Associate Professor Dr Anand Sanmugam

Associate Professor Dr. Anand Sanmugam is a premier Consultant Paediatric and Neonatal Surgeon at UM Specialist Centre, distinguished by his elite international training and leadership in the surgical care of children. After earning his Doctor of Medicine, he became a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, a hallmark of surgical excellence. Dr. Anand further honed his expertise with a prestigious Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Surgery at Perth Children's Hospital in Western Australia, where he gained extensive experience in advanced procedures. This specialized Western training makes him an authority in minimally-invasive (laparoscopic) surgery for children, a technique that ensures less pain and faster recovery for young patients. His areas of focus include general paediatric surgery, paediatric urology, thoracic surgery, and treating cancers in children. As a key figure in shaping the future of his specialty, he helps write the national curriculum for paediatric surgery in Malaysia. Parents seeking a highly qualified and compassionate surgeon with world-class, Western-based training for their children can place their absolute confidence in Dr. Anand Sanmugam's expert care.