Our Story

MyPBM is a volunteer group of healthcare professionals who are passionate about expanding knowledge and improving practice of Patient Blood Management (PBM) in Malaysia. We feel this is an important multidisciplinary field that promotes good medicine, improves patient outcome and boosts the economy.

The term “MyPBM” transpired as we, a small group of doctors were working on co -hosting a PBM symposium with the Asia-Pacific Society of Patient Blood Management (ASPBM) in 2017.

A small group working together, we expanded with the intent to form a society that would pioneer and provide direction in this field of PBM in Malaysia. This dream finally became a reality in 2019 and the Malaysian Society of Patient Blood Management (MyPBM) was formed. MyPBM is the platform to spread the message on PBM and acts as a reference for the practice of PBM in Malaysia. Thank you for visiting our website!

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The origins of the MyPBM logo

  • The logo shows the 3 pillars of PBM coming together to optimise and conserve blood and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

  • The focus is on the patient which is shown by the logo representing the patient’s own blood.

Committee Members

Dr Mandy Yap Yee Yee

President

Dr. Mandy is a clinical haematologist based in the Department of Haematology, Ampang Hospital. She completed a fellowship in haemostasis and thrombosis with PBM in Perth , Australia. Dr. Mandy developed a special interest in implementing PBM in practice and hopes that PBM can become the game changer especially as blood supply is difficult during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Ananthi Krishnamoorthy

Vice President

Dr. Ananthi Krishnamoorthy is an independent clinician trained in Patient Blood Management (PBM) and lifestyle medicine. With diverse clinical experience, she is a dedicated champion for PBM, emphasizing the high value of a patient's own blood. Since her initial PBM training in 2009 at SABM and U.S. bloodless medicine centers, she has fostered global collaborations to advance PBM practices.

Dr Jameela Sathar

Treasurer

Dr Jameela is a Consultant Haematologist and former Head of Haematology Department at Ampang Hospital, Malaysia where she was responsible for the care of patients with thalassaemia, haemophilia, thrombosis and bleeding disorders. She was the past President of the Malaysian Society of Patient Blood Management which she co-founded and is actively promoting patient blood management programs to optimise patient outcomes.

Dr Norasrina Ishak

Secretary

Dr. Norasrina, a Transfusion Medicine Specialist, heads the Transfusion Medicine Unit and Clinical Research Center at Hospital Shah Alam. She is a strong advocate for Patient Blood Management (PBM), having undergone special training in it. Currently, she is working with a multidisciplinary team to implement preoperative anemia management for elective surgeries, aiming to improve patient safety and outcomes through PBM.

Dr Veena Selvaratnam

Assistant Secretary

Dr. Veena is a hematologist at Hospital Ampang with special interest in coagulation and hemostasis. Her keen interest in Patient Blood Management (PBM) was sparked by managing anaemic patients with underlying bleeding disorders. Under Dr. Jameela's mentorship, she successfully treated numerous anaemic patients using superior therapies, avoiding blood transfusions. This approach remains central to her practice.

We are supported by a team of experts that includes medical doctors and nurses with in-depth expertise in Patient Blood Management

Dr Ahlam Naila Binti Kori

Committee member

Dr Ahlam is a clinical haematologist based in Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan and also the Pahang state head of haematology. Her main interests are haemostasis, thrombosis and PBM. Dr Ahlam is a regular speaker at conferences and workshops and is also involved in writing the national clinical practice guidelines for Thalassaemia.

Dr Anusha Asairinachan

Committee member

Dr. Anusha is a dedicated obstetrician and gynaecologist at Hospital Pulau Pinang. She is an active member of the Malaysian Patient Blood Management Society, advocating evidence-based practices to optimise patient outcomes and safety, as well as promoting the principles of PBM among the local medical fraternity to improve maternal health.

Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong

Committee member

Dr. Lim is the current Selangor Head of OBGYN Service and a Maternal Fetal Medicine Consultant based in Ampang Hospital. Through her work in maternal hemorrhage and obstetric venous thromboembolism, she was introduced to PBM in 2015. She was instrumental in promoting PBM not just in OBGYN fraternity, but to all other disciplines

Prof Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin

Committee member

Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin, a professor of Anaesthesiology at Universiti Malaya, leads with unwavering dedication. As President of the College of Anaesthesiologists, Academy of Medicine Malaysia, she is committed to clinical excellence, ensuring the highest standards of safety and optimal patient outcomes, and championing PBM among anaesthesiologists in Malaysia.

Dr Kevin Ng Wei Shan

Committee member

Dr Kevin Ng is an anaesthesiologist and medical lecturer with a passion for advocating PBM in the perioperative patient. He has a keen interest in improving the usage and conservation of blood perioperatively and is keen to push research forward in these areas. Dr Kevin has lectured widely on the subject in Malaysia.

Dr Mohamed Sidek bin Ali

Committee member

Dr. Mohamed Sidek Ali, a dedicated Occupational Health Doctor at Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, prioritizes staff wellbeing. He excels at health management and champions workplace safety, leading anaemia awareness through patient blood management initiatives. His expertise extends to building occupational health services, and his commitment shines through active committee participation and training

Dr Norhafizah Ahmad

Committee member

Dr. Norhafizah Ahmad, a pediatrician subspecialised in General Paediatrics & Child Health, founded Ampang Hospital’s Child Development Clinic. Encountering frequent anemia cases, she delved into the topic, recognising its impact on child development. Believing PBM offers valuable insights for anemia prevention and management, she aims to promote its principles in paediatric care

Dr Sharmila a/p Manian

Committee member

Dr. Sharmila, is a Transfusion Medicine Masters student at Universiti Sains Malaysia, currently completing her training at the National Blood Center (PDN). Applying her varied experience and driven by her passion for Patient Blood Management, she aims to translate PBM principles into practical clinical care, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.

Dr Sudarcini a/p Arumugam

Committee member

Dr. Sudarcini, is a Transfusion Medicine Master's student at Universiti Sains Malaysia, with experience at the National Blood Centre and Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Klang. As a proactive member, she actively participates in MyPBM projects and the SABM mentor-mentee program, honing her skills and consistently applying PBM principles clinically.

Dr Tan Chin Aun (Andrew)

Committee member

Dr. Andrew Tan, a committed Occupational Safety doctor at Hospital Tunku Azizah, Kuala Lumpur, has cultivated a strong foundation in Patient Blood Management (PBM). Early exposure during internship and subsequent practice in Obstetrics & Gynecology provided him with invaluable experience in PBM application and training. His dedication is evident through active involvement in MyPBM initiatives.

Dr Yap Yee Yee (Mandy)

Treasurer

Dr. Mandy is a clinical haematologist based in Ampang Hospital. She completed a fellowship in haemostasis and thrombosis with PBM in Perth, Australia. Dr. Mandy developed a special interest in implementing PBM in practice and hopes that PBM can become the game changer especially as blood supply is difficult during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Pau Kiew Kong

Committee member

Dr. Pau Kiew Kong is a Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon who practices at Institut Jantung Negara. He specialises in Adult cardiac surgery, Paediatric and congenital cardiac surgery, and Thoracic surgery. Dr Pau has performed more than 11,000 Heart surgeries since the beginning of his career and is a keen PBM advocate.

Dr Rohani binti Ramliy

Committee member

Dr Rohani Ramliy is an anaesthesiologist who is currently working at the Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital in Kuala Terengganu. She has more than 20 years of experience in the management of peri-operative multidiscipline surgical cases. Dr Rohani is also a member of the Hospital Transfusion and Patient Safety Committee in Kuala Terengganu.

Dr Sharifah Suryani Bt Syed Rahim Shah

Committee member

Dr Sharifah Suryani Bt Syed Rahim Shah is a Physician and Adult Haematologist in the Hospital Kuala Lumpur. She is very passionate about patient blood management and has been involved with PBM in Malaysia since 2015. Dr Sharifah is one of the MyPBM society committee members.

New committee members

  • President: Dr Jameela Sathar
  • Vice President : Dr Sharmini Diana Parampalan
  • Treasurer : Dr Ong Chiew Ping
  • Secretary : Nur Nadhirah Mohd Fauzi
  • Assistant Secretary : Dr Asral Wirda
  • Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong - Committee member
  • Dr Shahnaz- Committee member
  • Dr Ananthi Krishnamoorthy- Committee member
  • Prof Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin- Committee member
  • Dr Veena a/p Selvaratnam - Committee member
  • Dr Ahlam- Committee member
  • Dr Kevin Ng Wei Shan - Committee member
  • Dr Andrew Tan CA- Committee member
  • Dr Norasrina- Committee member
  • Dr Sharmila A/P Manian- Committee member

Former Committee Members

  • President: Dr Jameela Sathar
  • Vice President : Dr Sharmini Diana Parampalan
  • Treasurer : Dr Ong Chiew Ping
  • Secretary : Nur Nadhirah Mohd Fauzi
  • Assistant Secretary : Dr Asral Wirda
  • Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong - Committee member
  • Dr Shahnaz- Committee member
  • Dr Ananthi Krishnamoorthy- Committee member
  • Prof Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin- Committee member
  • Dr Veena a/p Selvaratnam - Committee member
  • Dr Ahlam- Committee member
  • Dr Kevin Ng Wei Shan - Committee member
  • Dr Andrew Tan CA- Committee member
  • Dr Norasrina- Committee member
  • Dr Sharmila A/P Manian- Committee member

  • Dr Jameela Sathar – President
  • Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong - Vice President
  • Dr Ananthi Krishnamoorthy – Secretary
  • Dr Sharmini Diana Parampalam - Assistant Secretary
  • Dr Yap Yee Yee (Mandy) – Treasurer
  • Dr Pau Kiew Kong - Committee member
  • Dr Rohani binti Ramliy - Committee member
  • Dr Shahnaz Irwani binti Sabri - Committee member
  • Dr Ahlam Naila binti Kori - Committee member
  • Dr Veena a/p Selvaratnam - Committee member
  • Dr Kevin Ng Wei Shan - Committee member
  • Dr Asral Wirda binti Ahmad Asnawi - Committee member
  • Dr Ong Chiew Ping - Committee member
  • Dr Sharifah Suryani Bt Syed Rahim Shah - Committee member
  • Dr. Ina Ismiarti Shariffuddin - Committee member

Our Journey

  1. 1962
  2. 1990
  3. 1992
  4. 1994
  5. 1995
  6. 2001
  7. 2004
  8. 2006
  9. 2007
  10. 2010
  11. 2012
  12. 2013
  13. 2014
  14. 2015
  15. 2017
  16. 2019

  1. 1962

    The world’s first “Bloodless” open heart surgery by Dr Denton Cooley

  2. 1990

    National blood Center (PDN) led by Dato Dr Yasmin Ayob promotes rational use of blood products. Beginning of activities of Hospital Liaison Committee (HLC) of Jehovah’s witnesses (JW)

  3. 1992

    Establishment of National Heart Institute (IJN)

  4. 1994

    First “Bloodless” Triple Coronary Bypass Graft surgery in Malaysia by Tan Sri Dr Yahya Awang & Datuk Dr Kathiresan Valliappa

  5. 1995

    Limb amputation performed by Dato’ Dr Charles Vijayan David where patient treated successfully with IV Iron and subcutaneous (S/C) erythropoietin

  6. 2001

    Society for the Advancement of Blood Management (SABM) founded (now Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management). Documentary- Transfusion Alternative Strategies – Simple, Safe, Effective’ screened on Tv3

  7. 2004

    Scoliosis correction in Sarawak by Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit, first successful bloodless surgery of this kind performed in Malaysia

  8. 2006

    Master of Medicine (Transfusion Medicine) program established

  9. 2007

    During first bloodless aortic valve surgery in IJN, patient’s own optimised blood in conjunction with meticulous surgical techniques used by Dr Pau Kiew Kong

  10. 2010

    First group of graduates from Masters of Medicine (Transfusion Medicine) program

  11. 2012

    First PBM Symposium held in Malaysia, a collaboration between IJN, PDN & SABM; Dr Asral Wirda Ahmad Asnawi & team organise Transfusion safety workshops

  12. 2013

    Dr Jameela Sathar is introduced to PBM during a seminar and becomes a leading advocate in Malaysia

  13. 2014

    Workshops transformed from “Transfusion Safety” to “PBM” and the “Three Pillars of PBM” were incorporated

  14. 2015

    Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong is introduced to PBM & joins the team to take PBM workshops around Malaysia; Asia-Pacific Society for Patient Blood Management (ASPBM) formed

  15. 2017

    Malaysia co-hosts the 3rd ASPBM Symposium and the term ‘MyPBM' was born

  16. 2019

    Malaysian Society of Patient Blood Management (MyPBM) officially formed and local PBM guidelines developed

  1. 1962
  2. 1992
  3. 1994
  4. 1995
  5. 1990
  6. 2001
  7. 2004
  8. 2006
  9. 2007
  10. 2010
  11. 2012
  12. 2013
  13. 2014
  14. 2015
  15. 2017
  16. 2019
  1. 1962

    The world’s first “Bloodless” open heart surgery by Dr Denton Cooley

  2. 1992

    Establishment of National Heart Institute (IJN)

  3. 1994

    First “Bloodless” Triple Coronary Bypass Graft surgery in Malaysia by Tan Sri Dr Yahya Awang

  4. 1995

    Limb amputation performed by Dato’ Dr Charles Vijayan David where patient treated successfully with IV Iron and subcutaneous (S/C) erythropoietin

  5. 1990s

    National blood Center (PDN) led by Dato Dr Yasmi Ayob promotes rational use of blood products. Beginning of activities of Hospital Liaison Committee (HLC) of Jehovah’s witnesses (JW)

  6. 2001

    Society for the Advancement of Blood Management (SABM) founded (now Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management). Documentary- Transfusion Alternative Strategies – Simple, Safe, Effective’ screened on Tv3

  7. 2004

    Scoliosis correction in Sarawak by Professor Dr Ahmad Hata Rasit, first successful bloodless surgery of this kind performed in Malaysia

  8. 2006

    Master of Medicine (Transfusion Medicine) program established

  9. 2007

    During first bloodless aortic valve surgery in IJN, patient’s own optimised blood in conjunction with meticulous surgical techniques used by Dr Pau Kiew Kong

  10. 2010

    First group of graduates from Masters of Medicine (Transfusion Medicine) program

  11. 2012

    First PBM Symposium held in Malaysia, a collaboration between IJN, PDN & SABM; Dr Asral Wirda Ahmad Asnawi & team organise Transfusion safety workshops

  12. 2013

    Dr Jameela Sathar is introduced to PBM during a seminar and becomes a leading advocate in Malaysia

  13. 2014

    Workshops transformed from “Transfusion Safety” to “PBM” and the “Three Pillars of PBM” were incorporated

  14. 2015

    Dr Carol Lim Kar Koong is introduced to PBM & joins the team to take PBM workshops around Malaysia; Asia-Pacific Society for Patient Blood Management (ASPBM) formed

  15. 2017

    Malaysia co-hosts the 3rd ASPBM Symposium and the term ‘MyPBM' was born

  16. 2019

    Malaysian Society of Patient Blood Management (MyPBM) officially formed and local PBM guidelines developed

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