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Is virtual consultation available before traveling?

Absolutely. We offer a free consultation with our in-house doctor before you decide to travel, so you have a clear picture of your condition and treatment plan before making the trip.

Is consultation available in multiple languages?

Yes, consultations are available in multiple languages so you can communicate comfortably and clearly understand your condition and treatment plan.

Dr Cheah Seong Keat

Internal Medicine

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Dr Cheah Seong Keat

Internal Medicine specialist · Diabetes mellitus, Thyroid disorders, Osteoporosis

Internal Medicine & Endocrinology

MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United KingdomFRCP (Edinburgh) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

Island Hospital · Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Speaks Mandarin, Hokkien, Cantonese, Bahasa Melayu, English

Profile verified with the hospital

Asking is free and commits you to nothing, just a WhatsApp chat. A doctor replies in minutes.

First time here? Medifly is a doctor-led service for surgery and complex treatment abroad, an official partner of Island Hospital. Our doctors guide you from first question to home again.

Free for you. Partner hospitals pay usThe same price the hospital charges, not moreA medical team beside you, door to door

About Dr. Cheah

Dr. Cheah treats Diabetes mellitus, Thyroid disorders, Osteoporosis.

Dr Cheah Seong Keat is a physician and endocrinologist with extensive expertise in internal medicine, diabetes management, and hormonal disorders. He manages a broad range of endocrine and metabolic conditions including diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary diseases, and other hormone-related conditions. With advanced specialist training in endocrinology and diabetes, Dr Cheah Seong Keat focuses on evidence-based treatment approaches aimed at improving long-term metabolic health and reducing complications associated with chronic endocrine diseases. He provides comprehensive medical care that includes lifestyle management, medication optimisation, preventive strategies, and long-term disease monitoring. Dr Cheah Seong Keat is committed to delivering personalised patient care through detailed evaluation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continuous patient education to support optimal disease control and improved quality of life. LRCP & SI — Licentiate of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ireland MBBChBAO (Hons) (NUI) — Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor in the Art of Obstetrics with Honours from National University of Ireland

Conditions Treated

Diabetes mellitusThyroid disordersOsteoporosisHormonal disordersAdrenal disordersPituitary disorders

Procedure Focus

Diabetes management
Endocrine assessment
Hormonal evaluation
Metabolic disease management
Chronic disease monitoring

Credentials

LRCP & SI — Licentiate of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ireland
MBBChBAO (Hons) (NUI) — Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor in the Art of Obstetrics with Honours from National University of Ireland
MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom
FRCP (Edinburgh) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
CCT (Endocrinology & Diabetes) — Certificate of Completion of Training in Endocrinology and Diabetes

Where Dr. Cheah practises.

4.4/5(3,154)

Island Hospital

JCIMSQHACHS

Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Leading private tertiary hospital in Penang offering advanced specialist care, modern medical technology, and comprehensive healthcare services for local and international patients.

Known for

Patients with complex medical conditions · International medical tourists · Individuals needing comprehensive health screening

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

If our doctors recommend Dr. Cheah for your case, we arrange the appointment, your travel, and someone beside you at the hospital. You pay Island Hospital's own price, not more.

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Paying with insurance?

Island Hospital, where Dr. Cheah practises, works with these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

AIA (Smart Panel of Hospitals)AllianzAllianz Worldwide PartnersAmMetLifeAsia Assistance (AA) International Indonesia (Rebrand as Across Asia Assist)Asian Assistance (Thailand) Co. LtdAXAChubb LifeCigna International (Kuala Lumpur)Cigna International (Oversea)Emergency Assistance Japan Co. Ltd (EAJ)Etiqa

Cashless where your policy allows, we arrange direct billingWe check your coverage before you commit to anythingNo insurance? You get the full price up front, no surprises

Frequently Asked Questions

Our medical team reviews your case and recommends the doctor best suited to your condition, needs, and preferences — so you don't have to search on your own.

It starts with one message.

Free and confidential · a doctor reads every message

How Medifly works.

Tell us what’s wrong

Symptoms, history, and what you’ve been told so far.

Our doctors study your case

Which specialist and which hospital give you the best chance.

Our doctors recommend the specialist

By call, video or in person, they explain the recommendation until the decision is clear.

We take it from here

Hospital, flights, travel. Where appropriate, we come with you.

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Conditions treated

Fracture Management · Sports Injury Treatment

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Dr Haniffah B. Abdul GafoorMRCP (UK)

Internal medicine · Penang

Conditions treated

Internal Medicine · Chronic Disease Management

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Dr Abdul Gafoor MubarakMRCS (EDIN)

General surgery · Penang

General surgeon with expertise in thoracic surgery, bariatric surgery, colorectal surgery, and advanced laparoscopic procedures.

Conditions treated

Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery · Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

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Dr Adrian Chan Soon EngFRCS

Eyes · Penang

Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in comprehensive eye care, cataract management, and ophthalmic surgery.

Conditions treated

Cataract Surgery · Glaucoma Management

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Is Dr. Cheah right for your case? Tell us what's wrong. If they're not the right doctor for you, we'll say so, and find who is.

Dr Cheah Seong Keat

Internal Medicine

Dr Cheah Seong Keat

Internal Medicine specialist · Diabetes mellitus, Thyroid disorders, Osteoporosis

Internal Medicine & Endocrinology

MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United KingdomFRCP (Edinburgh) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

Island Hospital · Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Speaks Mandarin, Hokkien, Cantonese, Bahasa Melayu, English

Profile verified with the hospital

Asking is free and commits you to nothing, just a WhatsApp chat. A doctor replies in minutes.

About Dr. Cheah

Dr. Cheah treats Diabetes mellitus, Thyroid disorders, Osteoporosis.

Where Dr. Cheah practises.

4.4/5(3,154)

Island Hospital

JCIMSQHACHS

Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Leading private tertiary hospital in Penang offering advanced specialist care, modern medical technology, and comprehensive healthcare services for local and international patients.

Known for

Patients with complex medical conditions · International medical tourists · Individuals needing comprehensive health screening

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

If our doctors recommend Dr. Cheah for your case, we arrange the appointment, your travel, and someone beside you at the hospital. You pay Island Hospital's own price, not more.

View Hospital

Paying with insurance?

Island Hospital, where Dr. Cheah practises, works with these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

Cashless where your policy allows, we arrange direct billingWe check your coverage before you commit to anythingNo insurance? You get the full price up front, no surprises

Frequently Asked Questions

Our medical team reviews your case and recommends the doctor best suited to your condition, needs, and preferences — so you don't have to search on your own.

How Medifly works.

Tell us what’s wrong

Symptoms, history, and what you’ve been told so far.

Our doctors study your case

Which specialist and which hospital give you the best chance.

Our doctors recommend the specialist

By call, video or in person, they explain the recommendation until the decision is clear.

We take it from here

Hospital, flights, travel. Where appropriate, we come with you.