Curriculum Vitae

DR. TAN HAN LING

Medical Lecturer
  • Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
    Faculty of Medicine
  • tanhl
  • 0379492061

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • ORTHOPAEDICS
    Medical And Health Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Practice

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • MOthSurg, (Orthopaedic Surgery)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • BSc, (BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
    University of Waikato
  • MBBS, (Medicine and Surgery)
    Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Mahe), India

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Pelantikan sebagai Ahli UMMP, Jabatan Surgeri Ortopedik
    20 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department)
  • Pelantikan sebagai wakil unit sub-kepakaran (foot & ankle surgery) dalam membantu pengurus kualiti jabatan (DQM)
    01 Aug 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department)
  • Committee Members
    01 Nov 2023 - 30 Nov 2025 (University Malaya)
  • Coordinator
    30 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Supervisor
    01 Jun 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 (Department)
  • Coordinator
    09 Sep 2024 - 20 Sep 2024 (Faculty)
  • Committee Members
    21 Aug 2024 - 23 Aug 2024 (Department)
  • Committee Members
    15 Jul 2024 - 16 Jul 2024 (Department)
  • Coordinator
    03 Jan 2024 - 03 Jan 2024 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Committee Members
    01 Sep 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 (Department)
  • MMBS stage 3.3 Exam Coordinator
    27 Jun 2023 - 14 Dec 2023 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Committee Members
    20 Nov 2023 - 21 Nov 2023 (National)
  • Committee Members
    18 Sep 2023 - 20 Sep 2023 (National)
  • Committee Members
    14 Sep 2023 - 15 Sep 2023 (International)
  • Supervisor
    11 Sep 2023 - 13 Sep 2023 (University Malaya)
  • Coordinator
    11 Sep 2023 - 13 Sep 2023 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Supervisor for Elective undergraduate MBBS students under Mobility Program (student from University of Cyberjaya)
    06 Jul 2023 - 04 Aug 2023 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Pengawas Ujian Akhir Posting (Posting G & H) Peringkat 3.2 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
    08 May 2023 - 09 May 2023 (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine)
  • Committee Member of implementation and development committee - Global Surgery Framework: NSOAP (National Surgical, Obstetric, Anaesthesia Plan) For Sabah and Sarawak
    03 Aug 2022 - 03 Aug 2022 (National)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • NATIONAL SPECIALIST REGISTRY, MEMBER
    Since 2024 (National)
  • MALAYSIAN ORTHROPAEDIC ASSOCIATION, BOARD MEMBER
    2024 to 2025 (National)
  • MALAYSIAN ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION, MEMBER
    Since 2024 (National)
  • EXPERT ADVISOR IN TRAUMA IMPLANTS DEVELOPMENT, MEMBER
    2023 to 2023 (National)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
WoS
  1. Tan, Han Ling; Ahmad, Tunku Sara; Kumar, C. Sankara; Adnan, Yohan Khirusman; Looi, Lai Meng; Gunasagaran, Jayaletchumi (2024). Superficial acral fibromyxoma: insights from case management and comprehensive literature review, EFORT OPEN REVIEWS. 9(2), 129-137. doi:10.1530/EOR-23-0151
  2. Tan, Ting-Wan; Tan, Han-Ling; Hsu, Min-Fang; Huang, Hsiao-Ling; Chung, Yu-Chu (2023). Effect of non-pharmacological interventions on the prevention of sarcopenia in menopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, BMC WOMENS HEALTH. 23(1). doi:10.1186/s12905-023-02749-7
  3. Vardar, Elif; Nam, Hui Yin; Vythilingam, Ganesh; Tan, Han Ling; Mohamad Wali, Haryanti Azura; Engelhardt, Eva-Maria; Kamarul, Tunku; Zambelli, Pierre-Yves; Samara, Eleftheria (2023). A New Bioactive Fibrin Formulation Provided Superior Cartilage Regeneration in a Caprine Model, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES. 24(23). doi:10.3390/ijms242316945
  4. Tan, T. W., Tan, H. L., Chang, M. N., Lin, W. S., & Chang, C. M. (2021). Effectiveness of Epidemic Preventive Policies and Hospital Strategies in Combating COVID-19 Outbreak in Taiwan. International journal of environmental research and public health, 18(7), 19. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18073456
Others
  1. Tan, T. W., Tan, H. L., Chang, M. N., Lin, W. S., & Chang, C. M. (2021, February 28). Minimize Risk of Intra-Hospital Acquired Transmission to Confront Pandemic COVID-19 in Taiwan. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Medicine, 6(2), 44 47. https://doi.org/10.47760/ijpsm.2021.v06i02.005
  2. Ling TH, Zakaria AF, Abdullah AT. Is neck massage safe? A rare case of tetraplegia and spinal shock after neck manipulation. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2017 Jan;25(1):2309499017690459. doi: 10.1177/2309499017690459. PMID: 28228050.
  3. Tan TW, Chen BC, Tan HL, Chang CM. Effectiveness of amylmetacresol and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol throat lozenges in patients with acute sore throat due to upper respiratory tract infection: a systematic review protocol. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Apr;15(4):862-872. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-003034. PMID: 28398972.

RESEARCH PROJECT

University
  1. 2023 - 2025, University Grant
    Functional Outcomes of Autologous Protein Solution (APS) Versus Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis ( Co-Researcher)
  2. 2023 - 2025, University Grant
    Therapeutic Outcome of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Treating Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD): A Preliminary Case-Control Study ( Principal Investigator(PI))

PAPER PRESENTED

INVITED SPEAKER
  1. Current Management in Ankle Fracture, NOCERAL Trauma Course 2024, Trauma Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (University) (21 Aug 2024 - 21 Aug 2024)
  2. Principle of Nailing Long Bones, Basic Trauma Course 2024, Trauma Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (University) (16 Jul 2024 - 16 Jul 2024)
  3. Principles of External Fixator, Basic Trauma Course 2024, Trauma Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery (University) (16 Jul 2024 - 16 Jul 2024)
  4. Suturing on Chicken Breast Station, Surgical Competence And Proficiency Enhancement Learning Scheme (SCALPELS) 2024, Persatuan Perubatan Universiti Malaya (UM MEDSOC) (University) (22 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024)
  5. Introduction to Orthopaedic Emergencies, OrthoSOS: Saving Limbs, Saving Lives, Universiti Malaya Medical Society (UM MEDSOC) (University) (23 May 2024 - 23 May 2024)
  6. Assessment of Arterial Ulcers and Neuropathic Wounds in DM, Program Universiti Malaya Medical Centre Enterostomal Therapy Nursing Education Program (UMMC-ETNEP) 2024, Jabatan Kejururawatan, Pusat Perubatan Universiti Malaya (University) (30 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2024)
  7. Orthopaedic Emergencies, Program Continuous Medical Education (CME) Pegawai Perubatan Siswazah (PPS), Pusat Perubatan Universiti Malaya (Mac 2024), Jabatan Perkembangan dan Amalan Perubatan (JPAP), Pusat Perubatan Universiti Malaya (University) (13 Mar 2024 - 13 Mar 2024)
  8. Basic and Updates on External fixation, Basic Trauma Course, NOCERAL (National) (20 Nov 2023 - 21 Nov 2023)
  9. Foot and ankle Trauma, latest update, Noceral Trauma Course, NOCERAL (National) (18 Sep 2023 - 20 Sep 2023)

ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2025) National Postgraduate Medical Curriculum: Postgraduate Clinical Training - Orthopaedic Surgery, National, (External Assessor)
  2. (2024) Pelantikan Pemeriksa Bagi Program Perubatan Regeneratif, University, (Internal Evaluator)
  3. (2024) Panel Assessor for Research Proposal Evaluation for Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University, (Internal Evaluator)
  4. (2022) Reviewer Panel for Journal, International, (External Evaluator)
  5. (2022) Review Panel for Journal, International, (External Evaluator)
  6. (2022) Reviewer for Journal, International, (External Evaluator)
Contribution to external organisation
  1. (2025) Committee Member, National, (Resource Person)
  2. (2025) Visiting Clinical Specialist and Committee Member of Diabetic Care Unit, National, (Visiting clinical specialists)
  3. (2023) Y Responsibilities: • Provide Expert Guidance On The Design and Development of Trauma Implants. • Offer Insights Into Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Best Practices in Orthopaedics. • Collaborate With Our Research and Development Team to Enhance The Quality and Efficacy of Our Products. • Participate in Advisory Meetings and Contribute to Decision-Making Processes Related to Trauma Implants Development., National, (Expert Advisor)
Contribution to event
  1. (2024) Trainer Coordinator in The 38th Silent Mentor Medical Students Workshop, University, (Event Coordinator)
  2. (2024) Lecturer/Trainer in The 37th Silent Mentor Medical Students Workshop, University, (Course Facilitator)
  3. (2024) Trainer Coordinator in The 37th Silent Mentor Medical Students Workshop, University, (Event Coordinator)
  4. (2023) Speaker and Instructor, National, (Course Facilitator)
  5. (2023) Speaker and Workshop Instructor, National, (Course Facilitator)
  6. (2023) Organising Committee, Facilitator and Instructor, International, (Course Facilitator)

SUPERVISION

Under Graduate Students
  1. (2024) UMMP - Delay PRINT Cohort 2018
  2. (2024) Supervisor Stream 4-Posting E Penempatan Mulai 02.09.2024-25.10.2024
  3. (2024) Supervisor - Posting G & H stage 3.2 MBBS, 2022/2023 session
  4. (2024) Supervisor for Family Medicine Master Student
  5. (2024) Stream 4 - Posting E (02.09.2024-25.10.2024) UMMP Stage 3.2 Sesi 2024/2025 (Cohort 2021)
  6. (2024) Stream 3-Posting F Penempatan mulai 04.11.2024-03.01.2025
  7. (2024) Stream 2 - Posting G UMMP Stage 3.2 Sesi 2023/2024 (Cohort 2020)
  8. (2024) Stream 1 - Posting H (11.03.2024-10.05.2024) UMMP Stage 3.2 Sesi 2023/2024
  9. (2024) MBBS 3.3, session 2022/2023
  10. (2023) UMMP - Pre-Internship Training (PRINT)
  11. (2023) Supervisor for Elective undergraduate MBBS students under Mobility Program (student from University of Cyberjaya)
  12. (2023) STREAM 4 - Posting E (UMMP Stage 3.2 Sesi 2023/2024)(COHORT 2020)

TEACHING

Bachelor
  1. (2023) UMMP - Examiner of Eop Stage 3.3
  2. (2023) Ummp - Ummp 3.1 Consultant Teaching in Neurology
  3. (2023) MIA 2001 - Universiti Malaya Medical Programme (Ummp)

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES

  • Monthly Contribution to Unicef, (01 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) (International)

COURSE ATTENDED

Internal / External Course
CONFERENCE
  1. 9TH NATIONAL FOOT AND ANKLE TRAUMA SYMPOSIUM 2023, Hotel Sri Malaysia, Perlis (27 Jul 2023 - 28 Jul 2023)
  2. THE 9TH MEETING OF ASIAN FEDERATION OF FOOT AND ANKLE SURGEONS, Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, Kaohsiung, Taiwan (23 Nov 2023 - 26 Nov 2023)
  3. IFFAS2024 - INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF FOOT AND ANKLE SOCIETIES (IFFAS 2024) & THE 10TH MEETING OF ASIAN FEDERATION OF FOOT AND ANKLE SURGEONS (AFFAS 2024), Coex, Seoul, South Korea (29 May 2024 - 02 Jun 2024)
INTERNAL COURSE- ORGANIZED BY PTJ
  1. EMERALD RESEARCH AND SUPERVISION 2023, Universiti Malaya (15 Aug 2023 - 17 Aug 2023)
  2. EMERALD TEACHING AND LEARNING 2023, Universiti Malaya (07 Aug 2023 - 11 Aug 2023)
  3. PBL BASIC TUTOR WORKHSOP FOR UMMP PROGRAMME 18-19 OKTOBER 2023, Bilik Fakulti, Aras 5, Fakulti Perubatan, Universiti Malaya (18 Oct 2023 - 19 Oct 2023)
  4. A TEACHERS TOOLKIT, PROFESSIONALISM IN THE WORKPLACE, DEALING WITH ATTITUDE 18 APRIL 2024, Cube, Aras 4, Fakulti Perubatan, Universiti Malaya (18 Apr 2024 - 18 Apr 2024)
  5. FOUNDATIONS OF ASSESSMENT FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 30TH NOVEMBER 2023, Bilik Fakulti, Aras 5, Fakulti Perubatan, Universiti Malaya (30 Nov 2023 - 30 Nov 2023)
  6. RESEARCH INDUCTION WORKSHOP FOR EARLY CAREER RESEARCHERS (ECR), FACULTY OF MEDICINE, UM 2024, Cube, Aras 4, Fakulti Perubatan (24 Apr 2024 - 24 Apr 2024)
  7. BASIC GMP COURSE 2024, Datin Ragayah Hall (25 Apr 2024 - 25 Apr 2024)
  8. FACILITATING SKILLS LEARNING IN COMPETENCY-BASED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS EDUCATION 15 AUGUST 2024, Cube, Aras 4, Fakulti Perubatan, Universiti Malaya (15 Aug 2024 - 15 Aug 2024)
EXTERNAL COURSE
  1. AO TRAUMA COURSE?BASIC PRINCIPLES OF FRACTURE MANAGEMENT, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (22 Jun 2024 - 24 Jun 2024)