Orthopaedics Symposium: IMSC Shares Medical Expertise with General Practitioners
KUANTAN – IIUM Medical Specialist Centre (IMSC), recently organised the Orthopaedics Symposium for General Practitioners (GP) at Sri Manja Boutique Hotel, Kuantan. Held on Saturday, 14 February 2026, the event served as a platform for medical experts to share the latest updates and best practices in patient care with the local medical community.
The primary goal of this Orthopaedics Symposium was to provide general practitioners with valuable insights into managing bone and joint related cases more effectively. By bridging the gap between specialists and primary care doctors, IMSC aims to ensure that patients receive the most appropriate treatment from their first point of contact. This initiative is part of the centre’s ongoing commitment to medical education and clinical excellence.
The session featured four prominent speakers from IMSC who are leaders in their respective fields:
- Prof. Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Hafiz bin Zulkifly, an expert in Joint Replacement Arthroplasty.
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Haidar bin Nasuruddin, a skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ardilla Hanim binti Abdul Razak, specializing in Paediatric Orthopaedics.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khairul Nizam bin Siron @ Baharom, focusing on Shoulder and Elbow surgery.
During the Orthopaedics Symposium, these experts discussed various complex cases and shared surgical advancements that can benefit the general public. Participants had the opportunity to engage in discussions regarding the latest guidelines in orthopaedic management. Such sessions are vital for maintaining a high standard of healthcare delivery within the region.
IIUM Holdings and IMSC believe that continuous learning is essential for the advancement of the healthcare sector. This Orthopaedics Symposium is one of many programs planned to foster better collaboration between specialists and GPs. We would like to thank all the participants for their active involvement in making this event a success and contributing to the improvement of patient care.