The eyes are one of the most complex and highly specialized sensory organs in our body. It is about 1 inch in diameter and has a volume of about 3-4 cc.
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Functions of the Human Ears – Dr Iqbal Farim Rizal Wong [Al-Hijrah – Video]
The TV station, Al-Hijrah recently interviewed Columbia Asia Hospital – Petaling Jaya ENT Consultant, Dr Iqbal Farim Rizal Wong about his views on the function of the human ears.
Continue readingIn Vitro Maturation (IVM) : A Cheaper And Safer Alternative To In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Since the birth of Louise Brown in 1978, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has advanced tremendously and has proven to be a very successful treatment for infertile couples.
Continue readingManaging Musculoskeletal Pain with Opioids [BFM – Podcast]
Opioids, such as morphine, are used regularly to manage pain, but are we abusing them? Reports show that orthopaedic surgeons in the USA are the third top prescribers of opioids. Dr Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon, discusses the use of opioids in managing musculoskeletal injuries.
Continue readingLower Back Pain [BFM – Podcast]
You wake up, you stretch and get out of bed, then you spend the rest of the day sitting at your desk and in traffic jams. Well, you might actually be lying on a bad mattress, sitting with poor posture and putting unnecessary strain on your back. All of which can lead to lower back pain.
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Uncover the importance of keeping your bowels moving. Find out input from Dr Andy Easwaren Vasudevan, Consultant Internal Medicine Physician & Gastroenterologist of Columbia Asia Hospital – Petaling Jaya.
Continue readingSports Science and Potential – Dr Harjeet Singh [BFM – Podcast]
In February, Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin announced plans to revamp and overhaul our sports program, and a part of that would be to bring sports science to the fore and make it a central part of the plan.
Continue readingTrekking and Hiking – Dr Harjeet Singh & Alex Laevaert [BFM – Podcast]
More and more urbanites are putting on trekking shoes and venturing into the forests and hills, pacing the trails for a sports adventure in the outdoors.
Continue readingPreventing Injury While Keeping New Year’s Resolutions – Dr Harjeet Singh [BFM – Podcast]
In the rush to fulfill New Year’s resolutions of hitting the gym, it can be easy to forget about the protective measures one needs to take to keep safe. Here’s Dr. Harjeet Singh with a friendly reminder.
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