Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Introduction
The inception of various surgical specialties in Malaysia during the late
1950s and early 1960s began at Kuala Lumpur General Hospital, the nation's
capital. The early stages of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgical services saw
the arrival of Dr. Bernard L. Morgan, a plastic surgeon from Jacksonville,
Florida, USA, to lend his expertise to the local community.
Recognizing the growing demand for such services, Dato' Dr. Syed Mohammad
Alhady and Dr. Bernard L. Morgan took proactive measures by sending two
local doctors, Dr. V. Sivaloganathan and Dr. S. Kandiah, for training in
Jacksonville, Florida, USA. This initiative marked a shift from reliance on
foreign expertise to local self-sufficiency.
Establishing the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Unit at Kuala Lumpur
General Hospital faced numerous challenges due to limited resources and
competing priorities. However, with the support of Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Haji
Majid in July 1970, the department overcame these obstacles and officially
conducted its first Plastic Surgery Clinic.
From its humble beginnings in 1970, the Plastic Surgery Department has grown
significantly, now offering a range of services including reconstructive
surgery for various deformities, craniofacial surgery, microsurgery, and
aesthetic surgery. It is now recognized as a training center for medical
education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Services
The department actively educates and trains nurses, paramedics, medical
students, and surgical trainees to deliver comprehensive and quality
treatment. Services extend to inpatient and outpatient care, with outreach
to government hospitals in Klang, Melaka, and Sarawak where Plastic Surgical
services are unavailable.
Collaboration with other surgical specialties within the hospital ensures
comprehensive care. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery services cover
congenital and acquired deformities, hand surgery, microsurgery, wound
management, aesthetic surgery, and more.
Contact Information
Tel: 603-2615 5230
Fax: 603-2615 5236
Email: bplastik@hkl.moh.gov.my
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