Dr. ARUNA A/P KUMARASAMY

About Dr. Aruna

Dr. Aruna Kumarasamy has been practising medicine since 2017, having chosen the profession because she wanted to help the sick. Patients see her for everyday primary care, health screening, occupational health, travel vaccinations and ongoing care for chronic conditions, delivered in a holistic, no-judgement way.

Medical Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)International Medical University, Malaysia · 2016
• Occupational Health Doctor (OHD)National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

Professional membership

• NIOSH

Clinical Experience

Dr. Aruna has worked at Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Hospital Jelebu, gaining experience in internal medicine, general surgery, emergency and trauma, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics and orthopaedics. Her Occupational Health Doctor qualification from NIOSH adds workplace health to her experience in general practice and preventive care.

Hospitals she has worked at

• Hospital Kuala Lumpur
• Hospital Jelebu

Clinical Interests

• General Practice & Primary Care
• Preventive Medicine & Health Screening
• Occupational Health
• Travel Medicine & Vaccinations
• Chronic Disease Management

Procedures she routinely performs

• Cryotherapy for warts and skin lesions
• Suturing and wound closure
• Minor surgery (excision, incision and drainage)
• Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
• Pap smear
• Joint and soft-tissue injection
• Ear syringing
• Vaccination
• Ultrasound
• Wound care and dressing

Patient Care Philosophy

Dr. Aruna is most passionate about primary care, where she can treat each patient as a whole and help prevent chronic disease. Her approach is holistic, looking at the whole person rather than a single complaint. Patients can expect a no-judgement consultation in which their concerns are listened to and properly addressed.

“Health is wealth – we don't appreciate it until we fall sick. Taking care of yourself is as important as other aspects of your life.”– Dr. Aruna Kumarasamy

Languages Spoken

• English
• Bahasa Malaysia
• Tamil