Dr Geetha Palaniappan

MBBS

Dr Geetha Palaniappan is a Senior Registered Medical Officer specializing in Hematology and Transplant medicine, currently practicing at Sunway Medical Centre in Malaysia. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she has developed a diverse background that spans emergency medicine, aesthetic medicine, and clinical hematology.

Throughout her career, Geetha has demonstrated a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and professional development. In her current role at Sunway Medical Centre, she has spent over seven years focusing on transplant medicine. She is an enthusiast of stem cell transplant for hemato malignancy, CART therapy and immunotherapy. Beyond her core clinical duties, she serves as an American Heart Association (AHA) instructor for Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), reflecting her dedication to medical education and life-saving training.

Geetha’s academic foundation includes an MBBS from Manipal University, complemented by a fellowship in Medical Cosmetology, a postgraduate diploma in Aesthetic Medicine, and a professional diploma in Dermatology. She has also pursued advanced training in immuno-oncology through Harvard Medical School, further deepening her expertise in her specialization. Her extensive clinical background, which includes years of service with the Ministry of Health Malaysia and in various private healthcare settings, highlights a versatile and highly skilled medical professional dedicated to advancing patient care and clinical standards.

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