Neurology team
Dr Tee Sow Kuan
Consultant Neurologist
Fellowship-trained in epilepsy in Sydney
[One sentence in Dr Tee’s own words about how she works with patients.]
- Consults in
- English, Mandarin, Malay, Cantonese
- Appointments
- Often the next day
- Clinic
- Suite A523, Pantai Hospital KL
What she treats
Dr Tee diagnoses and treats conditions of the brain and nerves. These are the problems she sees most.
Why patients see Dr Tee
Epilepsy fellowship in Sydney
Completed specialist fellowship training in epilepsy in Sydney, Australia.
Researches epilepsy in Malaysia
Co-author of national studies on how common epilepsy is in Malaysia (2021) and on seizure control (2022).
Speaks four languages
Consults in English, Mandarin, Malay and Cantonese.
In her words
What patients most often ask Dr Tee before their first appointment.
What happens at the first appointment?
[Answer in her 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 her 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 her 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 Tee has explained her 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 her
Suite A523, 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
| Doctor of Medicine (MD) | Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2008 |
|---|---|
| MRCP (UK) | Royal College of Physicians, 2012 |
| Fellowship in Epilepsy | Sydney, Australia |
| Malaysian Medical Council | MMC No. 48312 |
| National Specialist Register | NSR No. 131748 (Neurology) |
Career
- Consultant Neurologist, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur[Year] – present
- [Previous position][Hospital, years]
Professional roles and publications
- Co-author, “Seizure remission rates remain low in a resource-limited country”, Journal of Clinical Neuroscience2022
- Co-author, “Prevalence study of epilepsy in Malaysia”, Epilepsy Research2021
Works closely with
Many cases need more than one specialist. These are the colleagues Dr Tee most often shares cases with, and what each brings.
Dr Rishikesan Kuppusamy
Consultant Neurologist
Together on long-term neurology care. MRCP (UK)-trained neurologist. Nerve conduction studies show whether the cause is a nerve or the spine.
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Dr Kevin Sek Weng Yew
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Together on seizures caused by tumours. Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in neurosurgery, and consults in Mandarin.
View profileDr Arvin Rajadurai
Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist
Together on stroke. European Board-certified. Treats aneurysms through the blood vessel, without opening the skull.
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