ASAMI MALAYSIA

Official Malaysian country chapter of ASAMI International

In the early 1990s, Ilizarov surgery was introduced in Malaysia. The surgery was initially performed at University Hospital (University Malaya) under the supervision of Prof Dr Saw Aik and at Hospital Seremban by Dato Dr Thirumal Manickam. The first official ASAMI Malaysia Congress took place in 2013, followed by a second congress in 2015 in Klang, Malaysia. Since then, the ASAMI meeting has alternated with the National Ilizarov Course.

Malaysia has actively participated in regional and international ASAMI meetings. Prof Dr Saw Aik represented ASAMI Malaysia until 2010, when Dato Dr Thirumal Manickam took over as Chairman. In 2016, Prof Dr Chua Yeok Pin became the third Chairman, followed by Prof Nazri bin Mohd Yusof, who led the congress from 2018 to 2022. Currently, Dr Norhaslinda binti Bahaudin chairs the organization.

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Message from President

Greetings,

I am pleased to announce the advancement of limb reconstruction techniques in limb salvage and deformity correction, specifically through the use of ring external fixators and monolateral external fixators that follow the principles and techniques of Ilizarov.

I believe it is crucial to increase awareness and educate young orthopedic surgeons on the correct application of these devices in order to achieve successful outcomes for our patients. Collaboration with plastic surgeons and infectious disease physicians is essential for successful limb salvage procedures.

Furthermore, the involvement of rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists is paramount in assisting patients with external fixators to regain mobility and independence in their daily activities. By working together as a cohesive team, we can ensure that patients receive comprehensive care throughout their recovery process.

I am excited to announce that multiple limb reconstruction courses will be held in Malaysia to provide hands-on training and education on the use of Ilizarov principles. Our goal is to empower young orthopedic surgeons to confidently apply these techniques and achieve optimal outcomes in terms of bone union and functional recovery for their patients.

Let us continue to strive for excellence in limb salvage and reconstruction, and work together towards the betterment of our patients’ lives.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to advancing orthopedic care.

Sincerely,
Dr Norhaslinda Bahaudin
Orthopaedic Consultant
Sub Specialty in Advanced Musculoskeletal Trauma
Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital, Seremban