Spine Surgeon for Kuala Lumpur Patients
Patients from Kuala Lumpur with persistent sciatica, slipped disc symptoms, spinal stenosis, neck or back pain with nerve symptoms, weakness, numbness, walking difficulty, or spine MRI findings may request spine assessment with Dr Yee Sze-Voon at KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital, Petaling Jaya. Patients from Mont Kiara, Bangsar, Kepong, Cheras, Setapak, and Hartamas regularly attend consultations at KPJ Damansara.
For non-emergency appointments only. For urgent neurological symptoms, attend the nearest Emergency Department immediately.
Patients from Kuala Lumpur, including Mont Kiara, Bangsar, Kepong, Cheras, Setapak, and Hartamas, with sciatica, slipped disc, spinal stenosis, neck or back pain with nerve symptoms, limb weakness, numbness, walking difficulty, or spine MRI findings.
KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital, Petaling Jaya. Consultation does not automatically mean surgery.
Dr Yee Sze-Voon — MD (RSMU), MS Neurosurgery (USM), Fellowship Endoscopic Spine Surgery (Seoul), Fellowship Pain Management (India). NSR 138842 · MMC Registered.
Sudden weakness, severe sudden headache, facial drooping, slurred speech, seizure, loss of bladder or bowel control, saddle numbness — attend the nearest Emergency Department immediately. Do not use WhatsApp for emergencies.
Spine conditions assessed
Lumbar (lower back)
- Lumbar disc prolapse and sciatica
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Back or leg pain not responding to conservative treatment
- Recurrent symptoms after prior lumbar surgery
- Lumbar MRI findings requiring clinical interpretation
Cervical (neck)
- Cervical disc herniation and radiculopathy
- Cervical myelopathy — spinal cord compression
- Neck pain with arm pain or numbness
- Gait difficulty or hand clumsiness from cord compression
- Cervical MRI findings requiring assessment
Spine MRI findings must always be correlated with clinical history and neurological examination. A scan finding alone does not determine the need for surgery.
When to request a spine assessment
Symptoms that require Emergency Department assessment
The following symptoms may indicate a time-sensitive neurological condition. Do not wait for a clinic appointment.
- Sudden weakness of one arm or leg
- Sudden facial drooping or slurred speech
- Sudden severe headache — worst ever experienced
- First-ever seizure
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Numbness around the saddle or groin area
- Rapidly worsening limb weakness
- Both legs suddenly weak or numb
- Progressive limb weakness or walking difficulty
- MRI or CT findings needing clinical interpretation
- Symptoms not resolving with conservative treatment
Request a spine assessment
For non-emergency spine neurosurgical assessment at KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital, Petaling Jaya. The clinic team will contact you to confirm availability.
Questions about spine assessment for Kuala Lumpur patients
Does a slipped disc always need surgery?
No. Many cases of lumbar disc herniation improve with conservative treatment including physiotherapy, medication, and time. Surgery is considered when symptoms are severe, persistent, or when there are signs of nerve damage that warrant intervention.
What is endoscopic spine surgery?
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive approach using small incisions and a camera system to access and treat spinal pathology. Not all spine conditions are suitable; suitability depends on the specific diagnosis, anatomy, and clinical presentation.
What should I look for when choosing a spine surgeon in KL?
Consider the surgeon’s training and subspecialty focus, approach to minimally invasive options where appropriate, process for correlating MRI findings with clinical symptoms, access to a specialist hospital, and communication in your preferred language.
Can I get a second opinion before surgery?
Yes. You are welcome to request a second neurosurgical opinion. Bring your MRI or CT films and reports, previous specialist letters, and any previous operation notes.
When is a spine symptom an emergency?
Attend the nearest Emergency Department immediately for new or rapidly worsening limb weakness, loss of bladder or bowel control, saddle numbness, or both legs becoming weak or numb simultaneously.
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The information on this page is provided for general patient education only. It does not replace medical consultation, clinical examination, imaging review, diagnosis, or emergency medical care. Treatment decisions should be made after proper assessment by a qualified medical professional. For urgent neurological symptoms, please attend the nearest Emergency Department immediately.