Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mat Salleh Bin Sarif is a distinguished Consultant General Surgeon and Lecturer with extensive experience since 1994. He holds special privileges in Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, including Bariatric Surgery, and a keen interest in surgical nutrition. As the Director of Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre @IIUM, he demonstrates strong leadership. His research contributions focus on novel surgical indices and post-SARS-CoV-2 surgical timing, showcasing a commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care.