Dr Vani Chandran

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Dr Vani Chandran

👩🏻‍🎓MBChB PG Dip Child Health, New Zealand
👩🏻‍⚕️Panacea Family Clinic Ecosky KL

30/04/2026

This journey has never been about just building a clinic — it’s been about building people.

I’ve had the privilege of watching this team grow not only as professionals, but as individuals. The confidence, resilience, skills, and heart that each of you bring today is so different from where we all started — and that growth is something I value deeply.

Every small win, every challenge overcome, every late day and early morning has shaped who we are as a team today. And I couldn’t be prouder.

Thank you for showing up, for supporting one another, and for constantly striving to be better — for our patients, for the clinic, and for yourselves.

Happy Labour Day to my amazing team — your efforts never go unnoticed 🤍

24/04/2026

Earlier this week, I had the privilege of serving as a panellist at the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia Annual Scientific Congress, representing the Malaysian Medical Association on the topic of public–private partnership in primary care.

It was particularly meaningful to be invited to speak at the very institution where I am currently pursuing my advanced training in Family Medicine. Representing the views of my fraternity on such an important and evolving issue made the experience even more significant.

I was honoured to share the stage with distinguished leaders in the field who have paved the way for the next generation — Dato’ Dr Hajjah Norsiah, Prof Dato’ Husni, and Dr Boi Saidi from PERDIM. It was equally special to have in the audience respected figures such as past AFPM President Dr Yanti, my clinical mentor Dr Aishah, and Prof Kwa.

The session preceded by an insightful lecture by Prof Al Junid on healthcare financing models in primary care, which set the stage for a robust and engaging discussion among colleagues.

There is clearly much to learn and even more work to be done. I look forward to building on this discussion through continued engagement with experts and stakeholders as we work towards strengthening public–private collaboration in primary care.

Special thank you to my husband Poshyanganapathy Manikam whom turned into my photographer for the day.

22/04/2026

Last weekend was truly special. I was invited by Dr Shargunan, an alumnus of SMC, to attend the annual Kalvi Yutham event—an initiative held across SMC centres each year to inspire and motivate students.

Twenty years ago, I was one of those students, sitting in the audience at the very same event. SMC played a pivotal role in shaping my academic journey. My SPM results of 12A1s and the opportunity to pursue medicine in New Zealand under a JPA scholarship would not have been possible without the values, discipline, and vision instilled in me during my time there.

To return two decades later, standing on the same stage alongside SMC leaders, receiving the Arjuna Award, and being invited to be part of the SMC Healthcare Chapter—it truly felt like a full circle moment.

My heartfelt thanks to Mr Surain, Dr Shargunan, and the entire SMC team for this honour. And thank you, once again, for igniting the fire in me all those years ago—a fire that continues to push me to grow, strive, and move forward in life.

19/02/2026

Manifesting abundance one Thai dish at a time 🌶️✨

Cooked up a little Thai-style storm for the family — because good food + great company = wealth in every form 💛🍛

17/02/2026

This holiday, we chose self-care — because we can’t pour from an empty cup.

Panacea Family Clinic and I will be back recharged and ready to care for you.

Hope everyone is having a beautiful Chinese New Year filled with joy and abundance. 🧡

11/02/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to represent MMA as the moderator for the Kanser iEcho Lung Cancer Webinar organised by Rebung Cancer Care, focusing on cancer care in primary care settings.

It was a truly insightful session with expert panellists sharing practical updates, followed by engaging case discussions that bridged evidence and real-world practice.

As a Family Medicine trainee, I learned so much — especially on early detection, timely referral pathways, and the vital role of primary care in improving lung cancer outcomes.

Thankful for the platform, the mentorship, and the continuous learning journey. 🌿

07/02/2026

Carrying many roles, learning balance imperfectly. Thankful for growth, grace, and purpose ❤️

02/11/2025

My Thoughts on China’s New Ruling for “Professional Content” Influencers

I’ve been reflecting on this issue for a while, and this recent announcement from the Chinese government came at the right time. Perhaps it’s a stand that should be considered by our government as well.

In recent months, I’ve noticed an increasing trend of non-qualified influencers giving blatant medical advice on social media. Many of these posts are misleading — and some are downright dangerous. The situation becomes even more concerning when it involves pregnancy and child health, where misinformation can have serious consequences.

Just recently, one influencer claimed that the purpose of a detailed scan was mainly for gender identification, and even promoted getting it done at an unlicensed centre. For everyone’s information, a detailed scan (anomaly scan) is a critical examination recommended to be performed by a fetomaternal specialist, primarily to detect fetal anomalies — not for gender determination. Conducting such scans at unlicensed centres is not only illegal but also puts both mother and baby at significant risk if misdiagnosed.

Influencers who do not hold medical qualifications should refrain from offering medical-grade advice. But beyond that, the greater responsibility also lies with followers — to question the source of the information they consume.
Why seek medical advice from an unqualified individual, or someone who has merely attended a few weeks of a course, when you can get accurate, evidence-based guidance from a registered medical doctor?

Social media can be a powerful tool for education — but when it comes to health, credibility and qualification must come first.

https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/lifestyle/culture-plus-entertainment/china-influencers-new-law-requires-degrees-to-speak-on-finance-health-law/amp/

15/06/2025

So thrilled to be elected as the Secretary for Malaysian Medical Association Wilayah Persekutuan for the term 2025/2026.

I have been serving the MMA Wilayah Committee for the past 5 years and each year I’ve had the privilege of being mentored and guided by the best in the fraternity to an extent where I’m able to hold office at national level.

Thank you MMA Wilayah for laying the foundation for young doctors like myself and I hope more young blood will join our team to bring a difference to our fraternity.

Looking forward to the great work MMA Wilayah will be carrying out next term.

06/05/2025

Today was historic.

For the first time ever, over 700 private GPs and specialists marched to Putrajaya, standing in unity for the future of primary care in Malaysia — and ultimately, for the care that the rakyat will receive.

Many friends outside the medical fraternity have asked me, “What was the march all about?”

Here’s what we stood for:

1. Price Transparency, the Right Way
We support transparent pricing and, as per existing healthcare laws, patients have the right to request price information and itemised bills. But we oppose unnecessary interference in how this is implemented.

2. Say No to ACT 723 Enforcement in Healthcare
This Act is being enforced by a ministry not responsible for regulating healthcare, creating legal conflicts and potential chaos in how private practices are governed.

3. Fair Revision of GP Consultation Fees
Did you know our consultation fees have remained unchanged for 33 years? GPs still charge RM10–RM35 per visit, despite soaring costs of operations. If this continues, 2,600 clinics are expected to shut down in the coming years, according to the Malaysian Productivity Nexus.

4. Regulate the Middlemen – Third-Party Administrators (TPAs)
TPAs used by employers are currently unregulated. This means they can impose arbitrary admin fees, limit treatments, and compromise patient care — with no accountability.

Despite multiple engagements with the Ministry of Health, our voices have been ignored. That is why we walked to Putrajaya — not just for ourselves, but for every Malaysian who deserves access to sustainable, quality primary care.

This was not just a protest. It was a plea for reform, and a call to protect the future of healthcare in Malaysia.

12/01/2025

Got roped into playing at The IHH Badminton Tournament for doctors this morning. Thanks to Dr the entire fraternity now has years long worth of evidence to mock me.

Jokes aside, had a wonderful time with my fellow colleagues. Congratulations to the winners.

I may be inspired to pick up badminton more regularly. According to Dr Vikram Veerajanan, racket sports players have longer life expectancy.

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