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A Response to the Expansion in HLP Scholarship Offers
A Response to the Expansion in HLP Scholarship Offers

We refer to the above matter. This press statement lauds MoH’s move to boost HLP scholarships, crucial for addressing specialist shortages. It stresses transparency, urging MoH to disclose past statistics and clarify selection criteria to streamline the application process. This statement advocates for collaboration between MoH and medical bodies to ensure fair recognition of qualifications obtained through parallel pathways. The statement concludes with a call for swift action to resolve training issues, emphasizing the urgency of the matter in the healthcare field.

“A well-rested mind is a better learner!”
“A well-rested mind is a better learner!”

“A well-rested mind is a better learner” — Jon Ng, a 21-year-old medical student pursuing a second year at Monash University Malaysia.

Interviewed and written by Zhan Xian and Sherwina Tee. Consent has been obtained for this publication.

This publication is in conjunction with the upcoming initiative by MMI aimed at raising awareness about mental health care in Malaysia.

A Response to the Zero HO Protocol
A Response to the Zero HO Protocol

We refer to the above matter. The press statement expresses deep concern about the "Zero HO Protocol" implemented in the medicine department of the University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC). It highlights key points of the protocol, emphasizing prioritization in patient care, clinical judgment, and task-sharing among medical professionals.

The statement urges the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Higher Education to address the critical shortage of house officers, emphasizing potential harm from decreased manpower, burnout among existing staff, and compromised patient safety. It recommends expedited intake of medical graduates, task delegation based on urgency, and collaboration between the health and education ministries to ensure better healthcare outcomes.

The statement concludes by urging prompt consideration and action to safeguard Malaysia's healthcare sector.

Press Statements

21st Jan 2024- ”A Response to the Zero HO Protocol”

16th April 2023- “Further Clarification Needed on the Discontinuation of Scholarships for Medical-Related Programmes”

4th December 2022- “A Response to The Formation of Cabinet”

8th May 2022- “An Urgent Call for the Government to Take Immediate Action to Resolve Horizontal Violence and Unprofessional treatment towards House Officers”

1st November 2021 - “Response to Announcement of Bajet 2022”

17th September 2021 - “Clarification on The Latest Deals for Contract Healthcare Professionals”

28th July 2021 - “A Call for Resolution on Issues Faced by House Officers“



24th July 2021 - “Further Clarification Needed on the New Deal for Contract Healthcare Professionals“



13th July 2021 - “A Call for Healthcare Students to be Vaccinated“



30th June 2021 - “An Urgent Call for the Government to Take Immediate Action to Resolve Issues Faced by Contract Medical Officers”



14th February 2021 - “Healthcare As One - Launching of Malaysian Healthcare Students Alliance (MHSA)”



16th January 2021 - Improving Houseman Training in Malaysia



20th November 2020 - Clarification on Promotion of Contract Medical and Dental Officers



17th November 2020 - A Call to Accelerate the Elimination of Cervical Cancer



10th November 2020 - Clarification of Healthcare Allocations in Budget 2021



5th November 2020 - A Call to Provide Permanent Positions to all Contract Doctors



26th August 2020 - A Call for Resolution on Issues Faced by Contract Medical Officers



5th August 2020 - JPA Scholars and Contract Doctors



17 July 2020 - MOH Tells Contract Doctors To Pay Own Way For Specialisation



9 May 2020 - Cancellation of MMI Making An Informed Decision



21 April 2020 - Joint Statement on Preserve and Increase the Capacity of Our Healthcare System



25 March 2020 - MMI United Kingdom Responds to COVID-19



12 March 2020 - Notice on Postponement of Events by MMI



30 December 2019 - Joint Statement on Critical Allowance for Healthcare Staff



14 November 2019 - Joint Statement on Medical Associations against the Apartheid system implemented for Junior Doctors and Dentists