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Dr. Yaacob Abas

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Dr. Yaacob Abas

Dr. Yaacob Abas

Orthopaedics specialist · Fractures, Osteoarthritis, Joint disorders

M.MED Ortho (USM) — Master of Medicine in Orthopaedic Surgery from Universiti Sains Malaysia.

KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital · Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia

Speaks Malay, English

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About Dr. Yaacob

Dr. Yaacob treats Fractures, Osteoarthritis, Joint disorders.

Dr. Yaacob Abas is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. He provides comprehensive orthopaedic care for patients with traumatic injuries, fractures, degenerative joint diseases, sports-related injuries, and other conditions that impact mobility and quality of life. Dr. Yaacob is committed to delivering evidence-based and patient-centred care through accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and modern surgical and non-surgical treatment approaches. His clinical practice focuses on restoring function, relieving pain, and improving long-term musculoskeletal health through comprehensive orthopaedic management and rehabilitation support. He works closely with physiotherapists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure patients receive coordinated care and achieve optimal recovery outcomes. Fluent in English and Malay, Dr. Yaacob is dedicated to providing compassionate care while helping patients understand their condition and available treatment options. M.D. (UKM) — Doctor of Medicine from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

Conditions Treated

FracturesOsteoarthritisJoint disordersSports injuriesMusculoskeletal traumaTendon injuriesLigament injuries

Procedure Focus

  • Fracture fixation
  • Joint surgery
  • Orthopaedic trauma management
  • Musculoskeletal evaluation
  • Sports injury treatment
  • Orthopaedic surgical procedures

Credentials

  • M.D. (UKM) — Doctor of Medicine from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
  • M.MED Ortho (USM) — Master of Medicine in Orthopaedic Surgery from Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Where Dr. Yaacob practises.

KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital
Google4.9/5(13,006)

KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital

JCIMSQHBFHIISO 9001

Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia

Premier tertiary private hospital in Penang offering multidisciplinary specialist care, advanced diagnostics, cardiac, orthopaedic and oncology services.

Known for

Patients seeking advanced cardiac care · Individuals requiring orthopaedic surgery · Oncology patients needing comprehensive treatment

Languages

Bahasa Melayu · English

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KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital, where Dr. Yaacob practises, works with these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

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