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Continue reading →: Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: A Comprehensive 7-Part Series (Part 3)Persistent nasal blockage, hearing loss, or a painless neck lump could be early warning signs of nasopharyngeal cancer. Because symptoms often mimic common sinus or ear problems, many patients present late. Learn how to recognise red flags early and when to seek medical attention.
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DR AMEEN’S PERSONAL PROFILE 🧑⚕️🍀
Dr. Ameen, ENT Specialist in Kuala Lumpur
“ENT Specialist Treating Sinus, Nose, Snoring, Vertigo & Throat Problems“
Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist (Adult & Paediatric)
Pakar Hidung, Telinga & Tekak (Dewasa & Kanak2)
🎓Qualifications
🩺MB BCh BAO Hons (Ireland🍀)
🔪Master (DrP) in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT👂👃👄), Head & Neck Surgery (UKM, Malaysia🌺)
Email: drameenpakarent@protonmail.com
Hello and welcome!,
I’m Dr Ameen, an ENT specialist based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
I am passionate about helping people breathe, hear, and live better. After years of experience at Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Tunku Azizah Women and Children Hospital, I now provide specialised care at Sunway Medical Centre Velocity, Columbia Hospital Setapak, and Klinik ANDA Wangsa Melawati. Through this page, I share simple, reliable tips and insights to help you understand and manage common ear, nose, and throat conditions with confidence.
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- TUESDAY – 8pm to 10pm (Klinik ANDA Wangsa Melawati)
- FRIDAY – 9am to 5pm (Sunway Medical Centre Velocity)
- FRIDAY – 5pm to 8pm (Columbia Asia Hospital Setapak)
- SATURDAY – 9am to 1pm (Sunway Medical Centre Velocity)
Dr. Ameen, ENT Specialist in Kuala Lumpur 