Our Doctor

Asst. Prof. Dr. Teo Chiah Shean is a distinguished medical professional specialising in integrative medicine with a comprehensive background in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). He holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Crimea State Medical University and a Master of Integrative Medicine from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. He is currently the Medical Director of the UCSI Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Centre at UCSI Hospital and Head of the T&CM School at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, UCSI University.

Dr. Teo's expertise includes:

- Holistic integrative management in cancer care

- TCM applications for internal medicine conditions

- Personalised TCM therapy for suboptimal health and mind-body balance

- TCM health preservation for enhanced well-being and longevity

Inspired by his grandfather and great-grandfather, both esteemed TCM practitioners, Dr. Teo developed a profound interest in TCM from a young age. He earned his MD in 2010 and pursued a Master of Integrative Medicine in 2014 under Professor Hou Li at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, receiving a full scholarship from the China Scholarship Council.

After completing his studies, Dr. Teo joined the Ministry of Health Malaysia as the Principal Assistant Director for the Policy and Development Section within the Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Division. In 2018, he began practicing TCM Oncology at the National Cancer Institute, MOH, specialising in Chinese Herbal Medicine and acupuncture.

Since 2019, Dr. Teo has led the T&CM Unit of the National Cancer Institute, focusing on clinical practice and research in integrative oncology. In 2023, he became an Assistant Professor and Head of the T&CM School at UCSI University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. He also serves as the Medical Director of the UCSI T&CM Centre, affiliated with UCSI Hospital and University.

Dr. Teo is a council member of the Specialty Committee of Integrative Oncology and Hematology of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies (WFCMS) and actively participates in collaborative research. He has contributed to the development of the Malaysian T&CM Practice Guideline of Acupuncture and Herbal Therapy and the China Anti-Cancer Association (CACA) technical guidelines for the holistic integrative management of cancer.

As the founding president of the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Malaysia Alumni Association (BUCMMAA) and vice president of the Malaysia Chinese Medical Association (MCMA), Dr. Teo's leadership extends across various professional bodies. He was conferred the title of Visiting Professor at the Institute of Integrative Medicine, Dalian Medical University in 2020, and appointed as a youth editorial board member of the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Science (Elsevier).

Dr. Teo's contributions during COVID-19 were recognised in 2022 with the "Ambassador of Silk Road Friendship" award. In 2023, he received the prestigious Ten Outstanding Young Malaysian (TOYM) award, underscoring his impactful contributions to integrative medicine and TCM. Additionally, he received the Excellent Service Award from the Ministry of Health Malaysia in 2021.

Dr. Teo's research has been published in numerous high-impact journals, including Integrative Cancer Therapies, Journal of Global Health, Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences, Integrative Medicine Research, and Trials.

Dr. Teo Chiah Shean continues to play a pivotal role in advancing integrative medicine and T&CM, benefiting patients through innovative and holistic healthcare approaches.

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