Datuk Dr Balwinder Singh MBBS, MS (ORL-HNS), Fellowship in Rhinology & Anterior Skull Base Surgery (Australia) Training in Sleep Surgery and Rhinoplasty (Australia), RPSGT (USA), FAAO-HNS (USA), CMIA (NIOSH),
Dr. Balwinder Singh: A Leading ENT Specialist
Dr. Balwinder Singh is a highly regarded ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) surgeon with over 26 years of experience. He holds a Master’s degree in Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ORL-HNS) from the University of Malaya (1998).
Subspecialty Expertise:
- Rhinology: Dr. Balwinder is further subspecialized in Rhinology, focusing on diagnosing and treating diseases of the nose and sinuses.
- Sleep Apnea: He is a leader in sleep medicine, adept at managing sleep apnea with both medical and surgical approaches.
- Rhinoplasty: Dr. Balwinder is a renowned rhinoplasty surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He performs both cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty procedures to improve nasal appearance and breathing function.
Extensive Experience and Recognition:
Dr. Balwinder has extensive experience working in various government hospitals. Since 2001, he has headed the Department of ORL-HNS at Putrajaya Hospital.
He is a respected senior consultant, actively performing ENT surgeries for over 25 years.
Recognized as a Key Opinion Leader by his peers, Dr. Balwinder possesses exceptional skills in handling complex nasal, sinus, and rhinoplasty surgery. This expertise makes his department a referral center for such cases.
Rhinology
Dr Balwinder is a highly qualified Rhinologist with extensive experience in complex sinus surgery. He completed his Fellowship in Rhinology at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide in 2005 and is certified by the prestigious Royal Australian College of Surgeons.
Beyond routine sinus procedures, Dr Balwinder is a specialist in managing challenging cases. He has performed a significant number of major cancer surgeries involving the nose and paranasal sinuses. His expertise is sought after for complex revisions, often treating patients who have undergone unsuccessful sinus surgeries elsewhere.
A leader in his field, Dr Balwinder actively contributes to advancing Rhinology training in Malaysia. Since 2006, he has chaired the Rhinology training program, shaping the careers of 15 ENT specialists who are now practicing Rhinology sub-specialties throughout the country.
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ENT Specialist Name |
Training Period |
Current workplace(s) |
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Dr Rosli Md Noor |
2010 – 2015 |
Kota Bharu Hospital |
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Dr Rosdi Ramli |
2010 – 2013 |
Kota Bharu Hospital |
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Dr Arvin Balachandran |
2011 – 2013 |
Manipal Hospital https://www.manipalhospitals.com.my/our-doctors/dr-arvin-balachandran |
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Dr N. Saraspathey |
2012 – 2013 |
Assunta Hospital https://www.assunta.com.my/our-doctor/ent-surgeon/ |
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Dr Ida Sachlin |
2013 – 2014 |
Alor Setar Hospital |
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Dr Indirani Batumalay |
2015 – 2019 |
Klang and Columbia Asia Bukit Rimau Hospital https://www.columbiaasia.com/malaysia/hospitals/bukit-rimau/doctors/dr.-indirani-a~p-batumalay |
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Dr Ng Teck Siang : |
2015 – 2017 |
Damansara Specialist Hospital https://kpjhealth.com.my/damansara/doctor?d_id=20917 |
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Dr Lina Ling |
2015 – 2016 |
Taiping Hospital |
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Dr Abdul Fattah |
2016 – 2018 |
SDMC Ara Damansara Hospital https://www.subangjayamedicalcentre.com/doctor-info/dr-abdul-fattah-abdul-wahab |
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Dr Elang Kumaran |
2017 – 2019 |
Kuala Lumpur Hospital |
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Dr Revadi Govindaraju |
2018 |
UMMC and UMSC Hospital https://umsc.my/?umsc_doctor=revadi-govindaraju |
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Dr Azizul |
2018 |
Alor Setar Hospital |
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Dr Komathi Ramachandran |
2019 – 2020 |
currently still in training |
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Dr Yogeswaran |
2019 – 2020 |
currently still in training |
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Dr Nik Mohd Yunus |
2020 |
currently still in training |
Rhinoplasty (Cosmetic Surgery of the Nose aka Nose Job)
Dr Balwinder is a rhinoplasty specialist, widely recognized for his mastery of this intricate aspect of plastic surgery. Fifteen years of experience has honed his skills, and his expertise is sought-after both nationally, where he lectures on rhinoplasty, and locally, where complex nasal deformity cases and revision rhinoplasties are referred to him. This trust stems from his consistent success in achieving natural-looking results, even in challenging situations, and his ability to address patients’ concerns after previous rhinoplasty.
Sleep Related Breathing Disorders
A specialist in Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB), Dr Balwinder honed his expertise at Flinders University Hospital in Adelaide. He’s a passionate educator, training both specialists and medical staff in this vital field.For over a decade, Dr Balwinder has spearheaded the National Putrajaya Sleep Disordered Breathing workshop, a biennial event equipping specialists and paramedical staff with the necessary skills in this niche area.
His recognition as a leader in SDB extends internationally, with invitations to speak on Obstructive Sleep Apnea abroad.Dr Balwinder is actively involved in cutting-edge research collaborations with the USA, seeking innovative solutions for treating obstructive sleep apnea. (https://www.youtube.com/feed/my_videos)
Board Certifications
- Fellowship in Endoscopic Nasal , Sinus and Skull Base Surgery (RACS, Australia)
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BPRT, USA)
Medical school
- M.B.B.S S.P. Medical College, Bikaner, University of Rajasthan, India 1991
Postgraduate training
- Masters in ORL-HNS (ENT), University Malaya 1998
- Trainee in Rhinology, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Adelaide, Australia 2005
- Trainee in Sleep Surgery, Flinders Hospital, Adelaide, Australia 2005
- Board Certified and Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, USA 2017
Postgraduate work experience
- Clinical specialist , Dept of ENT, Klang Hospital 1998 – 2000
- Senior Consultant and Head of Dept of ENT, Putrajaya Hospital 2000 – currently
- Ministry of Health Malaysia National Consultant and Trainer in Rhinology and Rhinoplasty
- Ministry of Health Malaysia National Consultant and Trainer in Sleep Related Breathing Disorders
Other Qualifications: CMIA (NIOSH)
INVOLVEMENT IN UNDERGRADUATE & POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION & TRAINING
1) Undergraduate
Honorary Lecturer for Perdana University, Seri Kembangan Selangor – Phase 4 MBBS (Malaya) Programme from 2014 – 2016
Honorary Lecturer for Cyberjaya University of Clinical Medical Sciences, Cyberjaya Selangor – Phase 3B MBBS (Malaya) Programme from 2016 onwards
2) Postgraduate
Training of Masters students M(MED-ORL) from University Malaya(UM), University Kebangsaan Malaysia(UKM) and Universiti Sains Malaysia(USM) from 2004 onwards.
3) Subspecialty
- Elected into Rhinology Subspecialty Board, Ministry of Health, Malaysia effective 2006.
- Credentialed Rhinologist & Skull base Surgeon Trainer by Ministry of Health Malaysia, 2006
- Rhinology Country Head for Ministry of Health Malaysia since 2015
