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Dr. Affirul Chairil Ariffin

Dr. Affirul Chairil Ariffin

General Surgeon ·
, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

14 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Bahasa, English

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Specialises in:

Liver TumorsLiver CancerGallstonesGallbladder DiseaseBile Duct Disorders

About Dr. Affirul Chairil Ariffin

  • Dr Affirul Chairil Ariffin is a Consultant General Surgeon who specialises in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) and Trauma Surgery.
  • He received his medical degree from International Medical University (IMU) and completed advanced surgical training as a Doctor of General Surgery at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
  • His education was further enhanced by completing fellowship training in HPB and Trauma Surgery in Malaysia and South Korea through internationally recognised programs. Dr. Affirul is also an accredited Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the International College of Surgeons (FICS).
  • Dr. Affirul provides high-quality surgical care in an evidence-based manner using a patient-focused approach to assist with improving clinical outcomes related to treating complex liver, pancreas, and biliary tract disease, performing general surgery, and providing care for patients who have been injured.

Conditions treated by Associate Professor Dr Affirul Chairil Ariffin

  • Liver Tumors
  • Liver Cancer
  • Gallstones
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Bile Duct Disorders
  • Cholangiocarcinoma
  • Pancreatic Tumors
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Pancreatitis
  • Hepatobiliary Malignancies
  • Hernias
  • Appendicitis
  • Soft Tissue Masses
  • Abdominal Trauma
  • Blunt Trauma Injuries
  • Penetrating Trauma Injuries
  • Emergency Surgical Conditions
  • Gastrointestinal Surgical Disorders
  • Benign Liver Diseases
  • General Surgical Conditions

Area of Interest

  • General Surgery
  • Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery
  • Liver Surgery
  • Pancreatic Surgery
  • Biliary Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Emergency Surgical Care
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Gallbladder Surgery
  • Complex Abdominal Surgery
  • Hepatobiliary Malignancies
  • Pancreatic Disorders
  • Acute Care Surgery
  • Advanced Surgical Management

Qualification

  • MBBS, International Medical University (IMU), Malaysia (2004)
  • DrGenSurg (Doctor of General Surgery), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) (2012)

Work Experiences

  • Consultant General Surgeon
  • Specialist in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery
  • Trauma and Emergency Surgery Specialist

Certifications (3)

  • Fellowship in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) and Trauma Surgery, Malaysia and South Korea
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS)

Memberships (2)

  • American College of Surgeons
  • International College of Surgeons

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Procedures Performed

Appendectomy
Kidney Stone Removal
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Partial Colectomy
Total Colectomy
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Associate Professor Dr Affirul Chairil Ariffin is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s questions and the doctor's medical recommendations.

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

The option to share your medical records is available between steps in the form provided on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, with assistance from our case managers.

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to General surgeon

An HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) Surgeon specialises in diagnosing and surgically treating diseases of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts, including both benign and cancerous conditions.

You should consult an HPB Surgeon if you have liver disease, gallstones, pancreatic disorders, bile duct abnormalities, abdominal tumors, or have been advised to undergo specialised hepatobiliary surgery.

Liver surgery may be recommended for liver cancer, metastatic tumors, benign liver tumors, liver cysts, and certain traumatic liver injuries.

Pancreatic surgery is performed to treat pancreatic tumors, pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, cysts, and other structural abnormalities affecting the pancreas.

Trauma surgery focuses on the emergency surgical management of injuries caused by accidents, falls, blunt trauma, penetrating injuries, and other life-threatening conditions.

Not always. However, symptomatic gallstones often require surgical removal of the gallbladder, especially when they cause pain, infection, inflammation, or complications.

Specialised HPB surgeons have advanced training in managing complex liver, pancreas, and biliary conditions, helping improve surgical precision, safety, and patient outcomes.

Early diagnosis enables timely intervention, broadens treatment options, reduces complications, and improves outcomes for both benign and malignant hepatobiliary and pancreatic conditions.

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