- Introduction
- Vision, Mission & Objective
- Organisation Chart
- Services
- Clinic Schedule
- Client Charter
- Related Information
Introduction
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a surgical specialty focusing on diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
Background
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department was officially formed in 1961. Since then, the department has extended with formation of Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine, Special Care Dentistry and Forensic Odontology Units.
The department is undertaken by our Head of Department and our staffs include consultant/oral surgeons, dental officers, dental technicians, dental surgery assistants, dental nurses and attendants.
Vision
To provide a good and conducive working environment which is sensitive to the needs of the patients by producing a high quality service with the aid of the latest technologies in the management of all patients.
Mission
To be the establishment referral center of choice for all oral and maxillofacial surgery cases.
Objective & Function
To provide holistic and comprehensive care which includes diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation to all patients with oro-facial and dental problems with the objective of successfully restoring the function, aesthetics and elevating the quality of life through the orally fit concept.
The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department is proud to be part of Hospital Kuala Lumpur, the largest hospital in this region that also serves as a tertiary health care provider .We serve the Klang Valley and its littoral communities.
Organisation Chart
Services
Our department provides a wide range of services, encompassing most facets of the oral & maxillofacial specialty. They include:
- Consultation and examination
- Surgical treatment
- Conservative treatment
- Prosthetic treatment
- Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine Clinic
- Forensic Odontology
- Special Care In Dentistry
- Combined clinics
- Continuing professional education (CPE)
Clinic Schedule
1. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery SCACC
Day | Time | Activities |
Monday | 8.00am-1.00pm 2.00pm-5.00 pm | Referrals from Emergency Department (Walk-in) and Out Patient referral & IJN CME for specialists and officers |
Tuesday | 8.00am-1.00pm 2.00pm- 5.00 pm | Operation in Operating Theatre SCACC / Gen.OT/ Referrals from Emergency Department(Walk-in) |
Wednesday | 8.00am-9.00am 9.00am-1.00pm 8.00am-5.00 pm | CME at Main Auditorium for specialists and officers Operation in Operating Theatre in Gen. OT Referrals from Emergency Department (Walk-in) |
Thursday | 8.00am-1.00pm 2.00pm-5.00 pm | Referrals from Emergency Department (Walk-in) and Out Patient Department & IJN Operation in Operating Theatre SCACC/Appointments |
Friday | 8.00am-12.15pm 2.45pm-5.00 pm | Referrals from Emergency Department (Walk-in)and Out Patient Department & IJN CME in SCACC / Satellite Clinic for all staffs |
2. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery –Satellite Clinic / Main building
Day | Time | Activities |
Monday- Thursday | 8.00am-1.00pm 2.00pm- 5.00 pm | Ward Referrals and Ward Appointments Ward Referrals and Ward Appointments |
Wednesday | 8.00am-9.00am 8.00am- 5.00pm | CME for specialists and officers at Main Auditorium Ward Referrals and Ward Appointments |
Friday | 8.00am-12.15pm 3.00pm-5.00pm | CME in SCACC / Satellite Clinic for all staffs |
*Lunch break: Monday till Thursday - from 1.00pm - 2.00pm ; Friday - from 12.15pm - 2.45pm
** All urgent referrals from Emergency Department will be entertained in Oral Surgery Clinic SCACC for Walk-in patients and ward patients at Satellite Clinic during office hours and by oncall officers
after office hours.
3. Forensic Odontology – Satellite Clinic/ Main Building
Day | Time | Activities |
Monday - Friday | 8.00am – 5.00 pm | Open for referrals |
Wednesday | 8.00am - 9.00am | CME for specialists and officers at Main Auditorium |
Friday | 3.00pm - 5.00pm | CME in SCACC / Satellite Clinic for all staffs |
*Oncall specialist and officers are available throughout the year and after office hours
4. Special Care in Dentistry – Satellite Clinic/ Main Building
Day | Time | Activities |
Monday : 1st,2nd,3rd,5th week
4th week | 8.00am-5.00 pm 8.00am- 5.00pm | Appointments and referrals Geriatric multidisciplinary meeting ward KK3 Preparation for Operating Theatre cases |
Tuesday : 1st ,3rd ,5th week 2nd week 4th week | 8.00am- 5.00 pm | Appointments and referrals Operating Theatre in Daycare OT Operating Theatre in Main OT |
Wednesday | 8.00am- 9.00am 9.00am- 5.00pm | Hospitals CME Appointment and referrals |
Thursday | 8.00am- 1.00pm 2.00pm-5.00pm | Appointments and referrals Geriatric multidisciplinary meeting ward KK3 Appointments and referrals |
Friday | 8.00am-12.15pm 3.00pm -5.00pm | Behaviour Day Appointments and referrals Meetings and CME |
5. Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine & – Satellite Clinic/ Main building
Day | Time | Activities |
Monday | 8.00am-5.00pm | Open for urgent outpatient / ward referrals / diagnostic Oral Pathology services |
Tuesday | 8.00am – 1.00 pm 2.00pm-5.00pm | Appointments and referrals Diagnostic Oral Pathology services |
Wednesday | 8.00am - 9.00 am 9.00am - 1.00pm 2.00pm-5.00pm | CME at Main Auditorium Appointments and referrals Diagnostic Oral Pathology services |
Thursday | 8.00am - 1.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm | Appointment and referrals Diagnostic Oral Pathology services |
Friday | 8.00am - 12.15pm 3.00pm - 5.00pm | Open for urgent outpatient / ward referrals CME in SCACC / Satellite Clinic for all staffs |
*Lunch break: Monday till Thursday - from 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Friday - from 12.15pm - 2.45pm
Client Charter
- Prepare the necessary documents such as identity card, doctor's reference letter, department guarantee letter (government staff).
- Provide the necessary information accurately such as home address, telephone number and so on.
- Understand that priority treatment will be given to patients who are in emergency.
Responsibilities To Clients:
- We are committed to delivering professional, safe, friendly, compassionate, and high-quality services.
- Priority will be given to patients referred from the Accident and Emergency Department for both registration and treatment.
- Patients will receive comprehensive information regarding their procedures, treatments, and associated costs from a specialist or dental officer.
- Patients requiring medication for dental issues will receive a prescription for medication to be filled at the Kuala Lumpur Hospital Pharmacy.
- We ensure the utmost confidentiality of personal information, medical history, and treatment details provided by our patients.
- We maintain clean, comfortable, and safe facilities and environments for our clients' comfort and well-being.
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