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About Event
The MyPBM 2nd Scientific Conference with the theme " Recipe For Optimal Blood Health" is a premier event designed to bring together leading experts, researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest developments and strategies for promoting optimal blood health while reinforcing established evidence-based practice in the field of patient blood management (PBM).
This conference builds on the success of the inaugural event, aiming to address the critical role blood plays in overall health and particular focus on placing a high value on the patient and his or her own blood, resulting in improved and superior outcomes for all.
Through a series of keynote addresses, expert panel discussions, and breakout sessions attendees will be greatly enriched with mind stimulating discussions and engaging lectures, ranging from the fundamentals to advanced, cutting edge technologies that target multiple disciplines and skill levels with the latest research, real-world case studies and future directions, network with peers, and collaborate on strategies to enhance patient care. The MyPBM 2nd Scientific Conference promises to be an exciting and informative event, equip participants with practical tools and insights to advance the field of PBM and contribute to the global effort to ensure optimal blood health for all, paving the way for a healthier, bloodless future.
Welcome Address
Dr Norasrina Ishak
Transfusion Medicine Specialist
Hospital Shah Alam
MyPBM Secretary
Chairman, Organizing Commitee
Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Honoured Guests, and Participants,
On behalf of the organizing committee, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you all to the 2nd Scientific Conference: Recipe for Optimal Blood Health. It is an honour to host such a distinguished gathering of experts, researchers, healthcare professionals, and innovators, all united by a shared commitment to advancing the field of blood health that going to be held at the Capital City of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.
This year’s conference builds upon the success of our initiatory event and reflects the growing importance of blood management in shaping the future of medicine. Blood health management is a critical aspect of healthcare that touches the lives of millions of people around the nation. With the advancements in technology and medical research, there is a constant need for us to stay updated and adapt to new practices to provide the best possible care to our patients.
In the midst of all that work, don’t forget to take a breather and enjoy the beauty that Kuala Lumpur and nearby states has to offer. Vibrant cityscape stunning beaches, lush hills, and a rich spread of local delicacies, all of which can be enjoyed from the comfort of our partner Hotel.
So, save your dates for the 13th to 15th of Feb 2025. Let us work together towards improving blood management practices and ultimately, the quality of patient care. See you in Kuala Lumpur.
Dr. Mandy Yap Yee Yee
Haematologist, Ampang Hospital
MyPBM president
Scientific chair
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
The theme of this conference, “Recipe for Optimal Blood Health,” speaks to our holistic approach, combining clinical insights with emerging research, innovative therapies, and preventive strategies. Over the 3 days we will dive into diverse topics on: Why do women always have to do the cooking?, The gravy for the recipe, How to prepare & cook a wonderful meal?, Challenging meal, Master Chef behind the secret recipe, Hot and Spice, Recipe gone wrong, Is children’s meal different?, Special ingredients, How to set up the kitchen? and eventually Fine Dining.
Furthermore the collaboration between MyPBM and ASPBM (Asia Pacific Society For Patient Blood Management) on day 3 represents a significant partnership aimed fostering innovation in blood health management, facilitating professional development, and raising awareness on the importance of optimal blood health through joint initiatives and educational programs.
We have an impressive line-up of speakers who will share their insights and expertise on this subject. I believe that this conference will be an enriching experience for all of us, and I encourage you to actively participate in the discussions and make the most of this opportunity to learn and network with your peers.
Programme
Honorable Guests
YB Datuk Seri Haji Dr. Dzulkefly Bin Ahmad
Minister of Health
Speakers/Chairs
Dr. Mandy Yap Yee Yee
Haematologist, Ampang Hospital
MyPBM president
Scientific chair
Dr. Norasrina Ishak
Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Hospital Shah Alam,
Secretary MyPBM
Organising chair
Dr. Jameela Sathar
Consultant Haematologist, Past President MyPBM
Prof. Dr. Aryeh Shander
Emeritus Chair, Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, Pain Management and Hyperbaric Medicine at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center in Englewood, NJ.
Dr. Ananthi Krishnamoorthy
Independent PBM & Lifestyle medicine clinician
Dr Azman bin Yacob
Director of the Medical Development Division
Iylia Husni
Patient advocate, startup builder (Edhulm and biCHARA) and social activist
Dr. Kevin Trentino
Senior Research Fellow, University of Western Australia, WHO expert working group member on Patient Blood Management.
Professor Shannon Farmer
WHO External Steering Committee for PBM Implementation; Discipline of Surgery Medical School, The University of Western Australia; Department of Haematology, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth Western Australia
Sherri Ozawa
WHO expert working group member on Patient Blood Management Clinical Advisor, Patient Blood Management, Englewood Health, Englewood, NJ USA
Dr. Nathaniel Usoro
Chief Consultant General Surgeon & Head, Bloodless Surgery Unit University of Calabar Teaching Hospital Calabar, Nigeria
Dr. Helen Savoia
Consultant Haematologist, Head of Laboratory Services,
The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Sharmini Diana Parampalam
Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist Penang Hospital
Dr. Carol Lim Kar Koong
Maternal Fetal Medicine Consultant
Obsterician and Gynaecologist Ampang Hospital Scientific Committee Member
Dr. Ajay Gandhi
1. Adjunct Faculty - Hemostasis and Thrombosis, BLK-Max Hospital, New Delhi
2. Director - Clinical and Medical Affairs, India and South Asia, Werfen
Dr Rosnawati Yahya
Consultant Nephrologist and Kidney Transplant Physician
Sunway Medical Centre, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Prof Sharaf Ibrahim
Visiting Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Hospital Tunku Ampuan Besar Tuanku Aishah Rohani, UKM Specialist Children's Hospital
Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin
Professor & Senior Consultant Anaesthesiologist,
University Malaya,
Scientific Committee member
Assoc Prof Abdul Nawfar Sadagatullah
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon/ Consultant Hand and Microsurgeon
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Assoc. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Mohd Hisam Muhamad Ariffin
Consultant Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeon/ Consultant Spine Surgeon
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Dato Dr Suneta Sulaiman
Deputy Head of Anaesthesia & Intensive Care / Consultant Intensivist / Anaesthesiologist
Institut Jantung Negara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dr Kwon Ji-Hye
Assistant Professor at the Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine in Seoul, Korea
Dr. Muhammad Yazid Jalaludin
Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Endocrinologist
Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
Dr Zulaiha Muda
Consultant Paediatric Haematologist Oncologist
Hospital Tuanku Azizah, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dr. Veena Selvaratnam
Haematologist, Ampang Hospital, Scientific Committee Member
Dr. Shah Jahan Bin Mohd Yussof
Consultant Trauma Physician,
Emergency Department, Hospital Sungai Buloh, Selangor Malaysia
Dr Kevin Ng Wei Shan
Anaesthesiologist and Medical Lecturer
Dr Asral Wirda Binti Ahmad Asnawi
Associate Professor and Hematopathologist, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Dr. Ahlam Naila Kori
Haematologist, Kuantan Hospital
Prof. Dr. Choi Dong Ho
Hepatobiliary surgeon and Director of Organ Transplant Centre Hanyang University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
Dr Prabhu Nesargikar
Senior Consultant in GI and Peritoneal Cancer, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery at HCG Hospital, Bangalore, India.
Dr. Sharmila Manian
Transfusion Medicine Trainee, Committee member
Dr. Shahnaz Irwani Sabri
Transfusion Medicine Specialist
Queen Elizabeth Hospital II, Sabah
Chong Chia Chee
Clinical Pharmacist, Ampang Hospital
Dr. Lim Su Hong
Consultant Haematologist, Gleneagles Hospital Penang
Dr. David Ong Li Wei
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon and General Surgeon Kuantan Hospital
Dr. Yusnita Bt Yatim
Pakar Perubatan Keluarga
Klinik Kesihatan Peramu Jaya
Pekan, Pahang
Dr. Ng Tyng Yan
Anaesthesiologist MBBS, FRCA (UK), FCAI (Ireland), MAnaes (UM), Fellowship Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia (UK), University of Malaya
Dr. Maziah Yaacob
General Practitioner, Klinik As-Sakinah Batu Caves, Selangor
Dr. Pau Kiew Kong
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Sunway Medical Centre Subang Jaya, Selangor
Dr. Tan Chin Aun (Andrew)
Medical Doctor Hospital Tunku Azizah Kuala Lumpur
Occupational Health Doctor (DOSH)
MyPBM Committee Member
Dr. Nor Zam Azihan Mohd Hassan
Public Health Physician, Head of Centre for Health Economic Research, Institute for Health Systems Research, National Institute of Health Malaysia
Saroja Saminathan
Clinical Nurse Penang hospital
Dr. Ong Chiew Ping
Transfusion Medicine Consultant,
Chief Executive Officer, Mawar Medical Centre
MyPBM Council Member
Dr. Linda Mat Hassin
CEO Skyhill Clinic, Malaysia
Dr. Yoo Byunghoon
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at Inje University Sanggye Pai
Dr Dieter Weber
Consultant Surgeon & Head of Department of General Surgery and head of the Royal Perth Hospital Trauma Service.
Dr Jong Hyeon Lee
Chairman, Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine (Sejong General Hospital, Bucheon, Korea)
Dr Shunji Kawamoto
Consultant Hepatobiliary Surgeon
Director of Bloodless Medicine & Surgery, Shonan Atsugi Hospital
Dr Intan Iliana Binti Iliassa
Selangor Head of Service for Transfusion Medicine
Head of Unit & Specialist of Transfusion Medicine
Hospital Sultan Idris Shah, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia
Dr Lee Cheuk Kwong
Chief Executive and Medical Director
Hong Kong Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service
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