Top 10 Medical Directors in Malaysia

Malaysia Plans For Tomorrow's Care

Medical Directors play a pivotal role in shaping the healthcare landscape of Malaysia, balancing clinical expertise with strategic leadership to ensure hospitals and healthcare institutions deliver high-quality patient care. As healthcare systems become increasingly complex, Medical Directors act as the bridge between frontline medical teams, administrative leadership, and policy frameworks, ensuring that clinical decisions align with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
In Malaysia, the role of a Medical Director goes beyond overseeing patient care; it encompasses guiding clinical governance, implementing quality assurance protocols, and spearheading initiatives that improve operational efficiency and patient safety. They are responsible for cultivating a culture of excellence within hospitals, mentoring physicians, and integrating innovative technologies to enhance treatment outcomes.

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Top 10 Medical Directors in Malaysia - 2025

Medical Directors play a pivotal role in shaping the healthcare landscape of Malaysia, balancing clinical expertise with strategic leadership to ensure hospitals and healthcare institutions deliver high-quality patient care. As healthcare systems become increasingly complex, Medical Directors act as the bridge between frontline medical teams, administrative leadership, and policy frameworks, ensuring that clinical decisions align with organizational goals and regulatory standards.

In Malaysia, the role of a Medical Director goes beyond overseeing patient care; it encompasses guiding clinical governance, implementing quality assurance protocols, and spearheading initiatives that improve operational efficiency and patient safety. They are responsible for cultivating a culture of excellence within hospitals, mentoring physicians, and integrating innovative technologies to enhance treatment outcomes. From managing multidisciplinary teams to ensuring compliance with national health policies, Medical Directors are central to maintaining trust and credibility in the healthcare system.

With Malaysia’s healthcare sector witnessing rapid modernization, increasing patient expectations, and the adoption of digital health solutions, Medical Directors are increasingly expected to be visionaries, capable of anticipating trends, leading transformative projects, and driving research and innovation. Their decisions directly impact not only the efficiency of hospitals but also the quality of healthcare delivered to communities across the nation.

For aspiring healthcare leaders and policymakers, understanding the multifaceted role of Medical Directors in Malaysia offers insights into how clinical leadership shapes patient outcomes, organizational success, and the broader evolution of the country’s healthcare ecosystem. These leaders are not just administrators - they are architects of a healthier, more resilient Malaysia.

CEO Insights Asia in this issue presents a list of ‘Top 10 Medical Directors in Malaysia - 2025' who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.

Top 10 Medical Directors in Malaysia - 2025

Company Management	Company Name	Company Description
M Amir Shah, Medical Director & Senior Consultant - Clinical Oncology	Icon Group	He has more than 20 years of experience with a passion for clinical research and has been involved in cancer clinical trials as both a Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator
Dr Hoe Yut Hung, Medical Director	My Clinic	With nearly two decades of experience in dermatology and aesthetic medicine, he serves as the Medical Director, overseeing a total of 15 clinics in Malaysia
Jack Wong, Medical Director	Miri Hospital - Ministry of Health	He oversees clinical operations, ensuring high standards of patient care, and leads healthcare initiatives to improve hospital services and community health outcomes
Jaianand J Tejani, Medical Director	Tejani Emergency Assistance Malaysia	He oversees emergency medical services, ensuring rapid response and high-quality patient care, and leading healthcare operations across the country
Dr Jeyanthi Vengadasalam, Medical Director	Mahsa Specialist Hospital	She oversees clinical operations and ensures high standards of patient care while driving medical excellence and innovation across the hospital
Dr Kenny Yeap Kim Pey, Medical Director	Borneo Medical Centre	A passionate doctor turned hospital management professional, he helped establish key services to address healthcare needs and stabilize local services
Lay Ming Ding, CEO & Medical Director	University Tunku Abdul Rahman Hospital	She leads with expertise in healthcare management and clinical excellence, driving quality patient care and strategic hospital growth
Sharlini T Surendran, Country Medical Director	Pfizer	She leads medical strategy, clinical governance, and healthcare initiatives while fostering innovation and excellence in pharmaceutical care
Sonesh Kalra, Medical Director	AstraZeneca	He has a history of working in the pharmaceutical industry and clinical practice, and is skilled in Medical Affairs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Pharmacovigilance, and more
Vee-Shin Lo, Medical Director	O2 Klinik Ipoh Garden	He plays a key role in implementing new treatments, training medical staff, and enhancing the clinic’s overall healthcare services to meet community needs

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