Dr. Kathiravan A/L Purmal
Craniofacial Surgery · Oral Surgery · Maxillofacial Surgery
32 years experience
5.0 (3 ratings)
About Doctor
Dr. Kathiravan A/L Purmal is a distinguished Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and Orthodontist at Columbia Asia Hospital Setapak, renowned for his unique dual specialization. He is a pioneer in orthodontic techniques, particularly effective distalization with clear aligners, and actively mentors young dentists. With over 40 international journal publications and co-authorship of three books, he is a leading educator and researcher, serving as the founding president of the Malaysian Orthodontic Practitioners' Association.
Qualifications
- BDS (University of Malaya, Malaysia)
- DGDP (UK)
- MFDSRCS (Edinburgh)
- M Orth (University of Malaya, Malaysia)
- M OrthRCS (Edinburgh)
- FRACDS (Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, Australia)
- MOM Surgery (Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia)
- FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons)
- Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery (UM)
Languages Spoken
English
Malay
Tamil
Indonesian
Patient Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
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Efy Mka
November 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Wad MD-51 Alhamdulillah, great services from the Doctor and Nurses. Dr Kathiravanan and Dr Naveendran very polite and welcoming. Nurses also nevel fail to provide a great service,. And i teally like columbia asia setapak , few times already my kids and husband admitted here. And myself, this was my first experience. ❤️💖 recommended!
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Columbia Asia Hospital Setapak
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Columbia Asia Hospital Setapak
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
4.9
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