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Forging Ahead: Bridging Gaps in Global Surgery
9-11th July 2025,
Hilton Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Ch’ng Ling Sing
Urologist
Hospital Sultan Idris Shah, Serdang
Dr. Ch’ng Ling Sing is a urologist currently practicing at Hospital Sultan Idris Shah Serdang, Malaysia. She earned her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from The University of Melbourne, Australia in 2012, and completed her internship at The Northern Hospital, Victoria.
Upon returning to Malaysia, Dr. Ch’ng embarked on the Urology Parallel Pathway Training Program in 2017, gaining comprehensive experience through rotations across various public hospitals nationwide. After completing her urological training, she served at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah, Alor Setar, for two years before assuming her current role at Hospital Sultan Idris Shah Serdang.
Dr. Ch’ng has a particular interest in Paediatric Urology and is committed to pursuing advanced training in this subspecialty in the future.
Abstract
Urology in Malaysia has undergone significant evolution from its origins as a subspecialty under general surgery to a fully recognized clinical specialty. This transition was driven by the increasing burden of urological diseases, rapid technological advancements, and the growing demand for specialized care. The Malaysian Urological Association (MUA) has played a pivotal role in formalizing urology training and establishing dedicated service lines through the introduction of parallel pathway and postgraduate training programs.
Despite this progress, the delivery of urological care remains uneven across the country. Geographic disparities, limited infrastructure, and workforce imbalances—particularly the migration of specialists to the private sector—have contributed to inequitable access. Inefficient referral pathways and long waiting times for elective surgeries further strain the system, especially in under-resourced public hospitals.
Socioeconomic barriers and regional service limitations, especially in East Malaysia, compound these challenges. Strategic interventions—including increasing training capacity, expanding services to district hospitals, and setting up urology centers in each state—are necessary to achieve equitable and comprehensive urological care nationwide.