Plastic Surgery International
Dr. Kim K. Tan
AM, MBBS (Lond.) FRCS (Edin.)
Fellowship in Aesthetic Surgery (Lond.)
Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic/Cosmetic Surgery
Hand & Microsurgery
Cleft Lip And Palate Association of Malaysia
(CLAPAM)
Dr. Tan was a founding member of this non-profit, non-government organisation which was established in 1992. It consists of a support group of parent volunteers; parents with children born with cleft lip and/or palate; adults with cleft lip and/or palate and healthcare professionals who manage such individuals. CLAPAM seeks to create, educate and increase the awareness level of the public regarding the management of cleft individuals and cleft issues through our various activities, whilst striving to be a one-stop centre for cleft issues nationwide.
Spread The Smile Movement Malaysia
The Spread the Smile Movement began in 2009 as a corporate responsibility campaign by ING Insurance Berhad aimed at raising awareness and acceptance of the cleft lip and palate condition.
Malaysian Association of Plastic, Aesthetic and Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons (MAPACS)
Formerly named the Malaysian Association of Plastic Surgeons (MAPS) founded in 1984, MAPACS was created with the following objectives in mind:
1. To promote the art and science of Plastic Surgery
2. To co-ordinate the activities of Plastic Surgeons, encouraging the maintenance of very high standards.
3. To represent plastic surgeons and protect their interests.
4. To foster and promote co-operation and better understanding among plastic surgeons.
5. To achieve liaison with similar bodies and other speciality bodies in Malaysia and in other countries.
Dr. Tan has been a member of the executive committee since 1999 and is currently serving his second term as vice-president of the association.
affiliates
Over the years, Dr. Tan has worked closely with organisations raising awareness and providing support for people affected by cleft lip and palate conditions. Please follow the links below for further information.
Harley Street Group
The Harley Street Group (HSG) was formed by a group of established medical professionals who share a common philosophy in healthcare delivery. Medical care must be patient-centred, up-to-date and evidence-based and above all ethical and on par with the best in the Western World. The complex nature of many medical conditions often require an integrated multidisciplinary approach to care which we believe will be best served by a network of well qualified medical professionals.