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Resolve parallel pathway programme issue at Cabinet meeting tomorrow, govt told

The Malaysian Medical Association says the matter should not be prolonged any further.

Trainees pan credit transfer for recognition of parallel pathway specialists

They say the route will be superfluous as all cardiothoracic surgeons from the programme have at least six years of supervised practice at government-run cardiac centres.

KPJ Healthcare posts 39% jump in 1Q profit, eyes larger health tourism market share

Hospital operator KPJ Healthcare Bhd’s (KL:KPJ) net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 (1QFY2024) rose 38.9% year-on-year (y-o-y), mainly attributed to higher patient numbers and the disposal of its aged care busin…

Cardiothoracic specialist issue nothing to do with UiTM kerfuffle

The health minister, the director-general and MMC have sufficient powers among themselves to collectively ensure the FRCS Ed programme is recognised.

No Problem With Old Parallel Pathway Programmes, But New Ones Need Accreditation: Paediatric Surgeon

Paediatric surgeon Dr Dayang Anita says there's no problem with "old" parallel pathway programs accepted by MMC, but new ones set up post-2017 after the 2012 Medical Act amendment took effect, as it's these ones that need MMC acc…

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April the 2 is World Autism Day

Education Minister Fadhlina launches children’s book on autism, aims to raise awareness

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek today launched the book Yasmin dan Adam, which focuses on introducing the unique traits and special characteristics of...

Cabinet to discuss parallel pathway issue at next meeting, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: The Cabinet will discuss the cardiothoracic surgery postgraduate programme at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) at next meeting, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Parallel pathway - Kabinet bincang rabu depan

Anwar berkata demikian ketika ditanya sama ada kabinet telah membuat keputusan untuk menyelesaikan isu berkenaan.

Tabung Haji secures permit for 20 ambulances

Malaysia to set up nationwide telehealth services in rural areas

Hyperthyroidism second most common endocrine disease in Malaysia, warns doctor

KUALA LUMPUR - Hyperthyroidism, a thyroid disease, is the second most common endocrine disease after diabetes in Malaysia, Consultant Breast and Endocrine Surgeon at Sunway Medical...

MC Hammer: Hospital Tangkak’s Missing Medical Certificates Strike A Sour Note https://www.therakyatpost.com/news/malaysia/2024/05/24/mc-hammer-hospital-tangkaks-missing-medical-certificates-strike-a-sour-note/ via @therakyatpost

Tangkak Hospital in Johor announced the disappearance of medical certificates (MCs) on their official Facebook page, prompting a police investigation.

Here are our upcoming Webinars for May and early June 2024 #cme #doctors https://youtu.be/qGgTjrfRCe0?si=iZacY3omJEtivTo- via @YouTube

Dear Dobbs member, Herewith the upcoming Live Webinars which might interest you: 1) Wednesday 29th May 2024 Aggravated Damages Speaker: Ms Vivegarubani We believe this will be of interest to many in view of recent high awards for…

Malaysia Takes Wait-And-See Approach To Global Pandemic Treaty

Proposed IHR amendments and a pandemic treaty are expected to be presented at the upcoming World Health Assembly. But MOH says the international instruments will only be raised for Cabinet approval later if YDPA powers and nation…

Dzulkefly: Malaysia only joining international platforms for public health if sovereignty, Agong's powers retained

PUTRAJAYA, May 24 — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad has stressed that Malaysia’s involvement in two international negotiation platforms aims to safeguard the...

Union: More Health Inspectors, Tech Needed For Upcoming Anti-Tobacco Regulations

Ahead of anti-tobacco regulations expected in June, the Health Inspectors Union Peninsular Malaysia (KIKSM) calls for more PKP/ PPKP positions and tech, as health inspectors still manually write compound notices. KIKSM also wants…

Parallel Pathway Debate Event To Proceed Despite MMC’s Legal Letter To CodeBlue

The Great Parallel Pathway Debate event, co-organised by CodeBlue and MMI, will proceed despite MMC's legal letter to CodeBlue. The debate features a new speaker line-up: senior lawyer New Sin Yew from AmerBON, Advocates & Galen…

Measat, Mudah healthtech to provide digital healthcare services to up to 1m underserved Malaysians | New Straits Times

KUALA LUMPUR: Measat Global Bhd has teamed up with healthcare technology company Mudah Healthtech Sdn Bhd to offer the Sihat Xpress telehealth service to up to one million Malaysians in remote communities.

It’s all over for some contract docs

Private Hospitals Open To Referrals From Troubled Serdang Heart Centre

APHM says Klang Valley private hospitals have the capacity to receive cardiac surgery referrals from Serdang Heart Centre, especially patients needing immediate medical attention. Cost is determined through a public-private partn…

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Malaysia to evacuate 6 members of medical team in Rafah

The Malaysian government is trying to bring home six members of its medical team who have been in Rafah, Gaza, since May 1, 2024.

Deputy health minister: MoH to clear HPV vaccination backlog by end of 2024 school session

PUCHONG, May 21 — The Health Ministry (MOH) will administer the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to 719,236 female students in the 2021 cohort up to this year who have yet to...