Dr. Mustafa Taher
Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
26+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Mustafa Taher
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
Speciality
Language 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
Performed by Dr. Mustafa Taher
Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
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Dr. Mustafa Taher
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.
Dr. Mustafa Taher
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Dr. Mustafa Taher
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.
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Dr. Mustafa Taher
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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