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Dr. Mohd Arif Mohd Zim

Dr. Mohd Arif Mohd Zim

Pulmonologist ·
, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

24 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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Specialises in:

AsthmaChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)PneumoniaBronchitisTuberculosis

About Dr. Mohd Arif Mohd Zim

  • With extensive knowledge of diagnosing, treating, and managing respiratory diseases, Consultant Respiratory Physician and Internal Medicine Specialist Dr Mohd Arif Mohd Zim is a seasoned consultant with a career treating patients with all types of respiratory disease.
  • Dr Mohd Zim completed his initial Medical Degree at Trinity College, Dublin (Ireland), having the additional benefit of having worked in Ireland before returning to Malaysia. After receiving a master of Internal Medicine from the University of Malaya, he completed an advanced subspecialty in respiratory medicine.
  • Dr Mohd Zim has held multiple leadership positions throughout his career, including Head of the Respiratory Unit, Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, and Associate Professor of Medicine at a Medical School.
  • He is highly skilled in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for respiratory disease and is dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-focused, high-quality care to patients with both acute and chronic lung disease.

Conditions treated by Dr Mohd Arif Mohd Zim

  • Asthma
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Pneumonia
  • Bronchitis
  • Tuberculosis
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Hyperreactive Airway Disease
  • Pneumothorax
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Chronic Cough
  • Respiratory Infections
  • Pleural Diseases
  • Interstitial Lung Disorders
  • Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Infectious Diseases
  • General Adult Medical Conditions
  • Chronic Disease Management

Area of Interest

  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Asthma Management
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Pleural Diseases
  • Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Interventional Pulmonology
  • Respiratory Infections
  • Tuberculosis Management
  • Evidence-Based Respiratory Care

Qualification

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Obstetrics (MB BCh BAO), Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
  • Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine (MMed Internal Medicine), University of Malaya

Work Experiences

  • Consultant Pulmonologist at Selayang Hospital
  • Consultant Pulmonologist at UiTM Medical Specialist Centre, Sungai Buloh
  • Consultant Pulmonologist at Hospital Al-Sultan Abdullah UiTM, Puncak Alam
  • Head of Respiratory Unit
  • Head of Internal Medicine Department
  • Associate Professor, Faculty of Medicine
  • Clinical experience in Ireland prior to returning to Malaysia

Certifications (4)

  • Advanced Subspecialty Training in Respiratory Medicine
  • Certified in Advanced Bronchoscopy Procedures
  • Specialised Training in Pleural Disease Management
  • Expertise in Pulmonary Function Testing and Respiratory Diagnostics

Memberships (4)

  • Secretary: Malaysian Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (MABIP)
  • Member: Malaysian Thoracic Society (MTS)
  • Member: Sleep Disorder Society of Malaysia (SDSM)
  • Member: European Respiratory Society (ERS)

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FAQ's Related to Pulmonologist

You should consult a respiratory specialist if you experience a persistent cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, recurrent chest infections, coughing up blood, or symptoms that may indicate lung disease.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that causes breathing difficulties due to airflow obstruction. Common symptoms include chronic cough, breathlessness, and excessive mucus production.

Bronchoscopy is a procedure that allows a specialist to examine the airways and lungs using a flexible camera. It can help diagnose infections, lung diseases, airway abnormalities, and certain cancers.

Asthma is typically diagnosed through a clinical assessment, lung function tests such as spirometry, and evaluation of symptoms including wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing.

Pulmonary function testing measures how well the lungs work. These tests help diagnose respiratory conditions, assess disease severity, and monitor treatment effectiveness.

Recurrent chest infections may be caused by chronic lung diseases, smoking, weakened immunity, structural lung abnormalities, or underlying respiratory disorders such as bronchiectasis.

Pleural diseases affect the lining around the lungs and may include pleural effusion, pleurisy, pneumothorax, and pleural infections. Specialised procedures may be required for diagnosis and treatment.

Many respiratory diseases can be prevented or managed by avoiding smoking, reducing exposure to pollutants, maintaining vaccinations, practising good hygiene, and seeking early medical evaluation for respiratory symptoms.

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