This document provides information about an upcoming event to meet Dr. Patch Adams in Kuala Lumpur on November 26, 2010. The event will include a talk from 9-10am about enriching patient-doctor relationships, a question and answer session from 11:30am-12:30pm, and breakfast and networking. Dr. Patch Adams is known for revolutionizing healthcare by incorporating love, joy, and humor. Participants will learn creative strategies from Dr. Adams and engage in a spontaneous learning experience.
This document is an introduction to a collection of speeches by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto from 1970-1971 as Pakistan was transitioning from military rule to democracy. The introduction provides background on Ayub Khan resigning as President and handing power to General Yahya Khan. It then summarizes some of Bhutto's key speeches and policies during this time period, including advocating for Islamic socialism, opposing military rule, and campaigning for democracy and economic reforms to help the poor and working classes. Bhutto and his Pakistan People's Party swept elections in West Pakistan due to their message and inclusion of candidates from all classes.
Kieron Sambrook-Smith has experience helping small to medium software companies build and exit through acquisitions. He has held roles at several software and technology companies, helping to reposition products, expand into new markets, and execute exits ranging from £8M to £67M. His background includes experience in security software, data warehousing, business rules software, and large technology implementations.
Understanding your heart health with your heloAlan Teh
To fully use your HELO you need to understand basic heart function, physiology and even some basic ECG knowlege. This presentation should help all HELO users.
The document announces a seminar on prostate cancer treatment to be held on June 13, 2015 at the Hilton Petaling Jaya Hotel in Selangor, Malaysia. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marniza bte Saad of University Malaya Medical Centre will give a lecture on the past, present, and future of prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Adlinda bte Alip will present a case study, and there will be a Q&A session. Lunch will be provided afterwards. RSVPs are requested by June 8. The document also provides biographical information on Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marniza bte Saad, noting her medical education and positions at University Malaya
Guide to GST for Healthcare services (16 Nov)Alan Teh
This document provides a summary of the Malaysian Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment of healthcare services. It outlines that healthcare services provided by the government are not subject to GST, while those provided by private healthcare facilities and professionals are generally exempt or zero-rated. Services provided outside of private healthcare facilities or not by employees may be standard-rated. It also discusses the GST treatment of supplies like medicines, diagnostic tests, and non-healthcare services provided by private facilities.
This document is an introduction to a collection of speeches by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto from 1970-1971 as Pakistan was transitioning from military rule to democracy. The introduction provides background on Ayub Khan resigning as President and handing power to General Yahya Khan. It then summarizes some of Bhutto's key speeches and policies during this time period, including advocating for Islamic socialism, opposing military rule, and campaigning for democracy and economic reforms to help the poor and working classes. Bhutto and his Pakistan People's Party swept elections in West Pakistan due to their message and inclusion of candidates from all classes.
Kieron Sambrook-Smith has experience helping small to medium software companies build and exit through acquisitions. He has held roles at several software and technology companies, helping to reposition products, expand into new markets, and execute exits ranging from £8M to £67M. His background includes experience in security software, data warehousing, business rules software, and large technology implementations.
Understanding your heart health with your heloAlan Teh
To fully use your HELO you need to understand basic heart function, physiology and even some basic ECG knowlege. This presentation should help all HELO users.
The document announces a seminar on prostate cancer treatment to be held on June 13, 2015 at the Hilton Petaling Jaya Hotel in Selangor, Malaysia. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marniza bte Saad of University Malaya Medical Centre will give a lecture on the past, present, and future of prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Adlinda bte Alip will present a case study, and there will be a Q&A session. Lunch will be provided afterwards. RSVPs are requested by June 8. The document also provides biographical information on Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marniza bte Saad, noting her medical education and positions at University Malaya
Guide to GST for Healthcare services (16 Nov)Alan Teh
This document provides a summary of the Malaysian Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment of healthcare services. It outlines that healthcare services provided by the government are not subject to GST, while those provided by private healthcare facilities and professionals are generally exempt or zero-rated. Services provided outside of private healthcare facilities or not by employees may be standard-rated. It also discusses the GST treatment of supplies like medicines, diagnostic tests, and non-healthcare services provided by private facilities.
The Malaysian Oncological Society and the European Society for Medical Oncology will be holding a joint conference to share the highlights of the ESMO 2014 Congress with South-East Asian delegates.
The conference will be held in Penang, Malaysia from 23-25 January 2015 and the theme is "Precision Medicine in Cancer Care".
Official website: http://esmomos2015penang.com.my/
For Malaysian doctors: The Medico-Legal Society of Malaysia (MLSM) and the Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration (KLRCA) would like to invite you for a dialogue with Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram on the topic "Has the Law Forced Doctors to Practice Defensive Medicine?"
Guide to GST for Healthcare Services (Malaysia)Alan Teh
This document provides a guide on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment of healthcare services in Malaysia. It outlines that healthcare services provided by the government are not subject to GST, while most services provided by private healthcare facilities are exempt from GST. Some services, such as those provided under contract by non-employee healthcare professionals at private facilities, or certain pharmaceutical services, are standard rated and subject to GST.
The document provides information about an upcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Malaysia, including its implementation date of April 1, 2015 at a rate of 6%. It outlines that GST will replace existing sales and service taxes. Healthcare services are discussed, with those provided by government being outside the scope of GST and those provided by private licensed facilities being exempt from GST. The impact on doctors at government hospitals is that they will not be eligible for GST registration if only providing exempt healthcare services, and thus cannot claim GST incurred on items like clinic rental.
Malaysian students' international test scores have declined in recent years, registering drops in reading ability and science scores, though mathematics scores improved. This signals an increasing deterioration in Malaysia's education system according to international benchmarks, where Malaysia now ranks 52nd out of 65 countries. The Education Minister responded that if people are unhappy with the system, they can choose to send their children overseas for schooling.
The document provides an overview of Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010. It discusses key aspects of the Act including the establishment of a Personal Data Protection Commissioner, the 7 data protection principles, and requirements around notice, consent, disclosure, security, retention, data integrity and access. It also discusses some examples of data breaches and penalties for non-compliance. The Act aims to regulate the processing of personal data and protect privacy as digital data and internet usage continues to grow significantly.
This document discusses snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It notes that OSA is a clinical condition where the upper airway collapses intermittently during sleep. Risk factors include obesity, age, hypertension, and diabetes. Untreated OSA can lead to increased risks of hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and premature death. Diagnosis involves questionnaires, physical examination, and sleep studies. Treatment aims to reduce symptoms and health risks.
Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells that produce abnormal antibodies. It causes bone destruction and can damage the kidneys and suppress the bone marrow. While the cause is unknown, risk factors include age, family history, and exposure to radiation. Symptoms include bone pain, fatigue, recurrent infection, and kidney problems. Diagnosis involves blood and urine tests and a bone marrow biopsy. Staging uses tests such as MRI, blood tests, and bone surveys. Treatment may include chemotherapy, steroids, radiation, stem cell transplants, and newer drugs that target specific pathways in myeloma cells. While not yet curable, novel agents have improved survival rates and quality of life compared to conventional chemotherapy alone.
A survey was conducted of 57 medical professionals from various backgrounds with 5-25 years of experience. The survey found:
- 71% found it difficult to maintain medical records
- 66% had limited ways to connect with patients
- 86% had limited ways to follow up with patients
- 84% experienced scheduling inefficiencies
- 75% found missed appointments bothersome
- 82% felt revenue did not compensate for time/effort
The majority used paper-based records and phone/face-to-face consultation. Only 27% were satisfied with current systems and most felt electronic systems could save time and improve research/identification of patients. Respondents viewed healthcare IT systems as important/necessary to reduce paperwork
The document is a registration form and information for the 1st National Stem Cell Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from October 29-30, 2012. It provides details on registration fees, how to register, instructions for submitting scientific poster presentations, and an overview of the scientific programme which will include plenary lectures, symposia, and a plenary discussion on various stem cell topics. Prof. Datuk Dr. A Rahman A Jamal invites participants to join the congress to consolidate knowledge in stem cell research and interact with international speakers.
The document provides information about the Asia-Pacific Conference on Human Genetics to be held from December 5-8, 2012 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It includes details about registration fees, invited international faculty, the scientific program schedule, accommodation options at the conference hotel, and contact information for the conference secretariat. A call for abstract submissions is also announced with a deadline of September 5, 2012.
Role of cancer genomics and next generation sequencing.pptx 2Alan Teh
Dr Jimmy Lin PhD will give an afternoon lecture at Ampang Hospital on Tuesday, September 25th from 1-2pm in the Seminar Room on the 3rd floor. Dr Lin is the founder and president of Rare Genomics Institute and is affiliated with Washington University in St Louis, USA.
The document announces a workshop on haemostasis from September 10-11, 2012 at Universiti Teknologi MARA in Selayang Campus. The workshop will feature speakers like Geoff Kershaw and Dr. Jameela Sathar discussing topics like acquired factor inhibitors, clinical approach to coagulation, pre-analytical and analytical problems, and lupus anticoagulant. It also provides information on registration fees and instructions to apply for registration by email.
The document announces a workshop on haemostasis from September 10-11, 2012 at Universiti Teknologi MARA in Selayang Campus. The workshop will feature speakers like Geoff Kershaw and Dr. Jameela Sathar discussing topics like acquired factor inhibitors, clinical approach to coagulation, pre-analytical and analytical problems, and lupus anticoagulant. It also provides information on registration fees and instructions to apply for registration by email.
Introductory bioinformatics workshop flyerAlan Teh
This document provides information about the Introductory Bioinformatics Workshop 2012 held at Perdana University from July 9-14. The workshop aims to cover essential bioinformatics topics like biological databases, sequence comparison, and protein structure through lectures and hands-on practical sessions. It is intended for students and researchers from life sciences and industry partners interested in bioinformatics. Participants will learn the role of bioinformatics in research and basic concepts in areas like databases, tools, sequence analysis and structural analysis. There are 45 seats available at discounted early bird rates for students, academics and corporate participants.
The Singapore Society of Haematology is hosting the Second ASEAN Federation of Haematology Scientific Congress from September 7-8, 2012 in Singapore. All haematologists, medical professionals, and industry members in ASEAN countries are invited to attend this important regional meeting. The meeting will feature plenary lectures, symposia on various hematology topics, and is aimed at helping attendees stay up to date on the latest developments in hematology. More details and the latest updates can be found on the congress website.
The Malaysian Oncological Society and the European Society for Medical Oncology will be holding a joint conference to share the highlights of the ESMO 2014 Congress with South-East Asian delegates.
The conference will be held in Penang, Malaysia from 23-25 January 2015 and the theme is "Precision Medicine in Cancer Care".
Official website: http://esmomos2015penang.com.my/
For Malaysian doctors: The Medico-Legal Society of Malaysia (MLSM) and the Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration (KLRCA) would like to invite you for a dialogue with Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram on the topic "Has the Law Forced Doctors to Practice Defensive Medicine?"
Guide to GST for Healthcare Services (Malaysia)Alan Teh
This document provides a guide on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment of healthcare services in Malaysia. It outlines that healthcare services provided by the government are not subject to GST, while most services provided by private healthcare facilities are exempt from GST. Some services, such as those provided under contract by non-employee healthcare professionals at private facilities, or certain pharmaceutical services, are standard rated and subject to GST.
The document provides information about an upcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Malaysia, including its implementation date of April 1, 2015 at a rate of 6%. It outlines that GST will replace existing sales and service taxes. Healthcare services are discussed, with those provided by government being outside the scope of GST and those provided by private licensed facilities being exempt from GST. The impact on doctors at government hospitals is that they will not be eligible for GST registration if only providing exempt healthcare services, and thus cannot claim GST incurred on items like clinic rental.
Malaysian students' international test scores have declined in recent years, registering drops in reading ability and science scores, though mathematics scores improved. This signals an increasing deterioration in Malaysia's education system according to international benchmarks, where Malaysia now ranks 52nd out of 65 countries. The Education Minister responded that if people are unhappy with the system, they can choose to send their children overseas for schooling.
The document provides an overview of Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010. It discusses key aspects of the Act including the establishment of a Personal Data Protection Commissioner, the 7 data protection principles, and requirements around notice, consent, disclosure, security, retention, data integrity and access. It also discusses some examples of data breaches and penalties for non-compliance. The Act aims to regulate the processing of personal data and protect privacy as digital data and internet usage continues to grow significantly.
This document discusses snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It notes that OSA is a clinical condition where the upper airway collapses intermittently during sleep. Risk factors include obesity, age, hypertension, and diabetes. Untreated OSA can lead to increased risks of hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and premature death. Diagnosis involves questionnaires, physical examination, and sleep studies. Treatment aims to reduce symptoms and health risks.
Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells that produce abnormal antibodies. It causes bone destruction and can damage the kidneys and suppress the bone marrow. While the cause is unknown, risk factors include age, family history, and exposure to radiation. Symptoms include bone pain, fatigue, recurrent infection, and kidney problems. Diagnosis involves blood and urine tests and a bone marrow biopsy. Staging uses tests such as MRI, blood tests, and bone surveys. Treatment may include chemotherapy, steroids, radiation, stem cell transplants, and newer drugs that target specific pathways in myeloma cells. While not yet curable, novel agents have improved survival rates and quality of life compared to conventional chemotherapy alone.
A survey was conducted of 57 medical professionals from various backgrounds with 5-25 years of experience. The survey found:
- 71% found it difficult to maintain medical records
- 66% had limited ways to connect with patients
- 86% had limited ways to follow up with patients
- 84% experienced scheduling inefficiencies
- 75% found missed appointments bothersome
- 82% felt revenue did not compensate for time/effort
The majority used paper-based records and phone/face-to-face consultation. Only 27% were satisfied with current systems and most felt electronic systems could save time and improve research/identification of patients. Respondents viewed healthcare IT systems as important/necessary to reduce paperwork
The document is a registration form and information for the 1st National Stem Cell Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from October 29-30, 2012. It provides details on registration fees, how to register, instructions for submitting scientific poster presentations, and an overview of the scientific programme which will include plenary lectures, symposia, and a plenary discussion on various stem cell topics. Prof. Datuk Dr. A Rahman A Jamal invites participants to join the congress to consolidate knowledge in stem cell research and interact with international speakers.
The document provides information about the Asia-Pacific Conference on Human Genetics to be held from December 5-8, 2012 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It includes details about registration fees, invited international faculty, the scientific program schedule, accommodation options at the conference hotel, and contact information for the conference secretariat. A call for abstract submissions is also announced with a deadline of September 5, 2012.
Role of cancer genomics and next generation sequencing.pptx 2Alan Teh
Dr Jimmy Lin PhD will give an afternoon lecture at Ampang Hospital on Tuesday, September 25th from 1-2pm in the Seminar Room on the 3rd floor. Dr Lin is the founder and president of Rare Genomics Institute and is affiliated with Washington University in St Louis, USA.
The document announces a workshop on haemostasis from September 10-11, 2012 at Universiti Teknologi MARA in Selayang Campus. The workshop will feature speakers like Geoff Kershaw and Dr. Jameela Sathar discussing topics like acquired factor inhibitors, clinical approach to coagulation, pre-analytical and analytical problems, and lupus anticoagulant. It also provides information on registration fees and instructions to apply for registration by email.
The document announces a workshop on haemostasis from September 10-11, 2012 at Universiti Teknologi MARA in Selayang Campus. The workshop will feature speakers like Geoff Kershaw and Dr. Jameela Sathar discussing topics like acquired factor inhibitors, clinical approach to coagulation, pre-analytical and analytical problems, and lupus anticoagulant. It also provides information on registration fees and instructions to apply for registration by email.
Introductory bioinformatics workshop flyerAlan Teh
This document provides information about the Introductory Bioinformatics Workshop 2012 held at Perdana University from July 9-14. The workshop aims to cover essential bioinformatics topics like biological databases, sequence comparison, and protein structure through lectures and hands-on practical sessions. It is intended for students and researchers from life sciences and industry partners interested in bioinformatics. Participants will learn the role of bioinformatics in research and basic concepts in areas like databases, tools, sequence analysis and structural analysis. There are 45 seats available at discounted early bird rates for students, academics and corporate participants.
The Singapore Society of Haematology is hosting the Second ASEAN Federation of Haematology Scientific Congress from September 7-8, 2012 in Singapore. All haematologists, medical professionals, and industry members in ASEAN countries are invited to attend this important regional meeting. The meeting will feature plenary lectures, symposia on various hematology topics, and is aimed at helping attendees stay up to date on the latest developments in hematology. More details and the latest updates can be found on the congress website.
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An Intimate
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26th Nov 2010
9.00am - 12.30pm
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Kuala Lumpur
“The most
revolutionary act
one can commit in
our world is to be
happy.”
~ Dr.Patch Adams
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