Assoc. Prof. (C) Dr. Ruslan Nazaruddin Simanjuntak
About
At ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital, Assoc. Prof. (C) Dr. Ruslan Nazaruddin Simanjuntak practises as a Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthritis, and Sports Surgeon. His clinical strengths lie in joint replacement and reconstructive surgery, with a particular focus on the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle. In hip replacement, he has been a pioneer of the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA), a technique that supports faster recovery and less post-operative pain. For knee procedures, he draws on advanced navigation and robotic surgeries. His leadership in the field includes past presidencies of both the Malaysian Orthopaedic Association and the ASEAN Arthroplasty Association, alongside significant contributions to medical literature. Underpinning his work is a comprehensive patient care philosophy that pairs modern facilities with advanced interventions.
Specialty
Orthopedics
Sub-specialties
Languages
Procedures & Expertise
| Procedure | Focus | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| Knee Ligament Surgery (ACL) | Key focus | RM 38,888 |
| Orthopedic Rehabilitation | ||
| Tendon Repair | ||
| Osteochondral Autograft and Allograft Transplantation (OATS) | ||
| Ganglion Cyst Removal | ||
| Plantar Fasciitis Treatment | RM 450 | |
| Osteoarthritis Treatment | RM 3,500 | |
| Shoulder Arthroscopy |
Estimates only. The final cost depends on your condition, the hospital and your doctor, and is confirmed by the hospital before treatment.
Qualifications
MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Malaysia
Master in Orthopaedic Surgery (MS Orth), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Malaysia
Fellow of Academy of Medicine Malaysia (FAMM), Malaysia
Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery, Insall Scott Kelly Institute, New York, USA
What patients say
Patients recounting their treatment describe an environment that feels both reassuring and strongly supportive, whether they underwent joint replacement or ligament repair. What stands out to reviewers is the specialist's wealth of experience, the patience shown when explaining treatment plans, and professional relationships built over many years — qualities that leave patients feeling genuinely confident in their care.
Patient reviews
I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Dr. Ruslan and the entire team at Alty Hospital for the excellent care and service I received. Dr. Ruslan was professional, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring throughout my treatment. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made me feel comfortable and confident during the entire process. A special thank you to all the nurses, medical staff, and hospital team as well. Everyone was friendly, helpful, respectful, and always ready to assist whenever needed. The level of care and service truly made a difference in my experience. I am very grateful to Dr. Ruslan and everyone at Alty Hospital for taking such good care of me. Excellent doctor, excellent staff, and excellent service. Highly recommended! 🙏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Aug 2026
Having ACL surgery and meniscus repair with Prof Dr Ruslan. Such a perfect hospitality, treatment and everything. Totally recommended!
Aug 2026
Great experience!...great service, doctors and staff and ambiance.!.. Thank you to Prof Dr Ruslan, Dr Lam, Carrie, Nurse Siti, Renee, Elina and All Alty Staff!
Jul 2026
Best professional doctor and friendly nurse. Come 1 time and my health is optimum by Dr Proff G Ruslan. Such a G. ///
May 2026
Had a great experience with Dr G Ruslan Nazaruddin. He gave very clear explanations about my pain, what activities I can do, and specific steps to prevent it from coming back. Special thanks to his assistant Emma as well. She handled the whole process smoothly from start to finish, making everything hassle-free.
May 2026
The best ever experience I have had for my wife’s admission treatment at ALTY Hospital. Most sincere thanks to Prof Dr Ruslan and all staff from ALTY for their most attentive services. All details for the treatment and explanations are provided with professionalism.
Apr 2026
