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SOEM-MMA is a society within the Malaysian Medical Association for doctors with interest in occupational and environmental medicine.

The page is created to provide information on the activity of SOEM-MMA and to share information related to occupational and environmental medicine. The administrator of the page will only address issue regarding SOEM-MMA activities. Other issue raised which is not related to SOEM-MMA activities not be entertained. Any person who post advertisement on the page without seeking prior approval from the SOEM-MMA committee members will be barred from the page in the future.

16/07/2025

📣📣SEATS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!📣

🌟 Step into the Future of Occupational Health!🌟

Occupational Health Practitioners, this is your chance to stay ahead of the curve!

Join us for the SOEM Annual General Meeting & Seminar 2025

Theme: The Human Operating System: Rebooting Workplace Health in a High-Performance Era

📅 19 July 2025 (Saturday)
⏰ 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
📍 AC Hotel, Jalan Lumut, KL

👥 Why Attend?

✅ Learn to shift from compliance to culture for a sustainable workplace action
✅ Master energy management techniques for high-performing teams
✅ Get a glimpse into the future of AI in medical practice and occupational health
✅ Discover the advancements in management of tropical diseases for safeguarding employee productivity

MMA CPD Points & DOSH CEP Points available for participants who attend the full session!

👉 Early Registration Fee:
– RM 175 for SOEM Members (50% discount!)
– RM 400 for Government Medical/Allied Health Practitioners & Medical Students
– RM 450 for Non-SOEM Members & Private Sector

Register at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUekItC2YAxNEM1oiKocBQcHgZvsT6NM2hDMyVj21cLr--sA/viewform

For further details and registration, contact:
📧 soem@mma.org.my
(Attn: Ms. Lydia)

This is THE event for occupational health professionals, GPs, safety officers, HR personnel, and students.

Secure your spot and future-proof your practice!

25/06/2025

🌟 Step into the Future of Occupational Health!🌟

Occupational Health Practitioners, this is your chance to stay ahead of the curve!

Join us for the SOEM Annual General Meeting & Seminar 2025

Theme: The Human Operating System: Rebooting Workplace Health in a High-Performance Era

📅 19 July 2025 (Saturday)
⏰ 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
📍 AC Hotel, Jalan Lumut, KL

👥 Why Attend?

✅ Learn to shift from compliance to culture for a sustainable workplace action
✅ Master energy management techniques for high-performing teams
✅ Get a glimpse into the future of AI in medical practice and occupational health
✅ Discover the advancements in management of tropical diseases for safeguarding employee productivity

MMA CPD Points & DOSH CEP Points available for participants who attend the full session!

👉 Early Registration Fee:
– RM 175 for SOEM Members (50% discount!)
– RM 400 for Government Medical/Allied Health Practitioners & Medical Students
– RM 450 for Non-SOEM Members & Private Sector

Register at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUekItC2YAxNEM1oiKocBQcHgZvsT6NM2hDMyVj21cLr--sA/viewform

For further details and registration, contact:
📧 soem@mma.org.my
(Attn: Ms. Lydia)

This is THE event for occupational health professionals, GPs, safety officers, HR personnel, and students.

Secure your spot and future-proof your practice!

17/05/2025

📣Success! SOEM CPD Seminar – 17th May 2025📣

We are thrilled to share that the SOEM CPD Seminar held on 17th May 2025 at AC Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, was a resounding success! 🎉

A total of 29 enthusiastic participants, including all the way from Brunei joined us for a full-day seminar & tabletop exercise that covered a wide range of vital topics- Disaster Management, Risk Assessment Techniques, Emergency Response Planning, Case Studies, role of various stakeholders, and more.

Participants actively engaged in the tabletop exercise session led by Dr Nabil from Emergency & Trauma Department of Hospital Selayang & Tuan Tc Zulkhairani Ramli from Fire & Rescue Department, contributing insightful perspectives and solutions. The energy and collaboration in the room truly made the session both dynamic and impactful.

A heartfelt thank you to our esteemed speakers & facilitators:
• Dr Lim Jac Fang
• Dr Nabil Muhammad Al Kuddoos
• Tc Zulkhairani Ramli
• Lt. Col. Dr Ajantha Segarmurthy
• Dr Tam Jenn Zhueng

Your expertise and passion greatly enriched the learning experience. 🌟🌹🌟🌹

We would also like to thank all attendees for your participation and dedication to continuous professional development. Judging by the positive feedback and lively discussions, it’s safe to say that everyone walked away with valuable knowledge and practical tools to enhance disaster preparedness for the industry.

Stay tuned for future events! We will be coming over to East Malaysia to share similar experience!

13/05/2025

4 MORE DAYS TO GO!📣📣📣
Limited seats available!

SOEM CPD SEMINAR 2025

⚙️ A Practical Approach to Disaster Preparedness for Industry⚠️

📣 Get ready for an impactful full-day seminar!

📅 *Date:* Saturday, 17 May 2025
🕗 *Time:* 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 *Venue:* AC Hotel, Jalan Lumut, Off Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur

Join us for a power-packed session with industry experts and hands-on strategies to boost your disaster readiness!

What’s in Store?
🧠 Risk Assessment Techniques
🚨 Emergency Response Planning
🏃‍♂️ Training & Drills for Readiness
♻️ Business Continuity Planning
📑 Compliance & Legal Requirements
🔥 Lessons from Real-Life Industrial Disasters
🛠️ Practical Tools & Resources

Who Should Attend?
👨‍⚕️ Occupational Health Practitioners
👷 OSH Officers
👩‍💼 Managers & HR Personnel
🎓 Students
👨‍⚖️ GPs & Healthcare Professionals

✅ CPD / CEP Points Awarded:
🎓 MMA CPD Points
🏅 DOSH CEP Points (3x TWF)
Points awarded upon full attendance

🔗 Register now:
https://forms.gle/Jv81NrC6LknXX8pC6

Let’s build safer, stronger workplaces — together!

24/04/2025

SOEM CPD SEMINAR 2025

⚙️ A Practical Approach to Disaster Preparedness for Industry⚠️

📣 Get ready for an impactful full-day seminar!

📅 *Date:* Saturday, 17 May 2025
🕗 *Time:* 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 *Venue:* AC Hotel, Jalan Lumut, Off Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur

Join us for a power-packed session with industry experts and hands-on strategies to boost your disaster readiness!

What’s in Store?
🧠 Risk Assessment Techniques
🚨 Emergency Response Planning
🏃‍♂️ Training & Drills for Readiness
♻️ Business Continuity Planning
📑 Compliance & Legal Requirements
🔥 Lessons from Real-Life Industrial Disasters
🛠️ Practical Tools & Resources

Who Should Attend?
👨‍⚕️ Occupational Health Practitioners
👷 OSH Officers
👩‍💼 Managers & HR Personnel
🎓 Students
👨‍⚖️ GPs & Healthcare Professionals

✅ CPD / CEP Points Awarded:
🎓 MMA CPD Points
🏅 DOSH CEP Points (3x TWF)
Points awarded upon full attendance

🔗 Register now:
https://forms.gle/Jv81NrC6LknXX8pC6

Let’s build safer, stronger workplaces — together!

04/03/2025

[SERANTA AWAM ATAS TALIAN]📣📣📣

Maklumbalas Terhadap Guideline on Prevention and Management of HIV at The Workplace 202x.

Kongsikan pandangan anda!

Para Pelanggan yang Dihormati,
Untuk makluman anda JKKP dalam proses penggubalan Guideline on Prevention and Management of HIV at The Workplace 202x.
Sehubungan itu, Jabatan memerlukan maklumbalas atau cadangan daripada anda sebagai pemegang taruh ataupun orang yang berkepentingan untuk menambahbaik garis panduan ini.

Kongsikan maklumbalas atau cadangan anda dan hantar maklumbalas ke musna@mohr.gov.my.

Pautan Muat Turun Slide Pembentangan:
https://lnkd.in/gKxnJSvJ

Pautan Muat Turun Borang Maklumbalas:
https://lnkd.in/grhzbpyV

24/02/2025

📣And it’s a success!📣🔥🔥

❤️Thank You for Your Support!❤️🌹

A heartfelt thank you to everyone for the overwhelming support and participation in our ‘Building Connections in Occupational Health: A Networking Seminar for Health Professionals’ on 22 February 2025 (Saturday) at St Giles Boulevard!

The workshop was a great success, with 23 dedicated participants staying for the full session. We received encouraging feedback and a strong request to hold a similar session in Johor Bahru for the southern region.

Moving forward, we will carefully review all the feedback and ideas shared to ensure our future sessions are even more engaging, innovative, and impactful. Our commitment remains strong in fostering growth and connections within the Occupational Health community in Malaysia.

Stay tuned for more updates!

01/02/2025

Join Us for an Unmissable Event!

Building Connections in Occupational Health: A Networking Seminar for Health Professionals

Date: 22 February 2025 (Saturday)
Venue: St Giles Boulevard, Midvalley Megamall

Are you ready to strengthen your network, enhance your skills, and gain insights that will elevate your Occupational Health practice?

The Building Connections in Occupational Health: Occupational Health: A Networking Seminar for Health Professionals is designed for health professionals passionate about advancing their careers, fostering collaborations, and navigating challenges in the dynamic field of Occupational Health.

What Awaits You?

1. Networking and Collaboration: Meet and connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and build lasting relationships with peers and experienced Occupational Health practitioners.
2. Knowledge Sharing : Dive into engaging discussions where participants share best practices, tackle challenges, and explore innovative solutions to improve workplace health outcomes.
3. Collaborative Problem-Solving: Participate in interactive sessions aimed at solving practice-related challenges and empowering new practitioners with actionable strategies in Occupational Health
4. Professional Development: Discover the latest trends, innovations, and best practices in Occupational Health to stay ahead in your profession.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is tailored for Occupational Health Doctors (OHDs), Medical Officers from both government and private sectors, and General Practitioners who are keen to grow their expertise in Occupational Health. Special emphasis is placed on supporting newly qualified practitioners and providing them with the tools to thrive in this field.

Why Attend?

• Strengthen your professional network.
• Gain valuable insights and practical solutions to real-world challenges in Occupational Health.
• Be inspired by thought leaders and fellow Occupational Health practitioners.
• Take your Occupational Health practice to the next level!

Mark your calendar for 22 February 2025-your next step in professional growth starts here!

For more information, contact us at soem@mma.org.my

Registration link:

Scan the QR code in the poster or click

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOf3kBpB9GHWubbnQQZzn7NP3xh2hJNF6C-V_9uvps_8xeMw/viewform

08/12/2024

🚨 Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep & Workplace Safety! 🚨

On 23rd November 2024, the Society of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (SOEM, MMA) kicked off the final CPD for 2024 with a power-packed seminar on Sleep Hygiene and Fatigue Management at the AC Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

Here’s what went down:
💡 The Science of Fatigue: A consultant psychiatrist (Dr Dandaithapani) specializing in Occupational Psychiatry dove deep into the physiology of fatigue.
🏭 Industry Insights: The Custodian Health Advisor from PETRONAS, Dr Nizam Jemoin eye-opening strategies on managing fatigue in high-demand environments.
🚗 Road Safety Matters: MIROS expert, Dr Sharifah Liew revealed the critical link between fatigue and road safety, offering actionable tips to stay alert.
👃 Sleep Apnoea Solutions: Dr Ranveer Singh, a renowned Otorhinolaryngologist in town unpacked the role of ENT in identifying and managing sleep-related disorders.
🛠️ Hands-On Experience: A practical session on Fatigue Risk Assessment by Dr Khairil Idham, one of key experts in the country for Fatigue Management equipped participants with essential tools to tackle fatigue head-on.

The Q&A sessions were buzzing with engaging discussions, problem-solving, and innovative ideas to combat fatigue in the workplace.

Thank you to all speakers and participants for making this event a huge success! Together, we’re paving the way for safer, healthier workplaces. 💪

19/11/2024

SLEEP HYGIENE AND FATIGUE MANAGEMENT
SOEM CPD Series 3, 2024

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE!

Fatigue is an often-overlooked issue in the workplace that can lead to accidents, exacerbate medical and occupational problems, and result in significant costs due to manpower loss, reduced productivity, and medical expenses.

In response, industries are actively exploring innovative strategies to address fatigue risk factors. Quality sleep plays a pivotal role in this effort.

The Society of Occupational & Environmental Medicine (SOEM, MMA) is pleased to announce its CPD Series 3 Seminar, offering a holistic approach to fatigue management tailored for industry professionals.

Seminar Details:

Title: Sleep Hygiene and Fatigue Management
Date: 23rd November 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: AC Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Key Information:

A Certificate of Attendance with DOSH-CEP points and MMA CPD points will be awarded only to attendees who participate in all lecture sessions.

Registration Fees:

RM 350: SOEM members (subject to full payment of 2024 SOEM subscription & MMA membership fees)
RM 400: Doctors, Allied Healthcare Professionals from Government Agencies, & Medical Students
RM 450: Non-SOEM members & participants from the private sector

Registration Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctV7xA1Ncn8MqTkJ-L8ru2AXL-oqFJefDdVydISoCR7UcJnA/viewform?usp=pp_url

For further inquiries, please contact the SOEM Secretariat:

Ms. Lydia at 03-40411375 (ext. 129)
Email: soem@mma.org.my

Join us for this insightful seminar and contribute to creating safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces.!🌟🌟🌟

21/07/2024

🌟Annual General Meeting 2024/2025 and Annual Seminar

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for SOEM, MMA, along with the Annual Seminar, was successfully concluded on 20th July 2024 at AC Marriott Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

The AGM included presentations of the annual report and financial report, updates on projects and interventions executed, as well as discussions on forward-looking measures.

Elected Committee Members for the 2024/2025 Term:
- Chairman:Dr. Priya Ragunath
- Vice Chairman:Dr. Jaseema Begum Nazir Khan
- Secretary:Dr. Ganesh Balasingham
- Assistant Secretary:Dr. Dayanath Manivasagam
- Treasurer:Dr. Santhanamohan Nagesperam

Committee Members:
1. Dr. Kumaran Krishnan
2. Dr. Lim Jac Fang
3. Dr. Tham Jenn Zhueng
4. Dr. Rama Krishna Supramanian
5. Dr. Gowreesan Ariaratnam

The Annual Seminar saw the participation of over 30 attendees and focused on Occupational Allergies. Expert speakers including industry leader, Consultant Dermatologist, Consultant Ophthalmologist, and Consultant Respiratory Physician, shared their insights. The day was deemed fruitful, with overwhelming support from the attendees.

We eagerly anticipate a more engaging and productive 2024/2025 term to elevate SOEM, MMA to greater heights!

17/07/2024

🔥PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON UPDATES FOR ROAD CLOSURE AND AGM AS ATTACHED🔥

🌟 Join our Annnual Occupational Health Seminar on Occupational Allergies! 🌟

Are you managing or handling employees with allergies at the workplace? 🤧 Join us for an enlightening seminar dedicated to understanding and managing Occupational Allergies in conjunction with our Annual General Meeting!

📅 Date: 20th July 2024

🕒 Time: 8.30 am-5.30 pm

📍 Location: AC Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

What You'll Learn?
🔹 Common occupational allergies
🔹 Effective prevention, governance, and management strategies
🔹 How to create a healthier work environment
🔹 Tips on personal protective equipment and safety measures
🔹 Real-life case studies and expert insights

Who Should Attend?
✅ Occupational Health Doctors / Advisors
✅ Employers and HR professionals
✅ Occupational Safety and Health Officers
✅ General Practitioners
✅ Anyone interested in occupational health
✅Undergraduate and postgraduate students

Registration:
🌐 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFVSjQvUVvtOB9ysRAzOXQFA0NBkdQbWUbGdXfdkMHcOvRfA/viewform?usp=pp_url

Further enquiries please contact SOEM secretariat, Ms Lydia at 03-40411375 ext. 129 or email to soem@mma.org.my

🔥Road closure details can be read further in the pictures attached🔥

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Telephone

+60340411375

Website

http://www.soem-mma.org.my/

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