Founding Director
Dr Rishikesan Kuppusamy
Consultant Neurologist
UK-trained neurologist focused on stroke and movement disorders
[One sentence in Dr Rishikesan’s own words about how he works with patients.]
- Consults in
- English, Malay
- Appointments
- Often the next day
- Clinic
- Suite A534, Pantai Hospital KL
What he treats
Dr Rishikesan diagnoses and treats conditions of the brain, nerves and muscles. These are the problems he sees most.
Why patients see Dr Rishikesan
Registered in neurology
MBBS from the University of Malaya and MRCP (UK), on the National Specialist Register for neurology.
Focused on stroke
Part of Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur’s round-the-clock stroke workflow, as featured in Robb Report Malaysia.
Finds the cause
Performs nerve conduction studies and EMG to work out whether numbness and weakness come from a nerve, a muscle or the spine.
In his words
What patients most often ask Dr Rishikesan before their first appointment.
What happens at the first appointment?
[Answer in his voice, 2 to 3 sentences. For example: I listen to the whole story, examine you, and explain what I think is going on before we decide on any tests.]
Will I need tests?
[Answer in his voice, 2 to 3 sentences. For example: Only if they will change what we do. When they help, I explain what each test shows and go through the results with you.]
How do you help with a long-term condition?
[Answer in his voice, 2 to 3 sentences. For example: We agree a plan together and adjust it as things change, so you know what to do and when to contact us.]
In the media
Where Dr Rishikesan has explained his work to the public.
Appointments and insurance
- Appointments are often available the next day, and usually within a weekWalk-ins are seen when the clinic schedule allows
- Insurance follows Pantai Hospital and IHH Healthcare panel coverageGuarantee letters are arranged through Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur
- You do not need a referral
- Bring any MRI or CT images, not only the reports
Where to find him
Suite A534, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur
8 Jalan Bukit Pantai, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Qualifications and experience
Qualifications as registered with the Malaysian Medical Council and the National Specialist Register.
Qualifications and registration
| MBBS | University of Malaya, 2002 |
|---|---|
| MRCP (UK) | Royal College of Physicians, 2006 |
| CCT in Neurology | University of Malaya and Ministry of Health, 2013 |
| Malaysian Medical Council | MMC No. 39005 |
| National Specialist Register | NSR No. 129791 (Neurology) |
Career
- Consultant Neurologist, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur[Year] – present
- [Previous position][Hospital, years]
Professional roles and publications
- Speaker, 1st Malaysia Stroke Conference2019
Works closely with
Many cases need more than one specialist. These are the colleagues Dr Rishikesan most often shares cases with, and what each brings.
Dr Arvin Rajadurai
Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist
Together on stroke. European Board-certified. Treats aneurysms through the blood vessel, without opening the skull.
View profileDr Tee Sow Kuan
Consultant Neurologist
Together on epilepsy and long-term neurology. Fellowship-trained in epilepsy in Sydney, and consults in Mandarin and Cantonese.
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Dr Azman Raffiq
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Together on whether the cause is the nerves or the spine. Former Head of Neurosurgery, Hospital Pulau Pinang.
View profileBook with Dr Rishikesan
Appointments are often available the next day. Message us and we will arrange it.