FAQ | klinikliew

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make an appointment or do you take walk-ins?

Due to limited resources, I can only accept walk-ins. Please ring to be be advised of how busy we are when you are thinking of attending. It is usually less busy on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

How long can consultations be?

Consultation times vary on a case-by-case basis. They run between 15 to 25 minutes. Depending on your needs, you may require a longer consultation time, that is, up to half an hour.

What procedural services do you provide?

Skin checks, suturing, excision, biopsy, foreign body removal, venipuncture, blood sugar monitoring, electrocardiogram (ECG), and other simple surgical procedures.
With apologies, I no longer provide gynaecological procedures such as HPV swab testing, pap smears, or speculum examination. I will assist you with a referral to my trusted panel of specialists.

Can you conduct a fitness of health assessment?

Yes, these are generally to ascertain your health in order to satisfy requirements for insurance application and PERKESO screening.
As for migrant workers, I work with FORMEMA to screen for communicable diseases during your stay in Malaysia.

How will I get my test results?

I will advise you when your pathology test is ready for interpretation. If I receive any urgent results, I will inform you to as soon as possible.
Once your radiology films and report are ready, please return to attend further consultation.
Please be aware that any investigation interpretation will cost you a consultation fee.

Can I get a medical certificate?

Medical certificates can be provided after a consultation. It is strict policy that they cannot be backdated.

Can other health professionals access information about me?

If you have been admitted to a hospital, your treating team may contact me to be informed about your care in the community.
If you have relocated or would like to transfer your information to another General Practitioner, I will write a Health Summary for continuity of your care.
Your personal information is kept in the strictest confidence.