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Dr. Lokman Saim

Dr. Lokman Saim

Otolaryngologist ·
, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

40 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Bahasa, English

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Specialises in:

Sensorineural hearing lossConductive hearing lossMixed hearing lossSevere to profound deafness requiring cochlear implantationChronic ear infections

About Dr. Lokman Saim

  • Prof. Emeritus Dato' Dr. Lokman Saim is a highly respected Otorhinolaryngologist (ENT Surgeon) with subspecialty expertise in Otology and Neurotology.
  • He is recognized as one of Malaysia's pioneers in cochlear implant surgery and has played a significant role in advancing hearing rehabilitation and ear surgery across the ASEAN region.
  • With over four decades of experience in clinical medicine, academic leadership, and medical innovation, he currently practices at KPJ Tawakkal Health Centre as a Sessional Doctor.
  • His expertise encompasses the diagnosis and management of complex ear disorders, hearing loss, balance disorders, and skull base conditions.
  • He obtained his MD from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in 1984, followed by FRCS (Edinburgh) in 1989 and Master of Surgery (Otorhinolaryngology) from UKM in 1991.
  • He further completed a Research Fellowship in Otology and Neurotology at Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA, strengthening his expertise in advanced ear and hearing surgery.
  • Dr. Lokman has been instrumental in introducing cochlear implant surgery in Malaysia and establishing multidisciplinary cochlear implant programs that have transformed hearing rehabilitation services.
  • Throughout his career, he has combined clinical excellence with leadership in medical education, research, and healthcare administration.

Conditions treated by Dato' Dr Lokman Saim

  • Sensorineural hearing loss
  • Conductive hearing loss
  • Mixed hearing loss
  • Severe to profound deafness requiring cochlear implantation
  • Chronic ear infections
  • Chronic otitis media
  • Cholesteatoma
  • Otosclerosis
  • Tympanic membrane perforation
  • Vestibular and balance disorders
  • Vertigo
  • Tinnitus
  • Facial nerve disorders related to ear pathology
  • Congenital ear abnormalities
  • Skull base ear conditions
  • Pediatric hearing disorders
  • Adult hearing rehabilitation

Area of Interest

  • Cochlear Implant Surgery
  • Otology
  • Neurotology
  • Hearing Rehabilitation
  • Microsurgery of the Ear
  • Management of Hearing Loss
  • Pediatric Otology
  • Balance Disorders
  • Ear Disease Surgery
  • Clinical Governance in Healthcare
  • Medical Education and Surgical Training

Qualification

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 1984
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), Edinburgh, 1989
  • Master of Surgery (Otorhinolaryngology) - Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 1991
  • Research Fellowship in Otology and Neurotology - Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA

Certifications (2)

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), Edinburgh
  • Research Fellowship in Otology and Neurotology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA

Memberships (3)

  • Member, College of Surgeons
  • Past President, Malaysian Society of ORL - Head & Neck Surgeons
  • Past President, ASEAN Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Federation (1997-1998)

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Procedures Performed

Cochlear Implant
Ear Surgery (Pinnaplasty)

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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.

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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 ENT Surgeon

An ENT specialist, also known as an otorhinolaryngologist, is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat, including disorders of the head and neck.

Common conditions include hearing loss, ear infections, sinusitis, nasal congestion, allergies, throat infections, sleep apnea, voice disorders, snoring, and head and neck cancers.

ENT specialists can perform a wide variety of procedures, including endoscopic sinus surgery, tonsillectomies, septoplasty, adenoidectomy, ear tube placement, hearing tests, allergy testing, and treatments for voice disorders and snoring.

You should consult an ENT doctor if you experience persistent symptoms like ear pain, hearing problems, sore throat, sinus issues, difficulty breathing through your nose, or sleep apnea symptoms.

Yes, ENT doctors can help manage allergic rhinitis, nasal congestion, and sinus problems caused by allergies. They may offer treatments such as antihistamines, decongestants, or immunotherapy.

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