Neonatal Surgery
Surgical conditions present at birth or identified in newborn babies, assessed according to the child's needs.
Learn about conditions ↗ Specialist care for children
When your child needs surgery, clarity matters.
Thoughtful guidance for parents. Specialist paediatric surgical care for babies and children, with a special interest in minimally invasive and keyhole surgery.
Understand the options.
Get clear information and discuss the right next step for your child.
Care that includes parentsClear conversations, considered decisions
✳Minimally invasiveKeyhole surgery expertise
✓Two clinic locationsKuala Lumpur · Petaling Jaya
Specialist paediatric surgeryPaediatric urologyLaparoscopic surgeryMalaysia
A parent's guide
Good care starts with good conversations.
Hearing that your child may need an operation can bring many questions. Understanding the condition, the available options and what recovery may involve can help you take the next step with greater confidence.
Dr. Nada Sudhakaran is a consultant paediatric surgeon and urologist who sees children in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya. Every child's situation is different; assessment and treatment recommendations are made based on individual needs.
Consultant specialistPaediatric Surgery & Urology
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Meet the specialist
Dr. Nada Sudhakaran
Consultant Paediatric Surgeon & Urologist
Dr. Nada provides specialist surgical care for babies and children, including general paediatric surgery, paediatric urology and reconstructive surgery. His special interest is minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic or “keyhole” techniques.
He completed undergraduate and postgraduate training in the United Kingdom and has experience working in the UK and Australia before returning to Malaysia. He is listed on the specialist registers in Malaysia, the UK and Australia, as stated in his professional profile.
✓QualificationsMBBS (University of Wales), MRCS (Glasgow), FRCS (Paediatric Surgery), CCT (Paediatric Surgery), FRACS
✓LanguagesEnglish, Bahasa Malaysia and Tamil
✓Practice locationsPantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Assunta Hospital, Petaling Jaya
Areas of care
Paediatric surgical specialties
Explore common categories of conditions that may require specialist assessment. This list is for information and is not a diagnosis.
Paediatric Urology
Conditions affecting the urinary tract and genital development in babies and children.
Learn about conditions ↗Keyhole Surgery
Laparoscopic techniques that use small incisions for selected procedures when clinically appropriate.
Explore keyhole surgery ↗Hernia & Hydrocele
Assessment of common childhood conditions such as inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia and hydrocele.
Learn about conditions ↗Reconstructive Surgery
Assessment and surgical planning for selected congenital or acquired conditions requiring reconstruction.
Learn about conditions ↗Paediatric Thoracic Surgery
Specialist evaluation of selected conditions involving the chest in babies and children.
Learn about conditions ↗Minimally invasive surgery
Small incisions.
Carefully considered.
Laparoscopic surgery—often called keyhole surgery—uses a small camera and specialised instruments through small incisions. For selected conditions, it may offer benefits such as smaller scars and a different recovery experience compared with open surgery.
The best approach depends on the diagnosis, the child's age and health, and the procedure required. Dr. Nada can explain the potential benefits, limitations and risks relevant to your child's situation.
Ask about treatment options ↗KEYHOLE
APPROACH
APPROACH
A technique for selected procedures
Conditions and treatments
Information for the questions you have.
Children can have different surgical needs at different stages of development. A consultation helps clarify whether a condition needs monitoring, further tests or treatment.
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When to seek urgent help
If your child has severe pain, breathing difficulty, persistent vomiting, significant bleeding or appears seriously unwell, seek urgent medical attention rather than waiting for an appointment.
Hernias and hydrocele +
Includes inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia and fluid around the testicle (hydrocele). Timing and treatment depend on the type of condition and the child's age.
Undescended testicle +
A testicle that has not moved into the scrotum may require specialist assessment. The recommended timing of treatment depends on clinical findings and current guidance.
Paediatric urology conditions +
Selected conditions affecting the kidneys, urinary tract or genital system may need paediatric urological evaluation.
Congenital and neonatal conditions +
Some conditions are present at birth or identified in the newborn period. Care planning may involve assessment, investigations and coordination with other paediatric specialists.
Childhood lumps and tumours +
A lump may have many causes. A clinician can assess it and determine whether imaging, biopsy, removal or other specialist input is appropriate.
Chest and thoracic conditions +
Selected conditions involving the chest may require specialist assessment and discussion of available treatment approaches.
Hirschsprung disease and anorectal conditions +
These conditions affect bowel function or the development of the anus and rectum. Diagnosis and treatment planning require an individual specialist assessment.
Your next steps
A clearer path, step by step.
Start with a consultation to understand your child's needs and the available options.
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Request a visit
Contact the preferred hospital clinic to enquire about an appointment.
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Discuss the concern
Share your child's symptoms, medical history and any previous test results.
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Review options
Discuss possible next steps, benefits, risks and follow-up care with the doctor.
Appointments
Have a question about your child's care?
Contact the hospital clinic to enquire about availability. For emergencies, please go to the nearest emergency department.
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Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur+603 2296 0419
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Assunta Hospital, Petaling Jaya+603 7872 3000
Find the clinic
Two locations in Klang Valley.
Please contact the hospital directly to confirm current clinic hours, appointment availability and location details before travelling.
⌖Kuala Lumpur
Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur
Room A405, 4th Floor, Block A
8 Jalan Bukit Pantai, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Clinic HoursMon · 9:00 am–5:00 pmTue · 9:00 am–12:00 pmWed · 9:00 am–5:00 pmThu · 9:00 am–1:00 pmFri · 9:00 am–12:00 pmSat · 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Get directions ↗⌖Petaling Jaya
Assunta Hospital
Room 30
Jalan Templer, 46990 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Clinic HoursTue · 2:00 pm–4:00 pmFri · 2:00 pm–4:00 pmHours may change. Please confirm with the hospital.
Get directions ↗*Clinic hours and practice locations are based on publicly available information and may change. Confirm directly with the hospital before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Questions parents often ask.
These general answers are a starting point. Your child's doctor can advise on the specific situation.
What is paediatric surgery? +
Paediatric surgery is a surgical specialty focused on the care of babies, children and adolescents. The exact care offered depends on the condition and the specialist's scope of practice.
What is keyhole surgery? +
Keyhole surgery is another name for laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery. A camera and instruments are inserted through small incisions. It is suitable for some, but not all, procedures.
Will my child need surgery? +
Not every condition requires an operation. The recommendation depends on an examination, relevant investigations and a discussion of the benefits and risks of available options.
How do I make an appointment? +
Contact Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur at +603 2296 0419 or Assunta Hospital at +603 7872 3000 to enquire about appointments with Dr. Nada.
What should I bring to the consultation? +
If available, bring referral letters, relevant test results, imaging reports, a list of medicines and a brief note of your child's symptoms and medical history.
Start with a conversation