From KKM to Private Practice: An Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Story of Resilience

There’s an unspoken belief in medicine: if you truly care about healing, you stay in the public sector. But what happens when the system wears you down, and private practice becomes the next step?
In this episode of Postcall: Beyond the White Coat, Dr. Selina Chew speaks with Dr. Jeffrey, a skilled orthopaedic surgeon who transitioned from the public sector to private healthcare. They explore his journey through housemanship, subspecialty training in robotic surgery, and the challenges of failing subspecialty exams. Dr. Jeffrey shares his vision to pioneer robotic hip and knee arthroplasty in Malaysia and addresses the stigma of leaving the government service (KKM).
This is a story of grit, resilience, and redefining what it means to impact healthcare differently.
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Chapters

00:00 Challenging Perceptions in Medicine
04:50 The Journey to Medicine
07:43 Housemanship: Trials and Triumphs
10:29 Mentorship and Inspiration
13:32 Life After Housemanship
16:30 Community Health Challenges
19:30 The Path to Orthopedics
22:25 Mastering the Craft
25:08 The Rigors of the Master's Program
34:56 Navigating Toxic Environments in Medical Training
39:06 The Importance of Support and Understanding in Medicine
43:15 Perseverance and Resilience: Keys to Success
47:48 Cultural Differences in Medical Training: A Personal Journey
54:20 Implementing Positive Change in Medical Culture
01:09:45 The Journey of Life and Finding Purpose
01:12:18 Navigating Career Challenges and Opportunities
01:16:49 The Reality of Subspecialty Exams
01:23:36 Transitioning from Public to Private Practice
01:25:54 Perceptions and Misconceptions in Medicine
01:29:52 The Truth Behind the Glamour of Being a Doctor
01:34:12 Legacy and Inspiration for Future Generations
01:41:22 Resilience and Perseverance in the Face of Adversity

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