Profile
Dato' Dr. Guna Sittampalam is a distinguished Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 45 years of experience in women's healthcare. As the Managing Director and Consultant O&G of the Damai Service Hospital (DSH) Group, he has been instrumental in establishing a network of hospitals providing affordable, high-quality care across the Klang Valley.
Dr. Guna’s career spans diverse roles, including government service, international humanitarian missions, and corporate healthcare leadership. He has served as a Senior Medical Officer in the Malaysian Armed Forces, participated as a Voluntary Medical Officer at the Bangladesh war front alongside Mother Teresa, and played a key role in upgrading rural and private healthcare facilities in Malaysia.
His commitment to improving women’s health and reducing infant mortality aligns with his mission to bring state-of-the-art medical technology and advanced services such as Longevity Medicine, Fit-for-Life Health Clinics, and Fertility Services to Malaysia and the ASEAN region.
Dr. Guna’s leadership in medical education is evident through his dedication to disseminating knowledge to young medical professionals, while his active participation in international medical forums underscores his global perspective on healthcare.
Qualification
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) – University of Calcutta, India (1970, Government Scholarship Scheme)
- Master of Medicine (M.Med) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology – University of Singapore (1979)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG) – London, UK (1991)
- Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS) – USA (1984)
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) – USA (1985)
- Admitted to the Academy of Medicine Malaysia (AM, Malaya)
- Registered Medical Practitioner – Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and General Medical Council (UK)
Awards & Recognition
Captain, Malaysian Armed Forces (1972-1973): Served as Acting Major with the 5th Brigade of the Royal Malay Regiment, leading medical operations in challenging terrains of East Malaysia.
Voluntary Medical Officer – Bangladesh Liberation War (1970-1971): Provided critical care to over 500,000 refugees, working alongside Mother Teresa.
Consultant O&G, General Hospital Kuala Lumpur (1978): Appointed as Head of Department at a young age due to his expertise.
Founder and Managing Director of Damai Service Hospital (DSH) Group: Successfully established a network of private hospitals with cutting-edge facilities and services.
Leader in Medical Innovation: Advocates for modern healthcare technologies such as Longevity Medicine, Fit-for-Life Clinics, and advanced menopausal management.
Global Representative: Actively participates in international medical forums, representing Malaysian healthcare initiatives and NGOs.
Clinical Hours
Monday: By appointment only
Tuesday: By appointment only
Wednesday: By appointment only
Thursday: By appointment only
Friday: By appointment only
Saturday: Closed