Skin problems can be frustrating, especially when acne keeps returning, eczema refuses to settle or an unusual rash appears out of nowhere. While skincare products may help with everyday concerns, persistent conditions sometimes need more than another trip to the pharmacy.
That’s where a dermatologist comes in. These medical specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails, from common acne and fungal infections to psoriasis, hair loss and suspicious skin growths.
Ko Skin Specialist Centre is based in Klang, Selangor, and forms part of the wider Dr. Ko Skin Specialist network. Founded by dermatologist Dr. Ko Chung Beng, the centre offers medical dermatology alongside aesthetic medicine, laser treatments and skin-related procedures.
Its services cover concerns such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation, skin growths and hair-related problems. The wider clinic network also provides patients with access to branches across multiple Malaysian states, although specialist availability and treatment offerings may differ between locations.
Founder Dr. Ko Chung Beng is listed on Malaysia’s National Specialist Register under internal medicine and dermatology.
Combines medical skin consultations with laser, aesthetic and procedural services.
The wider Dr. Ko network provides options beyond its main centre in Klang.
Patients who want an established skin specialist centre offering both medical dermatology and cosmetic treatments, particularly those who prefer access to a larger clinic network.
Other medical specialties are available within the same hospital if further investigations or referrals are needed.
Central Dermatology Specialist Clinic is located in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, and focuses on medical, surgical, paediatric and cosmetic dermatology.
The clinic manages a wide range of concerns, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, allergies and suspicious skin lesions. It also provides consultations for children’s skin problems and conditions affecting the scalp and nails.
Covers medical, surgical, paediatric and cosmetic skin concerns.
Provides assessment for childhood eczema, birthmarks, infections and other skin conditions.
Includes screening and evaluation of potentially concerning skin lesions.
Ideal For: Adults and families looking for a dedicated dermatology clinic, particularly those managing recurring skin conditions or requiring paediatric skin care.
Peter Ch’ng Clinic Skin & Laser Specialist operates from Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur along Jalan Ampang.
Led by consultant dermatologist Dr. Peter Ch’ng Wee Beng, the clinic combines medical dermatology with laser-based skin treatments. Patients can seek consultations for common dermatological concerns while also discussing suitable procedures for pigmentation, acne scars and other cosmetic skin issues.
Dr. Peter Ch’ng is registered as a dermatology specialist in Malaysia.
Provides a combination of clinical skin assessment and cosmetic laser services.
Located within Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur’s Medical Office Building.
Patients interested in dermatologist-led skin and laser treatments, particularly for acne, pigmentation or concerns requiring both medical and cosmetic assessment.
Ting Skin Specialist Clinic is located along Jalan Imbi in Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang area. Established by Dr. Ting Hoon Chin in 1991, the clinic provides specialist dermatology care for patients with skin-related concerns.
Dr. Ting is a consultant dermatologist registered on Malaysia’s National Specialist Register. His qualifications include a Diploma in Dermatology from the University of London and membership of the Royal College of Physicians in the United Kingdom.
Dr. Ting Hoon Chin is listed on Malaysia’s National Specialist Register under dermatology.
The clinic has operated since 1991
Situated along Jalan Imbi in Bukit Bintang.
Ideal For: Patients seeking consultations with an established dermatologist in central Kuala Lumpur, particularly those requiring medical assessment of persistent skin concerns.
Foong Skin Specialist Clinic, also known as Skin Specialist Foong, is an established dermatology practice in Ipoh, Perak, associated with consultant dermatologist Dr. Henry Foong Boon Bee who has contributed to Malaysian Ministry of Health dermatology clinical practice guideline reviews, including guidelines on the management of atopic eczema.
Located along Jalan Kamaruddin Isa in Taman Fair Park, the clinic provides specialist assessment and care for medical skin conditions. It is an option for patients experiencing persistent or recurring skin problems that may require ongoing treatment.
Dr. Foong is listed on Malaysia’s National Specialist Register under dermatology.
Has participated in national dermatology clinical guideline development and review.
Offers specialist dermatology consultations at an identifiable clinic location in Perak.
Ideal For: Patients in Ipoh and surrounding Perak areas who prefer an established dermatologist-led clinic for medical skin conditions and longer-term follow-up.
Penang Adventist Hospital is a private hospital in George Town with a history dating back to 1924. Its dermatology service provides medical and surgical skin care for adults and children.
The hospital lists three dermatology consultants: Dr. Tu Poh Koon, Dr. Loo Yin Pin and Dr. Khoo Siew Swan. Its services include treatment for eczema, psoriasis, acne, allergies and skin infections, alongside skin biopsies, patch testing, cryotherapy and selected laser procedures.
Three dermatologists are listed on the hospital’s official specialist directory.
Services include allergy investigations, skin biopsies, minor procedures and treatment of inflammatory skin conditions.
Penang Adventist Hospital’s history dates back to 1924.
Ideal For: Patients in Penang who prefer private hospital-based dermatology care, particularly those requiring diagnostic tests, minor skin procedures or specialist consultations for ongoing conditions.
Island Hospital is an established private hospital in George Town, Penang, offering dermatology alongside a wide range of other medical specialties.
Its dermatology service covers conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails, including itchy or pigmented skin, inflammatory conditions and more complex dermatological concerns. The hospital also describes specialist care for less common conditions involving oral and genital mucous membranes, as well as sexually transmitted infections.
Services extend to skin, hair, nail and selected mucous membrane conditions.
The hospital highlights assessment of less common dermatological conditions.
Other medical specialties are available within the same hospital if further investigations or referrals are needed.
Ideal For: Patients seeking hospital-based dermatology services in Penang, particularly those experiencing unusual, persistent or complex skin conditions.
Sunway Medical Centre Ipoh is a private specialist hospital in Perak offering dermatology consultations for conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails. Its dermatology department lists Dr. Leong Wei Cheng, whose qualifications include an Advanced Master in Dermatology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
The hospital offers dermatology services covering concerns such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer, with medical treatments, procedures and cosmetic dermatology options considered according to individual needs.
The hospital publicly identifies its dermatologist and relevant specialist qualifications.
Covers common inflammatory skin conditions, skin cancer concerns and appropriate dermatological procedures.
Patients can access dermatology consultations within a larger hospital offering diagnostic and other specialist services.
Ideal For: Patients in Ipoh and surrounding Perak areas who prefer a modern private hospital setting for dermatology consultations and access to other medical specialties when required.
Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) operates one of Malaysia’s longest-established public hospital dermatology departments, with its dermatology clinic dating back to 1969. The department provides services in general dermatology, phototherapy, contact dermatitis and allergies, dermatological surgery, paediatric dermatology, skin cancer and infectious skin diseases.
As a government hospital, HKL offers a public-sector route to specialist dermatology care. Access generally follows government hospital referral and appointment procedures rather than the direct-booking model commonly used by private clinics.
One of Malaysia’s longest-running public dermatology departments.
Includes paediatric dermatology, skin cancer assessment, allergy-related conditions and phototherapy.
Provides specialist skin services through the government healthcare system, subject to referral requirements and applicable fees.
Ideal For: Patients seeking public hospital dermatology services, particularly those with chronic, complex or recurring skin conditions requiring specialist assessment.
Hospital Sultan Ismail is a government hospital in Johor Bahru with a dedicated dermatology department established in 2008.
The department provides diagnostic and treatment services for skin diseases, sexually transmitted infections and selected infectious conditions. Its facilities support dermatological procedures, including skin biopsies, cryotherapy, patch testing, phototherapy and minor skin surgery. Unlike many private clinics, its published dermatology policy specifies that patients must obtain a medical referral and arrange an appointment before attending.
Provides outpatient dermatology consultations and procedure-based care.
Offers patch testing, phototherapy, skin biopsies and treatment for selected skin lesions.
Accepts referred cases through recognised healthcare referral channels.
Ideal For: Patients in Johor seeking government hospital dermatology care, especially those with chronic skin diseases or conditions requiring more specialised investigation.
A dermatologist is a registered medical specialist trained to diagnose and treat skin, hair and nail diseases. A general practitioner or aesthetic doctor may also treat certain skin concerns, but does not necessarily hold specialist qualifications in dermatology. You can verify a doctor’s recognised specialist status through Malaysia’s National Specialist Register.
Consultation fees vary by clinic, hospital and dermatologist. Private specialist consultations generally cost more than subsidised government hospital visits, and additional charges may apply for medication, tests, biopsies or procedures. Request a fee estimate before booking.
Private dermatology clinics generally accept direct appointments, although individual policies vary. Government hospital dermatology departments typically require a referral from a government or private medical practitioner before scheduling a specialist consultation.
Yes. Dermatologists can assess acne scars, pigmentation and other skin concerns before recommending suitable treatments. Depending on the condition, options may include prescription skincare, chemical peels, lasers or other procedures. Not every treatment is suitable for every skin type.
Consider seeing a dermatologist when eczema or psoriasis is persistent, widespread, painful, frequently recurring or not responding to initial treatment. Specialist care may also be necessary when symptoms affect sleep, everyday activities or sensitive areas of the body.
Look for a doctor registered with the Malaysian Medical Council and, for specialist dermatology care, listed on the National Specialist Register. You should also check the clinic’s services, physical location, recent patient feedback, consultation fees and whether it treats your specific condition. Google reviews can provide useful service-related feedback, but they do not independently establish a doctor’s clinical competence.