
Dr. Vanessa Naseem Neoh
About
Dr. Vanessa Naseem Neoh, MBBS, FRCS, is an ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon at Island Hospital in Penang, Malaysia. Her Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Ophthalmology was awarded in 2003, and she went on to complete subspecialty training in oculoplastic surgery at Rotterdam Eye Hospital in the Netherlands, National University Hospital in Singapore, and Serdang Hospital in Malaysia. She was instrumental in setting up the Oculoplastic Department at Penang General Hospital. Her contributions to the specialty include serving as Secretary of the Orbit and Oculoplastic Chapter at the Academy of Medicine Malaysia and as Founding Chairperson of the Malaysian Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She has also been a councillor for the Asia Pacific Society of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery (APSOPRS) and holds a key position on the Women Ophthalmologist Worldwide (WOW) executive committee. Her service has been recognised with honours such as the Excellence Service Award from the Ministry of Health Malaysia and the Asia Pacific Association of Ophthalmology Achievement Award. In addition, she takes part in conferences both locally and internationally and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgery.
Specialty
Oculoplastic Surgery
Sub-specialties
Languages
Procedures & Expertise
| Procedure | Focus | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| Eye Surgery | Key focus | |
| Entropion/Ectropion Eyelid Repair | ||
| Cataract Surgery | RM 11,000 | |
| Eye Examination | RM 250 | |
| Ophthalmology Consultation | RM 250 | |
| Tear Duct Surgery | ||
| Xanthelasma Removal | ||
| Eye Bag Removal | RM 3,500 |
Estimates only. The final cost depends on your condition, the hospital and your doctor, and is confirmed by the hospital before treatment.
Qualifications
MBBS
FRCS (Glasgow)
What patients say
Dr. Vanessa Naseem Neoh is frequently described by her patients as gentle, kind, and deeply compassionate, and she is valued for the clear, informative way she communicates with those in her care. Reviews also highlight her professionalism, her skill, and the meticulous approach she brings to her work — qualities patients credit for surgical procedures that go well, smooth and excellent recovery, and results that look natural.
Patient reviews
I had an excellent experience at Island Hospital for my sinusitis and orbital cellulitis surgery and follow-up care. Special thanks to Dr. Chentil and Dr. Vanessa for their outstanding expertise, clear communication, and compassionate care throughout my entire recovery! Highly recommend both doctors to anyone in need of specialized ENT and opthalmology care!
Aug 2026
Thank you Oscar Medisgo and Dr. Vanessa 👍👍
Aug 2026
Dr Vanessa very good service is excellent
Jul 2026
Dr. Vanessa is friendly, good results 👍 …
Jun 2026
Dr Vanessa is very pantient and gentle with children My daughter had a surgery and she felt very relaxed and no anxiousness at all Thank you so much dr Vanessa Highly recommended
Jun 2026
Dr. Vanessa Neoh Doctor very professional and very helpfull, she is the best eye doctor i seen, and very thank you for all helpfull nurses and reception samantha.
Jun 2026
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