Dear Friends, I am delighted to share that the Assunta GP Symposium 2023 was a resounding success! Held at the Connexion Conference Center on the 29th of October 2023, it was an enriching experience for all. During the symposium, I had the privilege of presenting on the basics of managing red eye and shared valuable insights to enhance our clinical practices. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow together. The event featured a wide range of topics discussed by our esteemed fellow consultants, including Dr. Sau (Consultant Paediatrician), Dr. Sathvinder (Consultant Cardiologist), Dr. Shamala (Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist),...

 Gratitude in the Form of Mangoes  Feeling grateful and fulfilled when a patient surprised me with a gift of mangoes and a bottle of Sambal after a cataract surgery.  Mangoes are a treasure trove of health benefits! They’re packed with beta-carotene antioxidants and Vitamin A, which can do wonders when our nutrient levels are on point:  Antioxidants: Lower risk of age-related eye disorders like cataracts and maculopathy. Vitamin A: Prevent night blindness (Nyctalopia)  Vitamin C: Keep cataracts at bay. Beta-Carotene: Decreases wrinkles around the face.  Grateful for this thoughtful gesture and the reminder of how valuable every connection can be. #gratitude#mangomango#MangoMagic#healthytips –––––– References :1)...

I am concerned about the recent trends of bad air pollution from the haze along klang valley especially near port klang. Here are the stats from the APIMS (Air pollution Index Management system) https://apims.doe.gov.my/home.html Here are a few stats about the latest API (17/10/23) , all of which are moderate but are reaching unhealthy levels : Klang : 93 Johan Setia : 79 Banting : 89 Shah Alam : 83 As the haze settles in, many of us are experiencing discomfort in our eyes. But do you know the real impact of this environmental phenomenon on our eye health? Here’s...

A Big Thank You to Everyone for Making Healthy Body, Healthy Vision Event a Huge Success! We’re thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our amazing visitors and participants who joined us at the Healthy Body, Healthy Vision event held at Tun Tan Cheng Lock College of Nursing on the 14th of October 2023, in celebration of World Sight Day 2023. During this memorable event, we had the privilege of meeting countless new friends and associates who benefited from our free health and eye screenings, exercise demos, dietitian consultations, and invaluable networking opportunities. Eyekath Dr.Katherine Seng Ophthalmology – 陳文慧眼科专家...