Nations's First-of-its-Kind Endometriosis Scientific Workshop Aims to Improve the Quality of Life for Malaysian Women

Malay Mail

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Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) together with Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara and Monash University Australia collaborate to bring together endometriosis experts from United Kingdom and Australia.
From left: Prof. Dr. Prasanna, Prof. Katy Vincent, Prof. J. Ravichandran, Dr. Hannah Nazri, Prof. Christian Becker, Ms Lakshmi Menon, CEO of Thomson Fertility Malaysia, Prof. Krina Zondervan, Ms. Evodie Paul, Prof. Beverley Vollenhoven and Dr. Thomas Tapmeier, speakers from Monash University Malaysia, MyEndosis, University of Warwick and University of Oxford.
Driving Early Diagnosis, Multidisciplinary Management and Fertility Education
Proven practices from Oxford's Endometriosis CaRe Centre that have improved patient outcomes in the UK.
that have improved patient outcomes in the UK. The importance of early diagnosis and the role of primary care in managing chronic pelvic pain .
and the role of . Updates on the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) guidelines on endometriosis treatment.
guidelines on endometriosis treatment. Fertility preservation strategies and the impact of untreated endometriosis on reproductive health.
Expert Perspectives on a Global Health Challenge
Monthly Endometriosis Day Initiative by Thomson Fertility
REFERENCES
Prof. Dr. Prasanna Supramaniam – Associate Professor, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, TMC Fertility @Thomson Hospital, Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgeon, Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Oxford
Prof. Krina Zondervan – Head of Department, Professor of Reproductive & Genomic Epidemiology, Co-Director Endometriosis CaRe Centre, University of Oxford
Prof. Christian Becker – Professor of Reproductive Science, Consultant Gynaecologist Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine, Lead for Oxford BSGE Endometriosis Centre, Co-Director Oxford Endometriosis CaRe Centre, University of Oxford
Prof. Katy Vincent – Senior Fellow in Pain in Women, Professor in Gynaecological Pain Principal Investigator, Research Group Leader, Honorary Consultant Gynaecologist, University of Oxford
Dr. Thomas Tapmeier – Head, Uterine Biology & Gynaecological Disease Group, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Monash University, Visiting Fellow, Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health, University of Oxford
Dr. Kurtis Garbutt – Data Scientist, Endometriosis CaRe Centre, University of Oxford
Prof. Beverley Vollenhoven Am – Carl Wood Chair, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash University, Director of Gynaecology and Research, Women's and Newborn Program, Monash Health, Monash University
Prof. J. Ravichandran – Professor of O&G, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Senior Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Maternal Foetal Medicine Consultant, Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Johor Bahru
Dr. Hannah Nazri – NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, University of Warwick, Early Career Ambassador of World Endometriosis Society, International Relations Research Subcommittee Member of BSGE, President of Boston Congress of Public Health
PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 June 2025 - Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) marked a significant milestone in women's healthcare by hosting theat Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara. The event brought together international experts from the, andto address the complex management of endometriosis – a condition affecting 1 in 10 Malaysian women.Themed, the workshop was designed to elevate awareness, diagnostics, and multidisciplinary care beginning at the primary healthcare level, while reinforcing the link between endometriosis and infertility.In her opening remarks,, CEO of Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility), shared the team's long-term commitment to raising the standard of care in women's health and fertility:The workshop featured cutting-edge research and practical approaches to improve diagnosis, pain management, and long-term care for women with endometriosis. Among the key topics discussed:, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Oxford, stated:, Lead of the Oxford BSGE Endometriosis Centre and Co-Director of the Oxford Endometriosis CaRe Centre, added:Globally, endometriosis remains one of the most underdiagnosed chronic conditions, affecting millions of women—often without their knowledge. According to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, approximately 1 in 10 Malaysian women are believed to suffer from endometriosis, yet many remain unaware of their condition due to delayed diagnosis and lack of awareness.The disease characterised by tissue similar to the uterine lining growing outside the uterus can cause debilitating pain, especially during menstruation, sexual intercourse, urination, or defecation. If left untreated, it can significantly affect fertility and quality of life.Adding a local perspective, Prof. J. Ravichandran, Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and Maternal Foetal Medicine Consultant at Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Johor Bahru, shared:As part of its ongoing mission to reshape women's healthcare in Malaysia, Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) has launched Endo Care @ Thomson—a monthly awareness initiative held on the first Saturday of every month.Each session offers educational talks and workshops by fertility and gynaecology experts.This monthly programme is open to the public and aims to break the silence around menstrual health and endometriosis, helping women seek the care they need without hesitation.The workshop featured a distinguished panel of medical professionals, each contributing valuable expertise on endometriosis management:Hashtag: #ThomsonFertility
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