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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. DAVID MANICKAM

Paediatrics

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DR. DAVID MANICKAM

Paediatrics specialist · Asthma in children, Respiratory infections, Allergies

Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) — London, United Kingdom

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital · Ipoh, Malaysia

Speaks Cantonese, Tamil, 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 KPJ Ipoh Specialist 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. DAVID

Dr. DAVID treats Asthma in children, Respiratory infections, Allergies.

Dr. David Manickam is a General Paediatrics specialist experienced in providing comprehensive healthcare services for infants, children, and adolescents. He obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree in London and further advanced his pediatric expertise by earning the Diploma in Child Health (DCH), London, as well as Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), London. Dr. David Manickam has special clinical interests in respiratory conditions affecting children and general pediatric healthcare. He is experienced in managing a broad range of childhood illnesses, including respiratory infections, asthma, allergies, growth and developmental concerns, and preventive pediatric care. His approach focuses on evidence-based medical care, early diagnosis, and family-centered treatment to support the healthy development and wellbeing of children. Dr. David Manickam is committed to delivering compassionate pediatric care while working closely with parents and caregivers to ensure the best possible outcomes for young patients. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — London, United Kingdom Diploma in Child Health (DCH) — London, United Kingdom Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) — London, United Kingdom

Conditions Treated

Asthma in childrenRespiratory infectionsAllergiesChildhood infectionsFever in childrenGrowth and developmental disordersPediatric respiratory conditions

Procedure Focus

Pediatric consultation
Respiratory assessment
Child health screening
Vaccination and immunization
Growth and developmental monitoring

Credentials

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — London, United Kingdom
Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) — London, United Kingdom

Where Dr. DAVID practises.

4.5/5(2,417)

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital

MSQH

Ipoh, Malaysia

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital is one of the leading private tertiary healthcare institutions in Perak, Malaysia. Established in 1978 as Ipoh Specialist Centre, the hospital initially operated with 75 beds before becoming part of KPJ Healthcare Berhad in 1989 under Johor Corporation. Since then, it has expanded into a multidisciplinary tertiary hospital with approximately 275 beds and a broad network of specialist consultants. The hospital is recognized for pioneering cardiac thoracic services in Perak, helping reduce the need for patients to travel to Kuala Lumpur or Penang for advanced cardiac care.

Known for

Patients needing advanced cardiac surgery · Individuals seeking comprehensive cancer treatment · Patients requiring orthopaedic and rehabilitation care

Languages

Malay · Mandarin · Tamil · English

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

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Paying with insurance?

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital, where Dr. DAVID practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

Great EasternPrudential

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.

Is Dr. DAVID 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. DAVID MANICKAM

Paediatrics

DR. DAVID MANICKAM

Paediatrics specialist · Asthma in children, Respiratory infections, Allergies

Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) — London, United Kingdom

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital · Ipoh, Malaysia

Speaks Cantonese, Tamil, 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. DAVID

Dr. DAVID treats Asthma in children, Respiratory infections, Allergies.

Where Dr. DAVID practises.

4.5/5(2,417)

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital

MSQH

Ipoh, Malaysia

Known for

Patients needing advanced cardiac surgery · Individuals seeking comprehensive cancer treatment · Patients requiring orthopaedic and rehabilitation care

Languages

Malay · Mandarin · Tamil · English

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

View Hospital

Paying with insurance?

KPJ Ipoh Specialist Hospital, where Dr. DAVID practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

Great EasternPrudential

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.