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Dr Joel Yap Guan Hui

Nephrology

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Dr Joel Yap Guan Hui

Nephrology specialist · Chronic kidney disease, Acute kidney injury, Hypertension

Nephrology & Internal Medicine

MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United KingdomFRCP (London) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, LondonFellowship · Fellowship in Nephrology, Malaysia

Timberland Medical Centre · Kuching, Malaysia

Speaks 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 Timberland Medical Centre. 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. Joel

Dr. Joel treats Chronic kidney disease, Acute kidney injury, Hypertension.

Dr Joel Yap Guan Hui is a Consultant Nephrologist and Physician with expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of kidney-related diseases. He provides comprehensive care for patients with chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, hypertension, electrolyte disorders, and complex renal conditions. Dr Joel is experienced in managing patients undergoing haemodialysis and other renal replacement therapies, helping optimise kidney health and overall wellbeing. His practice combines evidence-based medicine with a patient-centred approach to ensure effective disease management and improved quality of life. He works closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide holistic care for patients with chronic and advanced kidney diseases.

Conditions Treated

Chronic kidney diseaseAcute kidney injuryHypertensionGlomerular diseasesElectrolyte disordersProteinuriaKidney failureDiabetic kidney disease

Procedure Focus

Haemodialysis management
Renal disease evaluation
Kidney disease treatment
Hypertension management
Renal replacement therapy

Credentials

MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, International Medical University (IMU)
MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom
FRCP (London) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London
FRCP (Glasgow) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
ESENeph (SCE Nephrology) — European Specialty Examination in Nephrology
Fellowship · Fellowship in Nephrology, Malaysia

Schedule

Day

Clinic Hour

Tuesday

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where Dr. Joel practises.

4.7/5(2,584)

Timberland Medical Centre

Kuching, Malaysia

Established in 1994, Timberland Medical Centre is a trusted private hospital in Kuching, Sarawak. We are dedicated to continuously improving our services and facilities to provide exceptional medical care to our patients and the community.

Known for

Patients requiring complex surgical procedures · Cardiology and oncology patients · Families seeking comprehensive medical care

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Indonesia · Bahasa Melayu · English · Bahasa Indonesia interpreter available

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

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Paying with insurance?

Timberland Medical Centre, where Dr. Joel practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

IA International Assistance Sdn BhdPT AA International Indonesia (Across Asia Assist)Tejani Emergency Assistance (Malaysia) Sdn BhdULINK ASSIST PTE LTD

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.

More Nephrology specialists our doctors choose from.

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Dr. Leong Wan Hee

Arthroscopy & Sport Surgery · Kuching

Dr. Leong Wan Hee is an Orthopaedic and Sports Surgeon specialising in sports injuries, arthroscopy, and joint preservation procedures.

Conditions treated

Knee Arthroscopy · Shoulder Arthroscopy

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sim Sing YeeMRCP (UK)

Hormones & diabetes · Kuching

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sim Sing Yee is an Endocrinologist specialising in diabetes, thyroid disorders, and complex hormonal conditions.

Conditions treated

Diabetes Management · Thyroid Disorders

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Dr. Josiah Tay Jiann ShyangMRCP (UK)

Brain & nerves · Kuching

Dr Josiah Tay Jiann Shyang is a Consultant Neurologist and Internal Medicine Specialist specialising in disorders of the brain, nerves, and nervous system.

Conditions treated

Stroke Management · Epilepsy & Seizures

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Dr. Lawrence Lee Hong KhohMRCP (UK)

Geriatrics · Kuching

Dr Lawrence Lee Hong Khoh is a Geriatrician and Physician specialising in the care of older adults with complex medical conditions and age-related health concerns.

Conditions treated

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment · Frailty and Falls Prevention

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Is Dr. Joel 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 Joel Yap Guan Hui

Nephrology

Dr Joel Yap Guan Hui

Nephrology specialist · Chronic kidney disease, Acute kidney injury, Hypertension

Nephrology & Internal Medicine

MRCP (UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United KingdomFRCP (London) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, LondonFellowship · Fellowship in Nephrology, Malaysia

Timberland Medical Centre · Kuching, Malaysia

Speaks 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. Joel

Dr. Joel treats Chronic kidney disease, Acute kidney injury, Hypertension.

Where Dr. Joel practises.

4.7/5(2,584)

Timberland Medical Centre

Kuching, Malaysia

Known for

Patients requiring complex surgical procedures · Cardiology and oncology patients · Families seeking comprehensive medical care

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Indonesia · Bahasa Melayu · English · Bahasa Indonesia interpreter available

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

View Hospital

Paying with insurance?

Timberland Medical Centre, where Dr. Joel practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

IA International Assistance Sdn BhdPT AA International Indonesia (Across Asia Assist)Tejani Emergency Assistance (Malaysia) Sdn BhdULINK ASSIST PTE LTD

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.