About Dr. Senthil Raj
Dr. Senthilraj Retinasekharan is a highly qualified Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Head and Neck Surgeon, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. He earned his Medical Degree from Kursk State Medical University, Russia, and further honed his clinical knowledge and surgical skills during his training and also treating patients at Penang General Hospital and Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia. He obtained his masters in Universiti Sains Malaysia. He went on to serve in Hospital Duchess of Kent Sabah and Hospital Shah Alam as ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon.
Dr. Senthilraj’s commitment to excellence led him to pursue advanced training, including a Fellowship under the European Fellowship Board of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. He also served as a Visiting Scholar for Otology and Rhinology at the prestigious KKR Hospital and Research Institute in India.
With a special interest in Head and Neck Tumors and Rhinology/Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Dr. Senthilraj brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. He is passionate about staying at the forefront of medical advancements and actively participates in conferences and workshops to further enhance his skills.
He is a respected member of various medical organizations, including the Fellowship of American Academy of Otorhinolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery (FAAO-HNS), College of Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgeons, Academy of Medicine Malaysia (AM) and a life member of Malaysian Medical Association (MMA).
Patients can trust Dr. Senthilraj’s commitment to delivering personalized and compassionate care, utilizing the latest techniques and technologies to achieve optimal outcomes.
Education
Visiting Scholar – Otology and Rhinology
KKR ENT Hospital & Research Institute, India – 2022
Fellowship European Examination Board in Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (FEB ORL-HNS) Part I (2021), Part II (2022)
Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (DOHNS)
Royal College of Surgeons, England Part I (2018), Part II (Pending)
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Masters in Medicine – Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (MMed ORL-HNS) 2015 – 2019
Kursk State Medical University (KSMU), Russian Federation
Medical Degree (MD) 2004 – 2010
Institution of International Education (IIE)
Scholarship Recipient 2006 – 2010
Memberships & Associations
Fellowship American Academy of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (FAAO-HNS)
Life Member – College of Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgeons, Academy of Medicine Malaysia (AM)
Life Member – Malaysian Medical Association
Member – Malaysian Society of Allergy & Immunology
Member – ALUMNI USM
Teaching Experience
September 2023 – December 2023
Honorary Clinical Lecturer – MSU International Medical School
Professional Experience
(January 2024 – Present) Resident Consultant Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon Aurelius Hospital Negeri Sembilan
(July 2023 – December 2023) Visiting Consultant Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon Columbia Asia Hospital Klang and Bukit Rimau
(July 2022 – December 2023) Visiting Consultant Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon MSU Medical Centre – Shah Alam
(March 2022 – December 2023) Sessional Consultant Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon BP Specialist Centre Temasya@Glenmarie
(December 2021 – December 2023) Sessional Consultant Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon Subang ENT Specialist Clinic
(May 2021 – December 2023) Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon Hospital Shah Alam, Selangor
(June 2019- April 2021) Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgeon Hospital Duchess of Kent, Sabah
(June 2017 – May 2019) Medical Officer – Department of Otorhinolaryngology Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia
(September 2012 – May 2017) Medical Officer – Department of Otorhinolaryngology Hospital Pulau Pinang
(August 2010 – August 2012) House Officer- Hospital Pulau Pinang
(Medical, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General Surgery, Paediatrics & Accident & Emergency)