Associate Professor Dr. Anand Sanmugam is a Consultant Paediatric & Neonatal Surgeon in University Malaya. His journey in the field of medicine began at Universiti Putra Malaysia, where he earned his Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Doctor in Medicine degrees in 2004. Anand became a a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland) in 2011.

He pursued training in paediatric surgery under the Master of Paediatric Surgery program, University Malaya. Furthering his expertise, he embarked on a Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Surgery at Perth Children’s Hospital in Western Australia. He has a keen interest in Minimal Invasive Surgery in children.

Anand undertook a second Master's degree in Medical Education earning him a pass with distinction His commitment to shaping the future of paediatric surgery in Malaysia is evident through his role as a member of the Paediatric Surgery Specialty Conjoined Board, which oversees all aspects related to the training of paediatric surgeons in the country. He is the program director of the Master of Paediatric Surgery Programme, University Malaya. He stands as one of the core authors responsible for shaping the National Postgraduate Medical Curriculum for Paediatric Surgery. 

In addition to his involvement in education, Anand contributes to the growth and development of medical professionals as part of the faculty development team within the Medical Education and Research Development Unit. He serves as a member of the University Malaya Medical Program, particularly within the Multiple Mini Interview (MBBS intake) taskforce and the Program Quality Assurance (ProAE) team for the Faculty of Medicine.

His research interests are diverse - focusing on surgical conditions affecting children, exploring innovative solutions to improve their well-being. Furthermore, he delves into the realm of medical education, working on the development of future physicians. His passion for translational research in tissue engineering demonstrates his commitment to finding practical applications for scientific discoveries.

Anand is committed to the cause of advancing healthcare and nurturing future medical professionals through his academic and clinical contributions.