Dr Vani Chandran

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Dr Vani Chandran

👩🏻‍🎓MBChB PG Dip Child Health, New Zealand
👩🏻‍⚕️Panacea Family Clinic Ecosky KL

15/06/2025

So thrilled to be elected as the Secretary for Malaysian Medical Association Wilayah Persekutuan for the term 2025/2026.

I have been serving the MMA Wilayah Committee for the past 5 years and each year I’ve had the privilege of being mentored and guided by the best in the fraternity to an extent where I’m able to hold office at national level.

Thank you MMA Wilayah for laying the foundation for young doctors like myself and I hope more young blood will join our team to bring a difference to our fraternity.

Looking forward to the great work MMA Wilayah will be carrying out next term.

06/05/2025

Today was historic.

For the first time ever, over 700 private GPs and specialists marched to Putrajaya, standing in unity for the future of primary care in Malaysia — and ultimately, for the care that the rakyat will receive.

Many friends outside the medical fraternity have asked me, “What was the march all about?”

Here’s what we stood for:

1. Price Transparency, the Right Way
We support transparent pricing and, as per existing healthcare laws, patients have the right to request price information and itemised bills. But we oppose unnecessary interference in how this is implemented.

2. Say No to ACT 723 Enforcement in Healthcare
This Act is being enforced by a ministry not responsible for regulating healthcare, creating legal conflicts and potential chaos in how private practices are governed.

3. Fair Revision of GP Consultation Fees
Did you know our consultation fees have remained unchanged for 33 years? GPs still charge RM10–RM35 per visit, despite soaring costs of operations. If this continues, 2,600 clinics are expected to shut down in the coming years, according to the Malaysian Productivity Nexus.

4. Regulate the Middlemen – Third-Party Administrators (TPAs)
TPAs used by employers are currently unregulated. This means they can impose arbitrary admin fees, limit treatments, and compromise patient care — with no accountability.

Despite multiple engagements with the Ministry of Health, our voices have been ignored. That is why we walked to Putrajaya — not just for ourselves, but for every Malaysian who deserves access to sustainable, quality primary care.

This was not just a protest. It was a plea for reform, and a call to protect the future of healthcare in Malaysia.

04/05/2025

The Actual Narrative is Doctors Support Price Display. They Oppose the use of ACT723 under KPDN to enforce this initiative as it is conflicting with the existing ACT586 under KKM which governs private clinics.

Share the right narrative, not the propaganda spread by lobbyist.

If you do not support doctors today, the ones to suffer will be our nations healthcare with over 2600 private clinics expected to close down in the next few years.

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01/05/2025

*Doctors Bear the Burden of Shortsighted, Superficial Policy*

Healthcare costs in Malaysia are undeniably rising, and efforts to address this are necessary. GPs, like all Malaysians, support genuine initiatives to make healthcare more affordable.

However, the government’s current approach is shortsighted, flawed, and irresponsible. Instead of tackling core issues like rising insurance premiums, unchecked TPAs, unregulated hospitals, and illegal clinics, it has taken the easy way out — by targeting general practitioners.

Forcing private clinics and pharmacies to display medicine prices under Act 723, without first revising outdated consultation fees or engaging stakeholders, is unfair and amounts to regulatory bullying. It oversimplifies a complex issue and places further strain on frontline providers.

Worse, the policy was enforced without warning, consultation, or the promised fee review — a clear betrayal of trust.

In response, GPs will hold a peaceful protest on 6 May 2025. This is a stand for fairness, transparency, and the future of primary care. We urge all healthcare professionals and the public to stand with us

🗓️ *6 May 2025 (Tuesday)*
🕙 *10:00 AM*
📍 *Start: Dataran Pahlawan Negara adjacent to Ministry of Health*
🎯 *End: Prime Minister’s Office, Putrajaya*
📌 *Register here:* https://forms.gle/htfd7ZcGEzTYx2z1A

Organised by *PPS MMA*
📩 *More info:* pps@mma.org.my

09/02/2025

Successfully organized the 21st MMA Wilayah Primary Care Symposium with over 160 participants and 37 exhibition booths!

Months of intense preparation paid off, and it has been an incredible learning journey under the guidance of MMA Wilayah seniors.

Grateful for the experience, the teamwork, and the opportunity to contribute to primary care excellence!

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12/01/2025

Got roped into playing at The IHH Badminton Tournament for doctors this morning. Thanks to Dr the entire fraternity now has years long worth of evidence to mock me.

Jokes aside, had a wonderful time with my fellow colleagues. Congratulations to the winners.

I may be inspired to pick up badminton more regularly. According to Dr Vikram Veerajanan, racket sports players have longer life expectancy.

25/11/2024

🚨 Last chance to benefit from the *FREE Perkeso Comprehensive Health Screening Programme* ends December 2024! 🚨

Eligibility:

40 years and above
Actively contributing to SOCSO

Don’t miss out on this opportunity for a healthier future! Contact Panacea Family Clinic now 014-8241747 to schedule your appointment. 📞💉

014-824 1747 https://g.co/kgs/3qftVu

05/11/2024

🌸 Auckland Diaries 🌸

Exploring Auckland has been a blast! We had so much fun catching up with friends and their little ones, and even got the chance to reconnect with my ex-boss. Great memories made with wonderful people!

31/10/2024

“May this Deepavali bring light, love, and laughter into our lives. Here’s to new beginnings, the triumph of light over darkness, and joy shared with loved ones. Wishing everyone a blessed and sparkling Deepavali!” ✨🪔

27/10/2024

It was an honour to be invited to be a speaker and panellist at the conference on 27th October 2024.

Delivered a pocket talk on Primary Care being a crucial strategy in value based healthcare. Also got the opportunity to be a panellist on a session of Digital and AI integration in private healthcare.

Shared the podium with esteemed guest panellist including Datuk Dr Kuljit President of APHM, Prof Tuan Haji Amrahi President of MPS, Dr Vinod Director of Operations UCSI and Mr Ayush founder of Audacix Melbourne.

Thank you for the opportunity and congratulations on the very well organised conference.

22/10/2024

Thank you everyone for the lovely birthday wishes.

This is the first time in 10 years of working that I have not taken off on my birthday. Birthdays are usually a big deal for me with weeks of planning ahead.

This year all I wanted to do was do what I enjoy which is being at work with my favourite team and spend the evening with the apples of my eye. And a PERFECT birthday it was. Just me and all the things I love. My husband wrote the most perfect birthday card I’ve ever received and my team threw me the best surprise celebration. I received gorgeous flowers my dearest friend and lots and lots of cakes from patients, suppliers and family. Even got a lunch treat and feee box of murukku. Lucky girl!

I woke up this morning filled with gratitude for being able to look forward to another year of good health, growth, learning, joy and love. What more do I need ❤️ Thank you universe 🌎Happy birthday to my self

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