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Medifly.Ai assists you through every step of your medical journey — from finding the right doctor to estimating costs, planning your stay, and arranging travel details. Our in-house doctors also explain your treatment options in plain language, while all clinical decisions stay with your treating physician. We make medical trips simpler, smarter, and stress-free.

How do I schedule an appointment or treatment?

You can click the "Book" button on our website to schedule an appointment or treatment with your chosen doctor. Our team will take care of the rest of the process based on your needs.

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. Tham Yik Seng

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

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Dr. Tham Yik Seng

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist · Head and neck tumours, thyroid masses, salivary gland disorders

Urology

MRCS (Edinburgh) — Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of EdinburghMaster of Medicine (Otorhinolaryngology) — National University of Singapore

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · ≈2h direct from Jakarta

Speaks Mandarin, 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 Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur. 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. Tham

Dr. Tham treats Head and neck tumours, thyroid masses, salivary gland disorders.

A consultant otorhinolaryngologist with advanced expertise in head and neck surgery. He manages conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, salivary glands, thyroid region, and upper aerodigestive tract. His training in Singapore and the United Kingdom supports a comprehensive approach to both benign and malignant head and neck disorders using modern surgical techniques and multidisciplinary care. Bachelor of Medical Sciences — Universiti Putra Malaysia Doctor of Medicine — Universiti Putra Malaysia.

Conditions Treated

Head and neck tumoursthyroid massessalivary gland disorderssinus diseasehearing disorders

Procedure Focus

Head and neck surgery
thyroid surgery
ENT surgery
airway procedures

Credentials

Bachelor of Medical Sciences — Universiti Putra Malaysia
Doctor of Medicine — Universiti Putra Malaysia.
MRCS (Edinburgh) — Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Master of Medicine (Otorhinolaryngology) — National University of Singapore
FRCS ORL-HNS (Edinburgh) — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

Where Dr. Tham practises.

4.4/5(5,199)

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur

JCIMSQH

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · ≈2h direct from Jakarta

Leading private hospital in Kuala Lumpur offering multidisciplinary specialist care, advanced medical technology, and comprehensive services for local and international patients.

Known for

Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2024 recognition · 9 Centers of Excellence including Cardiac and Oncology · 1,500+ heart surgeries with 95% success rate (2019 data) · Gamma Knife radiosurgery for neuro-oncology

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

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

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Paying with insurance?

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur, where Dr. Tham practises, works with these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

Across Asia AssistAllianz Life InsuranceAmerican International Group (AIG)Anzen Health (HealthMetrics)Asia Assistance NetworkAsian AssistanceAXA Affin Life InsuranceCignaCompumede-MasEMA GlobalEmergency Assistance Japan

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. Tham 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. Tham Yik Seng

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

Dr. Tham Yik Seng

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist · Head and neck tumours, thyroid masses, salivary gland disorders

Urology

MRCS (Edinburgh) — Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of EdinburghMaster of Medicine (Otorhinolaryngology) — National University of Singapore

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · ≈2h direct from Jakarta

Speaks Mandarin, 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. Tham

Dr. Tham treats Head and neck tumours, thyroid masses, salivary gland disorders.

Where Dr. Tham practises.

4.4/5(5,199)

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur

JCIMSQH

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · ≈2h direct from Jakarta

Leading private hospital in Kuala Lumpur offering multidisciplinary specialist care, advanced medical technology, and comprehensive services for local and international patients.

Known for

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

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

View Hospital

Paying with insurance?

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur, where Dr. Tham 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.