Compassionate, Holistic Cancer Care at Mount Miriam
At Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital in Penang, we believe that quality cancer care goes beyond medical treatment. From diagnosis and treatment planning to recovery and palliative care, our dedicated team of cancer specialists and healthcare professionals works together to provide personalised, holistic cancer care that supports each patient’s physical, emotional and overall well-being.
Our team includes experienced clinical oncologists such as Dr Rakesh Raman and Dr Choong Swee Hsia, alongside specialists in diagnostic imaging, palliative medicine and oncology nutrition. Together, they support patients through different stages of their cancer journey, combining medical expertise with compassionate, patient-centred care.
Whether you are seeking a cancer specialist in Penang, exploring treatment options or looking for supportive care, Mount Miriam is committed to helping patients and families navigate their cancer journey with confidence, comfort and dignity.
Dr Rakesh Raman
Consultant Clinical Oncologist
MBBS, MD (India), Fellowship (NCC, Singapore), Master of Palliative Care (Australia)
Dr Rakesh Raman is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital with around 30 years of experience in oncology. He joined Mount Miriam in 2005 and has since dedicated more than 20 years to caring for cancer patients at the hospital.
His clinical experience spans Radiation and medical oncology, with particular expertise in Radiotherapy, brachytherapy and palliative and supportive cancer care. He has extensive experience in the management of breast, lung, endometrium, liver, and nasopharynx tumours, as well as cancers of the cervix and oesophagus.
Dr Rakesh received his medical training in India and completed his MD in Radiation Oncology at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India. He later worked in Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology at the National Cancer Centre Singapore. He also holds a Degree in Master of Palliative Care from Edith Cowan University, Australia.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr Rakesh has been involved in cancer research and has contributed to publications across several areas of oncology, including brain tumours, cervical cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer and cancer biomarkers.
Dr Choong Swee Hsia
Visiting Consultant Clinical Oncologist
MBBS (UM), M.Clin.Onc. (UM)
Dr Choong Swee Hsia is a Visiting Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital and a registered specialist in Clinical Oncology in Malaysia. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Malaya in 2008 and completed her specialist training in Clinical Oncology at the same university in 2018.
Her clinical practice encompasses the management of a broad range of cancers using systemic treatments and radiotherapy. She is also actively involved in cancer clinical research, with particular experience in breast, thyroid, melanoma, lung, and pancreatic cancer studies.
Dr Choong has served as Principal Investigator for various clinical trials, including international Phase 1a, 1b, II, and III studies investigating newer treatment approaches for advanced breast cancer.
She has also contributed as an investigator and co-author to international thyroid cancer research, reflecting her continued involvement in advancing evidence-based cancer treatment and improving treatment options for patients.
Dr Jaishree Sharmini
Visiting Palliative Medicine Consultant
MD (Indonesia), M. MED Internal (UM), RACP Dip Pal (Australia)
Dr Jaishree Sharmini is a Visiting Palliative Medicine Consultant at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital and a registered specialist in both Internal Medicine and Palliative Medicine. She has more than 20 years of medical experience and specialises in palliative medicine.
She received her medical degree from Universitas Andalas, Indonesia, before completing her Master of Internal Medicine at the University of Malaya. She subsequently pursued further training in palliative medicine in Australia.
Beyond her clinical work, Dr Jaishree is actively involved in advancing palliative care in Malaysia. She has contributed to national palliative-care policy and specialist training initiatives and is involved in professional education through the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Her particular interests include improving access to palliative care, strengthening community-based care and advocating for patients living with serious illness.
Dr Afif Suffian Bin Adnan
Consultant Radiologist
MD (CSMU), MRAD (USM)
Dr Afif Suffian Bin Adnan is a Consultant Radiologist at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital and a registered specialist in Clinical Radiology in Malaysia.
He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from Crimea State Medical University in 2011 before completing his Master of Medicine in Radiology at Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2021.
As part of Mount Miriam’s multidisciplinary cancer care team, Dr Afif supports the diagnosis, assessment and ongoing management of cancer patients through medical imaging, helping clinicians obtain the information needed to guide treatment decisions and monitor patients throughout their care.
Prior to joining Mount Miriam, Dr Afif practised in the public healthcare sector after completing his housemanship at Ampang Hospital, including stints at Hospital Pulau Pinang and Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim in Sungai Petani.
Marcus Lee Chun Kit
Oncology Dietitian
Bachelor of Dietetics (Hons) UKM
Marcus Lee is an Oncology Dietitian at Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital and a registered dietitian with the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council. He holds a Bachelor of Dietetics (Hons) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
His work focuses on helping cancer patients maintain good nutrition before, during and after treatment. Through personalised nutrition counselling, he supports patients in meeting their calorie, protein and fluid requirements while managing challenges such as changes in appetite and other treatment-related dietary concerns.
Marcus also works with caregivers to provide practical guidance on meal planning and ways to improve a patient’s nutritional intake. His approach aims to help patients maintain their strength, support recovery and improve their overall quality of life throughout their cancer journey.
Beyond patient consultations, Marcus has also been involved in cancer nutrition education, including sharing practical guidance on nutrition for cancer prevention and during cancer treatment.
Medical Officers
Dr Lim Jian Jyh
MBBS (Malaya)
Dr Thilaka Batumalai
MBBS (MMMC – Manipal University)
Dr Lem Shen Yung
MBBS (IMU)
Anaesthesiologist
Dato’ Dr Yong Chow Yen
MD (Mal), M Med (Anaes) (Mal), FRCA (UK), DSPN
Visiting Consultants
Dr Loh Kok Beng
Visiting Consultant Interventional Radiologist