Dr. Tan Poh Guan

General SurgeryPerak

5.036 reviews15 years of experienceAccepts appointments

About

Dr. Tan Poh Guan practises as a Consultant General Surgeon at Columbia Asia Hospital Taiping, where his surgical background is built on an MD and an MMed in Surgery. General surgery forms the core of his work, and he places real value on explaining treatment clearly to patients in more than one language. His name appears on the National Specialist Register of Malaysia, and he is also registered with the Malaysian Medical Council, reflecting the professional standards he holds himself to.

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Specialty

General Surgery

Languages

MandarinIndonesianMalayHokkienEnglishCantonese

Procedures & Expertise

Procedure	Focus	Est. cost
Diagnostic Tests	Key focus	RM 125
General Surgery Consultation	Key focus	RM 150
Laparoscopy
Colonoscopy		RM 2,750
Colectomy
Gastroscopy		RM 250
Breast Exam		RM 250
Colostomy

Estimates only. The final cost depends on your condition, the hospital and your doctor, and is confirmed by the hospital before treatment.

Qualifications

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MMed Surgery

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Doctor of Medicine

What patients say

Dr. Tan Poh Guan is frequently described by those he treats as efficient, professional, and reassuring — a quality that matters greatly to patients who arrive anxious about undergoing a procedure. His explanations of health conditions and the treatment options available are clear and thorough, and he is consistently regarded as polite, humble, and patient in his manner. This approach puts people at ease, so that many feel able to raise questions and talk through whatever worries them.

Patient reviews

pc cheong

Dr. Tan Poh Guan is a very good doctor, very kind and attentive to patients.

Aug 2026

letih lesu

I have recurrent admissions for different health issues in Columbia Asia Taiping. Dr Jeffrey, Dr. Tan Poh Guan, Dr Chuah Sion Keat, Dr Lam Kean Hoong, and Dr Lee Chee Hong gave me amazing check up, consultation and treatment with unbelievable bills. All staff from administration, ward, radiology, laboratory, physiotherapy, diet service and customer service very efficient, nice, caring and friendly although I was only used my insurance GL.So kind and humble. May Allah give them good patients, beautiful & brighter life and future always.aamiiin.

Jul 2026

otomen oren

I just warded here for 5days from 9/5, and as for today, 20/5, seeing Dr Tan for my first follow up. His advice and explanation regarding on my health issues was crystal clear. The service was great, the room was super spacious for 4badded👍, the nurses also doing their job diligently, the kitchen food also serve for the best. Thank you so much guys.

Jun 2026

Arief Zul

Dr Tan is very experienced, very profesional providing medical treatment to the patient. Love the hospitality provided by the nurses and staffs. The facilities are alll excellent. Thank you Colombia Asia Taiping.

Jun 2026

Swing Low

I had my gastroscopy and colonoscopy done by Dr Tan Poh Guan recently, and I’m truly grateful for the professional care and patience throughout the whole process.I was very nervous before the procedure, especially during the bowel preparation, but the doctor and nurses were reassuring and attentive. The explanation after the procedure was also very clear and comforting. Thank you for treating patients with kindness and professionalism. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a caring and experienced gastroenterologist.

Jun 2026

Chin Siew

Dr Tan Poh Guan very professional and very understanding.

May 2026

Frequently asked questions about Dr. Tan Poh Guan

Dr. Tan Poh Guan is a General Surgery specialist practising in Perak, Malaysia.

Dr. Tan Poh Guan specialises in General Surgery.

Dr. Tan Poh Guan practises at Columbia Asia Hospital Taiping.

Dr. Tan Poh Guan speaks Mandarin, Indonesian, Malay, Hokkien, English, Cantonese.

Dr. Tan Poh Guan holds MD, MMed Surgery, Doctor of Medicine.

Yes. Dr. Tan Poh Guan sees international patients, and MedBay coordinates the appointment, interpreters and any paperwork so your visit is straightforward.

Yes. Send us your existing reports and scans, and we can arrange a consultation with Dr. Tan Poh Guan for a second opinion before you decide on treatment.

Tell MedBay about your condition and our team arranges the appointment with Dr. Tan Poh Guan directly. The concierge is free, and you always pay the hospital's own rate.