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WONCA 2014 | 1

21st - 24th May 2014

Borneo Convention Centre Kuching

Sarawak, Malaysia

www.wonca2014kuching.com.my

WONCA Asia Pacific

Regional Conference2014

The World Organisation of Family Doctors

CPD Pointwill be

accredited

Sarawak State Government

The Academy of FamilyPhysicians of Malaysia

Family Medicine Specialist Association of Malaysia

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1. Organising Committee

2. Invited Faculty

3. Conference Information

4. Programme At a Glance

5. Pre-Conference Workshop Research Championship

6. Main Scientific Programme

7. Call for Registration

8. Hotel Information

9. BCCK Location Map

10. About Kuching, Sarawak & Malaysia

11. Pre & Post Conference Tour / Accompanying Person Programme

12. Visitor Information

13. Acknowledgment

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WONCA 2014 | 1 The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

Datuk A/Prof (Adj) Dr. D. M. ThuraiappahDr. K. Sudha Nanthan

A/ Prof Dr Mohammad Husni Jamal

Prof Dr. Khoo Ee Ming

Dr. Nazrila Hairizan Nasir

Dr. S.Kaviyarasan a/l Sailin

Prof Dr. Teng Cheong Lieng

A/Prof Dr. Kamaruddin Kana

Dr. Zainal Fitri Zakaria

Dr Norizzati Bukhary bt Ismail Bukhary

ADVISOR

CHAIRMAN

VICE- CHAIRPERSON

SECRETARY

TREASURER

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE & WORKSHOP CHAIRMAN

SARAWAK COMMITTEE & SOCIAL PROGRAMME COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN

EXHIBITION/SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON

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• Hariyati Shahrima Abdul Majid International Islamic University, Malaysia

• Mohd Shaiful Bahari Yusoff Universiti Sains Malaysia

• Siew Pheng Chan Sime Darby Medical Centre, Malaysia

• Winnie Siew Swee Chee International Medical University, Malaysia

• Gim Hooi Choo Sime Darby Medical Centre, Malaysia

• Eric Chung Princess Alexandra Hospital, Australia

• Lee Gan Goh National University of Singapore

• Nik Sherina Haidi University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Ednin Hamzah Hospis Malaysia, Malaysia

• Safurah Jaafar Ministry of Health, Malaysia

The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS

PLENARY SPEAKERS

• Yook Chin Chia University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Michael Kidd University of Flinders, Australia

• Nigel Mathers University of Sheffield, United Kingdom

• Ridwan Shabsigh International Society of Men’s Health

• Alan White International Society of Men’s Health

• Doris Young University of Melbourne, Australia

• Andrew Kiyu Sarawak State Health Department,

Malaysia

• Fatt Soon Lee Ministry of Health, Malaysia

• George Lee Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• Mary Joseph Marrett University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Pubalan Muniandy Ministry of Health, Malaysia

• Ajay Nehra Rush University Medical Center, United

States of America

• Chirk Jenn Ng University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Loke Meng Ong Clinical Research Centre Hospital Pulau

Pinang, Malaysia

• Teng Aik Ong University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Balbir Singh FMHS, UNIMAS, Malaysia

• Nur Aishah Taib University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Hui Meng Tan University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Rozita Halina Tun Hussein Ministry of Health, Malaysia

• Johannes Vieweg University of Florida, United States

of America

• Yin Ling Woo University of Malaya, Malaysia

• Kitagawa Yasuhide Kanazawa University, Japan

• Michael Zitzmann University Clinics of Muenster,

Germany

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WONCA 2014 Conference Secretariat

Console Communications Sdn BhdSuite 12.9, Level 12, Wisma UOA II

21, Jalan Pinang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIATel: 03 - 2162 0566 Fax: 03 - 2161 6560

Email: [email protected]

Date : 21 - 24 May 2014

Conference Venue : Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Sarawak

Conference Website : www.wonca2014kuching.com.my

Conference Email : [email protected]

Early Registration Deadline : 28th February 2014

Registration Deadline : 5th May 2014

Hotel Reservation Deadline : 15th March 2014


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Date / Time

0815-0900

0900-1030

1030-1100

1100-1230

1230-1330

1330-1415

1415-1515

1515-1545

1545-1615

1615-16451645-1715

1930-2200

21 May 2014(Wednesday)

22 May 2014(Thursday)

23 May 2014(Friday)

24 May 2014(Saturday)

Pre-Conference(Research Championship)

Plenary 1

Symposia/Workshop

Symposia/Workshop

Plenary 2

Opening Ceremony

Plenary 3

Symposia/Workshop

Symposia/Workshop

Plenary 4

Symposia/Workshop

Plenary 5

Symposia/Workshop

Symposia/Workshop

Plenary 6

Research Plenary

Closing Ceremony

TEA BREAK

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM

TEA BREAK

TEA BREAK

Conference Dinner

Symposia/Workshop

Welcome Reception


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Day 1 I Wednesday, 21 May 2014Time

0800 - 0830

0830 - 0915

0915 - 1030

1030 - 1100

1100 - 1230

1230 - 1400

1400 - 1530

1530 - 1600

1600 - 1700

1700 - 1800

1800 - 1815

Agenda

Registration

Introduction and Ice-Breaking

Mentoring Session 1: Transforming Research Ideas into Answerable Research Questions

Tea Break

Mentoring Session 2: Developing Research Methods (I)

Lunch

Mentoring Session 3: Developing Research Methods (II)

Tea Break

Preparation for Team Proposal Presentations

Team Proposal Presentations

Closing


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Day 2 | Thursday, 22 May 2014CONCURRENT

0815-0900

0900-1030

1030-1100

1100-1230

1230-1330

1330-1415

1415-1515

1515-1715

A B C D E F G

Plenary 1Beyond Competencies: Grooming Future Leaders in Primary Care

Yook Chin Chia

TEA BREAK

Opening CeremonyKeynote Address by Director General of Health, Malaysia

Welcome Reception

S1 Health Care Financing

Rozita Halina Tun Hussein

S3Update On Diabetes

ManagementSiew Pheng Chan

S3Teenager At Risks

W1Family Violence

W2Quality & Safety

W3How To Get Published 1

R1Oral Presentation

1

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM

Plenary 2Wes Fabb Oration: Are Our Universities Nurturing Our Future Family Doctors?

Michael Kidd

S4 Mental Health

S5Update On Dementia

Fatt Soon Lee

S6Substance Abuse

W4Case Study: Diet

and Lifestyle Management of Obese Type 2 Diabetes with

Hypertension and Dyslipidemia

Winnie Siew Swee Chee

W5Insulin Decision

MakingChirk Jenn Ng

W6How To Get Published 2

R2Oral Presentation

2


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Day 3 | Friday, 23 May 2014CONCURRENT

0815-0900

0900-1030

1030-1100

1100-1230

1230-1330

1330-1415

1415-1545

1545-16151615-1715

1930-2200

Plenary 3Men’s Health in the World – The Way Forward

Ridwan Shabsigh

TEA BREAK

TEA BREAK

Conference Dinner

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM

Plenary 4Training Family Doctors in Men’s Health

Alan White

A B C D E F G

S7Rural Health

S8Women Family

Physicians

S9Prostate CancerKitagawa Yasuhide

Teng Aik OngJohannes Vieweg

S10Chronic Disease

Management(Mandarin Session)

W7Motivational

InterviewHariyati Shahrima

Abdul Majid

W8Hypnosis 1:

Management Of Chronic Pain

W9Writing

Case Report 1

S11Best Practice In

MCQ AssessmentMuhamad Saiful

Bahri Yusoff

S12Cancer

ScreeningNur Aishah Taib

Lee Gan Goh

W10Communication

Skills In Men Sexual

Dysfunction Michael Zitzmann

S13GP Training In

China(Mandarin Session)

S14Premature EjaculationEric Chung

W11Hypnosis 2:

Management Of Stress & Burnout

W12Writing

Case Report 2

S15Postgraduate

Family Medicine Training In USA

S16Travel Medicine

S17Sexual Medicine

Ajay Nehra Eric Chung

Michael ZitzmannRidwan Shabsigh

S18Lipids and CV Risk

Gim Hooi Choo

W13Cognitive

Behavioural Therapy & Depression

R3Oral Presentation

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R4Oral Presentation

4

S19Palliative CareEdnin Hamzah

S20Child

Behavioural Problems

Mary Joseph Marret

S21Counterfeit

PDE-5-InhibitorsGeorge Lee

S22Rajakumar Movement

S23Electronic Health

Record

S24Healthy Aging

S25Updates On CKD

ManagementLoke Meng Ong


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Day 4 | Saturday, 24 May 2014CONCURRENT

0815-0900

0900-1030

1030-11001100-1230

1230-1330

1330-1415

1415-1515

1515-1615

1615-1645

Plenary 5When East Meets West - Learning Together To Do Research

Nigel Mathers

TEA BREAK

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM

TEA BREAK

Plenary 6Clinical Service Models In Type 2 Diabetes Care

Doris Young

Research Plenary

Closing Ceremony

A B C D E F G

S26Practice-Based

AssessmentLee Gan Goh

S27HPV VaccineSafurah Jaafar Woo Yin Ling

S28Spinal Pain: Osteopathic

W14Qualitative Research 1

W15Point-Of-Care

Testing

W16Social Media

R5Oral Presentation

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S29GP Training Worldwide

S30Men’s Health &

Aging – The Global

PerspectiveAlan White

Hui Meng TanAjay Nehra

S31Zoonotic Infections

Plasmodium Knowlesi

Balbir SinghLeptospirosis

Andrew Kiyu

W17Qualitative Research 2

W18Communication

Skill

W19Dermatology QuizPubalan Muniandy

W20Research Learning

Workshop – Experience From

FijiLee Gan Goh


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TO REGISTERPlease complete the registration form in this Announcement and fax or post to the Conference Secretariat OR Register online at the Conference Website: www.wonca2014kuching.com.my

A REGISTERED DELEGATE IS ENTITLED TO• Participate in all Scientific Sessions of the Conference.• Conference Bag, Proceedings and other Conference Documents.• Attend the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception.• Tea Breaks and Conference Lunches.

PRE-CONFFERENCE WORKSHOP (RESEARCH CHAMPIONSHIP)• Please register if you are participating for Research Championship.

CONFERENCE DINNER• Please register if you wish to attend.

PAYMENT• All payments should be made in RM. International delegates can make payment by Credit Card or Telegraphic Transfer.

Malaysian delegates can make payment by Local Cheque or Local Order.• Please note that all related bank charges, financial charges or credit card commission (5%) are to be borne by the delegates

and are not to be deducted from the fees payable to the Conference.

CONFIRMATION• Registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of the FULL payment.• Upon the receipt of the FULL payment, the Conference Secretariat will send you a Confirmation Letter via email.• Please bring along the Confirmation Letter and present it at the time of Registration at the Conference.


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Category Early Registration(On and before 28th February 2014)

Normal Registration(After 28th February 2014) Onsite Registration

Local Registration / Low Income Countries

WONCA Members

Non-WONCA Members

RM 1,000(Approximately USD 333)



Trainees / Allied Health Personnel(Malaysians only)

Conference Dinner RM 200 (Approximately USD 67)

Donation towards Orangutan ConservationRM 15 (Approximately USD 5) RM 30 (Approximately USD 10) RM 60 (Approximately USD 20)

Bursary Donation Support for Delegates from Low Income Countries (in the increments of RM 150 / approximately USD 50)

Pre-Conference Workshop RM 150 (Approximately USD 50)Research Championship (Maximum of 50 seats)Research Championship participants ONLY





RM 600(Approximately USD 200)




REGISTRATION RATES

* A letter of verification of the Allied Health Personnel status from the Head of Department/ Unit must be emailed to the Conference Secretariat upon registration.* Please refer to the Conference Website for the list of Low Income Countries* Please contact the Conference Secretariat for Letter of Invitation for Visa applications

CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellation of registration must be made in writing to the Conference Secretariat. Refunds will only be made after the Conference. • Cancellation received on or before 28th February 2014 : 100% refund. (minus an administration fees of USD30) • Cancellation received between 28th February 2014 to 21st April 2014 : 50% refund. • Cancellation received after 21st April 2014 : No refund. *Paid registration fee is not refundable after the stipulated date for whatever reasons including failure of obtaining VISA.

Early Registration Deadline: 28th February 2014 The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

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Pullman Kuching Hotel

Hilton Kuching Hotel

Tel & FaxWebsiteAddressRoom Rate

Tel & FaxWebsiteAddressRoom Rate

(T) +60-82-222888 (F) +60-82-222999www.pullmankuching.comNo 1A Jalan Mathies, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak.

(T) +60-82-2223816 (F) +60-82-223986www.hilton.comJalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak.

Room Type Deluxe (Single)

Deluxe (Twin)

Executive Superior (Single)

Executive Superior (Twin)

Executive Deluxe (Single)

Executive Deluxe (Twin)

Room Type

Executive (Single)

Executive (Twin)

Room Rate

RM 455.00 nett (Approximately USD 142)






Room Rate



* Limited Room Available

* Limited Room Available


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Riverside Majestic HotelTel & FaxWebsiteAddress

Room Rate

(T) +60-82-247777 (F) +60-82-425858 www.riversidemajestic.comJalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, P.O.Box 2928, 93756 Kuching, Sarawak.

Room Type

Superior (Single)

Superior (Twin)

Deluxe (Single)

Deluxe (Twin)

Room Rate





Grand Margherita HotelTel & FaxWebsiteAddressRoom Rate

(T) +60-82-423111 (F) +60-82-426169www.grandmargherita.comJalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, P.O.Box 2362, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak

Room Type

Superior (Single)

Superior (Twin)

Deluxe (Single)

Deluxe (Twin)

Room Rate






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Hotel Grand ContinentalTel & FaxWebsiteAddress

Room Rate

(T) +60-82-230 399 (F) +60-82-230 339www.ghihotels.com.myLot 42, Section 46, Jalan Ban Hock, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

Room Type

Deluxe (Single)

Deluxe (Twin)

Premium (Single)

Premium (Twin)

Room Rate





Abell HotelTel & FaxWebsiteAddressRoom Rate

(T) +60-82-239 449 (F) +60-82-234 488www.abellboutiquehotel.com.myJalan Tunku Abdul Rahman 93100 Kuching, Sarawak.

Room Type

Superior (Single)

Superior (Twin)

Superior View (Single)

Superior View (Twin)

Abell Deluxe King (Single)

Abell Deluxe King (Twin)

Room Rate







Hotel Reservation Deadline: 15th March 2014 The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

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Jln Be

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Jln PendingJln Datuk Abdul Rahim

Jln Tu

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Jln Wan Alwi

Jln Sekama

Jln Padungan

Jln Mendu

Jln Simpang Tiga

Jln Simen Raya

Jln U

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Jln Demak

S A R A W A K R I V E R


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The enchanting state of Sarawak is Malaysia’s largest state, endowed with the world’s richest and most diverse ecosystem. Sarawak has ancient rainforest canopies, the world’s largest flower, the Rafflesia; squirrels and snakes that can glide through the air, mouse deer the size of kittens, pitcher plants that eat insects and even relish the occasional small mammal. In fact, there are countless species of flora and fauna, yet to be discovered.

From pristine underwater marine life and untouched coral reefs to rich heritage and from wilderness to modern city landscape, Sarawak is a potpourri of experiences appreciated by travellers from all over the world. Head into Sarawak’s interiors and your heartbeat will flutter at the fascinating and enchanting dances of the multi-ethnic tribes living harmoniously with each other.

Indeed, Sarawak is home to 28 ethnic groups; each with its own distinct language, culture and lifestyle. The Ibans form the major ethnic group on this land with about 30.1 per cent of the total population for the year 2000 census. The Chinese who generally live in the cities are the second largest group at 26.7 per cent, followed by the Bidayuh, Melanau and other native tribes of Sarawak. The Malays also constitute a large portion (23 per cent) of the population as well, mainly concentrated along the coast. The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

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Kuching City TourThe perfect introduction to Sarawak’s historic capital, this tour includes Kuching’s Chinatown, and the Cat Statue (Kuching means “Cat” in Malay), the colourful Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple and the world famous Sarawak Museum. This tour will also take you pass Old Kuching, crammed with spice dealers and textile shops. Pass by the heritage buildings of the White Rajah era, the Pavilion, the Square Tower, the Court House, the Charles Brooke Monument and the Post Office. We will view the Astana, the former residence of the White Rajahs from across the river at the Kuching Waterfront. This tour will also a visit tour famous Kuih Lapis factory, and Sin Piao a Local Outlet that sells Sarawak products.

Duration : Approx. 4hours (0900 hrs – 1300 hrs)Inclusive of : Experienced English Speaking Guide, 1 bottle of Mineral Water, Cold Towel, Souvenir, Lunch at a local restaurant Return transfers to and from city hotels in A/C coachesDifficulty : Easy

Minimum : 2 persons Rate per person: RM 75.00 nett

Duration : Approx. 4 hours (0800 hrs – 1230 hrs)Inclusive of : Entrance fee, Experienced English Speaking Guide, Return transfers to and from city hotels in A/C coachesDifficulty : Easy (Wildlife)Note : As the orang utan in Semenggoh are semi-wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed.


Semenggoh Wildlife CenterThe best place in Sarawak to view semi-wild orang utans, who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding forest reserve. The rehabilitated animals roam freely in the rain forest, and often return to the centre at feeding time. Thanks to the successful breeding programme at Semenggoh there is a good possibility of experiencing one of the most heart-warming sights in Borneo – an orang utan mother with a young baby. The centre is 30 mins drive from Kuching and another 20 mins on foot.

Along the way visitors pass by the ethno-botanical gardenswith their unique collection of rain-forest plants. Semenggoh also has a number of short collection of rain-forest plants. After the visit we will proceed to the Sarawak Pottery Factory for a short visit.


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Mulu Show CavesIn Borneo, deep in Sarawak’s mountainous forest, lie the most spectacular caves on earth, the Gunung Mulu National Park. Over millennia the flow of water draining from the slopes of Gunung Mulu towards the sea has cut deep gorges through the Park’s limestone mountains and, within the rock itself, a complex network of vast caves has been formed.

Since 1978 these caves have been the focus for a succession of expeditions. As we move into the 21st Century, humanity appears to have explored to the limits of our environment. Using technology we can photograph the surface of distant planets, probe the immensity of space, scan the beds of the deepest oceans, image the inside of living bodies and picture the surface of structures to microscopic detail. In such a world, it might be imagined that there is no true exploration left to be done. But this would be untrue.

Under the surface of our planet lies a parallel world, a world of great beauty and mystery formed over thousands of years by the most elemental of forces, the passage of water through rock. This world, the domain of caves, remains largely unexplored. In northern Sarawak, the Mulu Caves is still making progress on this journey of discovery.

Even though only partially explored, the vast caves of Gunung Mulu National Park are believed to be one of the world’s largest and the four show caves offer visitors an unforgettable encounter with nature at her most majestic.

Day 01 Arrival transfer and check into Royal Mulu Resort. Transfer to Mulu National Park headquarters, and proceed on foot along a wooden plank walk through virgin rainforest for 45 minutes to the entrance of Deer Cave, the world’s largest cave passage and Lang Cave. After exploring the caves, proceed to bats observatory to observe bats flying out of caves entrance at late evening (only confine to fine weather) Return via same plank walk to park headquarters and transfer back to resort. Dinner and overnight at resort.

Day 02 After breakfast, journey by longboat along the Melinau River to the Wind Cave, and explore the King’s Room, a remarkable display of spectacular stalagmites. Continue by boat to the Clearwater Cave, where a tributary of Melinau emerges from deep underground. Explore the Clearwater Cave, the longest cave passage in Southeast Asia, and view the rock formations of the Young Lady. Picnic lunch at Clearwater summer huts and later on enjoy a swim at Clearwater spring. Late afternoon return transfer by longboat to resort. Dinner and overnight at resort.

Day 03 Breakfast at resort. Free at own leisure until transfer to Mulu airport for departure flight.

Duration : 3 days /2 nightsInclusive of : Entrance Fee, Experienced English Speaking Guide, Boat Transfers, Meals (2D 2B 1L), Resort Accommodation Return transfers to and from city hotels in A/C coachesDifficulty : Moderate (Some climbing of stairs)Requirements : Swim wear, Hat, Sun Block, Insect Repellant, Torch Light, Good Trekking ShoesMinimum : 2 persons –Twin sharing

Rate per person: Twin/Double Sharing @ RM980.00 nett Additional (Single room): RM1420.00 nett


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Bako National ParkThis small peninsula, 1 ½ hours from Kuching by car and boat, is home to seven distinct rainforest ecosystems, giving it a remarkable diversity of animal and plant life. Bako’s most famous residents are the bizarre proboscis monkeys, and it is also home to silvered langurs (leaf monkeys), long-tailed macaque monkeys, wild boar, flying squirrels and monitor lizards as well as hundreds of different bird species. Fascinating plant life includes mangroves, strangling figs, carnivorous pitcher plants and symbiotic ant plants. Unique geological features mark the coastline, including the famous Sea Stack, whilst well-marked trails lead to rugged jungle-covered hilltops and secluded beaches.

Duration : Approx. 6.5 hours(0845 hrs – 1530hrs)Inclusive of : Park Entrance fee, Experienced Park Guide, Boat transfers, Packed lunch Return transfers to and from city hotels in A/C coachesDifficulty : Moderate (2 hours trekking in dense rainforest and mangrove lined coast)Requirements : Sun Block, Insect Repellant, Good pair of trekking shoes/ trainers.


CPH Travel Agency (Sarawak) Sdn BhdMr. Oscar Choo

Tel: (082) 243708, 242289, 414921Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Website: www.cphtravel.com.my


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CURRENCYThe Malaysian currency in Ringgit Malaysia (RM) which comes in notes and coins. Major currencies can be exchanged at most hotels, banks and licensed money changers. One Ringgit Malaysia is approximately USD 0.32.

TIME ZONEMalaysia operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) + 8 hours.

WEATHERMalaysia enjoys sub-tropical conditions throughout the year with average temperatures of around 32degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit).

ELECTRICITY220 – 240V AC at 50 cycles per second. Standard UK-type three pin plugs are used.

WATERBottled mineral water is easily available in shops, restaurants and supermarkets.

VISA REQUIREMENTS Travelers must hold a valid passport or travel document with a minimum of six months beyond the intended period of visit. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. For more information, please check the status in www.kln.gov.my or check with your local consulate. If you require a letter of invitation to facilitate your visa application, please contact the Conference Secretariat.

LANGUAGEThe official language of the Conference will be English.

ATTIREBusiness attire is most appropriate for attending conference and business functions. For sightseeing or shopping, light cotton clothing is advised. Most malls and restaurants are air conditioned.


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INSURANCEThe Organisers are unable to accept any responsibility for damage to or loss of personal property during the Conference and participants are advised to ensure that such items are adequately insured prior to travel.

LETTERS OF INVITATIONA written request must be sent to the Conference Secretariat for a Letter of Invitation to assist with the application for a visa to attend the Conference in Malaysia. This letter should not be considered an official invitation for delegates to cover registration fees or other related expenses from your organisation or sponsors. Letters of invitation will only be issued on receipt of registrations accompanied by full payment.

ACCESS BY AIRGetting to Malaysia is easy with over 40 airlines, including Malaysia national carrier- Malaysia Airlines. Malaysia primary gateway is the state-of-the-art Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Visitors can take flight from KLIA to all major cities and towns in the Peninsula as well as Sabah and Sarawak. The national budget airlines is AirAsia- which flies the domestic routes as well as some international and Asian routes.

WONCA 2014 Conference Secretariat

Console Communications Sdn BhdSuite 12.9, Level 12, Wisma UOA II

21, Jalan Pinang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIATel: 03 - 2162 0566 Fax: 03 - 2161 6560

Email: [email protected]


WONCA 2014 | 21 The organising committee will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages as well as for delays or modifications in the programme

The Organising Committee of WONCA 2014 Conference expresses its deep appreciation to the following for their support and contribution to the success of the conference:

PLATINUM SPONSORSanofi-Aventis (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

BRONZE SPONSORNovartis Corportation (M) Sdn Bhd

SPONSORSXepa-Soul Pattinson (M) Sdn Bhd

Janssen CilagServier Malaysia Sdn Bhd

A.Menarini Singapore Pte LtdExercise Is Medicine Farmasia Sdn Bhd

Novo Nordisk Pharma (M) Sdn BhdVifor (International) AG