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2013/2014
Annual Report
CONTENTS
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AGENDA OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
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2.
MINUTES OF THE SEVENTIETH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
OF THE MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION HELD AT THE MAHKOTA BALLROOM 3,
HOTEL ISTANA KUALA LUMPUR ON SUNDAY 16 JUNE 2013 AT 11.30 A.M.
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COUNCIL MEMBERS YEAR 2013/2014
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4.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
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5.
HONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY’S REPORT 2013 – 2014 22
6.
THE HONORARY FINANCIAL SECRETARY’S REPORT FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2013
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7.
MDA FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITED STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2013
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8.
THE HONORARY PUBLICATION SECRETARY’S REPORT
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9.
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION NORTHERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION EASTERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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11. 4TH MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION EASTERN ZONE (MDA EASTERN ZONE)
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MINUTES OF ELECTION COMMITTEE
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12. MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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13. MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE (MDASZ)
MINUTES OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) 2013
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14. MINUTES OF THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF THE MALAYSIAN DENTAL
ASSOCIATION
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15. REPORT FOR GOVERNMENT LIAISON MDA ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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16. SCODOS ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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17. REPORT FROM FDI COUNCILLOR
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18. REPORT OF THE MDA THINK TANK
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AGENDA OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
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The 71st Annual General Meeting of the Malaysian Dental Association will be held at Kuala Lumpur Convention
Centre:
Session 1, Venue: Conference Hall 3
30th May 2014 at 2.30 pm – 5.30pm
Session 2, Venue: Plenary Theatre
31st May 2014 at 2.30pm - 5.30pm
AGENDA ON 71st MDA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Session 1
i. Confirmation of Minutes of the 70th Annual General Meeting of MDA held on 16 June 2013 at 11.30am,
Mahkota Ballroom 3, Hotel Istana , Kuala Lumpur
ii. Matters arising there from the minutes
iii. To receive the Annual Report of MDA Council 2013/2014
iv. To receive the audited Statement of Accounts ending 31st December 2013
Session 2
v. To receive the minutes of the Emergency General Meeting held at the Safir I & II meeting room, Ballroom
Level of Istana Hotel, 73 Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, 8th December 2013 at 2.00
p.m.
vi. To elect MDA office bearers for the term 2014/2015 in accordance with Article Vii.
vii. To elect members of the Association to serve as members in the Board Of Trustees of the Wisma MDA, Board
of Inquiry, Election Committee and internal auditor
viii. To deal and vote on proposed amendments to the constitution in accordance with Article Xi
ix. To discuss any other business on which at least three (3) weeks notice has been given in writing by a member
to the Honorary General Secretary.
DR NEOH EIN YAU
HONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY 2013/2014
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
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MINUTES OF THE SEVENTIETH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE MALAYSIAN
DENTAL ASSOCIATION HELD AT THE MAHKOTA BALLROOM 3, HOTEL ISTANA
KUALA LUMPUR ON SUNDAY 16 JUNE 2013 AT 11.30 A.M.
70th MDA AGM 2013 - ATTENDANCE LIST
DATE: SUNDAY, 16TH JUNE 2013
VENUE: HOTEL ISTANA, KUALA LUMPUR
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KOH CHOU HUAT
MALLIGA VADIVELOO
HU CHANG LEK
JOHN TING SII ONG
MUMTAJ NISAH
LEONG KEI JOE
TAN MEI PING
MOHANADAS VENKATASWAMY
SAW SOON LENG
DANIEL LEE CHIN MING
CHONG KUM SOON
CHAN CHUN KEAT
CH`NG KEAN HIN
CHONG YOON SIONG
YASODHA LAKSHIMINARAYANAN
PRITAM KOR A/P TEJA SINGH
SHALINI KANAGANASINGAM
S. NAGARAJAN M P SOCKALINGAM
WOO SOEY GOEK
MA MEI SIANG
VIJAYAKUMAR A/L S CHELLAPPAH
SOON AI LENG
KALAISELVAM A/L SHANMUGAM
GEETHAMARY STELLA
YIM KHAI KEE
OH KOK LEONG
LIM KHAI MUN
CHUAH LIAN LEONG
SELVARAJOO TANDAN
SHUBON SINHA ROY
ALBERT PETER
LOU YII PING
BEH WEE REN
TEH YIK PIN
FOO YOONG MING
LIM CHIEW WOOI
ANG LAI CHOON
NG WAN FOOK
LALITA VEERIAH
LOH KOK HENG
GANESVARAN PARAMANATHAN
TEO CHOO KUM
PATUMAK ABD HAMID
WAN MOHAMAD NASIR B. WAN OTHMAN
HAZUDIN HASSAN
KHAIRUDDIN ABDULLAH
MARY SOO WAI KUAN
TAN BOON TIK
RAMAKRISHNAN KALIMUTHU
CHANG TIAN JIAN
HAIZAL BIN MOHD HUSSAINI
REGINALD CUTHBERT STA MARIA
KUAY CHEW YEN
LIM BOON BEN
JEFFVINDER SINGH GILL
NEOH LEONG SENG
LOW LEH HOCK
NG SOOK HWA
MOHD ZAINAL ASIDIN
CHU KOK WENG
ZUBAIDAH MAT ZAIN
IRWAN SOO B. MOHD AMIN SOO
FOO GAIK SEE
SITI HAURUL AIN BT SHEIKH ALADIN
LIM THEAM CHYE
WONG YEW HOCK
LEONG CHEE SAN
BINDU SHARMA
MICHAEL ONG AH HUP
MOHD ARIFFIN B HJ MOHAMED
ANNIE ABRAHAM
SHIRAZUDDIN BIN BADRUDDIN
YU CHOON SIAN
KC TAN
PHRABHAKARAN NAMBIAR
LEE CHIONG WENG
KHAIRIYAH BT MOHD GHAZALLI
NOR ILAINA BT SAN MOHAMMAD DRAIS
ALLAN PAU KAH HENG
MAZLINA BT LOP MOKHTAR @ MOKHTAR
SHAHIDA NABILA BT SERAT
ROSRAHIMI BT ABDUL RAHIM
LOSHINI SOCKANATHAN
BEATRICE BT JUANIS
MUZ`INI MOHAMMED
LIEW AH FOOK
TAN YOKE SING
NAGARAJAN
RAJAKUMARAN A/L BALAKRISHNAN
MOHAMAD ASRI BIN DIN
TEE HIAN SWEE
CHAI HOON SEONG
WONG FOOT MEOW
VIJAYA RAGHAVAN
AINUDDIN HARUN
LOH SIEE MEAG
MUK YUET PENG
LEE SOON BOON
NG KIEN TON
T. S. JEYALAN
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N LAKSHMANAN
HOW KIM CHUAN
SUM WAI LEONG
MOHAMAD MUZAFAR BIN HAMIRUDIN
NG WOAN TYNG
ONG SIEW TIN
SIVANESAN SIVALINGAM
THANALETCHUMY A/P CHELVAM
TAN SIM PIAU
LAW UNG HING
SHANTHA MENON
TEH TAT BENG
WINARNI
MANJEET KAUR
LENA PERIACHEE BOK A/P K. D. BOK
S RATNASOTHY
LAKSHIMI A/P R. SUBRAMANIAM
SUBRAMANIAM A/L CHEMANSALLAM
SUJIT KUMAR S A/L N. S. NAIR
DIDAR SINGH
INDRA MEENAKSHI SUNDARAM
SU WEI YING
ANNAPURANI ACHI
CH`NG BEE LEE
MARTIN ARULANANDAM
KALAIARASU PEARIASAMY
NURSHALINE PAULINE HJ KIPLI
YAP SEE WAT
WAI MINN SANN
GAN TENG PAU
ANGIE WONG CHIN MEE
SHUDESH KUMAR
TOH CHOOI GAIT
BHAWANI DEVI P. KANAGARATNAM
SURESH P. M. ANKUCHAMY
HARJANDAR SINGH
YEOH OON TAKE
NARESH KUMAR
NASEEMBANU BT SADRUDDIN
MATHAMAH A/P PERUMAL
TEOH SOOI HONG
ALEX LO SHEN EN
NORMAH BT SAMSURI
CHOW KAI FOO
SANGEETHA CHELLADORAI
JASPALL SINGH
NG BEN CHUAN
DARREN YAP YOKE YONG
LOO LIT CHONG
VIJENDRAN RAJENTHIRAM
RANI PANADAM
NEOH EIN YAU
NEDUNCHELIAN A/L VENGU
HAJA BADRUDEEN
THADDIUS HERMAN
NEOH GIM BOK
OOI KHENG LEONG
JOSEPH EDMUND A/L CYRIL KAGOO
LEONG YEW YEAN
SHASHITHARAN SADACHARAN
CHEW ENG HAI
SARAT CHANDRA DATTA
AHMAD FAHMI BIN MOHAMAD B BUSTAMAN
FIRDAUS HANAPIAH
WAN SAU KENG
LAU SHIN HIN
SUKRI HUSSIN
MOHD ILHAM HARON
TONG CHIN MEY
MOHD HOSNI MAHMOOD
JEFRI BIN MOHD GANI
RINA SUMIRA SUKRI
NORMAZIAN MOHD NOOR
NOORAL ZEILA JUNID
ROZANA HARMAN
HO SOW HA
JASWANT SINGH
SUHAIZA SHARIF ABD SHUKUR
WONG CHO HWA
MOHD RASHID TAHIR
LIM HEAH MING
KAMSIAH BINTI GULAM HAIDER
UMA PONNALAGU
HASHIM YAACOB
ASHA A/P VAIYAPURI
SUKHENDU PAUL
NAILI HAYATI BT ABDUL MUKTI
TAY BOH CHOO
IU KWANG DAK
KATHIRAVAN A/L PURMAL
WONG TSE YEE
YEOH BOON WAH
DING HOON CHUNG
PHANG YUET CHEN
SU WEI SIONG
CHOO YUEN SHEONG
MISHA MERIUM ABRAHAM
SHALENE KERESHANAN
PREMA SUKUMARAN
GOH SENG HUEI
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IBRAHIM SHAHRUDDIN
LAI POONG SIONG
LEE PENG GUAN
AHMAD SHARIFUDDIN B. MOHD ASARI
SAIDAH BT MOHAMED
VENGADASALAM PERUMAL
KELVIN HOR KOK LEONG
KUNG LIM SIE WAN
NOOR LIYANA BT TAJUDIN
KISHORE KUMAR
NOOR FARHANA BT MUHAMMAD RAFLEE
NOR DAYANA MOHD ALI
NURIN FAREHAH MOHD ZULKIFLI
AURELIA CELVI A/P HENDRY
MAS LINDA MOHD OSMAN
ROZITA HUSSEIN
ABRIZAH AHMAD
SITI MARINI NOR HASHIM
LIM HOOI PHIN
HABIBAH BT YACOB @ YA`AKUB
KHOO SUAN PHAIK
LIM CHIN HONG
SALIMA MANSUR ALI
1. NOTICE OF MEETING
The notice convening the meeting, having been circulated, was taken as read.
2. QUORUM
The requisite quorum being present, (of which 189 members was established, verified and confirmed by Dr Neoh
Ein Yau, the Honorary General Secretary), the President called the meeting to order at 11.50 a.m. and declared
the meeting duly convened.
3. CONDOLENCES
The President led the House in observing a one minute silence as a mark of respect for the departed members of
Malaysian Dental Association (“MDA”)
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan then proposed to the House to read out the list of names of all those members who have
departed during the financial year at each Annual General Meeting. (“AGM”) The House noted his proposal.
4. REGISTRATION OF NEW MEMBERS
On the request of the President, the Honorary General Secretary, Dr Neoh Ein Yau presented the names of the new
members approved and admitted to MDA by the council since the last Annual General Meeting. The names of the
new members were listed on pages 29-31 in the MDA Annual Report 2012/2013.
The House approved the said list on the proposal of Dato Dr A. Ratnanesan and seconded by Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
5. CONFIRMATION ON RE-ADMISSION OF ORDINARY MEMBERS WHOSE MEMBERSHIP HAD
BEEN TERMINATED BY DEFAULT
Dr Neoh Ein Yau also reported that the re-admission of 66 ordinary members whose membership had been
terminated by default.
The House noted on the names of members as listed on page 30 of the Annual Report 2012/2013.
6. ELECTION OF MDA COUNCIL 2013/2014
The President introduced to the House the Election Committee Chairman, Professor Ong Siew Tin. At this juncture,
the Election Committee Chairman, briefed the members on the procedure of electing council members for the year
2013/2014 and announced to the House that Dr Neoh Gim Bok will assume the post of MDA President 2013/2014
for being duly elected as President Elect at the previous AGM. Further, she announced the election of :
Dr Neoh Ein Yau - Honorary General Secretary
Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong - Honorary Financial Secretary
Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini - Honorary Publication Secretary
as these posts were uncontested at closing of nominations on 15th May 2013.
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6.1 President- Elect
Nominations received and candidates were:Dr Teh Tat Beng - 119 votes
Dr V. Nedunchelain - 90 votes
The ECC declared that Dr Teh Tat Beng was elected as the President –Elect for the year 2013/2014
6.2
Assistant Honorary General Secretary
Nominations received, the candidates and votes received were:Dr Chow Kai Foo - 86 votes
Dr Kathiravan Perumal - 35 votes
The ECC declared to the House that Dr Chow Kai Foo was elected Assistant Honorary Secretary.
6.3 Assistant Honorary Financial Secretary
Nomination received and the candidate was:Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
6.4 Two Elected Council Members
Nominations received, candidates and votes received were:Dr Ng Woan Tyng- 86 votes
Dr John Ting- 78 votes
Dr Ibrahim Shahruddin- 57 votes
The ECC declared to the House that Dr Ng Woan Tyng and Dr John Ting were elected to the posts of Elected
Council Members for year 2013/2014.
As there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
was declared the Assistant Financial Secretary for year 2013/2014.
6.5 Election of the Internal Auditor
Nomination received and the candidate was:
Dr Hu Chang Lek
As there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Dr Hu Chang Lek was
declared the Internal Auditor for year 2013/2014.
6.6 Election of Election Committee
Nominations received and the candidates were:Dr Malliga Vadiveloo as Chairman
Dr Taddius Herman Maling as Deputy Chairman
Dr Muzaffar Hamirudin as Committee Member
Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum as Committee Member
Dr Rani Panadam as Committee Member
As there was one nomination for each of the above posts, balloting was not carried out. The ECC declared
the above candidates as the Election Committee duly elected for year 2013/2014.
6.7 Election of the Board of Inquiry- Chairman
Nomination received and the candidate was:
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan
As there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Dato’ Dr Sivanesan
was declared the Chairman of the Board of Inquiry for the year 2013/2014.
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6.8 Election of Board of Inquiry – Deputy Chairman
Nomination received and the candidate was:
Dr. Shalene Kereshanan
As there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Dr. Shalene Kereshanan
was declared the Deputy Chairman of the Board of Inquiry for the year 2013/2014.
6.9 Election of the Board of Inquiry- Committee members
The nominations received and candidates were:Dr Ramakrishnan Kalimuthu
Prof Dr Ong Siew Tin
Dr Joseph Edmund
Dr Kathiravan
Dr Vijendran Rajenthiram
Dr Ibrahim Shahruddin
Dr Nagarajan
Dr Mohd Zainal Asidin
All the nominated candidates were considered elected as the Committee members of the Board of Inquiry
for the year 2013/2014 as the said Committee required eight members.
7. CONFIRMATION ON THE MINUTES OF THE 69TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The minutes of the 69th Annual General Meeting was confirmed as correct proceedings of meeting on the proposal
of Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan and seconded by Dr Jaswant Singh subject to the following amendments:Page 3, item 3- to amend the name of Mej. Jen.Dato’Shukir bin Hussain to “Mej. Jen. Dato’ Dr Sukri bin Hussin”
Page 17, item 28, paragraph 10, to delete the whole paragraph and replaced with the following:
“During the queries raised by Dr Noraini Alwi and Dr Shubon Sinha Roy a lively discussion was presented at the
meeting.”
8. MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF THE 69TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON
25 AND 26 MAY 2012.
8.1 Status of tax exemption
In response to the query of Dato Dr A Ratnanesan, the President informed the meeting that the Ministry
of Finance (“MOF”) had approved the tax exempt status. However, MDA was unable to comply with their
requirements and the said tax exemption had expired.
The President informed that Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan will brief the status of the tax exemption later in the
afternoon.
8.2 Board of Inquiry
In response to Lt. Kol Dr Shalene Kereshanan’s query on whether a Board of Inquiry was called against Dr
Noraini Alwi for her accusation spoken against Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan during the 69th AGM, the President
informed the House that since the complainant, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan had not lodged a report to the
Board of Inquiry against her, hence there is no Board of Inquiry and the matter was closed.
8.3 Donations
In response to Dr Shubon Sinha Roy’s query on page 18, sub section e) of the minutes of the 69th AGM
whether donations collected were raised by a fund raising dinner, the President confirmed it was a formal
MDA dinner and at the same time used to raise funds for the proposed Wisma MDA.
8.4 Direction of Wisma MDA Board of Trustees
In response to the queries of both Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan and Dato’ Dr Yim Khai Kee pertaining to the
direction of Wisma MDA Board, the President informed them that Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan will brief the
status of Wisma MDA to the House later in the afternoon.
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9 TO RECEIVE AND PASS THE MDA’S COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORTS FOR 2012/2013
At this juncture, Prof. Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan sought the approval from the members of meeting to move the
agenda on his report on “Report of Chairman of Organising Committee 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress” and
“Resolution for the Annual General Meeting on 16 June 2013” to be discussed and resolved by the members first
as he would like to leave the meeting early.
The President sought approval from the members by voting on a show of hands and a majority of the members
agreed to move the above agendas to be discussed first.
9.1 Report of Chairman of Organising Committee 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
Prof. Dato Dr A. Ratnanesan then reported to the meeting on the Report of Organising Committee of the
35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress. He informed the House that it was a challenging task for him and the
Organising Committee to raise funds for the 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress Kuala Lumpur due to financial
constraint.
In addition, due to the impending 13th General Election in Malaysia, the Organising Committee was unable
to confirm the attendance of selected VIPs for the special event. However, due to the total commitment and
dedication of the members of the Organising Committee, the Congress went on smoothly and successfully
with surplus in budget.
He would like to put on record his appreciation to the Organising Committee who repeatedly answered the
call in the spirit of true selfless sacrifice and commitment to ensure the successful delivery of the event despite
the limited support from the government due to the impending general election. However he recorded his
appreciation to the Ministry of Health and Oral Health Division for their contribution to sponsor delegates to
the APDC event.
9.2 Resolutions for the Annual General Meeting on 16 June 2013.
Prof. Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan then tabled the following resolutions for discussion and approval:Resolution 1
That “the House resolves that the Malaysian Dental Association submit an invitation to the FDI World Dental
Federation, to host the FDI World Dental Congress in the year 2017, subject to agreement between both
parties (FDI and MDA)”
Resolution 2
That “the House resolves that the Malaysian Dental Association submit an invitation to the Asia Pacific Dental
Federation /Asia Pacific Regional Organisation (APDF/APRO) to host the Asia Pacific Dental Congress in the
year 2020, subject to the agreement between the APDF/APRO and the MDA.”
Prof. Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan commented that MDA needs to upgrade the education programme in tandem
with the nation’s vision of achieving a developed nation in year 2020.
After much discussion, the above resolutions 1 and 2 were put to vote on the proposal of Dato’ Dr S.
Sivanesan and seconded by Dato’ Dr Shubon Sinha Roy.
A majority of the members approved the said Resolutions 1 and 2.
It was resolved that the abovementioned Resolution 1 and Resolution 2 be hereby adopted by the House.
Prof. Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan further reminded the new incoming President to effect the above resolutions by
setting up of a committee to look into the above matters. The new President noted on his comments.
9.3 President’s Report
The President of the Malaysian Dental Association, Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen tabled the “President’s
Report” and led the House through the report.
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan congratulated the Council and the various committees set up during the period
2012/2013 for their dedication and commitment. However, he noted that reports were in narrative
form.
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He proposed to the next Council to allow reports of minutes of the sub-committee meetings instead of writing
the report in narrative form. The new committee should make a synopsis on each of the meetings.
In response to his comments, Dr Kalaiarasu suggested to Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan to obtain a copy each of
the minutes of meeting from the respective committees instead of incorporating the minutes in the annual
report.
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan also commented that the members were not aware of the guidelines of awards and
that he had listed in “The Awards Committee Report”. He proposed to the next chairman to list out the names
of those eligible candidates of the respective committees and their resume to be published for members’
reference. The President noted Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan’s proposal.
Dato’ Dr Yim Khai Kee noted that MDA foundation had been omitted from President’s report. He reminded
the House that MDA Foundation belongs to the members of MDA.
Dr Malliga then asked the question whether Wisma MDA is autonomous or is it part of MDA constitution.
The President informed that Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan will address this issue of Wisma MDA to the House
later in the afternoon. Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan then expressed his disappointment over his absence at this time
when there is a need to seek clarification from him.
The President’s Report was approved on the proposal of Dr Shubon Sinha Roy and seconded by Dato’ Dr
Yim Khai Kee.
Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen then recorded his personal appreciation to all MDA 2012/2013 Council
members for their cooperative responsibility and commitment during his successful tenure as President.
The President adjourned meeting at 1.15 p.m. for lunch.
9.4 Report of Honorary General Secretary
The MDA’s AGM meeting resumed at 2.15 p.m. and Dr Neoh Ein Yau tabled the “Honorary General
Secretary’s Report 2012-2013” and led the meeting through the report.
The report was approved on the proposal of Dr Shubon Sinha Roy and seconded by Dr Ibrahim
Shahrudin.
9.4.1 Matters Arising from the Honorary General Secretary’s Report
a) Appointment of Legal Adviser
The Chairman informed the House that MDA had received a letter of intent from Messrs Krishna
Dallumah, Manian & Indran of their accepting the position as Legal Adviser of MDA for the year
2013/2014.
It was unanimously resolved that the House do hereby approves the appointment of Messrs
Krishna Dallumah, Manian & Indran as legal adviser for the year 2013/2014 on the proposal of
Dr Shubon Sinha Roy and seconded by Dr Rama Rao.
b) Appointment of External Auditor For Year Ending 31 December 2013
The President informed the House that MDA had received a letter of intent from the external
auditors, Messrs K.F. Cheong & Co of their acceptance of the position as the external auditors’ of
MDA for the year ended 31 December 2013.
Dr Shalene sought clarification whether the external auditor is also acting as the accountant of
MDA. Dr Darren Yap replied that K.F.Cheong & Co is not the accountant of MDA as there is a
treasurer who is in charge of the accounts of MDA. Messrs K.F.Cheong & Co is only the external
auditor of MDA.
It was unanimously resolved that the House do hereby approves the appointment of Messrs
K.F.Cheong & Co as MDA’s external auditors for year ended 31 December 2013 on the proposal
of Dr Shubon Sinha Roy and seconded by Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
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9.5 The Honorary Financial Secretary’s Report For the Financial Year Ended 31 December 2012
The Honorary Financial Secretary, Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong tabled the “Honorary Financial Secretary’s
Report for the Financial Year Ended 31 December 2012” for discussion and led the meeting through the
report.
Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong informed the house that MDA has a healthy financial balance with a significant
increase in surplus compared to the previous year.
Dr Shalene enquired about the difference in revenue and statement of balance for Wisma MDA. Dr Darren
Yap replied that subsequent funds collected went into fixed deposit accounts when the amount of RM300,000
was reached.
In response to Dr Yim Khai Kee’s question on whether Inland Revenue will impose a tax on the general fund,
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan informed that once MOF approved the tax exemption status, the amount taxed by
Inland Revenue will be refunded to the MDA.
It was resolved that the financial statements for year ended 31 December 2012 be hereby adopted on the
proposal of Dr Shashitharan and seconded by Dr Ratnasothy.
9.5.1 Proposed Budget for Year 2013/2014
Dr Darren Yap tabled the report on proposed budget for year 2013/2014. He led the meeting
through the report and the budget was unanimously approved on the proposal of Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan
and seconded by Dato’ Yim Khai Kee.
9.6 Report of Publication Secretary.
The publication secretary, Dr Shalini Kanagasingsam tabled the “The Honorary Publication Secretary’s
Report” and led the meeting through the report.
She informed the House that there was some delay in getting the newsletters out due to heavy workload
related to the 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress.
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan then asked her when the two Malaysian Dental Journal (MDJ) will be ready and she
replied that one was in print and the other was at final draft stage.
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam further informed the House that MDJ editor, Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini, has developed
a new website (www.mdj.org.my) in line with the current trend of web-based journal publication.
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam called upon Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini to brief the House on the website. Dr Haizal
briefed the House that MDJ can be accessed via online. He further informed that the second phase of the
MDJ transformation will include the implementation of online manuscript submission and management system
which will expedite in handling submissions.
It was noted that with the launch of the new website, MDJ had received more submissions especially from
international authors.
The “Honorary Publication Secretary’s Report” was approved on the proposal of Dr Yim Khai Kee and
seconded by Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
9.7
Northern Zone Annual Report 2012/2013
Dr Lim Chiew Wooi tabled the report on “The MDA Northern Zone Annual Report 2012/2013” and led the
meeting thorough the report. The report was approved by the House.
9.8 Eastern Zone Annual Report 2012/2013
Dr Leong Kei Joe tabled the report on “The MDA Eastern Zone Annual Report 2012/2013” and led the
meeting through the report. The report was approved by the House.
9.9 Southern Zone Annual Report 2012/2013
The MDA Southern Zone Chairman, Dr Angie Wong tabled the report on “MDA Southern Zone Annual Report
2012/2013” and led the meeting through the report. The report was approved by the House.
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9.10 Government Liaison Officer’s Report
Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid tabled the report “Government Liaison Officer’s Report” and led the House
through the report. The report was approved by the House.
9.11 Section Concerning Dental Officers and Specialists (A Section of the Malaysian Dental Association)
(SCODOS) Annual Report 2012/2013
The Chairman, Dr Muz’ini Mohammad tabled the “SCODOS’s Annual Report 2012/2013” and led the
House through the report. The report was approved by the House.
9.12 Wisma MDA Board of Trustees Report
The Chairman of Wisma MDA Board of Trustee, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan tabled the report on “Wisma MDA
Board of Trustees” for discussion and led the house through the report.
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan informed the House that the Ministry of Finance (“MOF”) had given a conditional
tax exemption letter in May 2012 which required Wisma MDA to either own a building or approved
planning permission and architectural plans to build Wisma MDA by the local authority. As this was not
possible due to limited available funds, the Wisma MDA Board of Trustees has proposed to MDA Council
to consider the purchase of a unit property build by a developer called KL Gateway. The Wisma MDA
Board has proposed the purchase of 5,000 sq ft based on available funds and subject to House approval.
Provisionally, the Wisma MDA Board of Trustees had submitted a letter to MOF for tax exempt approval
in March 2013.
In response to Dato’ Dr Yim Khai Kee’s query on funds of Wisma MDA Board of Trustee belonging to MDA,
Dato How Kim Chuan clarified as follows:
• Wisma MDA Board of Trustees was incorporated in the constitution with the purpose of setting up Wisma
MDA and act in the interest of MDA in registering the property.
• Wisma MDA Board of Trustees also serves as a guardian in the collection of funds for the Wisma MDA
project.
Dato’ Yim Khai Kee informed the House that he was one of the founders of the MDA Foundation and that
the purpose of setting the Foundation was for the benefit of the MDA members. As such all properties of the
Foundation should belong to MDA.He proposed the two bodies, MDA Foundation and Wisma MDA Board of
Trustees be merged for the benefit of members of MDA.
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan replied that, as MDA Foundation was incorporated under the Companies Act,
1965, its funds and properties are reported as a private limited company.
After much discussion, the House resolved that a legal adviser be appointed to determine the issue of
merging the funds of Wisma MDA Board of Trustees and MDA Foundation into single entity on the proposer
of Dr Yim Khai Kee and seconded by Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
The Wisma Board of Trustees Report was approved on the proposal of Dr Ratnasothy and seconded by
Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
9.13 20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition
Dr. Neoh Gim Bok tabled the “20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition Report” and led
the House through the report. Dr Neoh Gim Bok thanked all members and traders for their support.
The “20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition Report” was approved by the House.
9.14 Proposed Amendments to the MDA Constitution 2013
Dr Chow Kai Foo tabled the “Proposed amendments to the MDA Constitution 2013” for discussion and led
the House through the proposed amendments.
Lt Kol. Dr Sharlene noted that less than one third of the members were left to decide on an important issue
which will affect MDA members’.
After discussion, it was resolved by the House that the said resolution be deferred to the next Annual General
Meeting and that the said resolution be prioritised in the agenda of the next Annual General Meeting on the
proposal of Lt Kol Dr Sharlene and seconded by Dr Rani Panadam.
The Chairman with the approval of the house resolved that a legal adviser be appointed to help in amending
the constitution.
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9.15 Resolutions 3 and 4-Review of Dental Bill 2013
In relation to Resolution 3 and Resolution 4 proposed by Dr R.Vijendran and Dr Angie Wong Chin Mee
respectively as follows:Resolution 3
“to apply urgently to the Minister of Health to allow the stakeholders of the dental profession in Malaysia
to review the proposed Dental Bill 2013, to enable the concerned stakeholders to go through the various
provisions and issues that are incorporated, in the proposed Dental Bill 2013 especially the new ones, submit
their views to the relevant authorities.”
Resolution 4
Excerpts from the letter of Dr Angie Wong Chin Mee- To review the Dental Bill 2013 for the following
reasons:The Chairman lamented that despite the ‘The Dental Bill 2013 being posted on MOH website for 30 days
last year, it was not satisfactorily scrutinized by all the stakeholders.
Dr Chow Kai Foo added that there is also a need to look into matters concerning foreigners practising in
Malaysia
The Preseident suggested members give their feedback on any specific clauses in the Dental Bill 2013 to
their respective zones, and then only discuss with the Ministry of Health.
9.16 The Awards Committee Report
Dato’ Dr S.Sivanesan tabled the “The Awards Committee Report” and led the House through the report.
He thanked the Committee members for their assistance and support. The report on the “Awards Committee
Report” was approved by the House.
10.VALEDICTORY ADDRESS BY THE OUTGOING PRESIDENT
The President, Dr. Haja Badrudeen thanked all Council members and the respective chairman of all the committees
for their support and assistance during his term of presidency.
11.INAUGURAL ADDRESS BY THE INCOMING PRESIDENT
The new President, Dr Neoh Gim Bok welcomed all the newly elected Council members for 2013/2014 and
highlighted the new challenges for him and the Council.
12.CLOSE OF MEETING
There being no further business, the Meeting terminated at 5.10 p.m. with a vote of thanks to the President on the
proposal of Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan.
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COUNCIL MEMBERS YEAR 2013/2014
President
President-Elect
Immediate Past President
Honorary General Secretary
Honorary Financial Secretary
Honorary Publication Secretary
Assistant Honorary General Secretary
Assistant Honorary Financial Secretary
Representative from Northern Zone
Representative from Southern Zone Representative from Eastern Zone Elected Council Member
Elected Council Member
Appointed Council Member
Appointed Council Member
Appointed Council Member
SCODOS Chairman
MDA Committees
Administration and Finance Committee
Dental Protection Limited Liaison Committee
Patients Complaints Bureau Committee
Constitution Amendments Committee
Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Dr Teh Tat Beng
Dr Haja Badrudeen
Dr Neoh Ein Yau
Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong
Dr Haizal Bin Mohd Hussaini
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
Dr Lim Chiew Wooi
Dr Ang Lai Choon
Dr Angie Wong
Dr Leong Chee San
Dr Leong Kei Joe (Term ends Feb 2014),
Dr Nurshaline Pauline Bte Hj Kipli (Term ends Feb 2014),
Dr Ederic Khoo Chik Eurn (Term starts Feb 2014)
Dr Abd Rashid Hassan (Term starts Feb 2014)
Dr John Ting
Dr Ng Woan Tyng
Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid
Mej Gen Dato’ Dr Sukri bin Hussin
Dr Raymond Chai Yeong Chang
Dr Abrizah
Chairman : Chairman : Chairman : Chairman : Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr. Shashitharan Sadacharan
Dr Kalaiarasu Pearisamy
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Affiliates Liaison Committee
Awards Committee
Product Accreditation and MDA Seal and Committee
Dental Trade Liaison Committee
MDA Homepage Committee
Wisma MDA Board of Trustees
MDA CPD and Accreditation Committee
Recommended Fee Schedule Committee
FDI AWDC Bidding Committee
MDA Think Tank Committee
21st MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition 2012
MIDEC 2014
International Relations Committee
Liberalization, Globalization and Dental Tourism Chairman
Community Dental Services Committee (CSR)
Government Policy and Regulatory Committee
FDI National Liaison Officer
ATM Liaison Officer
Government Liaison Officer
Chairman : Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Chairman : Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan
Chairman : Dr Muzafar Hamirudin
Chairman : Dr Teh Tat Beng
Chairperson : Dr Ng Woan Tyng
Chairman : Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
Chairperson : Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
Chairman : Dr Raymond Chai Yong Chang
Chairman : Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen
Chairman : Dr Chow Kai Foo
Chairman : Dr Neoh Ein Yau
Dr Teh Tat Beng
Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr Teh Tat Beng
Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong
Chairman : Mej Gen Dato’ Dr Sukri Hussin
Chairperson : Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Dear Esteemed MDA members,
Once again we have come to the end of another very short and extremely busy one
year term of the current council and preparing for a smooth transition to the next
council under our President-Elect Dr. Teh Tat Beng.
At the last year Annual General Meeting, the general body mandated the council to ascertain the relationship
between the MDA and the MDA Foundation, to resolve any issues and then to move forward in a united manner from
then on. A committee headed by Dr. Tan Yoke Sing, a former President of the MDA, has worked closely with the MDA
Foundation to amend the memorandum of articles of the MDA Foundation in order to achieve the mandate of the
general body. This the committee has done and is now awaiting approval by the MDAF Board.
The Wisma MDA Board of Trustees has had several meetings with the Ministry of Finance and was promised a RM20
million tax–exemption for the building fund with conditions. An EOGM was held on the 8th Dec 2013 and the approval
was given by the floor to purchase the Parklane property in Kelana Jaya. The MDA Council is now looking into the
financial feasibility of the purchase of the Parklane property.
On the CPD front, we have put in extraordinary efforts to bring world-class speakers and as a result we achieved
record attendances for the 21st MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition. The demand for booths was extremely
encouraging and a total of 172 exhibitions booths were taken up. Credit must also be given to the Organizing
Chairman Dr. Neoh Ein Yau & his able committee for doing a magnificent job.
The new Dental Act, which was named Dental Act 2013, was supposed to be passed last December but did not
materialize and now renamed Dental Act 2014. We hope that the Act can be passed by the second half of the year.
Under the Personal Data Protection Act, which was implemented last November, Dental Clinics are considered data
users under the health sector and thus required to register by 15th February 2014. We urge our members to send
in their registration, as it is already an Act passed by the parliament. However we are appealing that dental clinics
should be exempted from this Act as we are covered under the Private Healthcare & Facilities Act, which already
prohibits against using and sharing of patients’ data for commercial purposes. Another Act that can greatly affect
our profession is the Medical Device Act. MDA are helping dental traders in the registration of dental products
& equipment to preempt any steep rise in material and equipment costs which will ultimately translate to higher
treatment charges for the general public. We are indeed grateful that Dr. Chow Kai Foo, the Chairman of the MDA
Think Tank (MDATT) committee has put in great efforts and sacrifices to help resolve the issues that arose from these
Acts and various government policies affecting the use of Xrays, human resources and the GST.
On the administrative front we have implemented the online database system to keep up to date membership’s data.
With the online database system we can easily track membership dues, registration for CPD events and also CPD
points allotted.
I woulike to summarise MDA activities throughout the term 2013/2014.
DENTAL PROTECTION LIMITED
During the 21st MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition in January 2014 at the PWTC, the DPL sent two
speakers, Dr. Jane Merivale and Dr. Stephen Henderson to speak on the services of the DPL and risk management
in the practice of dentistry. The council also had a brief discussion with both the speakers on non-profit indemnity
organization and strictly insurance based company. Another issue brought up was a request to keep the premium
charged to the MDA members as reasonable and fair as possible. This is made possible only if the profession
constantly improve in their delivery of dentistry and to learn to mange complaints in a mature and responsible manner
so that litigation is kept to a minimum.
The Malaysian Dental Association will continue to aid our members via the Public Complaints Bureau Committee which
works closely in tandem with the DPL and also continue an active dialogue with the DPL based in the UK so that the
indemnity cover for our members will continue to be relevant and comprehensive.
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MDA HOMEPAGE
For the year 2013, there were 187,124 visits as compared to 152,771 visits for year 2012, an increase in
22.48%.
There is also 34.34% of increment in pages, ie from 881,672 ( 5.77Pages/visit) in 2012 to 1,342,778 ( 7.17 pages/
visit) in 2013
The number of hits has also increased 34.54%, from 6,859,204 ( 44.89Hits/visit) in 2012 to 9,228,314 (49.31 Hits/
visit) in 2013
Due to the hectic activities organized by the Malaysian Dental association, the bandwidth has also been increased
21.34%,from 447.40GB in year 2012 to 542.90GB in year 2013. Members are advised to visit the MDA website
Reported period
First visit
Last visit
Viewed traffic *
Year 2013
01 Jan 2012 - 00:00
31 Dec 2012 - 23:56
Unique visitors
Number of visits
<= 118,825
187,124
Exact value not
(1.57 visits/
available in
visitor)
‘Year’ view
Not viewed
traffic *
Pages
1,342,718
(7.17 Pages/
Visit)
Hits
Bandwidth
9,228,314
542.90 GB
(49.31 Hits/Visit) (3042.22 KB/
Visit)
558,997
1,576,961
83.16 GB
* Not viewed traffic includes traffic generated by robots, worms, or replies with special HTTP status codes.
regularly to get the most recent updates, pay their annual dues, register online for conferences, assess to the e-Journal
, MDA News as well as the annual reports, and most importantly, update personal particulars, including own CPD
points.
The MDA Homepage committee hopes to continue to improve and upgrade in order to serve the membership
better
ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE
The committee had convened on a few occasions over the past year to decide on financial matters of the Association
as well as the running of the secretariat. Among some of the upgrades/improvements made were on :
1. Miscellaneous repairs around the secretariat including plumbing, lighting and other fixtures
2. Repair and streamlining the internet wiring
3. Spring cleaning of the secretariat involving the removal of outdated and old printed materials taking up storage
space.
4. Purchase of a new photocopy machine.
5. Refreshing new email addresses as the old ones were hacked into.
The secretariat continues to be utilized for ongoing CPD programs such as the Evening Lecture Series and other handson courses and lectures.
Puan Normah Karim tendered her resignation in 2013 while Cik Erni Rahayu and Ms Wennie Kok tendered their
resignations in early 2014. Their dedication and outstanding service is greatly appreciated. Portfolios for the existing
staff were modified accordingly to cover for their absence whilst a new member of staff was added, namely Cik
Salfarina Wan Abd Fatah.
At the time of writing, MDA is in the process of securing a new replacement staff.
Financial policies and guidelines were revised and updated following the ratification of the new council. Additional
policies include collaboration with dental supplies companies in conducting courses.
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FEE SCHEDULE
Our Association advocates the practice of safe and proper dentistry without compromising on quality of dental care.
It is reasonable to say that an acceptable standard of dental care and procedures is expected of its members. A new
fee recommended schedule is appropriate with advances in dental practice.
Work on the new recommended fee schedule coincided with the time when the Competition Act 2010 was coming into
enforcement. The Malaysian Competition Commission (MyCC) had engaged in several well-publicized cases throughout
2013 with what is perceived as contrary to fair competition. This committee is and continues to be supportive of the
work of MyCC. Nevertheless, as healthcare providers, members are duty bound to maintain and continually enhance
the standard of service in line with new advancement and evidence from dental research. Directive has been given
by the Council of 2013-2014 to formulate a revised general guideline for reference exclusively for members in the
private sector although recognizing the importance of market forces in influencing individual dental practitioner’s
fee.
It was only possible to include the more common treatment procedures undertaken by members. Members are
encouraged to observe prevailing ethical considerations when undertaking consultation and treatment of their patients.
Fees should always be discussed with the patient before commencement of a procedure.
By the time of print, copies in poster form should have been mailed to all members by post.
GOVERNMENT POLICY AND REGULATION
Dental Act 2013 now at the Attorney Chamber office. It was supposed to be passed in the parliament last December
but it was postponed at the last minute. Hopefully it will be passed by this year. Malaysian Dental Council is now in the
process of drafting the regulations for the Act.
Medical Device Act was passed in 2012 is now in the process for registration of the dental/medical traders of theirs
equipment’s and instrument. Apparently there were some confusion over the registration process which may result in
huge financial implications for the traders and therefore indirectly affecting the cost of dental treatment. MDA had set
up a committee consisting our members and traders to come up with an advisory to resolve the issue for the benefits
of our profession and general public.
The Personal Data Protection Act was passed in 2012 and implemented in Nov 2013. Private dentists and medical
practitioners are considered as data users under the health sector. We are therefore required to be registered with
the PDPA by 15th Feb 2014. Failure to do so will result in a RM500,000 fine. MDA assisted the members by coming
out with the advisory on the registration process and made the relevant forms available from our homepage for
download. However MDA is also of the opinion that 3 months period for the registration process is too short a time
and moreover dentists should not covered under this act as we are already registered under PHFSA which prohibit
the sharing of our patient’s data for commercial purposes. Thus we are appealing to Ministry of Health and PDPA
commissioner to be exempted from the registration under the Act.
DENTAL TRADE LIAISON
This year has been an eventful year for Trade Committee. Annual sponsorship and trade exhibition is the main source
of income for MDA and we are grateful to the unprecedented support that our traders gave to us throughout the
year.
The 21st MDA Scientific Convention & Trade exhibition was oversubscribed, with 172 trade booths. Aside from
regular dental exhibitors, we have the banking, IT and Electronic exhibitors this round. More than 1050 participants
and 1000 visitors attended the convention and trade exhibition. We were excited to note that many Exhibitors had
constructed their own booths which had raised the standard of the 21st/MDA Trade Exhibition comparable to the
International Trade Show like IDEM. It was considered the biggest trade exhibition held by MDA in West Malaysia for
year 2014.
We are pleased to note that Trade Exhibitions organized by Northern, Southern and Eastern Zone in conjunction with
their convention in year 2013/2014, all the available booths have also been fully subscribed by dental traders.
MDA is rebranding its mid-year convention as an international dental conference. Our vision is to make MIDEC a mustcome international scientific conference and trade exhibition showcasing cutting-edge dentistry so as to consistantly
educate dental professionals from all corners of the globe through the provision of world-class presenters and
exhibitors. MIDEC 2014 will be held at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 30th May to 1st June 2014 with an
estimate 2500 local and regional delegates attending this event.
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Beside barter trade agreement with our usual trade partner like Dental Asia, DPN and Cosmetic and Surgery, year
2013/2014 also witnesses MDA to enter into a barter trade agreement with Dental South China International
Expo.
FDI
101st FDI AWDC (Annual World Dental Congress) 2013, Istanbul, Turkey
The 2013 FDI General Assembly saw the inauguration of Dr Tin Chun Wong as President 2013-2105, the election
by acclamation of Dr Patrick Hescot as President-Elect and the re-constitution of the FDI Council. FDI President Dr Tin
Chun Wong officially began her two-year term on 30 August after a brief handover ceremony. She takes over from
outgoing President Dr Orlando Monteiro da Silva (Portugal). FDI President-Elect Dr Patrick Hescot (France) will begin
his two-year term of office in 2015.
Istanbul Declaration
A declaration by the world’s dentists meeting in Istanbul calls upon national, regional and global health leaders
“to recognize oral health as an essential component of global health and promote a reinforced inter-professional
collaborative approach in the development of global and national policies”. The ‘Istanbul Declaration’ was unveiled to
the public on 27 August 2013 by the General Assembly of FDI, meeting in advance of the AWDC.
FDI Policy Statements
FDI issued five policy statements which were approved by the World Dental Parliament at its sessions during the FDI
AWDC in Istanbul. The five Policy Statements were published in the December 2013 edition of the International Dental
Journal. The subjects covered include Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs); Oral Health and the Social Determinants of
Health; Oral Infection/Inflammation as a Risk Factor for Systemic Diseases; Salivary Diagnostics; and Bisphenol-A in
Dental Restorative and Preventive Materials.
Minamata Convention
FDI welcomes the ratification of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, in Minamata, Japan, from 9 October 2013.
The choice of Minamata, where serious health damage occurred as a result of mercury pollution in the mid-20th
Century, is highly symbolic. FDI has made it a priority to be involved in the drafting of the Convention from the outset.
It was gratified to see consensus develop around the phase-down approach to dental amalgam, during the fifth and
last meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Mercury (INC5). This phase-down approach was
advocated by FDI, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Association for Dental Research
(IADR)
World Oral Health Day (WOHD)
FDI will continue to celebrate World Oral Health Day (WOHD) on the 20th March. Celebrated around the world,
WOHD 2014 focus is on reminding young and old of the importance of protecting the teeth and mouth throughout
life
102nd FDI AWDC
The 102nd FDI AWDC will be held in New Delhi, India, from 11 to 14 September, 2014. It will be organized jointly
by FDI and its national member, the Indian Dental Association.
21ST MDA SCIENTIFIC CONVENTION AND TRADE EXHIBITION
The 21st MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition was held at the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur
on 18th and 19th January 2014. The event was graced by the Director of the Medical Development Division YBhg
Dato’ Dr Azmi bin Shapie, who was the guest of honour. Other distinguished guests included the YBhg Dr Khairiyah Bt
Abd Muttalib, Principal Director of Oral health; Dr TC Wong, President of the FDI; and Dr John Hinterman, Secretary
General of ICD. The event was attended by over 1,000 delegates, who included MDA members, non-members,
students as well as overseas delegates.
The Scientific Convention was truly world class, boasting 13 international and four local speakers on a wide variety
of topics. This convention also The organising committee wishes to express its gratitude to all sponsors who made this
event possible.
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is an ongoing programme of learning for all members to constantly
update their professional knowledge. The main duties of the MDA CPD committee are to verify MDA organized CPD
activities for MDC accreditation, maintain an annual CPD calendar and conduct Evening Lecture Series (ELS) in small
groups for members. MDA CPD committee, lead by Dr Shalini Kanagasingam have successfully conducted monthly CPD
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Evening Lecture Series (ELS) in Kuala Lumpur and there are regional events planned for the rest of the year. This year
was marked by an increasing number of dental professionals attending the ELS with an average of 60 participants
attending each lecture. At the time of printing, the following ELS programmes had been carried out and planned
for:
Date
November 2013
December 2013
March 2014
April 2014
April 2014
July 2014
August 2014
September 2014
Speakers
Professor Dr Christina Teixeira
Professor Dr Alison Rich
Prof Cheong Sok Ching
Assoc. Prof Dr Haizal Hussaini
Dr Jeannette Chuah
Dr Ahmad Sharifuddin
Dr Badiah Baharin
Dr Syarida Hasnur
Dr Alida Mahyuddin
Ms Sheila Menon
Dr Kathiravan Purmal
Dr Marco Martignoni
Dr Mumtaj Nisah
Dr Stephan Lampl
Topic
Orthodontics
Oral Cancer
Diagnosis and Awareness
Implantology & Periodontology
Hypnosis and Behavioural Management
Introduction to Implant Dentistry
Endodontics & Prosthodontics
Orthodontics
Aesthetic Dentistry
More ELS programmes are being planned for the Northern, Southern and Eastern Zone members. In fact, this is the first
time that a new “Webinar” Series” will be introduced, whereby lectures will be available on the MDA website. MDA
members in benefit will be able to access these for online CPD points. This initiative is still at the development phase
and we hope to roll it out by the end of the year.
MDA is grateful to Colgate Palmolive Sdn Bhd in supporting the ELS and its commitment for quality dental education.
We are also grateful to Coltene Whaledent, Dentsply, MegaGen and Ultradent for their contributions to the MDA ELS
programme.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
The World Oral Health Day 2014 themed “Celebrating Healthy Smiles” was officiated by YB Datuk Dr Jerip Anak
Susil, “Menteri Muda Kesihatan Awam”, Sarawk on 20 Mac 2014. It was celebrated at the national level in Kuching
Sarawak, jointly organised by the Oral Health Division, MOH and Malaysian Dental Association lead by Dr John Ting
Sii Ong who is the organising chairman.
In partnership with Colgate, MDA will be organising the 11th Oral Health Month (OHM2014), a public campaign that
has been running yearly every April since 2004. The aim “Towards a Cavity-Free Future” is in line with the key Oral
Health Goals for the year 2020. MDA is actively involved in recruiting dentists and dental surgery assistants to serve
in the Free Public Dental Screening in various shopping complex throughout the country.
During the 21st MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition, MDA is pleased to collaborate with Cancer Research
Initiatives Foundation (CARIF) through Be Frank program, conducting survey on oral cancer awareness program. Early
detection are key factors to reducing cancer incidence and improving outcomes. Dental professionals have an important
role to play in early detection of oral cancers. There is an ongoing plan to train 100 private dental practitioners to
screen oral cancer amongst patients.
There has been many community programs being carried out by MDA Eastern Zones under the leadership of Dr Leong
Kei Joe. All the out-reach programs were successful and beneficial to the local community with the aim of enhancing
their dental healtcare.
PCBC
As we have stressed in our previous reports, more often than not, miscommunication and interpersonal factors are the
reasons disputes occur. Seldom are clinical ‘mistakes’ alone the cause of a complaint. In other words precipitating
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factors like adverse clinical outcomes, iatrogenic errors, inadequate care, fees collected without predisposing factors
like rudeness, miscommunication, delays, inattentiveness etc. seldom result in a complaint. We need to accept these
are from the patients perspective of expected standards of service and good clinical practice; what more when
we are moving away from paternalistic dentistry. It also does not help when the trigger of complaints are our own
colleagues. Whilst the PCBC does NOT condone negligence, fraud, misconduct, substandard clinical care etc., we urge
our colleagues to get all the facts in before we encourage patients to complain.
The PCBC, for the past twelve months, has assisted in mediating in more than 30 cases. Of these, 20 were complaints
from patients and the remainder requests from clinicians to assist in dispute resolution. Of the 22 cases involving patient
complaints, four was over fixed prosthodontics, three involving endodontics, four in oral surgery, three in orthodontics,
one each in periodontics and pedodontics. Two cases involved alleged overcharging and two of alleged cheating.
The last two cases were referred to the MDC.
CONCLUSION
As always, it is with all humbleness that I express my sincerest gratitude to the members of this committee for their
tireless contributions for the betterment of MDA. Last but certainly not least, my deepest gratitude goes out to the
secretariat staffs who worked above and beyond the call of duty.
In Your Service and the Service of the Profession,
Dr Neoh Gim Bok
President
Malaysian Dental Association
31st March 2014
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HONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY’S REPORT 2013 - 2014
Our association is continuing to grow with membership crossing the 5000 members
benchmark and this poses a great challenge to the council and the organising
committee not only to bring the highest quality CPD program to meet the demand of
the entire profession but also to keep our conference fees low. It has come to a point
that smaller convention venues are no longer able to accommodate the increasing
numbers of delegates in a year or two to come looking at the rapid expansion of our
membership. Thus, the cost of organising event has become exorbitantly high for the association to bear. The council
has done extremely well to bring in new income to MDA and at the same time, practising prudent spending. The
mentality of subsidy should also be a thing of the past. Only then, all our valuable resources can be fully utilised to
bring world class educators to our convention.
I would like to thank the whole council members and chairman of various committees who have contributed voluntary
without constrain or expectation of reward. These dedicated members are foregoing their family time to build a
better MDA for us. On the other hand my sincere appreciation also goes to all the members who patronised MDA
CPD events.
Lastly, I wish the in coming council under Dr Teh Tat Beng leadership a successful year.
COUNCIL MEEETING
The council of 2013/2014 has meet 6 times at the time of print.
DELEGATE(S) TO INTERNATIONAL / REGIONAL DENTAL CONGRESS
i) FDI Annual World Dental Congress : 25 August – 30 August 2013 @ Turkey
Chief Delegate
: Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Alternate Delegate : Dr Teh Tat Beng
FDI Liaison Officer : Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong
ii) 35th APDC Kuala Lumpur
Chief Delegate
: Dr Haja Badrudeen
Alternate Delegate : Dr Neoh Gim Bok
APDC President
: Dato’ Dr A Ratnanesan
iii) Others
a) Dental South China Exhibition – Guangzhou 2014
b) Yeongnam International Scientific Congress and Dental Exhibition 2013
c) Thailand International Dental Congress 2013
MEMBERS HOLDING INTERNATONAL AND REGIONAL DENTAL ORGANIZATION
i) Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan
APDF President
ICCDE Chairman
ii)
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
FDI Councillor
APDF Editor
ICD Councillor
iii) Datuk Dr Sharifah F. Alhabshi Chair, ITI Section (S.E.A)
Chair, ITI Section (S.E.A)
iv) Dr Yip Chee Cheong
Communications Officer, ITI Section (S.E.A)
v) Brid. Gen. Dato’ Dr. Mohd Ilham bin Haji Haron
APDF Commissioner
Chairman of Defence Forces
vi) Dr Michael Ong Ah Hup
Board Member, Asia Pacific Academy of Implant Dentistry
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vii) Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum
Board Member, Asia Pacific Academy of Implant Dentistry
MEMBERSHIP
MDA MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION (As at 30/03/2014)
1. Ordinary Member :
3,812
2. Life Members :
346
3. Honorary Members :
16
4. Associate Members :
206
5. Correspondence :
9
6. Post Graduate Students :
13
7. Undergraduate Students :
622
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TOTAL _______
5,024
NEW ORDINARY MEMBERS
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Dr Ahmed M Daood
Dr Aiza Hani Mohd Husain
Dr Alida Mahyuddin
Dr Anis Saaleha Rizvi bt Syed Aamir Khurshid Rizvi
Dr Aniz Ezarina Abdul Rahman
Dr Asma binti Ashari
Dr Azirir Awani Ariffin
Dr Bala Saravanan a/l Bala Rajentharen
Dr Chai Yet Wan
Dr Chan Ee Mee
Dr Charis Wong Xian Jun
Dr Dharshini Naidu a/p Ragupathy Naidu
Dr Ema Marlisa binti Abdul Malek
Dr Erica Hii Pey Wen
Dr Farinawati binti Yazid
Dr Filzah binti Abas
Dr Firdaus Hariri
Dr Foo Qi Chao
Dr G Krishana Ananda A/L Gopalakrishnan
Dr Hafizah Mohamed Kutty
Dr Hafsah bt Othman Ramli
Dr Herni Wati bt Haron
Dr Ho Pei Cher
Dr How Mun Shin
Dr Hue Wei Fen
Dr Issac Ooi Poh Jit
Dr Ivy Ooi En Ru
Dr Izni Iwani Majid
Dr Jashen Das
Dr Juzaily binti Husain
Dr Kavitha Kalyani Solaiappan
Dr Khairunnisa binti Hj Ahmad Bustami
Dr Lee Loong Jiet
Dr Lim Jia Sheng
Dr Lim Yee Che
Dr Mohd Farhan Abdul Razak
Dr Mohd Khairulanwar bin Sabri
Dr Muhammad Azam bin Abdurl Razak
Dr Muhammad Azhan bin Jamail
Dr Muhammad Azril bin Azizi
Dr Muhammad Khiratti bin Mat Zainal
Dr Muhammad Syafiq bin Alauddin
Dr Munirah bt Mohd Adnan
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Dr Ng Hui Cheen
Dr Nik Mukhriz bin Nik Mustapha
Dr Nor Adilah bt Mohd Nor
Dr Nor Asilah Harun
Dr Nor Azura Juhari
Dr Nur Iylia binti Johari
Dr Nuranida Hani bt Ruslan
Dr Nurul Ain bt Ramlan
Dr Nurul Hafiza binti Arifin
Dr Nyu Chui Ee
Dr Persis Nair
Dr Piranganayakidevi
Dr Preveena Balakrishnan
Dr Quek Szu Fang
Dr Renette Gan Siok Lynn
Dr Resha Adnan Malik
Dr Rohendran
Dr Rosemaria Deraman
Dr Rosnani binti Mamat
Dr Rostam Iffendi bin Idris
Dr Sarah Sabrina binti Zakaria
Dr Saravanan
Dr Saxena Kirti
Dr Shari Ann Ho Soke Mun
Dr Sharifah Nurul Akmar
Dr Siah Bing Jhan
Dr Siti Fairus binti Yahya
Dr Sue Wye Luun
Dr Suhaila Mustafa
Dr T. Athiberan a/l Thiruvenkidam
Dr Tai Ken Joe
Dr Tan Hock Hin
Dr Tan Hong Liang
Dr Tan Sien Cher
Dr Tan Wei Lian
Dr Tan Yan Rui-Henry
Dr Ter Joo Hien
Dr Tong Hong Pin
Dr Umi binti Ab Jalil
Dr Wan Nur Farhana bt Wan Abdul Rahman
Dr Wong Shu Chyn
Dr Wong Yuih Ing
Dr Yeap Chee Keong
Dr Yog Jia Sheng
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88. Dr Zarin bin Usol
89. Dr Zurina Asiah bt Musa
MDA RE-APPLICATION
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2.
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Dr Aida bt Ali
Dr Andrew Koay Choon Bok
Dr Arba’ah bt Salim
Dr Azaitun Akma bt Shahrin
Dr Chang Chiew Sinn
Dr Chin Ngen
Dr Dahlia binti Abdullah
Dr Dinesh a/l Santhanakrishnan
Dr Habibah binti Md Said
Dr Juanna bt Bahadun
Dr Julaiha bt Baharudin
Dr Kelvinder Kaur a.p Bhar Singh
Dr Lau Shee Lang
Dr Leow Sze Yee
Dr Lim Tong Wah
Dr Mah Hon Kheong
Dr Masfueh Razali
Dr Musliana binti Mustaffa
Dr Nadia Hashim
Dr Nafisah Rashid
Dr Najihah bt Yunus
Dr Nur Azlina Ramli
Dr Nurul Huda bt Hasan
Dr Nurul Saadiah binti Mat Nawi
Dr Rohani bt Ismail
Dr Schallizam bin Zainal Abidin
Dr Sharmini Arumugam
Dr Sheerifah Bibi bt Hj Raj Mohd
Dr Sofiah bt Mat Ripen
Dr Suraya Hani bt Mohd Sinon
Dr The Adillah bt Mustaza
Dr Tin Maung Aung
Dr Wan Adida Azina bt Mahmood
Dr Wan Mazidah bt Wan Abd Rahman
Dr Zanjebil Abdul Kadir Al-sagoff
Dr Zehty Hanum binti Muhamed Kassim
Dr Zuriani bt Zainal
Dr Zuryati Ab Ghani
MDA ASSOCIATE MEMBER
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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16.
Dr Ali Shamim Atta Ullah
Dr Annapoorna Thangaraj
Dr Bhuvaneswari Birla Bose
Dr Brindha Karthikeyan
Dr Deepthi
Dr Eswara Uma
Dr Kameswari Kondreedy
Dr Karthikeyan Ponnusami
Dr Mohideen Salihu Farook
Dr Okba Mahmoud
Dr Padmanabha Kumar
Dr Preetha Anand
Dr Ramasamy
Dr Ravi Shanker
Dr Sadeep Bailwad
Dr Saptarshi
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18.
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20.
Dr Siddharth Dhanaraj
Dr Tai-Foong Chung
Dr Venu Vallakatla
Dr Waroquy
MDA LIFE MEMBER – BY ELIGIBLE
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Dr A Chandra Mogan
Dr Beh Lee Fong
Dr Chandrasakaran Pillay
Dr Chuah Cheng Sun
Dr George Varughese
Dr Goh Ai hwa
Dr Hj Munarwan Hussain Awan
Dr Law Chai Hoon
Dr Lim Sek Ying
Dr Majinah Ahmad
Dr Manjeet Kaur a/l Bachan Singh
Dr Neermala Devi a/p AK Rasiah
Dr Nesrajah a/l V Kandiah
Dr Ng Tuck Lam
Dr Ngeh Hong Ching
Dr Poovendran a/l Appadurai
Dr Rokiah bt Man
Dr Satwant Singh Gill
Dr Sukhdev Singh
Dr T S Jeyalan
Dr Tan Kien Cheng
Dr Tan Sim Piau
Lt Col Dr Joginder Singh Chanan Singh
Prof Datin Dr Rashidah Esa
MDA- UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS MEMBER
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9.
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Amy Low
Chen Lee Chian
Chin Wai Mun
Chin Yu Jie
Farah Farhana bt Mohamad Sanusi
Haizimah bt Razali
Hamidah bt Mohd Yusof
Hui Jia Min
Karimah bt Yusof
Khairul ANam bin Kamarudin
Khor Wei Tak
Lee Geok Fong
Lim Cher Wee
Lim Dao Zhuo
Loh Leh Ying
Lynn Ko Wei Linn
Mohd Fadhil bin Mohamad Rafi
Mohd Firdaus Isa
Mohd Hisyammudin bin Mohd Nathir
Mohd Ismail bin Harun
Mohd Izzat bin Mohamed Noor
Mohd Marhan bin Sidek
Mohd Ritzuan bin Abdul Mutalib
Mohd Yusri bin Mohd Nordin
Muhamad Iqbal Rosli
Munirah Bt Ab Talib
Nabihah bt Nadar @ Nadaruddin
Noor Shaheera binti Abdul Aziz
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Noorfarahain Othman
Nor Fatiyah binti Che M Nasir
Norfatehah Mat Yasin
Nur Afizah bt Yahya
Nur Ashikin binti Abdul Karim
Nur Khairiyah binti Jalaludin
Nurain bt Kamarulzaman
Nurdina binti Ab Aziz
Nurfarahin Sufri
Nurfarhana binti Ilyas
Nurul Azwa Mohd Saman
Pang Kin Tong
Quah Xin Ying
Rabiah Rawi
Rabiatul Adawiah bt Muhammad Azzur
Roszeyana binti Mohd Zainal Abidin
Saw Zhi Zheng
Siti Farah Fasehah bt Awaludin
Siti Fatimah binti Ramli
Siti Marziah binti A Mutali
Siti Nabillah bt Mohamad Roslan
Siti Nornidayah binti Abdul Kadir
Siti Nur’ain binti Abu Bakar Siddik
Siti Nuraini bt Samsee
Suhaenih bt Budin
Tan Shu Xhin
Tan Suk May
Tay Eng Tat
Tengku Yasmin binti Tengku Azam
Tg Aaina Syazwani bt Tg Aminudin
The Jun Ying
Wai Chaong Ren
Wan Norsalmihanim binti Wan Ismail
Wong Choon Yoong
Wong Xue Han
Yashvin Kaur a/p Moghana Singh
Zukhariyah binti Zullifli
Dr Neoh Ein Yau
Honorary General Secretary 2013 /2014
Malaysian Dental Association
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THE HONORARY FINANCIAL SECRETARY’S REPORT
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2013
It is with great pleasure I present the Malaysian Dental Association’s financial statements
for the year ended 31st December 2013 (FY2013). The financial statements are
drawn up so as to provide a complete and accurate representation of the Association’s
financial position. As always, all accounting records have been meticulously compiled,
adhering to proper and strict accounting procedures as is required in an association of
this magnitude. Thus I am pleased to report that MDA continues to maintain a sound financial position.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE AND POSITION
During the year under review, the Association’s total income stood at RM8,342,363, which is a substantial increase
from last year due largely to the APDC held in May 2013. Contribution to FY2013 total income include the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Revenue from APDC 2013: 66.5%
Revenue from other conventions and meetings: 16.7%
Membership subscriptions and entrance fees: 4.1%
Other revenue, rental income and interest income: 10.0%
The Association reported a surplus after taxation of RM2,187,664 representing a more than twofold increase from
FY2012 and possibly the highest ever recorded in recent years.
The Association’s total expenditure for FY2013 consists of fixed and variable expenditure components, amounting to
RM5,870,471 and represented by:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
APDC expenses: 69.3%
Expenses on other conventions and meetings: 15.1%
Expenses on activities: 4.1%
Secretariat expenses: 5.4%
General, meeting and affiliation expenses: 4.8%
The Association continues to deliver a strong and healthy balance sheet as at 31st December 2013 with net current
assets amounting to RM7,839,193. This was mainly due to the increase in fixed deposits and bank balances to RM4.4
million and RM2.9 million respectively, representing the Association’s cash and cash equivalents of RM7.4 million, up
from RM5.2 million as at 31st December 2012.
MATTERS ARISING:
1. We note the disappointing collection of subscription in spite of the constant reminders. We appeal to members
to update their subscriptions. Rising of subscription rates is a distinct possibility taking into consideration that the
rates have not been revised for many years and remain very low vis-à-vis other professional organizations.
2. Consideration to dispose of our two existing properties to help fund for Wisma MDA as and when appropriate.
3. The high cost involved in providing members with access to online journals through the MDA website is grossly
underutilized and we may need to source for alternative options or negotiate for a more suitable arrangement.
4. Printing costs for the newsletters and MDJ can be reduced if hardcopies are eliminated or reduced to bare
numbers as MDA continues striving to be environmentally friendly.
I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to the secretariat staff, accountant, internal and external auditors as well
as the MDA council members and the various zone councils for their tireless commitment and cooperation in assisting
our august association’s continued improvement in financial standing.
Thank you.
Dr Darren Y.Y.Yap
MDA Honorary Financial Secretary, 2013-2014
MDA FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITED STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR THE
YEAR ENDING 31ST DECEMBER 2013
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
REPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
31 DECEMBER 2013
CONTENTS
REPORT OF AUDITORS
REPORT OF INTERNAL AUDITOR
BALANCE SHEET
STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
PAGE NO.
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K. F. CHEONG & CO. (AF1010)
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
No. C-6-5, Megan Avenue 1, 189 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-21660198, 21661198 Fax: 03-21662198
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the financial statements of MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION, which comprise the balance
sheet as at 31st December 2013, and the statement of income and expenditure, cash flow statement and summary of
significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes, as set out on pages 4 to 19
Council Members’ Responsibility for the Financial Statements
The council members of the Association are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial
statements. This responsibility includes: designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the
preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to
fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are
reasonable in the circumstances.
Auditors’ Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit
in accordance with approved standards on auditing in Malaysia. Those standards require that we comply with ethical
requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial statements are
free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements. The procedures selected depend on our judgment, including the assessment of risks of material misstatement
of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, we consider internal
control relevant to the Association’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design
audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Association’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting
policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the council members, as well as evaluating the
overall presentation of the financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit
opinion.
Opinion
In our opinion, the financial statements which have been prepared under historical cost convention, are properly drawn
up so as to exhibits a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association and three branches in Northern
Zone, Southern Zone and Eastern Zone for the year ended as at 31 December 201 and of the results and cash flow
of the Association and the three branches in Northern Zone, Southern Zone and Eastern Zone for the year ended on
the date according to the best of the information and explainations given to us and as shown by the records of the
Association.
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
REPORT OF INTERNAL AUDIT
This is certify that I have examined the accompanying Balance Sheet, Statement of Income and Expenditure and Cash
Flow Statement of the Malaysian Dental Association for the year ended 31 December 2013.
I, in my opinion, the accompanying Balance Sheet, Statement of Income and Expenditure and Cash Flow Statement with
the notes thereto, give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association.
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2013
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Note
2013 (RM)
2012 (RM)
2
1,175,352 1,219,127
CURRENT ASSET
Subscription in arrears
68,240
41,470
Sundry receivables and deposits
3
949,825
182,647
Tax recoverable
-
36,780
Fixed deposits with a licensed bank
4,453,405
3,632,421
Cash and bank balances
2,972,263
1,603,133
8,443,733
5,496,451
Less: CURRENT LIABILITIES
Sundry payables and accruals
4
593,383
177,519
Provision for taxation
11,157 NET CURRENT ASSETS 604,540
7,839,193 177,519
5,318,932
DEFERRED INCOME 5
(874,824)
(931,871)
DEFERRED EXPENDITURE
6
46,836 393,586
(827,988)
(538,285)
8,186,557 5,999,774
Financed by:
ACCUMULATED FUND
8,182,412 5,994,748
LONG TERM LIABILITIES
Deferred taxation
18
4,145 5,026
8,186,557 5,999,774
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2013
Note
2013 (RM)
2012 (RM)
344,064
38,400
104,479
1,396,216
5,549,953
53,404
831,847
24,000
370,804
36,000
105,736
2,895,345
134,030
651,268
127,000
INCOME
Membership subscriptions and entrance fees
Rental income
Interest income
Revenue from Convention and Meetings
7
Revenue from 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
8
Revenue from Activities
9
Other revenue
10
WISMA MDA Building Fund
Total Income
8,342,363
4,320,183
Less: EXPENDITURE
Expenses on Conventions and Meetings
11
888,136
2,172,127
Expenses on 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
12
4,069,679
17,070
Expenses on Activities
13
241,494
253,132
Secretariat expenses
14
316,371
258,592
Council meeting expenses
62,983
94,010
Patient Complaint Bureau Committee expenses
1,039
Affiliation expenses
15
7,833
9,962
Meeting expenses
16
92,242
90,023
General expenses
17
190,694
251,998
Total Expenditure
SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR BEFORE TAXATION
Taxation
19
SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR AFTER TAXATION
ACCUMULATED FUND BROUGHT FORWARD
ACCUMULATED FUND CARRIED FORWARD
5,870,471
3,146,914
2,471,892
(284,228)
1,173,269
(161,435)
2,187,664
5,994,748
1,011,834
4,982,914
8,182,412
5,994,748
The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2013
2013 (RM)
2012 (RM)
Surplus for the year before taxation
Adjustment for:Depreciation
Interest income
2,471,892
1,173,269
68,616
(104,479)
64,097
(105,736)
Operating profit before working capital changes
Decease/(Increase) in subscription in arrears
(Increase)/Decrease in sundry receivables and deposits
Increase/(Decrease) in sundry payables and accruals
Decrease/(Increase) in deferred expenditure
(Decrease)/Increase in deferred income
2,436,029
1,131,630
(26,770)
(767,178)
415,864
346,750
(57,047)
(34,943)
49,733
(49,274)
(255,144)
223,520
Cash generated from operations
Tax paid
Net cash generated from operating activities
2,347,648
(237,172)
1,065,522
(195,237)
2,110,476
870,285
104,479
(24,841)
105,736
(19,549)
79,638
86,187
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
2,190,114
956,472
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF THE YEAR
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF THE YEAR
5,235,554
4,279,082
7,425,668
5,235,554
2,972,263
4,453,405
1,603,133
3,632,421
7,425,668
5,235,554
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest received
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
Net cash generated from investing activities
ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS:
Cash and bank balances
Fixed deposits with licensed bank
The annexed notes form an integral part of the financial statements.
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - 31 DECEMBER 2013
1 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(a) Basis of Accounting
The financial statements comply with applicable approved accounting standards issued by the Malaysian
Accounting Standards Board and have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
(b) Property, Plant and Equipment and Depreciation
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.
Depreciation is calculated to write-off the cost of property, plant and equipment on a straight line at the rate
that will write off the assets, less their estimated residual values, over the expected useful life.
The principal annual rates are as follows:
Freehold land and building
2%
Computer
10% - 20%
Air-conditioner
10%
Electrical installation
10%
Exhibition panel
20%
Furniture and fittings
10%
Office equipment
10%
Signboard
10%
Renovation
10%
Where an indication of impairment exists, the carrying amount of the assets is assessed and written down
immediately to its recoverable amount. (c) Receivables
Receivables are carried at anticipated realisable values. Bad debts are written off when identified. An
estimate is made for doubtful debts on a review of all outstanding amounts as at the balance sheet date.
(d) Payables Payables are stated at cost which is at fair value of the consideration to be paid in future, whether or not
billed to the Association.
(e) Financial Instruments
Financial instruments carried on the balance sheet include cash and bank balances, debtors and creditors.
The particular recognition methods adopted are disclosed in the individual accounting policy statements
associated with each item.
(f) Impairment of Assets
At each balance sheet date, the Association reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether
there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists,
impairment is measured by comparing the carrying values of the assets with their recoverable amounts.
(g) Income Tax
Income tax on the profit or loss for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Current tax is expected
amount of income taxes payable in respect of the taxable profit for the year and is measured using the tax
rates that have been enacted at the balance sheet date.
Deferred tax is provided for, using the liability method, on temporary differences at the balance sheet
date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements.
In principle, deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences and deferred tax
assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences, unused tax losses and unused tax credits to
the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary
differences, unused tax losses and unused tax credits can be utilised. 34
Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the asset is realised
or the liability is settled, based on tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance
sheet date. Deferred tax is recognised in the income statement, except when it arises from a transaction which
is recognised directly in equity, in which case the deferred tax is also charged or credited directly in equity. (h) Income Recognition
All income, including membership subscriptions and entrance fees are recognised on receipts basis except for
interest income and rental income which are recognised on an actual basis.
(i) Employee Benefits
(i) Short Term Employee Benefits
Wages, salaries, social security contribution, bonuses and non-monetary benefits are accrued in the
period which the associated services are rendered by the employees.
(ii) Post-Employment Benefits
The Association contributes to the Employees’ Provident Fund (“EPF”), the national defined contribution
plan. The contributions are charged to the income statement in the period to which they are related. Once
the contributions have been paid, the Association has no further payment obligations.
(j) Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents in the statements of cash flows comprise cash and bank balance, short-term bank
deposits and other short-term, highly liquid investments that have a short maturity of three months or less from
the date of acquisition, net of bank overdrafts.
2 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
2013
Balance as at
Addition
Disposal
01.01.2013
Cost
RM RM RM Freehold office
1,364,419
-
-
Computer
169,183
22,449
-
Air-conditioner
18,290
-
-
Electrical installation
1,241
-
-
Furniture & fittings
59,763
-
-
Office equipment
177,627
2,392
-
Signboard
5,970
-
-
Renovation
86,650
-
-
Exhibition panel
9,000
-
1,892,143
24,841
-
Balance as at
31.12.2013
RM
Balance as at
Addition
Disposal
Accumulated
01.01.2013
Depreciation
RM RM RM Freehold office
259,898
27,288
-
Computer
139,743
14,914
-
Air-conditioner
12,567
1,829
-
Electrical installation
1,240
-
-
Furniture & fittings
48,647
4,847
-
Office equipment
130,232
9,273
-
Signboard
5,969
-
-
Renovation
69,320
8,665
-
Exhibition panel
5,400
1,800
-
673,016
68,616
-
Balance as at
31.12.2013
RM
1,364,419
191,632
18,290
1,241
59,763
180,019
5,970
86,650
9,000
1,916,984
287,186
154,657
14,396
1,240
53,494
139,505
5,969
77,985
7,200
741,632
35
2012
Balance as at
Addition
Disposal
01.01.2012
Cost
RM RM RM Freehold office
1,364,419
-
-
Computer
166,084
3,099
-
Air-conditioner
17,190
1,100
-
Electrical installation
1,241
-
-
Furniture & fittings
59,763
-
-
Office equipment
162,277
15,350
-
Signboard
5,970
-
-
Renovation
86,650
-
-
Exhibition panel
9,000
-
-
1,872,594
19,549
-
Balance as at
31.12.2013
RM
Balance as at
Addition
Disposal
Accumulated
01.01.2013
Depreciation
RM RM RM Freehold office
232,610
27,288
-
Computer
129,109
10,634
-
Air-conditioner
10,738
1,829
-
Electrical installation
1,240
-
-
Furniture & fittings
43,800
4,847
-
Office equipment
121,198
9,034
-
Signboard
5,969
-
-
Renovation
60,655
8,665
-
Exhibition panel
3,600
1,800
-
608,919
64,097
-
Balance as at
31.12.2013
RM
2103
Net book value
RM Freehold office
1,077,233
Computer
36,975
Air-conditioner
3,894
Electrical installation
1
Furniture & fittings
6,269
Office equipment
40,514
Signboard
1
Renovation
8,665
Exhibition panel
1,800
1,175,352
2012
RM
1,364,419
169,183
18,290
1,241
59,763
177,627
5,970
86,650
9,000
1,892,143
259,898
139,743
12,567
1,240
48,647
130,232
5,969
69,320
5,400
673,016
1,104,521
29,440
5,723
1
11,116
47,395
1
17,330
3,600
1,219,127
As at balance sheet date, the strata title to one of the freehold lot has not been issued in the name of the Association.
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3 SUNDRY RECEIVABLES
2103
RM Sundry receivables
486,762
Deposits
463,063
2012
RM
50,995
131,652
1,175,352
1,219,127
2103
RM Sundry Payables
426,609
Accruals
166,774
593,383
2012
RM
4 SUNDRY PAYABLES
5 DEFERRED INCOME
15,597
161,922
177,519
2103
RM APDC 2013
-
20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
-
3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013
-
AGM 2013
-
21th FDI/MDA Convention 2014
848,614
Ortho Implant Work
4,160
4th Borneo Dental Congress 2014
22,050
439,442
448,999
40,010
3,420
-
-
931,871
874,824
2012
RM
The income of the 20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013 organised by the Malaysia Dental Association is now reflected in
the Statement of Income and Expenditure for the financial year.
6 DEFERRED EXPENDITURE
2103
RM APDC 2013
-
20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
-
3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013
-
AGM 2013
-
21th FDI/MDA Convention 2014
22,766
Ortho Implant Work
104
4th Borneo Dental Congress 2014
21,576
MDASZ AGM 2014
2,100
71th AGM 2014
290
235,767
43,071
22,448
2,300
-
303,586
46,836
2012
RM
The expenditure relating to the 20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013 organised by the Malaysia Dental Association is now
reflected in the Statement of Income and Expenditure for the financial year.
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7 REVENUE FROM CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS
2103
RM UCLAN
-
68th MDA/AGM
-
CDA/MDA 2012 International Conference
22,676
19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012
-
11th Penang Dental Congress
-
2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012
-
IDEM Singapore 2012
-
5th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention 2012
-
MDANZ AGM 2012
-
MDASZ AGM 2012 & Trade Exhibition
-
34th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
-
20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
779,566
MES/MDA
55,953
12th Penang Dental Congress
179,159
3D Bone augmentation
7,000
6th Soutern Dental Congress
102,511
2nd Miri Dental Congress 2013
60,960
3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013
160,080
MDANZ AGM 2013
20,951
MDASZ AGM 2013
7,360
1,396,216
7 REVENUE FROM CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS
2103
RM UCLAN
-
68th MDA/AGM
-
CDA/MDA 2012 International Conference
22,676
19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012
-
11th Penang Dental Congress
-
2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012
-
IDEM Singapore 2012
-
5th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention 2012
-
MDANZ AGM 2012
-
MDASZ AGM 2012 & Trade Exhibition
-
34th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
-
20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
779,566
MES/MDA
55,953
12th Penang Dental Congress
179,159
3D Bone augmentation
7,000
6th Soutern Dental Congress
102,511
2nd Miri Dental Congress 2013
60,960
3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013
160,080
MDANZ AGM 2013
20,951
MDASZ AGM 2013
7,360
1,396,216
2012
RM
5,140
420
1,547,915
852,615
344,487
6,990
15,116
104,401
8,700
8,491
1,070
2,895,345
2012
RM
5,140
420
1,547,915
852,615
344,487
6,990
15,116
104,401
8,700
8,491
1,070
2,895,345
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8 REVENUE FROM 35TH ASIA PACIFIC DENTAL CONGRESS
2103
2012
RM RM
35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
Advertisement received
Commission received
Sponsorship
Miscellaneous income
3,976,159
3,100
2,514
1,044,756
523,424
-
5,549,953
-
2103
RM Publication of Dental Journal and Newsletter
4,600
Continuing Professional Development & Continuing
Education Course
11,258
Treasure Hunt
-
Implant Seminar
-
Public Health Screening
-
Sibu Dental Study Night
3,488
5th Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition
34,058
CSR Program
-
2012
RM
9 REVENUE FROM ACTIVITIES
5,600
42,281
500
22,650
400
1,070
54,329
7,200
53,404
134,030
2103
RM Commission received
21,005
Sponsorship
256,700
Mailing service
7,600
Miscellaneous income
546,542
Discount Received
-
831,847
2012
RM
10 OTHER REVENUE
21,722
287,450
20,320
321,731
45
651,268
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11 EXPENSES ON CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS
2103
RM 17th FDI/MDA Convention 2010
-
UCLAN
-
68th MDA/AGM
-
2nd Sabah Dental Congress
-
4th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention
-
19th FDI/MDA
-
CDA/MDA 2012 International Conference
-
69th MDA/AGM
-
MDA Gala Dinner Emcee 2012
-
11th Penang Dental Congress
-
2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012
-
IDEM Singapore 2012
-
5th MDA-SZ &SDA Joint Scientific Convention
-
MDANZ AGM 2012
-
MDASZ AGM 2012
-
MDAEZ AGM 2011
-
20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
405,891
MES/MDA
688
12th Penang Dental Congress
88,296
3D Bone augmentation
116
6th Soutern Dental Congress
73,224
2nd Miri Dental Congress 2013
55,311
3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013
127,584
MDANZ AGM 2013
13,256
MDASZ AGM 2013
8,512
70th AGM/MDA 2013
43,720
Istanbul FDI
71,538
3,750
18,088
6,000
1,900
180
428,952
1,299,190
28,100
3,000
239,649
26,963
24,502
63,484
12,068
15,241
1,060
-
888,136
2,172,127
2103
RM 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress
3,934,913
Postage, printing & stationery
139
Bank charges
608
Credit card charges
15,179
Website service
118,840
2012
RM
17,070
-
17,070
12 EXPENSES ON 35TH ASIA PACIFIC DENTAL CONGRESS
4,069,679
2012
RM
40
13 EXPENSES ON ACTIVITIES
2103
RM Publication of Dental Journal and Newsletter
177,993
Continuing Professional Development & Continuing
Education Course
18,296
Sibu Oral Health Campaign
-
Sibu Dental Study Night
1,790
Implant Seminar
-
CSR Project
-
Treasure Hunt
-
4th Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition
-
Tawau Dental Study Night
-
Kuching Dental Study night
-
Dental Outreach Program
1,309
Oral Health Awareness Campaign
1,000
Special Olympic
1,493
75th Singapore Dental Anniversary
12,313
5th Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition
27,300
241,494
14 SECRETARIAT EXPENSES
2103
RM Postage, printing & stationery
17,347
Refreshment
1,291
Staff Cost:
- salaries, allowance and overtime
213,367
- Employees’ Provident Fund
26,641
- SOCSO
2,820
Telephone charges
10,804
Travelling expenses
6,301
Wages
37,800
316,371
15 AFFILIATION EXPENSES
2103
RM CDA subscription
-
FDI subscription
6,742
AIDS subscription
-
APDF subscription
1,091
BIM subscription
-
7,833
2012
RM
130,787
36,627
3,086
600
17,987
568
476
59,708
286
1,258
1,749
253,132
2012
RM
21,472
1,803
192,790
24,124
2,366
9,616
6,421
-
258,592
2012
RM
1,340
6,159
100
863
1,500
9,962
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16 MEETING EXPENSES
2103
RM Zone Meeting
8,167
Admin Meeting
75,327
GCCD Conference
-
FDI Annual World Dental Congress
-
CDA Meeting
1,329
USM Talk
-
MDA - Scodos
2,000
Oral Health Awareness Campaign
-
MDA Evening Lecture
-
3rd CFAD
-
CPD Meeting
4,332
Dental Act Meeting
-
Dental Traders Appreciation
-
MADPHS
-
PCBC Meeting
-
UCLAN Meeting
110
Vietnam Dental Conference
-
Wisma MDA Building Meeting
977
8,393
8,806
2,588
26,737
9,296
934
3,500
1,600
1,519
5,454
2,719
7,000
4,300
336
2,101
3,914
826
92,242
90,023
2103
RM Accounting fee
22,386
Advertisement
6,433
Audit fee
9,000
Bank charges
3,591
Bad Debt-Written Off
-
Borneo MDA conference
2,223
Compliment & Condolence
2,000
Credit card charges
8,329
Donation
3,405
Depreciation
68,616
Electricity and water
8,776
Insurance
653
Legal and professional fees
14,288
Maintenance fee
4,270
Medical fee
1,244
Penalty & fine
32
Quit rent & assessment fee
4,552
Rental of safe deposit box
-
Service tax
426
Sundry expenses
-
Uniform
-
Upkeep of office equipment
3,181
Upkeep of premises
5,655
Website service
21,634
190,694
2012
RM
17 GENERAL EXPENSES
2012
RM
14,776
670
9,400
394
1,500
1,858
15,349
66,586
64,097
11,052
653
3,599
4,514
730
429
5,409
200
193
3,179
5,949
6,901
34,560
251,998
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18 DEFERRED TAXATION
2103
RM At beginning of the year
5,026
Deferred tax relating to originating temporary differences
(881)
4,787
239
5,026
At the end of year
4,145
2012
RM
The components and movements of deferred tax liabilities and assets during the financial year prior to off setting are
as follows:Deferred tax liabilities
RM Excess of carrying amount of Plant & Equipment over the tax base:
4,145
19 TAXATION
RM
5,026
2103
RM Current year provision
292,562
Overprovision in prior year
7,453)
Deferred tax relating to originating
temporary differences (881)
222,071
(60,875)
161,435
284,228
2012
RM
239
The tax liability is computed based on the scale rate instead of the Company’s tax rate of 25%.
20 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
a) Financial Risk Management
The Association seeks to manage effectively the various risks namely interest rate and liquidity risk, to which the
Association is exposed to in its daily operation.
b) Interest Rate Risk
The investment in financial assets is short term in nature and is not held for speculative purposes and is placed in
fixed deposits with licensed financial institutions.
Effective Interest Rates
As at 31 December 2013
Financial
Fixed deposits
As at 31 December 2012
Financial
Fixed deposits
Effective
Interest
Rate
%
within
1 year
RM
1-5
year
RM
Total
RM
2.55-3.50
4,453,405
-
4,453,405
2.55-3.70
3,632,421
-
3,632,421
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c) Liquidity Risk
As part of it soverall prudent liquidity management, the Association maintain ssufficient levels of cash and cash
equivalents to meet its working capital requirements.
d) Fair Values
Recognised financial statements
The fair values of the financial assets and financia lliabilities approximate their respective carrying values on the
balance sheet of the Association.
Unrecognised financial statements
There are no financial instruments not recognised in the balance sheet as at 31December 2013 that are required
to be disclosed.
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PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2014/2015
BUDGET
ACTUAL
2014/2015
FY2013
RM
RM
INCOME
Membership subscriptions and entrances fees
370,000.00
344,064.00
Revenue from Conventions and Meetings:
- 20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
779,566.00
- 22nd FDI/MDA Convention 2015 1,200,000.00
35th APDC
5,549,953.00
72nd MDA/AGM 2015 1,800,000.00
CPD Talk Income
12,000.00
11,258.00
Sponsorship Received
250,000.00
256,700.00
Direct Access Commission Received
21,000.00
21,005.00
Rental Income
38,400.00
38,400.00
Interest Income
0.00
104,479.00
Other revenue from Conventions and Meetings 700,000.00
616,650.00
Other revenue from Activities 45,000.00
42,146.00
Other revenue
550,000.00
554,142.00
Wisma MDA Buildng Fund
24,000.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
TOTAL INCOME 4,986,400.00
8,342,363.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
LESS : EXPENDITURE
Expenses on Conventions and Meetings:
- 20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013
405,891.00
- 22nd FDI/MDA Convention 2015
600,000.00
35th APDC
4,069,679.00
72nd MDA/AGM 2015 1,500,000.00
Other expenses on Conventions and Meetings
420,000.00
410,707.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total 2,520,000.00
4,886,277.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Expenses on Activities
Publication of Dental Journal & Newsletter Expenses
200,000.00
177,993.00
CPD Talk
20,000.00
18,296.00
Other expenses on Activities
220,000.00
205,205.00
World Oral Health Day
50,000.00
Balanced Scorecard Project
20,000.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total 510,000.00
401,494.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
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BUDGET
ACTUAL
2014/2015
FY2013
RM
RM
Secretarial expenses
Postages and courier, printing & stationary, sundry
20,000.00
17,347.00
Catering and Refreshment
2,000.00
1,291.00
Staff cost :
- Salaries, allowances and overtime
250,000.00
213,367.00
- Employee’ Provident Fund
30,000.00
26,641.00
- SOCSO
3,500.00
2,820.00
Telephone charges
11,000.00
10,804.00
Travelling Expenses
7,000.00
6,301.00
Wages
37,800.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total
323,500.00
316,271.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Affiliation Expenses
FDI Subscription
6,800.00
6,742.00
APDF Subscription
1,100.00
1,091.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total
___________________________________________________________________________________
Other Meeting Expenses
Meeting Expenses
95,000.00
92,242.00
PCBC expenses
8,000.00
APDC Singapore
30,000.00
FDI NEW DELHI INDIA 2013
60,000.00
FDI ISTANBUL TURKEY 2013
71,538.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total
190,000.00
163,780.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
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BUDGET
2014/2015
RM
ACTUAL
FY2013
RM
General Expenses
Accounting Fee
24,000.00
22,386.00
Advertisement
7,000.00
6,433.00
Audit Fee
10,000.00
9,000.00
Bank Charges 3,500.00
3,591.00
Credit Card charges
10,000.00
8,329.00
Depreciation
70,000.00
68,616.00
Donations & Gift
6,000.00
5,405.00
Electricity and Water
9,000.00
8,776.00
Insurance
653.00
653.00
Legal and Professional Fee
5,000.00
14,288.00
Maintenance Fee
4,500.00
4,270.00
Medical Fee
1,200.00
1,244.00
Penalty and fine
0.00
32.00
Quit Rent & Assessment
5,000.00
4,552.00
Service Tax
500.00
426.00
Upkeep of Office Equipment
4,000.00
3,181.00
Upkeep of Premises
7,000.00
5,655.00
Website Services
70,000.00
21,634.00
Others
___________________________________________________________________________________
Total
237,353.00
188,471.00
___________________________________________________________________________________
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) OF INCOME OVER EXPENDITURE
3,763,853.00
5,956,393.00
1,222,547.00
2,385,970.00
Notes to proposed budget:
1. The MDA website continues to be upgraded for more advanced capabilities.
2. MDA initiates celebrating World Oral Health Day with FDI in 2014 and expect to continue doing so.
3. No interest from FD if the money is to be channeled to the purchase of Wisma MDA.
4. A preliminary budget is provided for the PCBC as complaints are on the rise with increasing complexity in
management.
5. Wages was settlement for an ex secretariat employee.
6. MDA is embarking on a Balanced Scorecard project to chart and streamline its future course and objectives.
Prepared by,
Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong
Honorary Financial Secretary 2014/2015
Malaysian Dental Association
THE HONORARY PUBLICATION SECRETARY’S REPORT
47
Dear Friends & Colleagues,
The 2013/2014 Editorial Board for the Malaysia Dental Journal (MDJ) and the
Malaysia Dental Association Newsletter (MDA News) have worked tirelessly to
continue the journey of improvement and development.
MALAYSIA DENTAL JOURNAL (MDJ)
MDA NEWS
Chief Editor:
Assoc Prof Dr Chai Wen Lin
Editor:
Assoc Prof Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini
Advisor:
Professor Dr Ngeow Wei Cheong
Assoc Prof Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini
(Website liaison)
Advertising & Marketing Director:
Dr Eileen Koh
Committees:
Prof Ngeow Wei Cheong
Dr Bryon Ong
Dr Lim Tong Wah
Dr Kathiravan
Dr Lee Chee Wei
Mr Amir Nawi
Reviewers:
Dr Nor Himazian Mohamed
Dr Ros AnitaOmar
Dr Vinod Joshi
Dr Mohammad Kurshed Alam
Dr Wes Shankland
Dr John Lo
A/P Dr Zamros Yuzadi
Dr Ying Wai Sia (Surname Sia)
A/P Dr Roslan b Saub
Dr Eshamsul b Sulaiman
Dr Nor Malina bt Manan
Dr Vinod Joshi
Prof Dr Phrabhakaran K N Nambiar
Prof Dr Siar Chong Huat
Dr Roziana bt Mohd Razi
Contributing writers:
Datin Dr Amyza Saleh
Dr Roslan Abd Rahman
Dr Amer Siddiq
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr Nor Atika Md Ashar
Tresurer :
Dr Darren Yap
Ex-officio:
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
Disseminating information has gone through tremendous development since the days when we started our own
Malaysian Dental Journal. Now MDJ has gone fully online and can be access through MDA website. This transformation
began when I was the Chief Editor in 2012/13 and still undergoing substantial changes as we move from phase to
phase. Now MDJ is in 2nd phase of change whereby article can be submitted online. This is made available with the
implementation of online editorial management system, which will ease handling and managing manuscript for authors
and editors. MDJ is now under the care of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chai Wen Lin and under her steward, MDJ is now fast gaining
popularity and visibility.
We have gone from strength to strength under the able leadership of our President, Dr. Neo Gim Bok and the advise
of Dr Shalini Kanagasingam as past publication secretary. Her vision in transforming how we disseminate information
to members has made this work possible. On the newsletter, we have move towards having more regular writers and
contributors to discuss on issues concerning members. We include issues pertaining to acts and legislature which can
have an impact to our fraternity.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all MDA members who have kindly allowed me the opportunity to serve as
Honorary Publication Secretary. I truly appreciate all the support and encouragement of the editorial board members
as well as the MDA Council members. I am also very grateful to our loyal reviewers and contributors who have stuck
with us through the years.
I Wish the incoming Editorial Board a prolific and productive year ahead. Let us continue to play our parts in promoting
the advancement of dental practice, education and research in Malaysia.
Associate Prof Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini
Honorary Publication Secretary 2013/2014
Malaysian Dental Association
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION NORTHERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT
2013/2014
49
The Malaysian Dental Association Northern Zone is pleased to present the annual report for the year 2013/2014
1. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The annual general meeting was held on 3rd March 2013, at MH Hotel Ipoh Perak.
The meeting was well attended with total numbers of 74 members.
2. OFFICE BEARER FOR THE YEAR 2013/2014
The following members were elected to the 2013/2014 Committee:
Chairman
: Dr Lim Chiew Wooi
Hon. Secretary
: Dr Ang Lai Choon
Hon. Treasurer
: Dr Teh Yik Pin
Committee Members : Dr Goon Yong Por
: Dr Ong Tee Meng
: Dr Sumeeta Dhanoa
: Dr Chan Choon Chong
: Dr Yeoh Oon Take
Hon. Auditor
: Dr Tan Siam Hong
3. STATE REPRESENTATIVES
The zone committee wishes to thank the following state representatives for their contributions in the year
2013/2014
Perak
Penang
Perlis
Kedah
Pahang
Kelantan
Terengganu
: Dr Chong Kum Soon
: Dr Ahmad Termizi Zamzuri
: Dr Tan Kui Hin
: Dr Azillah Mohd Ali
: Dr Chan Cheng Hoong
: Dr Ahmad Burhanuddin
: Dr Tan Chong Boh
4. NORTHERN ZONE COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The committee held six meetings in its term of office. As usual these meetings were supplemented by informal
meetings and e-mails amongst the committee members to facilitate the smooth running of the zone activities and
its events.
3th March 2013
14th April 2013
29th September 2013
26th January 2014
5. ACTIVITIES DURING THE YEAR 2013
CPD Programmes and activities conducted by MDA Northern Zone
1. CPD programmes held in conjunction with the AGM :
Programme
0800
0830
0945
1015
1130
1300
1430
- 0830
- 0945
- 1015
- 1130
- 1300
- 1430
- 1545
Registration
Achieving Aesthetics for Direct Composite Restorations
Tea Breaks
Root Resorption: Treatment Options for the Compromised tooth
AGM
Lunch
Principles and Medications for the Practice of Successful Oral
Surgery
1545 - 1615 Tea breaks
1615 - 1745 Pain Management In Dental Practice
1800 - 2030
Dinner
Assoc Prof Dr Seow Liang Lin
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam
Hon Assoc Clinical Prof Wong Foot Meow
Hon Assoc Clinical Prof Wong Foot Meow
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Dental Trade Exhibition: 8.00am-6.00pm
Attendance for Scientific Programme: 143
2.
CPD Programme – Pahang CPD Programme 2013
Date: 9th June 2013 (Sunday)
Venue: Shahzan Inn
Speaker: Dr Lim Tong Wah
Topic: Treatment Planning in Full Mouth Rehabilitation Integrating and Applying Evidence Based Clinical
Concepts I and II
Attendance: 26 participants
3.
CPD Programme – Penang CPD
Date: 29th June 2013 (Sunday)
Venue: Yeng Keng Hotel, Penang
Lecture 1: The Wisdom of Third Molar Surgery
Speaker: Dr Loh Hong Sai
Lecture 2: Private Hospitals: Clinical Surgical and Non-Surgical Cases in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and
Implant Dentistry
Speaker: Dr Michael Ong Ah Hup
Lecture 3: Laser Applications for Dentistry
Speaker: Dr Loh Hong Sai
Lecture 4: The Practice of Dentistry-An Australian Perspective
Speaker: Dr Yeoh Oon Soon
Attendance: 31 participants
4.
CPD Programme – SAF System Adaptive Endodontic Technology
Date: 22nd September 2013
Venue: 1926 Heritage Hotel, Penang
Topic: A New Era of Minimally Invasive 3D Endodontics
Speakers: Dr Kranthi Raja and Dr Shekhar Bhatia
Attendance: 59 participants (40 dentist, 19 dental students)
5. 12th Penang Scientific Dental Congress
Date: 22nd, 23rd and 24th November 2013
Venue: Ixora Hotel, Butterworth, Penang
Pre-Congress Hands-On Programme 22nd November 2013
Conductor: Dr Deepak Mehta
Topic: Pre Fabricated Veneers: Fast, Fabulous and Furious
Attendance: 26 (half day morning )
Conductor: Dr Kuah Hong Guan
Topic: Single Reciprocation File For Root Canal Preparation Vertical Compaction Obturation Method
Attendance: 16 (full day)
Main Congress Scientific Programme
Speaker: Dr Depak Mehta
Topic 1: Direct Composite Veneers Made Easy
Topic 2: A Full Circle Approach to Aesthetic Composite Restorations
Speaker: Dr Kuah Hong Guan
Topic 1: Keys To Endodontic Success
Topic 2: Crakced Tooth Syndrome: How to Manage It
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Speaker: Dr Douglas Lai Hung Chong
Topic 1: How to Make Success in Periodontal Disease Management?
Topic 2: Periodontal Regeneration: The Myth and The Reality.
Speaker: Dr Ng Fooi Chin
Topic: Challenges in Immediate Implants
Speaker: Dr Hong Yong Huat
Topic1: What’s new in Orthodontics? Which developments are potentially a flash-in- the-pan and which are
staying to make an impact?
Dental Nurse & DSA Symposium Programme
Speaker: Puan Rahmah Bt Mohd Desa
Topic: Motivational Talk- Pengukuhan Keyakinan Diri
Speaker: Dr Noorliza Ibrahim
Topic: The 10 Principles of Nursing Care
Attendance
Main Congress 23rd-24th November 2013
Delegate: 201
Student: 36
Dental Nurse & DSA Symposium 23rd November 2013
Attendance: 167
Trade Exhibition 23rd-24th November 2013
Traders: 24 Booth: 31
Lucky Draw Winners:
1. Dr Tan Kui Hin
2. Dr Koh Yee Ting
3. Dr Goh Bong Jian
4. Dr Tan Sze Jun
5. Dr Hasnah Bt Abdul Rahman
6. MEMBERSHIP
The total number of membership for Northern Zone for the year 2012/2013 Are as follows:
Penang:
Perak:
Perlis:
Kedah:
Terengganu:
Kelantan:
Pahang:
Total:
7. COMMENTS
429
362
34
210
126
191
176
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The past year has been an eventful and demanding one. We had organized 4 CPD programme throughout the
term. 12th Penang Dental Congress was well attended with the total participants of 404.
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8. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We would like to thank all the traders and members who have helped us in one way or another and contributed
to the success of our projects. We would also like to convey our condolences to our members who had lost their
loved ones this year.
Report prepared by:
Dr Ang Lai Choon
Secretary 2013/14
Malaysian Dental Association Northern Zone
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION EASTERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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Greetings from MDA Eastern Zone
It has been another challenging and fruitful year of 2013. The “direction” for the administrative year 2013/2014
was very much evolving around promotion and provision of oral health care to children and individuals with special
needs. In retrospect, the biggest challenge was not only organising congresses and CPD activities for our members but
to ascertain that the association is relevant and significant to the general public. In line with our continuous aspiration,
the Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone has made history through signing of Memorandum of Understanding
with Special Olympics Sabah and Special Olympics Sarawak during the 3rd Special Olympics Sarawak Sate Games.
Special Olympics is an international organisation (NGO) dedicated to empowering individuals with Intellectual
Disability to become physically fit, productive and respected members of the society through sports training and
competition. In line with this, all athletes need to be physically fit and this involves oral – dental health. Oral health
screening, through Special Olympics Special Smiles, is conducted regularly, be it at their respective games or as a
stand - alone event by Special Olympics Healthy Athletes. We saw this as a golden opportunity to help this group
of special individuals, individuals with Intellectual Disability, using our noble, professional capabilities. In essence, this
Memorandum of Understanding ensures continuous support from Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone in events
organised by Special Olympics Sabah and Sarawak and in ensuring the athletes receive the appropriate oral – dental
care. In return, Special Olympics Sabah and Special Olympics Sarawak will recognise our involvement in Special
Olympics Special Smiles as part of our Continuing Professional Development activity. We are also to proud to inform
that one of our members, Dr Lorend Telajan, has been officially trained as Clinical Director for Special Smiles during
the event.
Another historical event in 2013, was the joint partnership with the Malaysian Association of Paediatric Dentistry
in organising the 2nd Miri Dental Congress 2013. Delegates were enlightened on their knowledge of Paediatric
Dentistry through various themes arranged, namely Dental Traumatology and Cariology. In preparation for the
Memorandum of Understanding with Special Olympics Sabah and Special Olympics Sarawak, a dedicated theme was
also allocated in this congress, which is Special Needs Dentistry.
A congratulatory message also goes out to the Zone’s immediate Past Chairman, Dr. Hu Chang Lek, who was awarded
Pegawai Bintang Sarawak (PBS) by Sarawak Head of State, Tun Datuk Patinggi Abg Muhammad Salahuddin in
conjunction with his 92th birthday celebration. This award is a proof that the State recognised the Zone’s excellent work
in improving the dental services in Sabah and Sarawak.
Finally, we wish to extend our deepest gratitude to the Immediate Past President of Malaysian Dental Association, Dr.
Haja Badrudeen, President of Malaysian Dental Association, Dr. Neoh Gim Bok, and all Principal Office Bearers and
Council Members of Malaysian Dental Association for their support and advice and most of all, the trust in allowing
Eastern Zone members to hold important portfolio at the Central level to help out in the running of activities organised
by MDA. A special thanks to Oral Health Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia, Dental Traders and members of MDA
Eastern Zone.
In summary, since our 4th MDA Eastern Zone Annual General Meeting in 27th January 2013 until 31st December 2013,
MDA Eastern Zone had organised the following activities in various parts of Sabah and Sarawak:
(i) 3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013 and Trade Exhibition cum 4th MDA AGM, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. 25 – 27
January 2013
Organising Chairman: Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
(ii) 2nd Miri Dental Congress 2013, Miri, Sarawak. Jointly organised by MDA Eastern Zone and Malaysian Association
of Paediatric Dentistry. 24 – 25 August 2013
Organising Chairman: Dr Lorend Telajan
(iii)
Colgate Oral Health Month. 6 April – 19 May 2013
Coordinator:
Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli (Sarawak)
Dr Leong Kei Joe (Sabah)
Venue:
Meroni (E-Mart) Kuching Sarawak,
Everrise Dept Store 4 M Kuching Sarawak
Boulevard Hypermarket Miri Sarawak
Meroni (E-Mart) Miri Sarawak
Sing Kwong (SKS) Sibu Sarawak
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Giant 1Borneo Hyper Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Pacific Ngiu Kee Centre Point Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Servay Putatan Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Genting Mas Mall Sandakan Sabah
Servay Hypermarket Tawau Sabah
(iv) 3 Dental Study Evening:
a. MDA – Colgate Evening Lecture Series, Sibu. 26 April 2013
Coordinator: Dr James Chu Kok Weng
b. MDA – Colgate Evening Lecture Series, Kuching. 27 April 2013
Coordinator: Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli
c. MDA EZ Dental Study Night, Kota Kinabalu. 25 October 2013
(v) 4 CSR / Dental Outreach Projects
a. Kg Dudar, Kota Belud, Sabah. 2 March 2013
Coordinator: Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
b. Kg Buayan, Sabah. 5 – 7 July 2013
Coordinator: Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
c. Kg. Numbak, Likas, Sabah. 29 September 2013
Coordinator: Dr Leong Kei Joe
d. MDA Eastern Zone support in the Sabah State Oral Cancer Awareness Campaign. 24 November 2013
Coordinator: Dr Leong Kei Joe, Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
(vi) Memorandum of Understanding between MDA Eastern Zone with Special Olympics Sabah and Special Olympics
Sarawak at 3rd Special Olympics Sarawak State, Miri. 1 – 3 November 2013.
Coordinator: Dr Leong Kei Joe
WORKING HARD IS NOT EASY ... BUT ... PERSEVERANCE IS EVEN HARDER!
Thank You.
Dr Leong Kei Joe
Chairman Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone
4TH MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION EASTERN ZONE (MDA EASTERN ZONE)
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
MINUTES OF ELECTION COMMITTEE
Date:
Time:
Venue:
Chairman:
Recording Secretary:
Attendance:
In attendance:
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27th January 2013
1:45pm – 3:45pm
Pacific Ballroom, 1 Borneo Grand Ballroom, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Dr Roland Chia Ming Shen
Dr Aw Jong Kok Choy
MDA members practicing in Sarawak and Sabah (as per attendance list attached)
Dr Haja Badrudeen Bin Sirajudeen (MDA President)(observer)
Commencement of election for new office bearers.
Election committee Chairman, Dr Roland Chia Ming Shen proceed to convene the election of the following office
bearers:
A.
Proposed Chairman:
Dr Leong Kei Joe
Proposer:
Dr Alex Lo Shen En
Seconder:
Dr Vivien Lo Oi Jin
Proposer to close nomination: Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli
Seconder:
Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
Therefore, Dr Leong Kei Joe was duly elected as the Chairman of the MDA Eastern Zone 2013/2014.
B.
Proposed Secretary:
Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli
Proposer:
Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
Seconder:
Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
Proposer to close nomination: Dr Vivien Lo Oi Jin
Seconder:
Dr Alex Lo Shen En
Therefore, Dr Nurshaline Kipli was duly elected as the Secretary of th MDA Eastern Zone 2013/2014.
C.
Proposed Treasurer:
Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
Proposer:
Dr Alex Lo Shen En
Seconder:
Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
Proposer to close nomination: Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
Seconder:
Dr Sonia Jane Pang
Therefore, Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan was duly elected as the Treasurer of the MDA Eastern Zone 2013/2014.
D.
Five(5) committee members proposed were as follow:
(1) Dr Alex Lo Shen En
a. Proposer: Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan
b. Seconder: Dr Hu Chang Lek
(2) Dr Edric Kho Chik Eurn
a. Proposer: Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli
b. Seconder: Dr Hu Chang Lek
(3) Dr James Chu Kok Weng
a. Proposer: Dr Alex Lo Shen En
b. Seconder: Dr Hu Chang Lek
(4) Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
a. Proposer: Dr Abd Rashid Hassan
b. Seconder: Dr Alex Lo Shen En
(5) Dr Lawrence Lau Yeu Teck
a. Proposer: Dr Hu Chang Lek
b. Seconder: Dr James Chu Kok Weng
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Proposer to close nomination for committee members: Dr James Chhoa Jau Min
Seconder: Dr Alex Lo Shen En
Therefore, all five members, Dr Alex Lo Shen En, Dr Edric Kho Chik Eurn, Dr James Chu Kok Weng, Dr James Chhoa
Jau Min and Dr Lawrence Lau Yeu Teck were duly elected as the committee members of the MDA Eastern Zone
2013/2014.
E.
Proposed Internal Auditor: Dr John Ting Sii Ong
Proposer:
Dr Hu Chang Lek
Seconder:
Dr James Chu Kok Weng
Proposer to close nomination: Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan
Seconder:
Dr Nurshaline Pauline Kipli
Therefore, Dr John Ting Sii Ong was duly elected as the Internal Auditor of the MDA Eastern Zone 2013/2014.
The Election Committee Chairman, Dr Roland Chia Ming Shen, congratulated the newly elected Chairman, Dr Leong
Kei Joe, and his office bearers.
Meeting adjourned at 2:45pm.
Minutes prepared by
Dr Aw Jong Kok Choy
Secretary Election Committee
Dr Roland Chia Ming Shen
Chairman Election Committee
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE ANNUAL REPORT
2013/2014
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MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2013
The Malaysian Dental Association Southern Zone Annual General Meeting was successfully held on
24/02/2013(Sunday) 12.00 noon at Hotel Selesa, Johor Bahru.
The following members were elected to serve the Southern Zone committee for the term 2012:
Chairman:
Dr. Angie Wong Chin Mee
Hon. Secretary:
Dr. Leong Chee San
Hon. Treasurer:
Dr. Jolene Lai
Committee members: Dr. Wong Kian Seong
Dr. Elizabeth Wong Siew Geik
Dr. Tan Yuan Yang
Dr. Siaw Yean Na
Dr. Mohd. Salman bin Masri
Hon. Auditor: Dato’ Dr. Tan Nam Hoo
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Dr. Hong Yong Huat, Dr. Chia Ah Chik, Dr. Steven Phun, Dr. Rani Panadam, Dr. Matthew Hong An Liang, Dr. Lee Pei
Nee, Dr. Sharon Hor Wan Shyen, Dr. Jim Teoh Chin Aik,Dr. Ben Ng Ben Chuan were co-opted and invited to join the
committee’s meetings.
The committee members met frequently to discuss and plan various activity of year. The dates of meeting were
14/03/2013, 30/05/2013, 27/06/2013, 18/07/2013, 13/08/2013, 10/09/2013, 30/10/2013, 28/11/2013,
23/01/2014, 20/02/2014, 13/03/2014.
The Chairman and Secretary represented MDASZ in various council meetings.
Date: 24/ 2/2013(Sunday) in conjunction with AGM2013
Time: 8.30am to 5.30pm
Venue: Hotel Selesa, Johor Bahru
Chairman: Dr. Tan Yuan Yang
Topics
Simplication of Placement of Dental Implants in the
Daily Dental Practice
Success in Minor Oral Surgery in the Daily Dental
Practice
Dialogue with MDA President & President Elect
Current Concepts in Cracked Tooth Management
Invited Speakers
Dr Firdaus Hanapiah, BDS (Otago), MSc Oral Surgery
(London), FDSRCS (England), FICOI Consultant Oral &
Maxillofacial Surgeon)
Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen and Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Dr Yu-Ping (Kimmy) Lin BDS(Otago) DClinDent(Otago)
Consultant Endodontist)
(Special thank to Dr. Elizabeth Wong for compiling this section)
(Special thank to Dr. Wong Kian Seong for compiling the following section:)
The MDASZ had it AGM on 24 Feb 2013 in Hotel Selesa, Johor Bahru. The success of this one day AGM, trade
exhibition and scientific program is a testimony of the capability of the young members in MDA. The chairperson, Dr
Tan Yuan Yang and his team mates, largely make up of young members below thirty years old. MDASZ certainly have
the reason to feel proud of them.
The day started with lectures on implant and minor oral surgery by Dr Firdaus. Interestingly Dr Firdaus managed to
use his knowledge in Islam to address the controversy of implant for Muslim patients. The uneventful AGM was held
before lunch. Members were treated to a buffer lunch in level twelve of the hotel which offers a magnificent view of
Johor Bahru city and the causeway. The usually somber mood after lunch was livened up by dialog with the president,
president elect and Dr Chow Khai Foo. Various pressing issues were brought up for the trio to address. The session
concluded with several issues where the president agreed to act on. The day ended with another interesting talk by
Dr Kimmy from Singapore.
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DIALOGUE SESSION WITH MDA PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT ELECT
(Special thank to Dr. Elizabeth Wong for compiling this section)
The dialogue session was held on 24/ 2/2013(Sunday) immediately after the AGM2013. The MDA President Dr
Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen and President Elect Dr. Neoh Gim Bok answered members queries to be best of their
ability.
1. Has the Dental Bill been properly screened and scrutinized?
ANSWER: The Dental Act 1971 was amended and classified under OSA (Official Secret Act). When it was
declassified, the bill was posted on the MOH website for 2 weeks. MDA then requested it to be posted on the
MDA Website and was given 2 weeks to receive feedbacks from the members.
Road shows were done to disseminate the information to the dental practitioners nation wide.
However, the President said that there was time constrain and not the whole bill could be studied completely.
Certain clauses were highlighted and action taken to amend it.
2. Has the MDC new guidelines on public information been properly checked read carefully? Can we circulate it
for public consultation? These are important issues pertaining to the Dental Profession and it should be carefully
checked.
ANSWER:YES. Draft is prepared and can be accessed at the MDA website www.mda.org.my. Members are
requested to read, and respond. Eg: Testimonials must be supported by evidences of the practitioner’s own
work.
3.
Extra-Oral Radiography re-certification. There is a mandatory requirement for the renewal of or applying
for new licenses.
The only available course is at UM at RM600 for a Full Day course. The new graduates 1 -2 years are also
required to attend. Why can’t the course be incorporated into the under graduate curriculum?
There is only 7 person intake per month. Assuming half or 2000 of the dental population needs to be certified,
it will take 300 months…
What is MDA’s responds? In the SZ, the cone-beam CT unit is available in certain dental premises. Why can’t
the course be conducted locally instead of only in UM? Transporting 1 or 2 Speakers is definitely easier than a
group of participants.
ANSWER: There has been NO radiography meetings to date. And therefore, there is NO platform to talk/
discuss.
4. Personal Dental Protection Act.
There is a request for MDA to setup a committee to study the methodology of information gathering, stored and
used. MDA should suggest a Best Practice Guideline in respond to the Act.
5. The problem with illegal dentistry seems to have ‘disappeared’ but it has not. It has gone ‘underground’ which
will make the enforcement more difficult. How can MDA help? What is the level of evidence needed to bust the
practice? Are the presence of intra-oral dental instruments and/or dental chair and indication of the practice
of illegal dentistry?
ANSWER: Any MDA member can anonymously write in to MDA to inform them of any practice of illegal
dentistry. It is the MDA member’s responsibility to be a ‘whistle blower’.
6. The implementation of PHFSA: the mind set is still locked in the age of solo practices.
If the Person-In-Charge (PIC) is not in on a particular day, can the PIC hire a locum? If not, would the clinic need
to be closed? From another point of view: can a full time (non government) locum practice when the PIC is not
in? (ie locum is not under the supervision of the PIC).
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MDA should fight for: As long as the PIC is accountable, other legal and registered (with valid APC) should be
able to practice without supervision by the PIC.
ANSWER: PIC is still responsible even if he/she is absent from the clinic. The locum should have a valid APC.
7. Can MDA give or obtain a 5 year projection of the number of local dental graduates (not overseas trained).
What are the updates on the number of approved or operational dental undergraduate courses?
Will there be an oversupply of dentist in the future? What is the MDA’s communication with the Ministry of Higher
Education that approved so many dental undergraduate courses? What steps are taken to avoid/prevent overproduction of dentists eg. Airline Pilots or Nurses? This matter is urgent and MDA must make a strong stand and
message to the relevant authorities.
ANSWER: MOH and MOE are not working in synchrony. The setting up of undergraduate dental schools is a
lucrative business. The licenses are given by Minister of Higher Education
A moratorium has been made to curb the numbers of dental schools. But there has been no respond/action thus
far.
Houseman training period is now 2 years. And in it will be reduce by a year in a 3-year period to no houseman
training period.
A suggestion is to have a qualifying exam for all new graduates. MDA have and are already taking the steps
to curb this.
8. DENTAL THERAPIST ISSUE.
The question on the need for dental therapist in private practice was raised. It was also mentioned that MDASZ
had sent in a resolution on the Dental bill pertaining to the dental therapists, that there be a curb and limitation
on their scope of practice, and even that this function be phased out if there is no longer any need for this job.
No response from MDA.
There was a unanimous agreement from the members that a written resolution be done to strongly request for
the closing of schools producing them thus phasing out of dental therapist in future. And the letter be sent to all
MDA zones for support and endorsement.
ANSWER: MDA will send letter to other zones and then to write in to the relevant authorities.
9. Hosting the AGM. (2014 or 2017)
ANSWER: Proposal accepted on condition that MDASZ is ready and willing. To prepare a working paper/
proposal and be discussed at the next meeting.
10. Lifetime Membership:
ANSWER: Any member who has reached the age of 55years can apply to be admitted as a lifetime member.
11. CPD points for the upcoming APDC meeting in KL.
There was a request that if a participant is able to attend 3 of the 5 conference days, that he be awarded
the full 20 points. The reason is that not all are able to be away from their practice for the long period of
time.
ANSWER: This matter is being studied by the CPD Person-in-Charge, Dr. Kalai. And will revert with the answer
as soon as possible.
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12. Up coming AGM on the 16th June 2013.
The MDA AGM stand alone in June will benefit more to the locals rather than outstation members. Usually
outstation members take the opportunity to attend the AGM and at the same time attend a conference to make
their trip more worthwhile. Also the question was raised that only KL members benefit from the FOC evening talks
as it was sponsored by companies.
Could such programmes be extended to other states or town?
ANSWER: It was the members who complain having the AGM clashing with talks. Testing the response to a stand
alone MDA AGM. It was also the request of the sponsoring company to have the evening talks in KL. However
the President assured all and is working on obtaining sponsorships from companies to host the evening talks
outside KL/ Selangor. Awaiting outcome of the talks./ negotiations.
13. DOSH License for dental compressors.
DOSH officials automatically check the compressors when they check autoclaves, even though MDA says it’s not
required. Also whether the dental compressors (with low horse power) be required to have a license, renewable
every 15 months. The old compressors do not come with a licenses and it is also practically impossible to get the
license as the supplier may not be around.
It is also not cost effective and time consuming to call a dental technician from KL to check/service the safety
valve.
The enforcing officer insisted that the Act 1967 is still in force.
MDASZ Chairman requested that MDA take a more concrete stand and to permanently resolve this issue. An
OFFICIAL MDA stand is requested. A full unanimous mandate was given with a 100% show of hands to write an
official letter for an official stand from MDA to be submitted to MOH and DOSH.
ANSWER: MDA will submit and to write to all zones to prepare an official document and stand. Dr Chow will
also follow up on it.
COMMUNITY PROJECTS:
Chairman Dr. Rani Panadam
a) Spastic Children Program 19/05/2013
b) School Children program 04/08/2013
5th Melaka Symposium
Date: 18/08/2013
Venue: Hatten Hotel, Melaka
Theme: Refining Your General Skill
Chairman: Dr. Matthew Hong
Topics
Achieving Clinical Success in Dental Implant
Rehabilitations 1 & 2
The Cracked Tooth
Handling Dental Complaints 1 & 2
Invited Speakers
Dr Ben Ng
Dr Terence Jee
Dr Raymond Ang Ee Peng
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3D BONE AUGMENTATION
Date: 24-26/07/2013
Venue: KSL Resort Hotel , JB
Invited Speaker:
Dr. Cho Yong Seok
D.D.S., Seoul National University
Intern, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dept.,Seoul National University Dental Hospital
Ph.D., College of Dentistry, Seoul National University
Date
24/07/2013
25/07/2013
26/07/2013
Topics
Bone Augmentation
• Bone biology and bone graft material for implant
• Bone graft technique for peri-implant bone defects
• Bone block grafts techniques
• GBR technique for 3D defects & Complication Management
• Concept and principle of GBR
• Role and characteristics of various membrane
• Cases presentation
• Ridge expansion & split technique
• Indication & advantages of ridge expansion & split technique
• Surgical technique of ridge expansion & split
• Modification of ridge split technique
• Hand’s On
Live Surgery: Block graft & Ridge split
Risk Management Workshop Series
Chairman: Dr. Chia Ah Cik
DPL’s Risk Management Workshop Series consist of the following topics
1.
Mastering Your Risk,
2.
Mastering Adverse Outcomes,
3.
Mastering Difficult Interactions, and
4.
Mastering Consent and Shared Decision Making.
Topic 2 & 3 was covered in 2013:
Date: 19/05/2013 (Sunday)
Venue: M Suites Hotel, No 16 Jalan Skudai, Straits View, Johor Bahru
Time : 2pm
Topic: Mastering Adverse Outcomes
The lecture was postponed from 5/5/2013 to 19/5/2013 due to clash with the general election. The speaker Dr.
Sashi made the session very interactive, focusing on the proven techniques and skills that will reduce dentists’ risk of
complaints and claims.
Date: 25/08/2013 (Sunday)
Venue: M Suites, Mantra 1 Room on the lobby level,16 Jalan Skudai, Straits View, Johor Bahru
Time : 2pm
Topic: Mastering Difficult Interactions
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MDASZ Evening CPD
Date: 03/07/ 2013
Time: 6.30pm-10pm
Venue: Hotel Selesa, Johor Bahru
Topics
How long does a fixed
prosthesis last?
Trauma to Teeth
Oral Manifestations of
Systemic Disease
Invited Speakers
Dr Chua Meei Jinn
BDS (Glasgow), MClinDent (Rest. Dent- Cons)(Malaya)
Dr Ganasalingam Sockalingam
AM(Mal), BDS(Malaya), MScPAEDS(lond), FDSRCS(England)
Dr Hand Prakash Sathasivam
BDS(UM), Doctor in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology, University of
Western Australia, FRACDS
The evening CPD was provided free of charge to members. Due to the withdrawal of the potential sponsor, the
subsequent “free” evening CPD was cancelled.
SOUTHERN DENTAL CONGRESS 2013
Date: 15-17/11/2013
Venue: Berjaya Waterfront Hotel, Johor Bahru
Theme: Beyond General Practice
Chairman: Dr. Ben Ng
Topics (15/11/2013)
TMJ, Head and Neck Pain, Orthodontics and Sleep Medicine
Topics (16/11/2013)
Prosthodontic Rehabilitation of the Head and Neck Cancer Patients: An Overview.
Advances in Periodontology: From Salvaging Teeth to Enhancing Teeth
Maintaining a healthy periodontium around dental implants.
ADULT ORTHODONTICS - Beyond the envelope of discrepancy
Selection of teeth for extraction in Orthodontic treatment
Topics (16/11/2013)
Facial Aesthetics for the Dental Patient
‘My patients drive me up the walls’ – Psychiatric aspects of Dental Practice
Management of Endodontic Complications
Paediatric dental emergencies at the general dentist’s clinic
Handling the child patient in a general dental practice setting
DENTAL NURSES PROGRAMME
Topics 16/11/2013 (Saturday)
Enhancing Your Communication Skills – with patients & Doctor
Sterilization & You – ‘Cracks & Creases’ you may miss
Projecting Your Image – At all times
Scope of Dental Therapist in Private Practice
Invited Speakers
Dr. Kenneth Lee
Dr Teoh Kim Hean
Dr. Ang Chee Wan
Dr. Eugene Tang Kok Weng
Dr. Vivien Tan
Dr. Hong Yong Huat
Dr. Seah Tian Ee
Dr. Benjamin Chan
Dr. Benjamin Long
Dr. Rashid Tahir
Dr Matthias Quake
Dr. Steven Phun
Falliq Bin Affendy, Media
Prima
Dr Elise Monerasinghe
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The MDASZ would like to thank the main sponsors Colgate-Palmolive Marketing Sdn.Bhd , co-sponsor Glaxosmithkline
Consumer Healthcare Sdn. Bhd (GSK), Johnson & Johnson Sdn. Bhd., and dental traders listed below for their support
in our CPD talks/hand-ons and conferences.
Ar Dental Supply
Azim Synergy
Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya (M) Sdn Bhd
I Smile Dental Lab
Indra Sari Trading
International Association For Orthodontics (Iao)
Keng Yew Dental Suppliers Sdn. Bhd
Enhance Dental Group Sdn. Bhd
Everest Dental Supply
Indra Sari Trading
Kaldera Sdn Bhd
Malaysian Dental Corporation Sdn. Bhd
One Dental Supply Sdn. Bhd.
Oceanwealth Horizon Sdn Bhd
Medes (M) Sdn. Bhd.
N.K Luck
NTC Dental Suppliers Sdn. Bhd.
Osstem Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Q & M Dental Group (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd
Q Med Imaging Sdn, Bhd,
QS Dental Supply
Southern Lion Sdn. Bhd.
Titleray Dental Implants
Use Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Vatech Global Asia Hq
VOCO
APPENDIX:
Report onf MDA EOGM on the 8th of December 2013
The MDASZ arranged free transport to the MDA EOGM on the 08/12/2013 at Hotel Istana , Kuala Lumpur. The local
members were notify by email and SMS. No members accept the arrangement. Dr Rani Panadam and Dr. Elizabeth
Wong attended the meeting on behalf of the executive committee. Their report as followed:
Attendance at the meeting.
The Meeting started at about 3pm way pass the stipulated time. There were only 51 members at the meeting. Meeting
was chaired by President Dr. Neoh Gim Bok.
MDA’s accountant and lawyer were in attendance
Presentation
Dt Dr How Kim Chuan presented a very impressive power point presentation on the Wisma MDA aspiration and the
property Parklane, Kelana Jaya that they hope MDA EOGM will sanction to purchase. Every angle has been thought
of though there were still several unknowns that was ‘ brushed off “ of as being skeptical” I believe they have “ funds”
to help the mortgagee.
We have with us the actual Bulletin regarding this building for any member’s perusal.
There are plans to make this WISMA MDA a Club house for the members and hopefully all other affiliates would use
this prestigious Premises for their meetings.
We presented MDASZ’s views on this purchase.
1. Several unknowns and unfulfilled commitments ( income generating shop leases, monthly payments of RM
47K)
2 Buying of a smaller scale building ( MDA needs everything to be in one place )
3 Mortgaging the future of the next generations of dentist. ( the loan is for 25 years, Banks require a guarantor ,
and MDA is not able to provide a name but mentioned that the office of the President will be liable )
4. Not to accept the IRD’s tax exemption as this would incurred a debt with the Bank on a larger scale.
There were just about another member Dr. Foo who raised some very pertinent questions and that Kelana Jaya was
not an ideal location for a wisma mda and perhaps we should be patient and pursue our Former Dream of getting
a land ( outside KL ) and putting up a building etc. The kind of traders that may occupy the stores below or as it is
Kelana Jaya area
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The Vote
It was a 25:26 vote. Hence, Dt Dr How has been given the mandate to pursue this purchase of this 20mil property for
the best interest of MDA. The atmosphere in the hall had much misgivings and we can conclude that not everyone was
happy. it was not a great win but a WIN nonetheless for the idea to haggle with Ministry of Finance.
Comments
This is not all set to go as the final decision is still with the MOF. With over 3k MDA membership, we had an attendance
of only 51, we can only wonder what thoughts may provoke as the general consensus in this debate or is there a
greater dissensus to this Idea.
We returned to Johor on the same day.
DR LEONG CHEE SAN
HONONARY SECRETARY
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE
MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE (MDASZ)
MINUTES OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) 2013
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DATE: 24/02/2013(Sunday)
VENUE : Hotel Selesa, Johor Bahru
TIME: 11.30am
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Dr. Angie Wong Chin Mee at 12.00 noon.
ADDRESS BY THE CHAIRMAN
The Chairman, Dr. Angie Wong welcomed all the members to the AGM despite their busy schedules.
CONFIRMING THE MINUTES OF THE 2012 AGM
The Honorary Secretary, Dr. Leong Chee San, brought the members through the minutes page by page. Dr.John Mathai
and Dr. Ng Chen Siang pointed that that their names was missing from the attendance list, which was dully noted by
Dr. Leong.
As there were no amendments to be made, Dr. Tan Yuan Yang proposed the minutes to be passed. Dr. Rani Panadam
seconded the motion.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF THE 2012 AGM
None.
RECEIVING AND PASSING THE MDA SOUTHERN ZONE HON. SECRETARY’S ANNUAL REPORT
2012
The Honorary Secretary, Dr. Leong Chee San refreshed the members’ memories on the Melaka and Johor Bahru
events. He informed the members that Singapore Dental Association expressed their wish to withdraw from the MDASZSDA Conference as an co-organizer. However they will still give logistic support if needed. Answering the members’
question on the reason for withdrawal, Dr. Leong replied that they politely answered that “ a lack of manpower as
one of the reasons”.
As there was no amendment to be made, the annual report was proposed to be passed by Dr. Wong Kian Seong,
Dr. Jolene Lai seconded the motion.
RECEIVING AND PASSING THE MDA SOUTHERN ZONE HON. TREASURER’S FINANCIAL REPORT
AND AUDITED STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR 2012
The honorary treasurer, Dr. Jolene Lai explained the numbers and figures of the accounts ending 31/12/2012.
Dr. Chong Chin Chen pointed out that the expenditure item, “Purchases from Suppliers 2012” was confusing and
suggested to change it to “Meeting Expenses”. The matter was duly noted by Dr. Jolene Lai As there was no more
amendments to be made, the Hon Treasurer’s report was proposed to be adopted by Dr. Leong Chee San and Dr.
Siaw Yean Na seconded the motion.
ELECTION OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOR THE YEAR 2013
Dr. Leong proposed that Dr. Chia Ah Chik to be the Election Chairman. It was unanimously supported by the floor.
Position
Nominations
Proposed By
Seconded By
Chairman
Dr. Angie Wong
Chin Mee
Dr. Leong Chee
San
Dr. Kenny Tan
Hon. Secretary
Dr. Leong Chee
San
Dr. Wong Kian
Seong
Dr. Angie
Wong
Nomination
Proposed
Closed By and
Seconded By
Dr. Chong Chin
Chen
Dr. Elizabeth
Wong
Result
Dr. Kenny Tan
Dr Jolene Lai
Since there was no
other nominations,
Dr. Leong Chee San
was elected as Hon.
Secretary
Since there was no
other nominations,
Dr. Angie Wong Chin
Mee was elected as
Chairman
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Hon. Treasurer
Dr Jolene Lai
Dr. Tan Yuan Yan
Committee
Members
Dr Wong Kian
Seong
Dr. Kenny Tan
Dr. Elizabeth
Dr. Leong Chee
Wong Siew Geik San
Dr. Tan Yuan Yan Dr Jolene Lai
Hon. Auditor
Dr. Siaw Yean
Na
Dr. Mohd.
Salman bin Masri
Dato’ Dr. Tan
Nam Hoo
Dr. Tan Yuan Yan
Dr. Angie Wong
Dr. Leong Chee
San
Dr Elizaberth
Wong
Dr. Leong Chee
San
Dr. Elizabeth
Wong
Since there was no
other nominations,
Dr Jolene Lai was
elected as Hon.
Treasurer
Dr. Leong
Dr. Low Bee Hoon Since there was no
Chee San
Dr. John Mathai
other nominations, Dr
Wong Kian Seong,
Dr. Elizabeth Wong
Dr. Low Chai
Siew Geik, Dr. Tan
Hock
Yuan Yan
Dr. Angie
Dr. Siaw Yean Na,
Wong
Dr. Mohd. Salman
bin Masri were
Dr. Wong Kian
elected as Committee
Seong
Members
Dr. Tan Yuan
Yan
Dr. Wong Kian Dr. Elizabeth
Since there was no
Seong
Wong
other nominations,
Dr. Angie Wong Dato’ Dr. Tan Nam
Hoo was elected as
Hon. Auditor
OTHER MATTERS ARISING
The members expressed concern about the mushrooming numbers of dental schools in Malaysia. They were worried
about the possible fierce competition ahead if the number of new dental graduates is not controlled. A member
expressed that in the future, dentistry might not be a respected profession as some of the dentists may have to make
a living by non-dental related jobs such as taxi driver or insurance agent. The floor unanimously urged the incoming
SZ committee to look into this matter.
ADDRESS OF THE PRESIDENT OF MDA
The MDA President Dr Haja Badrudeen enlightened the members on the current affairs of dentistry in Malaysia. He
briefed the members on the developments of the new Dental Bill. It was declassified since July 2012 and is available
on the Malaysia Dental Council website for feedback and comments. Amongst the changes were
1) Establishment of a Specialist Register
2) Compulsory 30 CPD points as a prerequisite for APC renewal.
3) Qualified Dental Nurses can register under the Dental Therapist section.
4) APC annual payment of RM100 can enlist multiple practice addresses.
Due to the time constraint the president shall brief the members in the dialogue session after the AGM.
ADDRESS BY THE INCOMING CHAIRMAN
Dr. Angie Wong thanked the members for the mandate given and hope for their continuing support.
The meeting was adjourned at 1.15 pm with a vote of thanks to the chairperson.
By order of MDASZ Committee 2013,
DR LEONG CHEE SAN
HONONARY SECRETARY
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MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE (In Alphabetical order)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
Dr. Ang Gik Heong
Dr. Annie Jacob Nee Anne Thomas
Dr. Ariarani A/P Ariarajah
Dr. Aspalela Bt Abdullah
Dr. Ben Chuan Ng
Dr. Charanjit Singh
Dr. Chia Lee Boon
Dr. Chia Ah Cik
Dr. Chong Chin Chen
Dr. Chua Chak Siam
Dr. Devadas A/L T S Vasan
Dr. Elizabeth Benedicta Moraes
Dr. Elizabeth Wong
Dr. Goh Chia We
Dr. Haslinda Bt Makiah
Dr. Hasliza Bt Mohamed Ali
Dr. Hor Wan Shyen
Dr. Jasbir Singh A/L Harbhajan Singh
Dr. John Mathai
Dr. Joseph Eugene Leslie Petrus
Dr. Kenny Tan
Dr. Lai Pei Sha, Jolene
Dr. Lee Hoon Ling
Dr. Lee Pray Ling
Dr. Lee Wei Zin
Dr. Leong Chee San
Dr. Lim Sek Ying
Dr. Low Bee Hoon
Dr. Lou Chai Hock
Dr. Mohd. Salman Bin Masri
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.
53.
54.
55.
56.
57.
58.
59.
Dr. Nasrul Basran
Dr. Ng Chen Siang
Dr. Ng Siew Loon
Dr. Noraihan Bt. Mohd Suku
Dr. Norlela Bt Moideen
Dr. Rani Panadam
Dr. Rohaida Omar
Dr. Roland Lim Siong Cheong
Dr. Roslina Bt Mohd Shu’ib
Dr. S. Loshini
Dr. Siaw Yean Na
Dr. Siow Ang Yen
Dr. Stanley Gomez
Dr. Tan Bee Huey
Dr. Tan Chew Ngee
Dato’ Dr. Tan Nam Hoo
Dr. Tan Soon Teik
Dr. Tan Yann Ling
Dr. Tan Yuan Yang
Dr. Tee Ching Haa
Dr. Teoh Chin Aik
Dr. Tien Wei Siong
Dr. Wong Chin Mee, Angie
Dr. Wong Kian Seong
Dr. Wong Siew Geik, Elizabeth
Dr. Wong Yew Buay
Dr. Yang Sai Tey
Dr. Yusneeza Bt Ya’kub
Dr. Zubaidah Talib
MINUTES OF THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF THE MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION
HELD ON 8th DECEMBER 2013 AT 3:00 P.M AT SAFIR I & II, ISTANA HOTEL, KUALA LUMPUR.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Brig Gen. Dato’ Dr Mohd Iiham Haron
Capt Dr Mohammad Hafiz Bin Abdul Jalel
Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum
Dr A. Pathmanathan
Dr Abrizah Ahmad
Dr Alice Wong
Dr Amrizan Abdul Wahid
Dr Ang Lai Choon
Dr Arlena Phillip Lee
Dr Chai Hoon Seong
Dr Chai Yah Chee
Dr Chan Cheng Hoong
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr Darren Yap
Dr Elizabeth Wong Siew Geik
Dr Foo Chi Chean
Dr Haja Badrudeen
Dr Ibrahim Shahruddin
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40.
Dr Jaspall Singh A/L Ajit Singh
Dr Jaswant Singh
Dr Jeffvinder Singh Gill
Dr John Ting Sii Ong
Dr Kong Sheng Earn
Dr Lee Cheong Weng Dr Lim Khai Mun
Dr Mary Soo
Dr Neoh Ein Yau
Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Dr Neoh Leong Seng
Dr Ng Woan Tyng
Dr Nurul Huda Hasan
Dr P. Vijendran
Dr Rani Pandanam
Dr Raymond Chai Yeong Chang
Dr Salima Mansur Ali
Dr Schallizam Zainal Abidin
Dr Siow Ang Yen
Dr Stephanie Chong Mei Har
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41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
Dr Su Wei Siong
Dr Tan Wee Kee
Dr Tan Yee Yah
Dr Teh Tat Beng
Dr V. Nedunchelian
Dr Wong Foot Meow
Dr Yim Kah Mun
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.
53.
Dr Yuen Cheong Yow
Dr Zulkifli Zainal Abidin
Kapt (Dr) Farah Najwan
Kol Dr Aida Ali
Lt (Dr) Shahida Nabila Serat
Mej Gen. Dato’ Dr Sukri Hussi
A quorum of 53 members was established, verified and confirmed by Dr Neoh Gim Bok, the President of Malaysian
Dental Association.
The chairman, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. and he thanked everybody for their
presence.
1. Presentation on Tax Exemption Origin by Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan gave a thorough explanation on how the tax exemption came about. He explained
the manifesto of getting tax exemption was initiated in year 2010 while he was the President-Elect of MDA. The
Prime Minister, Dato’ Sri Najib Tun Razak had expressed his support for the project during a meeting with Dato’
Dr How Kim Chuan and Dr Lee Soon Boon. The prime minister agreed that the government would be providing a
piece of land to MDA.
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan explained the chronology of the process of getting tax exemption:
i.
On 24th October 2012, MDA invited the Minister and Deputy Minister of Health to be the advisor for the
project. They had agreed and sent a letter of support to MOF for Wisma MDA
ii. On 27th November 2012, a letter of support was sent from MOF.
iii. On 15th January, the tax exemption project was launched by the then Health Minister, Dato’ Sri Liow Tiong
Lai.
iv. On 10th August 2012, MOH had agreed to give support to the project of tax exemption.
v. On 13 September 2012, MDAreceived and official letter from MOF, rejecting our tax exemption status.
vi. On 22nd October 2012, MOH sent us the second letter of support.
vii. On 16th January 2013, we received the second letter of rejection from MOF.
viii. On 26th March 2013, MDA had a meeting with the Second Minister of Finance, Dato’ Seri Mohd Husni.
During the meeting, he promised to grant the tax exemption.
ix. On 28th May 2013, MDA received a letter of conditional approval, which required us to specify the property
we would purchase and the source of donation.
x. On 11 October 2013, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan, Dr Jaswant Singh and MDA staff, Wennie Kok had a meeting
with Senior Ministry of Finance officials.
xi. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan had a meeting with 2nd Minister of Finance, Dato’ Seri Ahmad Husni. During the
meeting, Dato’ Sri Husni had agreed on RM20 million tax exemption with condition that MDA get its members
approval to purchase a property for WISMA MDA purposes only.
xii. MDA managed to convince MOF that both MDA Foundation and Wisma MDA are separate entity with
different objective. If MDA opts to request for RM20 million exemption status for Wisma MDA, no penalty
imposed if it is undersubscribed. Performance time frame is initial 36 months.
2. Choice of Prospective Real Estate for Wisma MDA
There were four prospective estate considered, which were:
i. KL Gateway, Bangsar
ii. The Vertical II, Bangsar South
iii. Parklane (shoplot), Kelana Jaya
iv. Encorp, Kota Damansara
3. Decision-Parklane (shoplot), Kelana Jaya
After comprehensive analysis, the Wisma MDA Board of Trustee has decided to purchase Parklane at Kelana
Jaya, as the shoplot may consist of the wish list criteria: MDA office and secretariat, meeting/conference room,
lecture hall/auditorium, cafeteria, dental units and multi-purpose hall and landed property.
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4. Discussion with the Members of the Floor
i. Dr Jeffvinder Singh Gill suggested MDA to have concrete financial source before MOF can approve the tax
exemption. He is convinced that MDA is financially stable to purchase another property. However we still
need to give it a thorough contemplation before going for the decision.
ii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan raised concerns by Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan who was unable to present. His concerns
were pertaining MDA financial status. He advised us to be financially stable and well supported by MOH.
Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan also advised MDA to obtain guarantee from developer for renting out of unused
space.
iii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan clarified on the resources we have which come from our reserves, bank loans,
membership registration, membership fee, events and donation.
iv. Dr Foo Chi Chean emphasized on the importance of getting a piece of land instead of a shoplot, in which he
opposed on the purchase of Parklane in Petaling Jaya. Dr Foo Chi Chean insisted on purchase a standalone.
He concerned on the location wise (Petaling Jaya) was not marketable and location wise, not in Kuala
Lumpur.
Dr Foo Chi Chean suggested MDA to get government to grant us a piece of land.
Dr Chow Kai Foo said that it is very unlikely for the government to give a non-charitable NGO like the MDA a
piece of land, especially so since dentists are considered well off. Nevertheless it is time that the MDA invest
in a suitable property for future financial stability
v. Mej. Gen. Dato’ Dr Sukri Hussin suggested to generate sufficient income in order to make sure this plan is
successful.
vi. Dr Jaswant added that the decision to buy the property was made after comprehensive thought and with the
advice of accountant. He urged every member to give support to the effort.
vii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan enlightened that at present MDA has two properties in Plaza Damansara; MDA
Secretariat and a rental shoplot. He suggested two options to earn income
a. Refinance
b. Sell the properties.
5. Resolution
Resolution 1
That the house resolves to approve the purchase by the Malaysian Dental Association of three (3) adjoining units
known as Shoplots D.2, D1-7 and D1 at Blocks D1, D2 and D3, Parklane Commercial Hub, No. 21, Jalan SS7/26,
Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan to be designated as Wisma MDA at a purchase price
of Ringgit Malaysia Fifteen Million Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand (RM15,750,000-00) only.
Resolution 2
Subject to the approval of Resolution 1 above, that the house resolves and affirms that a mandate be provided
to the MDA Council and Wisma MDA’s Board of Trustees to seek and secure a Ringgit Malaysia Twenty Million
(RM20,000,000-00) tax exemption status from the Ministry of Finance (‘MOF’) and to execute any requisite
financial documentation consistent with Malaysian financial laws and the MDA Constitution for the purchase of the
aforesaid property as set out in Resolution 1 above.
6. Secret Ballot Result
i. Resolution 1 was voted by secret ballot.
a. The house had voted to approve the purchase of shoplots at Parklane with majority one vote.
Yes – 26 votes
No – 25 votes
ii. Resolution 2 was voted by secret ballot.
b. The house had voted to approve Resolution 2 with majority of 11 votes
Yes – 28 votes
No – 17 votes
Spoilt – 1 vote
The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF THE MALAYSIAN DENTAL
ASSOCIATION HELD ON 8th DECEMBER 2013 AT 3:00 P.M AT SAFIR I & II, ISTANA HOTEL,
KUALA LUMPUR.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
Brig Gen. Dato’ Dr Mohd Iiham Haron
Capt Dr Mohammad Hafiz Bin Abdul Jalel
Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum
Dr A. Pathmanathan
Dr Abrizah Ahmad
Dr Alice Wong
Dr Amrizan Abdul Wahid
Dr Ang Lai Choon
Dr Arlena Phillip Lee
Dr Chai Hoon Seong
Dr Chai Yah Chee
Dr Chan Cheng Hoong
Dr Chow Kai Foo
Dr Darren Yap
Dr Elizabeth Wong Siew Geik
Dr Foo Chi Chean
Dr Haja Badrudeen
Dr Ibrahim Shahruddin
Dr Jaspall Singh A/L Ajit Singh
Dr Jaswant Singh
Dr Jeffvinder Singh Gill
Dr John Ting Sii Ong
Dr Kong Sheng Earn
Dr Lee Cheong Weng Dr Lim Khai Mun
Dr Mary Soo
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.
53.
Dr Neoh Ein Yau
Dr Neoh Gim Bok
Dr Neoh Leong Seng
Dr Ng Woan Tyng
Dr Nurul Huda Hasan
Dr P. Vijendran
Dr Rani Pandanam
Dr Raymond Chai Yeong Chang
Dr Salima Mansur Ali
Dr Schallizam Zainal Abidin
Dr Siow Ang Yen
Dr Stephanie Chong Mei Har
Dr Su Wei Siong
Dr Tan Wee Kee
Dr Tan Yee Yah
Dr Teh Tat Beng
Dr V. Nedunchelian
Dr Wong Foot Meow
Dr Yim Kah Mun
Dr Yuen Cheong Yow
Dr Zulkifli Zainal Abidin
Kapt (Dr) Farah Najwan
Kol Dr Aida Ali
Lt (Dr) Shahida Nabila Serat
Mej Gen. Dato’ Dr Sukri Hussin
A quorum of 53 members was established, verified and confirmed by Dr Neoh Gim Bok, the President of Malaysian
Dental Association.
The chairman, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. and he thanked everybody for their
presence.
1. Presentation on Tax Exemption Origin by Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan gave a thorough explanation on how the tax exemption came about. He explained
the manifesto of getting tax exemption was initiated in year 2010 while he was the President-Elect of MDA. The
Prime Minister, Dato’ Sri Najib Tun Razak had expressed his support for the project during a meeting with Dato’
Dr How Kim Chuan and Dr Lee Soon Boon. The prime minister agreed that the government would be providing
a piece of land to MDA.
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan explained the chronology of the process of getting tax exemption:
i.
On 24th October 2012, MDA invited the Minister and Deputy Minister of Health to be the advisor for the
project. They had agreed and sent a letter of support to MOF for Wisma MDA
ii. On 27th November 2012, a letter of support was sent from MOF.
iii. On 15th January, the tax exemption project was launched by the then Health Minister, Dato’ Sri Liow Tiong
Lai.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
x.
xi.
xii.
On 10th August 2012, MOH had agreed to give support to the project of tax exemption.
On 13 September 2012, MDAreceived and official letter from MOF, rejecting our tax exemption status.
On 22nd October 2012, MOH sent us the second letter of support.
On 16th January 2013, we received the second letter of rejection from MOF.
On 26th March 2013, MDA had a meeting with the Second Minister of Finance, Dato’ Seri Mohd Husni.
During the meeting, he promised to grant the tax exemption.
On 28th May 2013, MDA received a letter of conditional approval, which required us to specify the
property we would purchase and the source of donation.
On 11 October 2013, Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan, Dr Jaswant Singh and MDA staff, Wennie Kok had a
meeting with Senior Ministry of Finance officials.
Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan had a meeting with 2nd Minister of Finance, Dato’ Seri Ahmad Husni. During the
meeting, Dato’ Sri Husni had agreed on RM20 million tax exemption with condition that MDA get its members
approval to purchase a property for WISMA MDA purposes only.
MDA managed to convince MOF that both MDA Foundation and Wisma MDA are separate entity with
different objective. If MDA opts to request for RM20 million exemption status for Wisma MDA, no penalty
imposed if it is undersubscribed. Performance time frame is initial 36 months.
2. Choice of Prospective Real Estate for Wisma MDA
There were four prospective estate considered, which were:
i. KL Gateway, Bangsar
ii. The Vertical II, Bangsar South
iii. Parklane (shoplot), Kelana Jaya
iv. Encorp, Kota Damansara
3. Decision-Parklane (shoplot), Kelana Jaya
After comprehensive analysis, the Wisma MDA Board of Trustee has decided to purchase Parklane at Kelana
Jaya, as the shoplot may consist of the wish list criteria: MDA office and secretariat, meeting/conference room,
lecture hall/auditorium, cafeteria, dental units and multi-purpose hall and landed property.
4. Discussion with the Members of the Floor
i. Dr Jeffvinder Singh Gill suggested MDA to have concrete financial source before MOF can approve the tax
exemption. He is convinced that MDA is financially stable to purchase another property. However we still
need to give it a thorough contemplation before going for the decision.
ii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan raised concerns by Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan who was unable to present. His concerns
were pertaining MDA financial status. He advised us to be financially stable and well supported by MOH.
Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan also advised MDA to obtain guarantee from developer for renting out of unused
space.
iii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan clarified on the resources we have which come from our reserves, bank loans,
membership registration, membership fee, events and donation.
iv. Dr Foo Chi Chean emphasized on the importance of getting a piece of land instead of a shoplot, in which he
opposed on the purchase of Parklane in Petaling Jaya. Dr Foo Chi Chean insisted on purchase a standalone.
He concerned on the location wise (Petaling Jaya) was not marketable and location wise, not in Kuala
Lumpur.
Dr Foo Chi Chean suggested MDA to get government to grant us a piece of land.
Dr Chow Kai Foo said that it is very unlikely for the government to give a non-charitable NGO like the MDA a
piece of land, especially so since dentists are considered well off. Nevertheless it is time that the MDA invest
in a suitable property for future financial stability
v. Mej. Gen. Dato’ Dr Sukri Hussin suggested to generate sufficient income in order to make sure this plan is
successful.
vi. Dr Jaswant added that the decision to buy the property was made after comprehensive thought and with the
advice of accountant. He urged every member to give support to the effort.
vii. Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan enlightened that at present MDA has two properties in Plaza Damansara; MDA
Secretariat and a rental shoplot. He suggested two options to earn income
a. Refinance
b. Sell the properties.
5. Resolution
Resolution 1
That the house resolves to approve the purchase by the Malaysian Dental Association of three (3) adjoining units
known as Shoplots D.2, D1-7 and D1 at Blocks D1, D2 and D3, Parklane Commercial Hub, No. 21, Jalan SS7/26,
Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan to be designated as Wisma MDA at a purchase price
of Ringgit Malaysia Fifteen Million Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand (RM15,750,000-00) only.
Resolution 2
Subject to the approval of Resolution 1 above, that the house resolves and affirms that a mandate be provided
to the MDA Council and Wisma MDA’s Board of Trustees to seek and secure a Ringgit Malaysia Twenty Million
(RM20,000,000-00) tax exemption status from the Ministry of Finance (‘MOF’) and to execute any requisite
financial documentation consistent with Malaysian financial laws and the MDA Constitution for the purchase of the
aforesaid property as set out in Resolution 1 above.
6. Secret Ballot Result
i. Resolution 1 was voted by secret ballot.
a. The house had voted to approve the purchase of shoplots at Parklane with majority one vote.
Yes – 26 votes
No – 25 votes
ii. Resolution 2 was voted by secret ballot.
b. The house had voted to approve Resolution 2 with majority of 11 votes
Yes – 28 votes
No – 17 votes
Spoilt – 1 vote
The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
REPORT FOR GOVERNMENT LIAISON
MDA ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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In 2013/2014, the following were highlighted to the MDA Council :
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1. REPEAL OF THE DENTAL ACT 1971
The Dental Bill has been finalised by the Attorney-General’s Chambers and is now queued to be tabled in
Parliament.
2. NATIONAL CONJOINT BOARD FOR POSTGRADUATE DENTAL EDUCATION
A National Conjoint Board for Postgraduate Dental Education has been established by the Ministry of Education.
The role of this Board is to set criteria and other aspects of postgraduate dental courses conducted in the country.
Subsequently, individual committees for each specialty discipline have been formed.
3. DOMESTIC REGULATIONS FOR SERVICE SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS
Draft standards and criteria for accreditation of dental clinics have been drawn up and have been submitted to
the Malaysian Dental Council for deliberation.
4. GAZETTEMENT OF DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALISTS
The process for gazettement of dental public health specialists (DPHS) in the Ministry of Health has been reactivated with the approval of Jawatankuasa Khas Perubatan Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia on 5 September
2013. All DPHS who have fulfilled the required criteria have been listed as specialists in the Federal Gazette.
5. NATIONAL SPECIALIST REGISTER
The Malaysian Medical Council is in the process of bringing the National Specialist Register (NSR) into their
Council. Negotiations are on-going with the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia (AMM) regarding this. Meanwhile,
the dental portion of the NSR will remain with the AMM pending passing of the Dental Act by Parliament.
6. KARNIVAL KESIHATAN PERGIGIAN “GIGI KU MUTIARA KU” SEMPENA WORLD ORAL HEALTH
DAY 2013 & THE MALAYSIA BOOK OF RECORDS BONEKA CHA-CHA KESIHATAN PERGIGIAN
TERPANJANG DI MALAYSIA
The above carnival, organised by the Oral Health Division, with the participation of various agencies, was held on
6 Oktober 2013 at Berjaya Times Square. The event was officiated by Datin Paduka Seri Hjh Rosmah Mansor, wife
of the Prime Minister and patron of the PERMATA Programme, in the presence of, amongst others, YB Minister of
Health and his wife, the Secretary-General of Health, the Director General of Health, the organising chairperson,
Dr. Khairiyah bt. Abdul Muttalib (Principal Director of Oral Health) and the organising co-chairperson Datuk
Hasnah bt Salleh (Deputy Secretary-General of Health [Management]). The dental services of the Ministry of
Health participated in the events which included play and learn activities for children, dental screening, as well
as performances which provided dental messages. The event culminated in breaking of the record for longest
(continuous) dental puppet show in Malaysia.
7. TRANSFORMATION OF THE MALAYSIAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Discussions continue towards improving the healthcare system of the country. It is envisioned that Malaysia will
have an integrated healthcare system that is responsive and provides choice of quality health care, improving
universal coverage for the population based on the principles of solidarity and equity, with strong public financing
and good financial protection with the ultimate goal of health gain for Malaysians.
8. ORAL HEALTH HUMAN CAPITAL NEEDS
A workshop on oral health human capital needs for the future organised by the Oral Health Division, Ministry of
Health was held on 26 – 27 November 2013, involving representatives from the dental fraternity. The aim of the
workshop was to determine the numbers and mix of human capital for oral health for the future. The workshop
resulted in healthy discussions, which will be used as input for future seminars and workshops on this matter towards
future planning for the country.
9. PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT
Elements of this Act which impact on the dental profession in the country were highlighted.
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10.GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST)
The Ministry of Health held a meeting involving the Ministry of Finance and the Royal Malaysian Customs
Department on the impending Goods and Services Tax which will be implemented in April 2015. Representatives
from dental associations and agencies were invited. Following this, a list of dental equipment was submitted for
consideration for exemption from the GST.
Report by
DATIN DR. NOORAL ZEILA JUNID
GOVERNMENT LIASON COMMITTEE
SCODOS ANNUAL REPORT 2013/2014
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SCODOS has played its role as a body in MDA to maintain the interest and to promote the welfare of dental
practitioners in the public sector which includes dental professionals from Ministry of Health (MOH), Ministry of Defense
(MOD) and Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).
1) 12th SCODOS AGM 2013
The 12th SCODOS AGM was held at Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur on 12th June 2013 which was attended by 50
members. A resolution was made during this AGM that the new elected committee member shall hold the position
for 2 consecutive years (2013-2015).
Chairman : Dr. Abrizah Ahmad
Chairman-elect
: Dr. Rashidah Ayub
Secretary
: Dr. Habibah Yacob
Assistant Secretary : Dr. Anna Rani A/P Kanagarajah
Treasurer
: Dr. Rohayati Mohd Noor
2) MEETINGS
The 1st SCODOS Exco meeting was held at PWTC on 18th January 2014 in conjunction with the 21st MDA/FDI
Scientific Convention. SCODOS Plan of Action for year 2013- 2014 was discussed.
The 2nd SCODOS Exco meeting is scheduled on 7 March 2014 at 2.15 pm at Oral Health Division Ministry of
Health Malaysia.
3) SCODOS PLAN OF ACTION 2013-2014
1. Update SCODOS representatives ( MOH/ MOD/ MOHE ) 2013-2014
2. Promote SCODOS to new dental officers by increasing MDA membership and through state representatives/
buntings/ flyers/ facebook/ WhatsApp group
3. Addressing issues brought up by members through feedbacks from state representatives and emails.
4. Organise talks by Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam scheduled in conjunction with 71st MDA AGM at KLCC in
May 2014.
5. Continue search for SCODOS Milestones
6. Identify SCODOS secretariat for contact and files storage
7. Representation at MDA Council Meetings by Chairman / chairperson
8. Continuous participation with National Joint Council Workers and Professional Management Group (MBK P&P
– Majlis Bersama Kebangsaan Bagi Pekerja-Pekerja Pengurusan & Profesional)
9. Submission of Proposal papers to MBK P&P
10. Courtesy Call / Meeting with Principal Director, Oral Health Division Ministry of Health Malaysia scheduled
on 7th March 2014
11. Meeting with Secretary General Ministry of Health Malaysia scheduled in November 2013 but postponed
by Ministry of Health Malaysia till future notice.
12. Majlis Interaksi Ketua Pengarah Perkhidmatan Awam Malaysia bersama Warga Kementerian Kesihatan
Malaysia scheduled on 21 Februari 2014 but postponed to 21st March 2014.
4) SCODOS ACTIVITIES (June 2013 till March 2014)
Activities planned for 2013 /2014 could not be conducted immediately as planned due to work constraints and
distance gap faced by SCODOS exco members. However, for easy communication WhatsApp Group was set up
and a number of activities were able to be conducted and participated.
I. SCODOS Exco Meetings - !8 January 2014 & 7 March 2014
II. MDA Council Meetings attended by SCODOS Chairperson –
1st MDA Council Meeting on 30th June 2013
2nd MDA Council Meeting on 18th August 2014
3rd MDA Council Meeting on 20 October 2013
4th MDA Council Meeting on 8th December 2013
III. MBK P & P meetings attended by SCODOS Chairman/Chairperson –
Mesyuarat MBK P&P Bil 2 Tahun 2013 from 19 -21 September 2013
Mesyuarat MBK P&P Pihak Pekerja Bil 1 Tahun 2014 on 22 Februari 2014
IV. Courtesy Call / Meeting with Principal Director, Oral Health Division Ministry of Health Malaysia scheduled
on 7th March 2014.
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5) TREASURER’S REPORT
MDA-SCODOS Statement Of Account Ending 1st March 2014
Name of Account: MDA-SCODOS
Bank: Public Bank
No account: 3165533703
Date
01.01.2013
13.01.2013
13.01.2013
16.06.2013
26.06.2013
22.2.2014
Income
Balance from last
statement
MDA
Balance SCODOS account
RM
2,054.50
Expenditure
RM
JPA (presenter)
JPA talk ( IT staff)
MBK 2013
250.00
105.00
500.00
MBK 2014
500.00
1,355.00
2,000.00
4,054.50
RM 2,699.50
REPORT FROM FDI COUNCILLOR
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Greetings from FDI Councillor’s Office and hope this report finds you well.
First of all, I wish to thank the MDA Council for supporting me as a candidate for FDI Councillor 3 years ago during the
AWDC in Mexico City in 20 11 in which I was successfully elected during the General Assembly.
During the past 3 years in FDI, I have served various positions as :
1. World Oral Health Day Committee member in which we worked closely with WHO and managed to officially
enlist 20 March each year as the World Oral Health Day. I am pleased to say that this day has also been
endorsed by the Malaysian Dental Council in which I serve as a member. We have also managed to get more
than 80 countries worldwide to endorse and celebrate this day together. FDI has also developed educational
toolkit, video clips as well as website and Facebook support for this day. We are also grateful that MDA is also
celebrating this day concurrently with the world.
2. Education Committee Liaison Officer
FDI education committee is a special committee actively seeks for the best speakers around the world and plan
for the Annual World Dental Congress AWDC more than one year ahead of schedule. We visited the conference
site and assess suitability; we plan for the programme to ensure balance of content from each specialty; we plan
for the budget to ensure sufficient funding; we monitor the progress to ensure smooth execution.
3. Asia Pacific Regional Organisation Liason Officer
As an Editor as well as FDI Liaison Officer, we participated in each meeting and report to the Council about each
Regional Organisation RO progress and development. We also discussed the need of each RO and comminicate
with them to managed the expectations of each other.
4. Governance Task Team member
We looked at the FDI Constitution and reviewed the proceeding of each General Assembly to evaluate Constitutional
compliance and suggest ways to improve constitutional weakness and thus enhance governance.
5. Advocacy to include Oral health as Non Communicable Disease NCD
The FDI has been instrumental and proactive in enlisting oral health as NCD. We are also a strong voice in
emphasising oral health as an integral part of total physical health. The Istanbul Declaration is exemplary to
our commitment to this call. Recently we are advocating the control of sugar intake to be less than 5% of total
energy needs of body. The importance of this advocacy to the WHO as well as Ministry of Health is to encourage
the government worldwide to raise oral health awareness and thereby increase the health budget on the oral
health.
6. Developing a sustainable AWDC CONGRESS Model for the FDI
The FDI has come out of the financial difficulties over the past 2 years and has now in strong financial position
thanks to prudent fiscal management and the development of new congress model which is a win-win formula for
both the FDI and the Local Organising Committee. The recent resounding success in Turkey is a clear manifestation
of the success of this model.
The above are my humble contributions during my past three years tenure as FDI COUNCILLOR. My tenure will end
this year September during the AWDC in New Delhi. I shall continue my mission to service the global Dental community
as well as formulating strong advocacy for the Dental Profession.
Thank you very much.
With Strive, Service & Commitments
DATO ‘ DR HOW KIM CHUAN
FDI COUNCILLOR
REPORT OF THE MDA THINK TANK
DIRECTIVE OF THE MDATT: To study all matters that impact the practice of dentistry in Malaysia and to recommend
any proactive actions necessary in line with the objectives of the MDA.
Below is an outline of the current thinking emanating from the MDATT. Currently, it does not pretend to provide clear
answers so much as to alert us to the current challenges to the dental profession, to stir us to try to provide solutions
and to stimulate us to highlight any issues that we may need examine in depth:1. It is clear that the resulting sharp increase of dental schools have highlighted the severe need of postgraduate
dental education in all the different specialties. The possible solutions are the conversion of public dental schools
to essentially postgraduate dental education, increase of postgraduate dental education places in both public
and private dental schools, distance learning with foreign universities. The requirement of 4 years in order to be
certified as specialists may be too long especially if the graduate student wants to return to private practice and
has no intention to teach or be a consultant. In UK, it is possible to get a registrable specialist qualification in two
years and if one wants to be a consultant, it has to be at least 4 years. The MDATT will look into the possibility of
having a similar system. Ideally, postgraduate dental courses for Malaysia should be part time over a period of
2-3 years so that the dentist can continue to practice, use his/her practice as a practical teaching and learning
place at an affordable price, and also be recognised by the relevant authorities.
2. Dental Tourism will require upgrading of dental clinics and dental centres to meet ISO or international standards.
Currently, there is as yet no dedicated dental hospital in Malaysia. We should strive to emulate Thailand which
has up to 8 dental hospitals and one of them was purported to have seen a hunded thousand dental tourists last
year.
3. The coming tsunami of 1000 dental graduates a year is a cause for concern. A SWOT analysis shows the
Weakness to be inadequate forward planning to absorb such number of graduates seamlessly into the system.
The Strength is that the MDA will grow tremendously in numbers and therefore clout in every area provided we
manage the influx wisely and proactively. The Opportunity will be that competition will drive up standards and
hold prices reasonable for the public. The Threat is that we fail to maintain the quality of the new graduates and
increase the market for dentistry.
4. With the public service unable to absorb new graduates and provide them an environment to learn and be taught
so that they will transit smoothly into real life dentistry, the private sector may be called upon to make up the
shortfall.
5. Since most dental procedures can be divided into simple, moderate and complex cases, it seems reasonable for
dental specialists to focus on treating complex cases and at the same time train the generalists to do more and
more of the simple and moderate cases. This makes sense since we have a severe lack of dental specialists and
the shortfall will take a long time to overcome if ever.
Prepared by the MDA Think Tank October 2013
The report was delivered from the floor during a national meeting on “Projection of Oral Health Human Capital Needs
for Malaysia till Year 2020” organized by the Ministry of Health Oral Division.Ac
The MDATT also contributed intelligence to the MDA in various matters including engaging with the new generations of
dentists and bringing them into service for the profession by providing attractive incentives and perks for those who
are willing to sacrifice their time and energy to serve the profession via the MDA. Looking early into the Protection of
Personal Data Act in order to advice the members concerning compliance and making an appeal for exemption from
registration since dentists’ patients records are already strictly protected from abuse by the Private Healthcare and
Services Act. Drawing guidelines to help the dental traders to comply with the medical device act.
CHAIRMAN: DR. CHOW KAI FOO
MEMBERS: ASSO. PROFESSOR ALLAN PAU, DR. LEE WAYN JUEN, DR. BEH WEE REN
17TH FEBRUARY 2014