Cancer Expert Association

Assoc Prof Dr Gokula Kumar Appalanaido

Universiti Sains Malaysia

Associate Professor (Dr) Gokula currently practice as Radiation Oncologist at Universiti Sains Malaysia which is also his alma mater and also at Penang Adventist Hospital. Dr Gokula awarded fellowship of The Fellow of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College Of Radiologists (FRANZCR) in 2013 after completing the 5-year consultant training at National University Hospital and Tan Tock Seng Hospital in Singapore and William Buckland Radiotherapy Centre, Alfred Health, Melbourne.
His primary interest is brachytherapy for liver and tongue. Prof Gokula has published in international citation indexed journals and vastly contributed to the field of Radiation Oncology/Brachytherapy. The HyBIRT radiotherapy technique for tongue cancer is a novel treatment method developed by USM team lead by Prof Gokula which was presented as a proffered paper at ESTRO 2023.
 

Ms Gunasundari AP Sathivaloo

Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre

Ms Gunasundari AP Sathivaloo has 22 years of experience as an Oncology Nurse, including 5yrs as an Oncology Sister at Loh Guan Lye Specialist Center. She has obtained a Bachelor of Degree in Nursing 2010 and  has experience in managing chemotherapy and radiotherapy care, combined with leadership skills and competent with deliver exceptional services to those battling cancer. Ms Gunasundari AP Sathivaloo was involved in establishing the stem cell transplant unit and assembling a knowledgeable team to support patients through every stage of their treatment.

Dr Hafizah Zaharah Ahmad

⁠Sunway Velocity Medical Centre, KL

Dr. Hafizah Zaharah Binti Ahmad is a distinguished medical professional who graduated with her MD from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia in 2001. She further specialized in Clinical Oncology, earning her Master's degree from Universiti Malaya in 2011. She has served in various government oncology centre including Institut Kanser Negara as the Deputy Head of Department and was appointed as Deputy Head of service-Oncology, Ministry of Health in 2017. She has great interest in Central Nervous System Tumour and underwent short training in Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy(SBRT) in Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre in Toronto, Canada. She
is currently practicing in Sunway Velocity Medical Centre. As a respected member of the Malaysian Oncology Society, she is dedicated to the advancement of cancer treatment and patient care in Malaysia.

Dr Hayani Abdul Wahid

Mahkota Medical Centre

Dr. Hayani graduated from University of Western Australia in 2000 and completed her Masters in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2010.
She had extensive oncology training and experiences for past 22 years and had won few best service awards during her oncology services in Hospital Kuala Lumpur. She had worked in various oncology disciplines and initiated first Lung Tumour Board Meeting in Institute of Respiratory Medicine, Kuala Lumpur in 2010. Currently she is a resident consultant in Mahkota Medical Centre with special interest in Breast and Gynaecological malignancies. She is currently active in cancer clinical trials involving novel treatment and biosimilar drugs. She is also a reviewer of Medical Journal of Malaysia she has given many public talks on breast cancer both locally and internationally.
Dr. Hayani holds membership of European Society of Medical Oncology, Malaysian Oncological Society and Academy of Medicine Malaysia.

Professor Dr Ho Gwo Fuang

Dr Ho Gwo Fuang is a Professor and clinical oncologist. He was trained at Barts and The London National Health Service (NHS) Trust and The Royal Marsden NHS Trust in London. He attained his Certificate for Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) in 2007 and joined the Faculty of Medicine at University Malaya. His research interests involve breast, gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers. He is involved in many national and international collaborative research work, as well as the training of new oncologists in Malaysia.

Dr Ho Kean Fatt

Sunway Medical Centre Penang

Dr Ho graduated from Queen’s University of Belfast, UK in 1999. He trained in Clinical Oncology at Birmingham and subsequently took on a 2 year Research Fellowship in Head and Neck Advance Radiotherapy at the Christies, Manchester. Dr Ho obtained his post-graduate Medical Doctorate (MD) from the University of Manchester in 2009 upon successful submission of his head and neck cancer research thesis. After working for over 10 years in UK, he returned to Malaysia to serve at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital, Penang  between 2010 to 2022. Currently, he is appointed as a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Sunway Medical Centre Penang.

Dr Ibtisam Muhamad Nor

Prince Court Medical Centre

Dr Ibtisam binti Muhamad Nor obtained her undergraduate degree from Royal College of Surgeon in Ireland (RCSI), Dublin, Ireland in 2001 and completed her postgraduate Master in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2012. She is now Deputy Head of radiotherapy and oncology department General Hospital Kuala Lumpur. Her special interest is in dental, upper GI, breast, gynaecological and colorectal cancer and one of the specialist leading the total body irradiation and total skin electron treatment. She is also a supervisor and examiner for Master in Oncology programme in UMMC and actively involved in ISR trials.
 

Dr Ivy Ho Chiak Vun

Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre

Dr Ivy Ho Chiak Vun is an Anatomic Pathologist with sub-specialty training in Hematopathology. She is currently working in Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre as Head of Pathology Services and Consultant Anatomic Pathologist. Dr Ivy was previously Head of Pathology Department of Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah which is the busiest pathology department in the country. Dr Ivy received her sub-specialty training in University of Calgary, Canada after completing her Masters in Pathology at University Putra Malaysia.

Dr Izzati binti Wan Maharuddin

Sarawak General Hospital

Dr Izzati binti Wan Maharuddin is a clinical oncologist currently working at the Department of Radiotherapy, Oncology, and Palliative Care of Sarawak General Hospital. She obtained her Masters of Clinical Oncology at the University of Malaya in 2022. Dr Izzati is involved in multiple clinical researches. Her special interest is in the treatment of gynaecological malignancies, head and neck cancers, and cancers of the hepatobiliary system.

Dr Jaishree Sharmini Jivanadham

Hospital Pulau Pinang

Dr Jaishree Sharmini Jivanadham current position Head of Palliative Care Unit in Penang General Hospital since 2015. Previous training completed masters in internal medicine in University Malaya in 2010. Completed training in palliative subspeciality in 2015. Previous work in Hospital seberang Jaya , Hospital Bukit Mertajam , Universiti Malaya Medical center. Had 1 year work experience in Palliative Department in Concord Hospital Sydney.
She has been part of the committee in the drafting of the national palliative care stratergic plan, committee member in the national palliative subspeciality training , a committee member of the NSR of the palliative care subspeciality . Faculty member of the American society of clinical oncology for palliative care training. Chairman of Persatuan Kerjasama Paliatif Pulau Pinang which brings together different organisation and individuals to advocate palliative care in the state of Penang. Special interest in advocacy and community care.

Dr James Khaw Chern Wern

Hospital Pulau Pinang

Dr. Khaw completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from National University of Ireland in 2007, and obtained MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in 2011.

Dr. Khaw started his career at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar as a Medical Officer from 2009-2013 before completing his Master of Surgery from Universiti Malaya in 2015. After that he served in Sarawak General Hospital as a General Surgeon for one year before being appointed as Deputy Head of Surgical department in district Bintulu Hospital, Sarawak for one year.

Subsequently, Dr. Khaw pursued his Colorectal Fellowship in Selayang Hospital, Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital Alor Setar and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney from 2018 until 2022. Upon returning to Malaysia he served in Penang General Hospital as head of Colorectal Surgery from March 2022 till present.

Dr. Khaw has a wide clinical interest in minimally as well as maximally invasive surgeries. In 2022, he had managed to set up the first advanced GI services in Ministry of Health, Penang General Hospital that includes the treatment of peritoneal surface malignancies as well as performing pelvic exenterations for locally advanced and recurrent pelvic cancers.

Dr. Khaw is actively involved in publications and has published on topics on Proctology including on constipation and fibre and fistula in ano as well as on pelvic exenteration including ‘Long term results of mesh pelvic floor reconstruction to address the empty pelvis syndrome. Colorectal Disease 2022’. He has also been nominated as Top 10 Best Poster on ‘Cost Effective Analysis of Treatment Algorithm For Chronic Anal Fissure in Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital; A restrospective Analysis’ during Coloproctology Malaysia 2021.
 

Mr Jasjit Singh Nijhar

Gleneagles Hospital Penang

Mr. Jasjit Singh Nijhar is a Consultant Hepato-Pancretico-Biliary and General surgeon at Gleneagles Hospital Penang. He graduated as a General Surgeon in 2012 and joined the subspecialty programme in 2015. He has served in various hospitals during his training from Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah, Hospital Pulau Pinang as well as in Hospital Selayang. Prior to him joining Gleneagles Hospital Penang, he was the Director of Daycare services in Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah as well as visiting HPB consultant to Hospital Queen Elizabeth in Kota Kinabalu. His areas of interest are in endoscopy and HPB surgeries including minimal access. He is a firm proponent for MDT concepts in the betterment of healthcare delivery as well as an advocate for better palliative care for incurable HPB patients.

Dr Jeffrey Clarke

Duke Cancer Institute

Dr Jeffrey Clarke is  a medical thoracic oncologist currently practicing at Duke Cancer Institute in North Carolina, USA. His research is focused on novel therapeutic development for thoracic malignancies.Dr Jeffrey Clarke is currently serve as Associate Director of the Thoracic Oncology Clinical Research Program.

Dr Jennifer Leong Siew Mooi

Sunway Medical Center

Dr Jennifer Leong Siew Mooi is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Sunway Medical Centre.

She graduated with Masters in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2015 and went to practice at the National Cancer Institute prior to joining Sunway Medical Centre in 2020.

Dr Jennifer offers advice on systemic therapy for various cancer sites and her key area of interest lies in the management of hepatobiliary, lung and gynaecological cancers. Her expertise is sought after in various advisory boards, both locally and regionally. She is also well-skilled in advanced radiotherapy planning.

Beyond clinical work, Dr Jennifer is a huge advocate on patient advocacy and raising cancer awareness among the public. She currently holds the position of an executive committee member in the City Cancer Challenge in Greater Petaling, which aims to improve accessibility of cancer treatment to the community and strengthening the local health care system.

Dr Jennifer is a member of the Malaysian Oncological Society (MOS), ESMO, ESTRO, IASLC and ASCO.

Mr Jimmy Hendrick Anak Kijon

Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (PERKESO)

MR JIMMY HENDRICK ANAK KIJON was appointed as the PERKESO Georgetown Office Manager on 6th August 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (Hon) (Finance) as well as a Diploma In Accountancy (DIA) from Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM).

He began his career in October 2002 as a Sarawak Regional Audit Officer. He was promoted to become the PERKESO Sibu Branch Head of Benefits in 2010 and later, the PERKESO Tawau Branch Manager in 2012 until 2014. Later, he was transferred to PERKESO Sibu to became Head of Benefits from 2014 until Januari 2018. He was promoted to become the PERKESO Bintulu Branch Manager in February 2018 until 3 March 2024. On 3rd March 2024, he was promoted to become the PERKESO Georgetown Deputy Branch Manager and later, on 6th August 2024 to become the PERKESO Georgetown Branch Manager.
 

Dr John Chia Whay Kuang

Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital

Dr John Chia is a Medical Oncologist specializing in Gynecological cancers. He lectures widely and is interested in further oncology care through clinical research.

Prof Dr Junya Fukuoka

Nagasaki University School of Biomedical Sciences

Junya Fukuoka
Chair, Professor
Department of Pathology Informatics, Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Prof. Jun Fukuoka, MD. PhD. is a Japanese pathologist whose expertise lies in the field of pulmonary disease and digital pathology. He has graduated from Shiga University of Medical Science in 1995 and studied lung pathology and molecular research at Mayo Clinic, AFIP, and NIH. He was promoted to full professor in 2009 in Toyama University and relocated as a department chair and professor at Nagasaki University in 2012. From 2017, he started cross-appointment with one of the largest hospitals, Kameda Medical Center, in Japan. He currently serves on the board of directors of DPA, was formerly president of the Japanese Society of Digital Pathology (JSDP) and is the president of the Asian Society of Digital Pathology (ASDP).
 

Dr Kevin Hew Poh Wai

Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre

Dr Kevin Hew Poh Wai graduated from UKM and received my medical degree in 1992.
He started my training in Clinical Oncology in 1995 in Hospital Kuala Lumpur in the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology. In 1997, he went to Leeds in the United Kingdom to further his studies in Clinical Oncology.
He obtained his FRCR in Clinical Oncology in the year 2000.
After coming back in the year 2000 Dr Kevin worked as an Oncologist in the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology in Hospital Kuala Lumpur, then in the Sarawak General Hospital and finally Mount Miriam Hospital in Penang.
In 2005 Dr Kevin joined Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre in Penang. There he helped to set up the Oncology Department. He has been practicing in Loh Guan Lye Specialist Centre since 2005 until the present.

Dr Khairiyah Sidek

Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM

Dr Khairiyah is a clinical oncologist from Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz since January 2021. Previously she was a lecturer from UiTM Sungai Buloh. She obtain both of her MBBS in 2007 and Master of Clinical Oncology in 2017 from University of Malaya . Her area of interest are head and neck malignancy, upper gastrointestinal malignancy, hepatocellular carcinoma and colorectal cancer. She is also part of the trainer in master program of Clinical Oncology in University of Malaya. Apart of that, she is also principle investigator of several clinical trial of head and neck cancer, colorectal cancer and lung cancer. She is also passionate in empowering patient through education and had several talk to create awareness of cancer.

Dr Kiley Loh

Penang Adventist Hospital

Dr Kiley Loh is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancers at the Penang Adventist Hospital.

Dr Loh graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2005, before undergoing medical oncology training with the Victorian Medical Oncology Training Program at several Melbourne-based hospitals, including the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. He joined National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) in 2014 after the completion of his training and went on to subspecialize in the field of breast cancers with special interests in cancer supportive and survivorship care, and cancer education. Dr Loh has participated and led multiple clinical trials and research grants in breast cancer and cancer supportive care.  

In 2021, Dr Loh joined Curie Oncology Singapore and leads its services in Northern Malaysia at the Penang Adventist Hospital. He continues to subspecialize in breast cancers and remains a visiting consultant with NCCS to continue his work in cancer supportive and survivorship care.

 

Dr Lee Cheen Leng

Penang General Hospital

Dr. Lee Cheen Leng is a distinguished Clinical Oncologist currently practicing at Hospital Pulau Pinang. Having attained the Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists in 2021. Dr. Lee has completed three-year fellowship in Royal Wolverhampton and University College London Hospital , United Kingdom further honing expertise in the field. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Lee serves as a Principal Investigator for several industry-sponsored clinical trials.

Mr Lee Chia Hui

Hospital Pantai Penang

Mr Lee Chia Hui is currently working as a senior radiation therapist at Hospital Pantai Penang, Malaysia. Graduated from College of Radiography and Radiotherapy, Ministry of Health Malaysia. He had working experience more than 15 years. Extensive knowledge of radiotherapy technique and experience in advance technology. Mr Lee Chia Hui supervise the process of radiotherapy procedure in department and involved in develop treatment protocols and policy to ensure safe treatment delivery. He provided clinical experience using linac and ct scan to radiation therapist student from local college and university.

Dr Lee Fong Wan

Penang General Hospital

Dr Lee Fong Wan is consultant Pathologist who had about 6 years of working experience. She attained her degree for Master in Pathology in years 2018, from University Malaya. She then served in Department of Pathology Sarawak General Hospital for 3 years and subsequently another 3 years in Penang General Hospital. She had underwent one year training of area of special interest in Lung and Thoracic Pathology in Sarawak General Hospital, Nagasaki University and National cancer Center Hospital, Japan for a year. She always works hard to improve service in the diagnostic of cancer. She also involved in research activities related to cancer study, mainly in lung and rare cancer.

Dr Lem Li Khen

Island Hospital

Dr Lem is the respiratory and internal medicine physician practicing in Island Hospital, who has special interest in lung cancer diagnosis and management.

Dr Leong Kin Wah

Gleneagles Hospital Penang

Dr Leong Kin Wah graduated from University of Malaya, is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh) and Diplomate of the Royal College of Pathologists (UK). He joined Gleneagles Hospital Penang in 1998. He has local and international publications, and is active in clinical research.

Emeritus Prof Dr Liam Chong Kin

University of Malaya

Professor Dr. Liam Chong Kin, is a Professor of Medicine and Senior Consultant Respiratory Medicine Physician working in the University Malaya Medical Centre/Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya (UM), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and in the UM Specialist Centre. His areas of clinical interest include the up-to-date treatment of lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchial asthma.

His research interests include molecular genotyping, novel molecular targeted therapies and immunotherapy for lung cancer, novel therapies for COPD and b2-adrenoceptor genetic polymorphisms in bronchial asthma. He has been an invited speaker for a wide range of topics in Respiratory Medicine, especially in lung cancer, COPD, asthma and pneumonia at international and regional conferences such as the World Conference on Lung Cancer and the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology annual congresses; as well as national scientific conferences and symposia. He has published 196 scientific papers in peer-reviewed medical journals and is the author or co-author of 306 papers presented at national, regional and international scientific meetings.
 

Dr Lim Liang Yik

Penang General Hospital

Dr. Lim Liang Yik, a Specialist in Palliative Medicine at Hospital Pulau Pinang has built a rich background in palliative care through extensive training and diverse postings. From his subspecialty training in Malaysia to his advanced training at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, Dr. Lim’s commitment extends beyond clinical practice, as seen in his roles as a facilitator, lecturer, and committee member in palliative care initiatives. With a passion for education, he aspires to enhance palliative care accessibility and quality while contributing significantly to the field’s advancement.

Mr Lim Shyang Yee

Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre

Dr Lim Shyang Yee served as a General Surgeon at the Penang General Hospital from 2007-2011. He went on to pursue his Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgery training and completed his Fellowship in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery at Queen Mary Hospital, The University of Hong Kong under the Malaysian Ministry of Health Subspecialty Training program in 2014. He was admitted in 2018 for Fellowship Ad Eundem of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.

Upon completion of his training, Dr Lim returned to serve at Penang General Hospital as a Consultant General & Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon in 2014. He was the Head of Endoscopy Unit, Surgical Nutrition Support Team and pioneered the Surgical Oncology Multidisciplinary team (MDT). He has served as the Head of Department for General Surgery at Penang General Hospital (2016-2018), committee member of Malaysian Ministry of Health Taskforce on Bariatric Surgery and National Head of the Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Service and Training for the Malaysian Ministry of Health (2017-2018).

He is currently a member of Malaysian Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Training Committee, committee member of Malaysian Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Society (MUGIS), Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition Society of Malaysia (PENSMA) and an instructor for Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). Dr. Lim is trained in minimal invasive surgery and therapeutic endoscopy in general surgery, anti-reflux procedures, malignant and benign esophagus & stomach surgeries and bariatric metabolic surgery for obesity.

Dr. Lim currently served as a Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon at Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre, Penang.

Dr Lim Yueh Ni

Sarawak General Hospital

Graduated from AIMST University in year 2009 and obtained Master in Clinical Oncology in 2018 (University Malaya). She was gazetted in National Cancer Institute (IKN) in Malaysia in 2019, and subsequently served as a Clinical Oncologist in Sarawak General Hospital till present. She is actively involving in various research activities mainly in lung, breast and hepatocellular Cancer. She is also involving in international collaboration projects with American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), Asian Thoracic Oncology Research Group (ATORG), Board member for Asian Clinical Trials Network for Cancer Project (ATLAS). She is the Sarawak GH site leader for ASCO International Cancer Corps collaboration in the Project ECHO Neuro-Onco MDT, and completed the ASCO-Leadership Development Program for Asia Pacific 2023-2024.

Dr Loh Kok Beng

Penang General Hospital

Dr. Loh Kok Beng, a consultant interventional radiologist at Penang General Hospital, with over 11 years of experience in his field. Earned his MBBS and Master of Radiology from the University of Malaya. He has diligently pursued advanced training in Interventional Radiology and Interventional Oncology. His journey includes a fellowship in interventional oncology at Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Germany, sponsored by the Ministry of Health. Dr. Loh's clinical focus centers on vascular interventions and interventional oncology.

Dr Loo Chia Ming

Pure Lotus Hospie of Compassion

Dr Loo Chia Ming
MB BCh BAO (NUI), MSc in Public Health (NUI), Fellowship in Palliative Care (India)

Dr Loo is the Doctor-in-charge of Penang Pure Lotus Hospice of Compassion, an NGO that provides free inpatient care to terminally ill cancer patients. She is dedicated to offer not only medical care, but also emotional and spiritual support to patients and families in their final journey. She will share insights into the invaluable role of hospice care in journey of cancer patients and the profound impact of compassionate end-of-life care. In a world where the battle against cancer can be overwhelming and lonely, Pure Lotus provides a sanctuary of care and compassion, ensuring that no one walks this final journey alone.

Dato’ Dr M. Amir Shah

Island Hospital Penang

Dato' Dr. M. Amir Shah is the Medical Director and Senior Consultant in Clinical Oncology at ICON Oncology Malaysia, with more than 20 years of experience. 
A former student at the Penang Free School, he  obtained a scholarship to pursue medicine at the University of Leicester, UK based on his academic excellence.
 To pursue his interest in oncology, he trained as a Specialist Registrar at The Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK, one of the largest cancer centres in Europe.

Subsequently, he obtained Clinical Oncology Fellowships from the Royal College of Radiologists, London as well as the  Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland and is the first and only oncologist in Penang to obtain both Fellowships from these two prestigious colleges.

Upon his return to Penang, he worked as a Consultant Oncologist at various cancer centres in Penang before joining the renowned ICON Global Group with over 50 cancer centres worldwide. 

Dato Dr Amir Shah was conferred the DSPN title by His Excellency TYT of Penang this year for his outstanding contribution to the society and state of Penang. 

Dr Marfu'ah Nik Eezamuddeen

Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM

Dr Marfu’ah graduated from University of Leicester, United Kingdom in 2007 and underwent her core medical specialist training in Warwickshire until 2011. Upon returning, she ventured into oncology and obtained her Masters in Clinical Oncology, University Malaya in 2015. She was the Head of Oncology Unit, University Teknologi MARA until 2020. She currently practices in Hospital Canselor Tunku Mukhriz, PPUKM. She has a particular interest in thoracic, gynaecological and breast malignancies. She is an enthusiastic lecturer and had been involved in research in many areas.

Prof Dr Maria A. Hawkins

University College London

A clinician scientist in precision radiotherapy committed to improving outcome through research investigating effects in normal tissue and novel agents-- novel radiation combinations. She competed medical school in Romania, then trained as a clinical oncologist in London, UK . She undertook fellowships in Princess Margaret Toronto, Canada and MD Anderson, Houston, Texas. She was an MRC Group leader, in Oxford Institute for Radiation Oncology, University of Oxford- 2012-2019 and she Professor of Radiotherapy at University College London Sept 2019. She is now the clinical director of CRUK City of London RADNET Radiation Research Unit, and director of translational research at UCL/UCLH and proton centre.

She has developed and currently testing in clinical trials, novel radiotherapy including protons in cancers of unmet need (oesophagus pancreas ,hepatobilliary) and findings of radiobiology research are being investigated in 2 national studies. She is the chief investigators of CRUK funded trials including radiation novel agents combination in phase I , and the preoperative proton vs photon radiation surgery and immune treatment study=PROTEIUS and radiotherapy lead for proton therapy as bridge to transplant in cholangiocarcinoma, proton therapy as bridge to CAR-T cell therapy in relapsed glioblastoma trials.
 

Assoc Prof Dr Marniza Bt Saad

University of Malaya

Assoc Prof Dr Marniza Saad is a Clinical Oncologist at the Department of Clinical Oncology, University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), and an Associate Professor at Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya (UM), Kuala Lumpur. After obtaining her Medical Degree from University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff in 1997, she underwent specialist training in Clinical Oncology at Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff in the UK and attained FRCR qualification in 2006. Deeply passionate about education and training of future oncologists, she has been a trainer and programme coordinator for the Master of Clinical Oncology programme at the Universiti Malaya since 2006. She led the development of the National Postgraduate Medical Curriculum (NPMC) for Clinical Oncology which was launched in August 2021. Her areas of special interest include genitourinary, sarcoma, breast and gastrointestinal cancers. She is the principal investigator of numerous multi-centre clinical trials in genitourinary cancers.

Dr Mastura Md Yusof

Pantai Hospital KL

Dr. Mastura Md Yusof is the Head of Oncology Services at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur (PHKL) and a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at SJMC. She leads the PHKL research unit, conducting numerous innovative clinical trials in various tumour sites and has authored many peer-reviewed publications. She is an honorary lecturer at University Malaya, the secretary of MOS and Vice President for the College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine, Malaysia. She sits in the Scientific Committee and a Faculty member for breast cancer for the upcoming ESMO Asia 2023 while continuing to actively speak or participate in both local and international cancer congresses, guideline expert panel meetings and advisory boards for cancer.

Dr Matin Mellor Abdullah

Subang Jaya Medical Centre

Dr Matin Mellor Abdullah is a Consultant in Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy in the Cancer and Radiosurgery Centre in Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC) in Subang Jaya since the year 2000.

Prior to joining SJMC, he had worked in Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, Institiut Radiotherapy, Oncology and Nuclear Medicine, Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, England.
In SJMC, he is

1. Chairman of the Tumor Board conducting multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss cancer management.
2. A member of the Independent Review Board (IRB) who reviews clinical trials conducted in this centre.
3. The current license holder for the centre’s radiation facilities which include a linear accelerator (LINAC), Tomotherapy and High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR).

He is a member of the “Clinical Oncology Specialty Committee” of the Masters in Clinical Oncology Training Program in Universiti Malaya and he is an honorary consultant to the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre.

Immediate Past President of The Malaysian Oncological Society, a society that promotes evidence based practice in the holistic management of cancer through the organization of local and international scientific meetings. This society also empowers the public by conducting public forums through print and electronic media that aims to educate them and arm them with knowledge to make informed decisions.

He has membership in a number of professional bodies.

1. Life member of the Malaysian Oncological Society
2. Member of the Malaysian Medical Association
3. Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology

He has a number of publications in local, regional and international journals.
He has been invited and had presented papers in local, regional and international meetings.
 

Ms Meelashini Letchumanan

Penang Adventist Hospital

Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine Department Manager with background of medical physicist of more than 15 years, responsible for developing and managing a comprehensive Quality Management program that monitors, evaluates, and optimizes radiation oncology and nuclear medicine procedures with high quality standard. Responsible for the development of clinical radiation safety program in radiation oncology and nuclear medicine that provides radiation protection for patients, staff, and the general public, and also participating in the development and/or evaluation of policies and procedures for the hospital. Involved in multiple projects and new services for the development of radiation oncology and nuclear medicine at Penang Adventist Hosp.

Assoc Prof Dr Melvin Chua

National Cancer Centre Singapore

Dr Chua is a Clinician-Scientist at the NCCS and Duke-NUS Medical School, and Principal Investigator of the Precision Radiotherapeutics and Oncology Programme, Division of Medical Sciences, supported by the NMRC Clinician-Scientist Award. He is also the Head of Department and Senior Consultant for Head and Neck and Thoracic Cancers, Division of Radiation Oncology, and Director of the Data and Computational Science Hub at the NCCS. He has obtained more than 70 million dollars in research funding, and his research focuses on the development of Phase II-III clinical trials in nasopharyngeal (NPC) and prostate cancers. He also runs a laboratory that is involved in data science and omics analytics that help with therapeutic and biomarker discovery for these cancer types. He is jointly appointed as an Associate Professor (On Tenure) with the Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore; and is a Visiting Professor of Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, China.

His key accomplishments include: (1) Developing the ASCO-CSCO International guidelines on the treatment of locoregionally-advanced NPC; (2) Expert panel Chair for the AJCC 9th version for staging of NPC; (3) Co-Lead investigator of the randomised controlled trial of induction gemcitabine-cisplatin in high-risk locoregionally-advanced NPC; (4) Co-Lead investigator of the randomised controlled trial of consolidation radiotherapy in patients with metastatic NPC who manifest a good response to palliative chemotherapy. Currently, Dr Chua co-leads the Singapore NPC Large Collaborative Grant, where he leads a platform trial – RIBBON: tReatment Individualisation By eBv stratificatiOn in Locally Advanced Nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A multi-arm platform study – for locoregionally advanced NPC and recurrent-metastatic NPC.

Dr Chua is also the Chair of the ASCO Asia Pacific Regional Council, and Program Committee Chair of the ASCO Breakthrough Meeting 2024. Dr Chua received numerous honours such as SingHealth Excellence Distinguished Researcher Award (2021), Conquer Cancer Foundation ASCO Merit Award (2013, 2015, 2016), NMRC Clinician-Scientist Award (Investigator, 2017, 2021), Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (2013), and Fellow of the Academy of Medicine Singapore (FAMS, 2021).

Prof Dr Michael Chao

Olivia Newton John Cancer Centre

Michael is a Professor at the Olivia Newton John Cancer Center in Melbourne having completed his training at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. He has a special interest in prostate, breast and lung cancers. He has been involved in many investigator initiated and multi centre collaborative studies. His particular area of expertise is in organ spacing and the development of innovative radiation therapy utilising the MR Linac. He supervises a number of PhD and Mphil students and is always on the look out for more candidates to join the teal in Melbourne. Please ask if interested.

Dato' Dr Mohamed Ali Bin Abdul Khader

Mahkota Medical Center, Melaka, Malaysia

Nuclear Medicine & PET CT Specialist – MBBS (Mal), DMRD (London), National Specialist Register (Nuclear Medicine)

Dato’ Dr. Ali holds several fellowships from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) including the field of Nuclear Medicine (Adult) from London, Nuclear Medicine (Paediatrics) from Sydney, Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine from Italy, and PET-CT from Melbourne.

Dato’ Dr. Ali retired from government service on 31st January 2015 having served as Head of Nuclear Medicine services, Ministry of Health, Malaysia and Head of Nuclear Medicine at Penang Hospital. He is instrumental in setting up the Nuclear Medicine Division in Penang Hospital in 1994 and also the PET – CT services, the first in this country in Penang Hospital in Sept 2005.

Currently Dato’ Dr. Mohamed Ali is the Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT Consultant in Mahkota Medical Centre, Melaka (since 2014). He also provides his expert consultancy to the Nuclear Medicine and PET CT Medical Center of The President of Republic of Kazakhstan since 2015 and Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital, Penang (since 2011 until 2023)

Dato' Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Bin A Wahid

Beacon Hospital

Dato’ Dr Mohamed Ibrahim A. Wahid is the Medical Director and a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Beacon Hospital, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Beacon Hospital. Dr Mohamed Ibrahim received his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh) degree from the University of Wales, College of Medicine and his postgraduate specialist degree from the Royal College of Radiologists in London, United Kingdom (UK). After being trained in the UK, he returned to Malaysia and set up the Cancer Unit at the University of Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) where he was appointed as the Head of Clinical Oncology before joining Pantai Hospital and later joined Beacon Hospital in 2008.

In 2010, Dr Mohamed Ibrahim was appointed as the President of the Malaysian Oncological Society (MOS) and became President of the Asia Pacific Federation of Cancer Congress (APFOCC) in 2011. He was also the President of the South East Asia Radiology Oncology Group (SEAROG) from 2011 to 2013 and a Regent for South East Asia’s International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC). Dr Mohamed Ibrahim was also the former Vice President (Oncology) for the College of Radiology, Malaysia from 2014 to 2018. Dr Mohamed Ibrahim has contributed to over 50 journals and publications, and is a speaker at local and international oncology conferences, public and media forums as well as health programmes locally and internationally.

Mr Mohd Khairul Bin Mohd Zambri

Columbia Asia Hospital-Bukit Rimau

Mr Mohd Khairul is a radiation therapist with more than 15 years of experience in radiotherapy service. In 2005, he earned his Diploma in Radiotherapy from the College of Radiography and Radiotherapy in Kuala Lumpur. In 2016, he graduated from the University of South Australia with a bachelor’s degree in medical Radiation Sciences, major in Radiotherapy. A member of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy, since 2013. Simulator, 3D and 4D CT simulation, computer planning (Pinnacle and Monaco), oncology information system (Mosaiq and Aria), radiotherapy delivery in 3D conformal, DIBH, vision RT, Active Breathing Coordinator, brachytherapy, gamma knife, IORT, VMAT or IMRT, SRT/SRS and SBRT are all areas in which he has experience. Additionally, he has a pertinent clinical placement at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide Radiotherapy Centre (ARC) Flinders Medical Centre, ARC Tennyson Centre, and Royal Hobart Hospital. Currently working as a Radiotherapy Manager in Columbia Asia Hospital-Bukit Rimau.

Prof Dr Mohd Razif Mohamad Yunus

Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM

Currently work at Hospital Cancelor Tuanku Muhriz , UKM as Professor and Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon. Former President for Asian Society of Head and Neck Oncology , Former President for Malaysia Society of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeon. Currently is one of the board member for Asia Ocenia ORL HNS Society. Has published more than 150 indexed journal.

Dr Muhammad Azrif Bin Ahmad Annuar

Prince Court Medical Centre

Dr Muhammad Azrif is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Prince Court Medical Centre and Gleneagles Hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He completed his specialist oncology training at the Christie Hospital and a one year Radiation Oncology Fellowship in Canada before returning to Malaysia in 2007. He served at the National University of Malaysia Medical Centre (UKMMC) as a Consultant Clinical Oncologist for 5 years before joining private practice. He has served on various national oncology committees, published in peer-reviewed journals, participated in clinical trials, cancer advisory boards and expert panels. He was the Honorary President of the Malaysian Oncological Society from 2018 to 2021.

Dr Nahjatul Kursyiah Abd Ghafar

Dr Nahjatul Kursyiah Abd Ghafar is a Clinical Oncologist at Hospital Wanita dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah. She graduated from Cardiff University in 2006 and completed her Masters of Clinical Oncology training at University Malaya in 2015. Her tumour site of interest includes head and neck, breast and lung cancers.
 

Dr Najihah Abu Bakar

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr Najihah Abu Bakar is a Clinical Oncologist currently in Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL). She obtained her medical degree in University College Cork, Ireland, and went on to pursue Master in Clinical Oncology from Universiti Malaya. Upon completing her gazettement, she has been tasked to set up Oncology Unit in HRPB, Ipoh. There, she navigated both clinical and administrative duties as Head of Oncology in Perak. With the HRPB Oncology Unit in operations and all necessary foundations for future growth successfully laid, she now returns to her base in HKL to continue her professional journey. Her special interests are in breast and head and neck cancer.
 

Dr Nellie Cheah Lay Chin

Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre

Dr Nellie Cheah received her primary and secondary education in Malaysia. She obtained ASEAN scholarship to study A Levels in Singapore and obtained Australian government scholarship to study medicine in the University of Melbourne, Australia.

She obtained her MRCP and FRCR training and qualification in the United Kingdom (UK). She was admitted to the General Medical Council (UK) Specialist Register in Oncology.

She has experience in chemotherapy, targetted therapy and radiotherapy treatments (3D, IMRT and intraoperative radiotherapy).

She worked as a locum consultant in Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, UK before coming back to Malaysia, serving at Hospital Pulau Pinang. She is currently working as Consultant Oncologist and Radiotherapist in Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre, Penang.
 

Dr Ngu Ming Ruey

Sarawak General Hospital

Dr.Ngu Ming Ruey is a clinical oncologist from Sarawak General Hospital. She specializes in the comprehensive management of cancer patients, employing advanced therapies and treatments to optimize patient outcomes. Dr Ngu is an active clinical researcher and currently involved in multiple oncology clinical trials.

Dr Noor Zafifah Zakaria

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr. Noor Zafifah binti Zakaria is a clinical oncologist practicing at Kuala Lumpur General Hospital. She obtained her medical degree (MBBS) and completed her master in clinical oncology at the University of Malaya. Her practice encompasses comprehensive treatment of various common malignancies, with a particular passion for breast, gynecological, and head and neck cancers. She actively engages in collaborative clinical settings and contributes significantly to multidisciplinary team discussions. Her expertise extends to the field of image-guided brachytherapy, a specialized technique used for the treatment of cervical cancer. Her dedication to patient care extends beyond tertiary centers in the Klang Valley, encircling peripheral hospitals as well. Her commitment to advance in oncological research clearly seen in her active participation in clinical trials both as primary and sub investigators involving diverse tumour types. She also holds memberships in prestigious organizations, including the Malaysian Oncology Society (MOS) and the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
 

Dr Norhashimah Bt Khadir

Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani

Dr Norhashimah Khadir graduated from University Science of Malaysia in 2002, she worked as house officer in Malacca General Hospital dan as medical officer in Hospital Sungai Petani , Kedah. In 2007, she joined her master of medicine in surgery in Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah , Penang General Hospital and Hospital University Science Malaysia and graduated in 2011. She worked as general surgeon in Hospital Tunku Fauziah and Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim Sungai for 6 years. She pursued her subspecialty training in breast and endocrine in 2017. She went for her endocrine training with Prof Rohaizak in HUKM and Dr Angkoon Anuwong in Police General Hospital in Bangkok. For her breast training, she was trained by Prof Aisyah and Prof See mee Hong in UMMC and Dr Tan Yah Yuen in Mount Elizabeth Hospital ,Singapore. She is interested with oncoplastic surgery and intraoperative nerve monitoring for thyroid surgery. She is currently working with Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani.

Dr Nur Fa'izah Binti Ab Muin

Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM

Dr Nur Fa'izah Binti Ab Muin graduated from The University of Melbourne, Australia and completed an internship and residency in Melbourne, Australia. She completed her specialist training in Master of Clinical Oncology at the University of Malaya in 2021. She joined the National University of Malaysia as a trainee lecturer in 2017 and was subsequently appointed as the lecturer and clinical oncologist in 2021. Dr Nur Fa'izah Binti Ab Muin is a sub-investigator for several ongoing clinical trials. Her main areas of interest include Breast, Genitourinary, Colorectal, Upper-Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary, Gyanecology.
 

Dr Nur Fadhlina Binti Abdul Satar

University of Malaya

Dr Nur Fadhlina is an active member of Department of Clinical Oncology University Malaya, being awarded the Excellence Service Award in 2023 by University of Malaya. She is also the Principal Investigator for industry led international clinical trials in Head and Neck and Breast cancers, winning CIC Award for Highest Research Grant procured in 2021. She has actively collaborated with local researchers and industry, publishing results in international journals such as Clinical Oncology, Frontiers in Nutrition and Diagnostics. Her research work has been presented internationally as posters in ASCO, ESMO Asia, ESTRO and ASCOMOS. She won the Japan Society Medical Oncology Rising Star in Asia Workshop Award, and presented work on nasopharyngeal cancer in Fukuoka, Japan in 2023.

Dr Nuradh Joseph

Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka

Consultant Clinical Oncologist attached to the Ministry of Health in Sri Lanka with a strong focus on clinical research. Published over 30 articles in indexed journals and contributed six book chapters. Editor-in-Chief of RCR Open (published by the Royal College of Radiologists). Research interests include early phase clinical trials exploring novel fractionation strategies.

Dr Oo Loo Chan

Charis Hospice

Dr Oo Loo Chan
Founder and Medical Director of Charis Hospice, an NGO offering free palliative home-care services in Penang. After 2 decades of involvement in palliative care, she is convinced that better delivery of palliative care can only happen through close networking of all stakeholders involved, from decision-makers at the top to clinicians, patients and communities at the ground level.

Palliative care delivery is evolving amidst the changing scenario of an aging population, increased incidence of NCD including dementia, diminishing informal carers, challenging socio-economic circumstances and giant leaps in medical advances, sometimes blurring the line when curing stops and when dying begins. Thus, she is constantly challenged to position her team to be effective and sustainable.
 

Dr Ooi Kai Yun

Icon Oncology

Dr Ooi Kai Yun is a clinical oncologist in Icon Oncology at Island Hospital. Prior to this, she worked in Kuala Lumpur Hospital and Sultan Ismail Hospital. She obtained her undergraduate certification from University of Malaya and Fellow in clinical oncology from Royal College of Radiology. Her interest in oncology commenced during training which propelled her to undertake clinical fellowship programs at The Christie Hospital and The Royal Marsden Hospital. Her interest include breast, lung,genitourinary malignancy, adaptive radiotherapy and stereotactic radiotherapy.

Dr Patricia Shamani Soosainathan

National Cancer Institute ( NCI),Putrajaya

Dr.Patricia Shamani Soosainathan is currently attached to National Cancer Institute,NCI as a Clinical Oncologist. She attained her Masters in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2020. She is actively involved in multiple current clinical trials and is also part of the team working on the second Edition of Cancer Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG). In addition, she is a trainer for the postgraduate programme.

Dr Prashant Narhari

Penang Adventist Hospital

Dr Prashant Narhari is an Orthopaedic Oncology surgeon practicing in Penang Adventist Hospital. With vast experience in bone and soft tissue sarcoma as well as treating many other bone and soft tissue tumours, he treats many patients not just in Penang but the northern Peninsula Malaysia. Dr Prashant is a strong believer in Multidisciplinary Team approach in treating orthopaedic oncology cases. Besides endoprosthesis and biological reconstruction in tumour surgery, with the advent of technology, he provides ground breaking treatment for sarcoma such as navigated assisted tumour surgery, customised 3D printed implant for tumour surgery, brachytherapy for soft tissue sarcoma and joint preserving surgery for certain bone tumours.

Dr Prathepamalar A/P Yehgambaram

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr. Prathepamalar, a Clinical Oncologist since 2016 at HKL, holds a Master’s in Clinical Oncology from UM. She specializes in gastrointestinal (GI), lung, and gynecological cancers. She actively participates in multidisciplinary meetings on colorectal cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), and gynecological cancers at HKL and Hospital Selayang, and contributes to clinical research in these fields.

Ms Punitha Arumohan

Gleneagles Hospital Penang

Ms. Punitha Arumohan has 24 years of nursing experience and is presently working as Nurse Manager at Gleneagles Hospital Penang. She obtained her diploma from Kubang Kerian Nursing College (KKNC), Kelantan in 1999. Then she pursued her Post Basic Oncology Nursing at Sungai Buloh Nursing College in 2005. She completed her Bachelor of Nursing at University of Northumbia in 2012. She is currently in charge of the Hematology and Oncology Treatment Unit at daycare, ward and clinic. She adapts in working as a collaborative team member to ensure that patients receive the highest level of care possible.

Sister Qym Ho Hong Khim

Penang Adventist Hospital

Sister Qym Ho is a nursing professional with over three decades of experience in oncology. She began her career in 1988 after studying nursing in Singapore, where she was a pioneering nurse in the bone marrow transplant unit at NUH Singapore. She holds a nursing degree from the University of Western Sydney and a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management from Monash. Upon returning to Penang, Qym identified a critical need for cancer care and established the Haemato-Oncology Centre at Gleneagles Penang. Her dedication to advancing oncology care led to the creation of the Adventist Oncology Centre at Penang Adventist Hospital. Qym’s leadership and expertise continue to shape the future of cancer care in the centre.
 

Dr Rachel Ann Cooper

Leeds Cancer Centre

Dr Rachel is a consultant clinical oncologist in Leeds Cancer Centre (LCC) specialising in the management of gynaecological, lower GI cancers and Cancer of Unknown Primary. Rachel obtained her medical degree from Birmingham University and then completed her clinical oncology training at The Christie Hospital, Manchester and Cookridge Hospital Leeds. She obtained an MD during her training at The Christie, investigating measurement of tumour hypoxia in cervical cancer.

Before taking up her current post she worked in Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey as a Visiting Associate Professor for 4 years.Rachel has previously held several positions including in LCC training programme director and lead clinician and nationally Medical Director, Education and Training for the UK at the Royal College of Radiologists, examiner and chair the First FRCR exam board as well as sitting on several committees in the RCR. She is married to Mehmet, a Professor in Radiation Oncology and clinical oncologist at LCC and has one son, Emre.


 

Associate Professor Dr Ravindran Kanesvaran

National Cancer Centre Singapore

Assoc Prof Dr. Ravindran Kanesvaran is the Deputy Chair and Senior Consultant in the Division of Medical Oncology of the National Cancer Centre Singapore. He is also an Associate Professor at Duke-NUS Medical School. He is actively involved in graduate medical education. His research interests include genitourinary oncology and geriatric oncology. He has published in well-known peer-reviewed journals including Journal of Clinical Oncology and Lancet Oncology. He is the author of several textbook chapters in Geriatric Oncology and published over 180 peer-reviewed papers. He is currently the Past President of the Singapore Society of Oncology (SSO) and the Singapore Geriatric Oncology Society. He is the Past President of the International Society of Geriatric Oncology (SIOG). He is also the Vice Chairman of the Singapore Cancer Society (SCS) and Past Council Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
 

Dr Rizma Mohd Zaid

National Cancer Institute

Dr Rizma Mohd Zaid is a clinical oncologist from Institut Kanser Negara.

Dr Robin Hill

University of Sydney

Dr Robin Hill is a clinical and research medical physicist from Sydney, Australia and and an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in the School of Physics, The University of Sydney. Robin is passionate about training and education in medical physics as evident in the supervision of Masters and PhD students as well involvement in the clinical medical physics training programs. He is also involved in a number of IAEA sponsored regional radiation oncology projects in South East Asia. More recently, he was the principal investigator for the first approved clinical trial of cardiac SABR for ventricular tachycardia in Australia. When he is not working, Robin enjoys bike riding, travelling with his family and finding good coffee shops.

Dr Ros Suzanna Ahmad Bustamam

She is a clinical oncologist by training. She heads the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology at Hospital Kuala Lumpur since 2017. Concurrently she is appointed by the Director General of Health Malaysia as the Head of Oncology Specialty, Ministry of Health of Malaysia (MOH). Her main responsibility is to lead the direction of radiotherapy and oncology services under MOH which include distribution and infrastructure planning, human resource, capacity building and training.

Since 2016, she has been instrumental in the National Strategic Plan for Cancer Control Program. This program addresses cancer prevention and control from a holistic viewpoint that spans across primary prevention, screening, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and palliative care. In addition, she possesses special interest in epigenetic studies for breast and gastric cancers and co-authored multiple journal publications that cover various aspects of cancer, including epidemiological and psychosocial. Beyond working hours, she enjoys reaching out to the public, especially in breast cancer awareness campaigns.

Prof Dr Rosmawati Binti Mohamed

University of Malaya

Professor Dr Rosmawati Mohamed is a Consultant Hepatologist and has worked tirelessly as a hepatitis and liver cancer advocate. She was the Founding Co-chairperson of the WHO Strategic and Technical Advisory Committee for Viral Hepatitis, the Co-chairperson of the Coalition to Eradicate Viral Hepatitis in the Asia Pacific and a current member of the WHO Strategic and Technical Advisory Group on HIV, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STAG-HHS).

She is the Master, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia (AMM), a professional organisation representing various medical specialties in Malaysia, embracing 13 Colleges and 27 Chapters. Prof Rosmawati serves in various committee of the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) governing specialists recognition and continuous professional development.

Assoc Prof Dr Rozita Abdul Malik

University of Malaya

Dr Rozita graduated from University of Malaya in year 2000. She completed her training in Clinical Oncology and obtained Master in Clinical Oncology degree in 2009. She was the head of Department of Clinical Oncology, University Malaya Medical Centre from 2015 to 2019. She has special interest in gynaecological cancers, breast cancers and sarcomas and involved in many clinical trials in gynaecological and breast cancers. Her research interest is in brachytherapy in cervical cancer and intraoperative radiotherapy in breast cancer. She is also involved in the training of clinical oncologist in University of Malaya.

Dr Rufus Jesudass

Kuala Lumpur General Hospital

Clinical Oncologist in Kuala Lumpur General Hospital, Malaysia.
I completed my Master’s in Clinical Oncology at the University of Malaya in May 2023. Passionate interest on CNS, Lung, GU, Neuroendocrine tumours and Stereotactic Radiatherapy.

Dr Samuel Ow

National University Cancer Institute, Singapore

Dr Samuel Ow is Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist and Clinical Director at the Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), and is an Assistant Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. His clinical and research interests are in Breast Cancer and Clinical Cancer Genetics.

Dr Sangeeta Vahnalingam

National Cancer Institute

Dr Sangeeta Vahnalingam is a Clinical Oncologist at the Department of Radiotherapy & Oncology at Institut Kanser Negara in Putrajaya. She obtained her medical degree from Crimea State Medical University, Ukraine and Masters in Clinical Oncology from University Malaya in 2020. Her area of interest is breast cancers, gynaecological cancers and brachytherapy.

Matron Sazrah Bt Shuib

Penang General Hospital

Matron Sazrah Binti Shuib has experience working at Penang Hospital for 20 years, and skilled in the field of Radiotherapy and Oncology. She is also a lifelong member of the Malaysian Nurses Association (MNA) and the Malayan Nurses Union (MNU). Current position of Ms Sazrah is the Penyelia Jururawat of the Pediatric Oncology Department Pulau Pinang Hospital.

Dr Shazril Imran

Pantai Hospital Penang

Dr. Shazril Imran is a Clinical Oncologist with a sub-specialty in Radiation Oncology. He practices at Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani in Kedah, Malaysia, and Pantai Hospital Penang in Penang, Malaysia. His qualifications include MBChB (Leicester, UK), FRCR (London), SCE Medical Oncology (London), and he has served as a Clinical Fellow in Oncology in Manchester. Dr. Shazril Imran is fluent in English, Malay, and Hindi.

Assoc Prof Dr Sith Sathornsumetee

Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University

Sith Sathornsumetee, MD, is an internationally recognized neuro-oncologist and he serves as Vice-chair of the Education and Outreach Committee of the Asian Society for Neuro-Oncology (ASNO). He also serves as Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in Bangkok.

Dr. Sathornsumetee received his medical degree with First Class Honours and the Gold Medal from Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He completed research training in Neuro-immunology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and Neurology residency and Neuro-oncology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, USA. His clinical expertise includes treatment of patients with brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer. His research has focused on preclinical and clinical development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies including drug delivery systems and precision medicine for brain tumors. He has published more than 90 full-length manuscripts, invited reviews, and international book chapters.

Dr Soo Hoo Hwoei Fen

Penang General Hospital

Dr. Soo Hoo is a clinical oncologist in Hospital Pulau Pinang since 2017. Before this, she has worked in Hospital Kuala Lumpur from 2015-2017. Apart from clinical work, she is actively involved with postgraduate training and clinical trials. She has spoken in multiple oncology workshops. She completed clinical oncology training in The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester in the year 2014 with support from Federal Government in-service scholarship. Dr Soo Hoo also received four years of medical training prior Oncology when she was involved in stem cell transplant for refractory severe auto-immune disorders. Her doctorate degree research was focused around utilising recombinant EGFR-histone-botulinum gene in cancer treatment and she has successfully defended her thesis in 2001.
 

Dr Soon Sing Yang

KPJ Kuching

Dr. Soon, a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at the Sarawak Heart Center in Malaysia, stands as a national leader in thoracic surgery training with a fervent dedication to advancing minimally invasive therapies. With extensive experience in adult cardiothoracic surgery, he spearheads the establishment of a minimally invasive cardiac surgical program focusing on thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) and transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Dr. Soon is deeply committed to enhancing healthcare services through leadership, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration, continually striving to elevate the quality of care and patient experience in his center

Dr Sou Jing Kim

Penang General Hospital

Mr Sou is a consultant general and upper GI working in Penang GH. He head the upper GI unit of the dept of general surgery. He is also a trainer for the upper GI surgery subspeciality training programme for the Ministry of Health Malaysia. Mr Sou completed his fellowship in robotic and minimally invasive esophagectomy from Mainz, Germany in 2022. He has keen interest in upper GI cancer management both esophageal and gastric plus bariatric and functional upper GI work.

Dr Suhana Yusak

National Cancer Institute Malaysia

As clinical oncologist, Dr Suhana has several years of experience in treating various cancer patients especially breast, gynecological, nasopharyngeal and lung cancer. She has extensive experience on advanced radiotherapy technique such as Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) for head and neck cancers. Graduated with MBBS (2002) and completed her Masters in Clinical Oncology (2012) both from University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. She registered with the National Specialist Registry Malaysia as Clinical Oncologist since 2015 and at the same time serving as an honorary lecturer and examiner for Masters in Clinical Oncology programme at University of Malaya since 2017.

She has practice her clinical works at Kuala Lumpur Hospital and National Cancer Institute where she initiated the Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) for spine and lung. She collaborated with the urologist to start the prostate brachytherapy services in National Cancer Institute in year 2015. Apart from this she also actively involved in multidisciplinary meeting for oromaxillofacial tumors and panel for nasopharyngeal cancer and other head and neck cancer for the National Chemotherapy Revision, committee member for National Curriculum for Clinical Oncology for University of Malaya, main committee member for development of Post Basic National Curriculum for Radiation Therapist, national project coordinator for International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regional project; Enhancing Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for Frequent Cancers. She is also actively involved in multiple clinical research and audit activities for oncology services.

Dr Tan Ai Lian

Penang General Hospital

Dr Tan Ai Lian graduated from Chinese Medical University, Taiwan. She was trained in Internal Medicine in National Taiwan University Hospital before returning to Malaysia to serve the public sector.

Dr Tan received her clinical oncology training in Penang General Hospital before being admitted as Fellow by Royal College of Radiologists in Clinical Oncologist (London) in 2015. After that Dr. Tan continue her career in doing attachment in National Cancer Centre Singapore. Currently she is Clinical Oncologist in Penang General Hospital and is also the visiting oncologist in Bagan Specialist Centre.

Her special interest is in lung cancer and head and neck cancers and sacroma. She is currently also actively involvement in several clinical trial in Penang General Hospital . Dr Tan also involved in teaching, she is a trainer in Malaysia Master Clinical Oncology Programme and Parallel Pathway Oncologist Training Programme.

Dr Tan Boon Seang

Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology, Penang General Hospital

Dr Tan is currently the consultant and Head of Department Radiotherapy And Oncology , Hospital Pulau Pinang .

Dr Tan Hsio Ching

Hospital Pulau Pinang

Dr Tan Hsio Ching graduated from University Science Malaysia in 2010. Working in Hospital Pulau Pinang since 2010. Currently, train as an oncology trainee under Oncology Hospital Pulau Pinang

Dr Teoh Mei Shi

Loh Guan Lye Specialist Centre

Dr.Teoh Mei Shi is a Consultant Breast & Endocrine Surgeon with expertise in managing breast and endocrine diseases. She earned her MBBS in India, her Masters in Surgery from USM, and advanced fellowships in Oncoplastic & Reconstructive Breast Surgery in Germany. Dr Teoh specialises in breast-conserving surgeries, oncoplastic techniques, Intraoperative Radiotherapy and comprehensive patient care. Known for her dedication to breast cancer awareness and education, she actively supports and educates patients through community programs and professional forums. Her commitment to advancing breast health and patient advocacy makes her a valued leader in the field of breast surgery.


 

Dr Thiraviyam Elumalai

Cambridge University Hospitals

Dr. Thiraviyam Elumalai is a distinguished Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, where he also serves as the lead in uro-oncology. His specialized expertise in oncology, particularly in the treatment of urological cancers, has made him a key figure in the field.

Dr. Elumalai completed his advanced radiotherapy fellowship at The Christie Hospital in Manchester, one of the UK’s most renowned cancer treatment centers. He has contributed significantly to the advancement of oncology through his research, having published numerous peer-reviewed articles in reputable medical journals. His research focuses on cutting-edge cancer treatments and innovative therapeutic approaches.

In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Elumalai is the principal investigator in several national and international clinical trials, working on pioneering treatments and therapies in oncology. His leadership in these trials highlights his commitment to improving patient care and advancing the science of cancer treatment.








 

Dr Tom Roques

Royal College of Radiologists, UK

Tom became Vice President, Clinical Oncology (CO) at the Royal College of Radiologists in September 2022. With the support of two other officers, he provides professional leadership to clinical oncologists and trainees at the 60 UK cancer centres, championing the role of the oncology workforce at a national level and helping to influence UK cancer policy.

Tom trained as a clinical oncologist in London and Vancouver before becoming a consultant in Norwich in 2004. He specializes in head and neck, thyroid and hepatobiliary cancers as well as lymphoma radiotherapy.

Dr Vaishnavi Jeyasingam

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr Vaishnavi Jeyasingam graduated with MBBS from University of Malaya, in 2005 and was awarded the Dean’s List. She obtained her Masters in Clinical Oncology from the same institution and is currently a clinical oncologist at the Radiotherapy and Oncology Department in Hospital Kuala Lumpur with sessionals at Parkcity Medical Center. Dr Vaishnavi underwent a clinical attachment with the Head and Neck Radiation unit at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, Australia. She is a supervisor and external examiner of the Masters in Clinical Oncology programme, University Malaya. Her areas of interest are in breast, head and neck and hematological malignancies.
 

Dr Voon Pei Jye

Hospital Umum Sarawak

Dr Voon Pei Jye is the Head and Consultant Medical Oncologist, Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology, Hospital Umum Sarawak. He is also an Adjunct Professor, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). He obtained his MRCP (UK) and Master of Medicine (Internal Medicine) from National University of Singapore in 2007. Subsequently, he received his advanced specialist training in Medical Oncology from National University Hospital Singapore. He has completed his Phase 1 Drug Development clinical research fellowship at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University of Toronto, Canada.

He is an active investigator for numerous cancer trials encompassing early phase through to late phase studies. He has keen interest in oncology development therapeutic and thoracic oncology. Dr Voon has published in various peer reviewed journals. He is a recipient for Hold’em for Life Oncology Fellowship Award, University of Toronto. He has also won the Scholar Training Award from AACR-NCI-EORTC International Conference on Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics 2021.
 

Assoc Prof Dr Wan Zamaniah Wan Ishak

University of Malaya

Associate Prof. Dr. Wan Zamaniah Wan Ishak is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at the University Malaya Medical Centre and University Malaya Specialist Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She is a supervisor and coordinator for Master of Clinical Oncology program at the Faculty of Medicine, UM. She is also actively doing research in clinical oncology field. She is one of the ATLAS board member, a council member of Malaysian Oncological Society, Asia Pacific Regional Council member for American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), a member of Academy of Medicine Malaysia, European Society for Medical Oncology and member of European Society of Radiation Oncology. Her areas of special interest include gastrointestinal cancers, head and neck cancers, gynecological cancers and thyroid cancer. She is principal investigator for several international clinical trials mainly in gastrointestinal cancers and head and neck cancers. She published some of her works in the areas involved. She speaks in her areas of interest in both local and international scientific conferences.

Dr Winnie Ong Peitee

Hospital Kuala Lumpur

Dr. Winnie is a Consultant Clinical Geneticist and Paediatrician at Hospital Kuala Lumpur, the national referral centre for genetic and inherited metabolic disorders in Malaysia. She obtained her MBBS from the University of Melbourne Australia, and Paediatric specialty from the RCPCH, UK. Her Clinical Genetics Fellowship was in Ministry of Health, Malaysia and Manchester Centre For Genomic Medicine, UK.

Dr. Winnie has a special interest in dysmorphology and syndromic eye genetics. She is the clinical lead for Cancer Genetics in HKL and a member of the Lynch syndrome Working Group. She participated in writing the Malaysian CPGs on Breast Cancer and Management of Thalassaemia. She is also part of the WHO Collective Global Network for Rare Diseases Panel of Experts, and actively advocates for individuals with rare disorders.

Dr Wong Yoke Fui

National Cancer Institute

Dr Wong Yoke Fui is a Clinical Oncologist practiced at Institute Kanser Negara (IKN). She is the Head of Clinical Research Center for IKN since 2016. She has involved in Clinical Trials and trainer for Master of Clinical Oncology.
 

Dr Yap Beng Khiong

Subang Jaya Medical centre

Dr Yap Beng Khiong MBChB, MRCP, FRCR, FRCP, CCST (Clinical Oncology
UK)

Dr. Yap is a consultant Clinical Oncologist at a Subang Jaya Medical Centre. He is a council member of the Lung Cancer Network Malaysia. He did his under-graduate and post graduate medical studies in the United Kingdom. He then undertook clinical fellowship in Radiation Oncology at the University of Toronto, Canada. He was n appointed as a consultant Clinical Oncologist at the Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, England for over 10 years before returning to Malaysia. He was a member of the UK National Cancer Research Institute clinical subgroup designing and conducting clinical trials. He was the chief and principal investigator for a number of clinical trials. He won the first prize in his presentation on Intensity ModulatedRadiotherapy for Thyroid Cancers in the 2nd World Thyroid Cancer Congress, Toronto Canada in 2013.
One of his area of interests is promoting public awareness on the
importance of early cancer diagnosis and treatments.

Dr Yeoh Kheng Wei

SingHealth group, VC Malaysia

Dr Yeoh trained in London and Oxford, UK and has a background in molecular biology, internal medicine, systemic and radiation therapy and public health. He is currently based in Asia. Whilst working as a clinical oncologist, he is actively involved in public health work focusing on the inter- and multi-disciplinary approaches towards the prevention, management and control of cancer.

Dr Yoon Chee Kin

Hospital Pulau Pinang

Dr. Yoon Chee Kin is currently the acute internal medicine consultant (AIM) and head of Clinical Research Centre in Hospital Pulau Pinang. He graduated from Penang Medical College in 2001, obtained membership (Royal Colleges of Physicians) in 2005 and subspeciality training in AIM in 2011. He is currently senior lecturer in RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus (RUMC) and visiting consultant in Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre. His core interest is translating research evidence into tangible improvements in community health especially in non-communicable diseases, maternal health and diabetes.

Ms Yoon Sook Yee

GENETIX Cancer Research Malaysia

Ms Yoon Sook-Yee, is a certified Genetic Counsellor and is accredited by the Human Genetics Society Australasia (FHGSA). She is currently the Head of Genetic Counselling at GENETIX Cancer Research Malaysia, Her research focus is on hereditary cancers, with an interest in the psychosocial aspects of genetic testing and counselling in multi-cultural Malaysia. She is a committee member of the International Meeting on Psychosocial Aspects of Hereditary Cancer (IMPAHC) Scientific Committee and the HUGO Educational Committee.

Ms Yoon believes in the development of the genetic counselling profession and teaches in the Masters of Genetic Counselling programme in the National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia) as a vising lecturer. She is also currently the President of the Genetic Counselling Society Malaysia and through the society, aims to increase the awareness of genetic tests and genetic counselling in Malaysia.
 

Dr Zulaikha Jamalludin

University of Malaya

Dr. Zulaikha currently serves as Senior Lecturer and Medical Physicist at the Clinical Oncology Department, UMMC. She started her career as a Medical Physicist in 2004. She received her PhD in Clinical Oncology Physics in 2021 from the Faculty of Medicine, University Malaya. In her dual role, she oversees radiotherapy treatment planning, dose measurement, and quality assurance while contributing to clinical improvements, research, and academic teaching. Her expertise spans brachytherapy, SBRT, in vivo dosimetry, and the radiobiology of hypo-fractionated treatments. Dr. Zulaikha is also an active researcher, authoring and co-authoring numerous publications in her field.