At Putra Medical Centre Alor Setar, Dr. Tan Boon Lee stands out as a Resident Consultant General and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon was known for his precision, compassion, and patient-first approach.

At Putra Medical Centre Alor Setar, Dr. Sakinah Mohd Akhir, Resident Consultant Anaesthesiologist and Critical Care Specialist, highlights the crucial role of anaesthesiologists before, during, and after surgery. From administering general, her expertise safeguards patients’ comfort and wellbeing.

Injuries can happen to anyone—athletes, casual futsal players, or even evening walkers at Taman Jubli Emas. At Putra Medical Centre, Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Wan Mohd Ashraf Abdul Rauf provides expert care for sprains, fractures, dislocations, and tendon issues.

Dr. Ng Kok Joo, resident consultant general and laparoscopic surgeon, offers minimally invasive procedures for conditions such as hernias, gallstones, and appendicitis, with over 30 years of surgical expertise and advanced keyhole techniques.

Dr. Muhammad Suhairi Juhari, Resident Consultant Orthopaedics and Traumatology Surgeon, helps patients find relief through advanced orthopaedic care. Dr. Suhairi tailors treatment plans to each patient’s unique condition, with expertise in both surgical and non-surgical methods.

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide, often linked to aging but also influenced by lifestyle and health factors. In this edition of Ask Our Expert, Dr. Bashkaran Karuppannan, Resident Consultant Ophthalmologist at Putra Medical Centre, explains how cataracts develop, their impact on daily life, and the latest advances in treatment.