Dr. Mustafa Taher
Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
About
Dr.Mustafa Mohammed Taher (Al-Khafaji) is a Malaysia based Malaysia top Bariatric and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon. He is a resident consultant at Cengild Medical Centre (Centre of Gastroenterology and Liver Disease), Bangsar South. His practice has established one of the best bariatric programs in Asia Pacific.
Professional Background
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Procedures Performed: Over 4,000 bariatric procedures over 5 years; Sleeve gastrectomies, Bypass, Mini Bypass, and Revisions
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Centre of Excellence: The Cengild Medical Centre was established as an IEF Certified Bariatric Centre of Excellence in February 2023.
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Professional Memberships: Member of MUGIS (Malaysia Upper GI Society), MyMBSS (Malaysia Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Society), PENSMA, SELSMA, and IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders)
Innovations & Contributions
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Award: Asia Pacific's Leading Bariatric Surgeon for four years in a row (Global Health and Tourism Awards)
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Research Contributions: Co-author of peer-reviewed publication in PLOS One 2023, on the outcome of 1000 bariatric surgery in Cengild Medical Centre; published a case report in Journal of Surgical Case Reports 2024, of an incidental gastric cancer in bariatric surgery.
Good to Know
Specialties
Languages Spoken
Awards
• Golden Medal for Innovation (Buried Bumper Syndrome)
• Bariatric Medical Centre of the Year (Team Award)
Senior Consultant Surgeon
2017 - Present
Upper GI & Bariatric Fellow
2011 - 2017
Master of General Surgery
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
2011
MB ChB
University of Baghdad, Iraq
2000
Mustafa Taher has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Bariatric & Upper GI Surgeon and have built a focused career in bariatric & upper gi surgeon, cengild.
You can request a consultation with Mustafa Taher through CureMeAbroad by submitting your details. Video consultations are available for international patients before travel through CureMeAbroad.
Bariatric surgery with Mustafa Taher typically costs 50-70% less than equivalent procedures in the US or UK. The final price depends on the procedure type (sleeve, bypass, or mini bypass), length of hospital stay, and pre-surgical workup. CureMeAbroad can provide a detailed quote after reviewing your medical profile.
Mustafa Taher practices at CENGILD (Centre for Gastroenterology. The facility is equipped with modern surgical and diagnostic infrastructure, and maintains international accreditation standards to ensure a safe and reliable care environment for overseas patients.
Yes, Mustafa Taher regularly treats patients from the US, UK, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. Their hospital provides dedicated international patient support including pre-arrival medical record review, visa support letters, airport transfers, and coordination of post-travel follow-up care.
Mustafa Taher specializes in bariatric and metabolic surgery, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y), and mini gastric bypass. They use minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques to reduce recovery time and improve long-term outcomes for patients managing obesity or metabolic conditions.
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Mustafa Taher has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Bariatric & Upper GI Surgeon and have built a focused career in bariatric & upper gi surgeon, cengild.
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