Dr Sivanaesan appointed new MMA president
Dr. L. Sivanaesan has been appointed as the new president of the Malaysian Medical Association, succeeding Datuk Dr. R Thirunavukarasu. His primary focus will be on retaining doctors within the public healthcare system by improving career progression and working conditions.
Why it matters
Addressing the brain drain of medical professionals is critical for maintaining the quality and accessibility of public healthcare in Malaysia.
IPOH: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president-elect Dr L. Sivanaesan has been appointed the association’s new president, succeeding Datuk Dr R Thirunavukarasu, whose term ended on Saturday (Sept 12).
He was Chairman of MMA Selangor, Honorary Deputy Secretary of the MMA for two terms, and Chairman of the MMA Private Practitioners Section from 2023 to 2024.
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