Frequently Asked Questions
 
     
1.   Is this hospital a private hospital or a government hospital?
  This is a private not-for-profit charity hospital.
 
2.   How can I get to Hospital Lam Wah Ee?
 

Coming from Penang Bridge to Penang Island; please look out for the signboards.
1) from the Penang Bridge going to Georgetown
2) "Tesco" on your left and do not turn until
3) At the signboard (Batu Ferringhi) go straight and enter the "Udini underpass and
4) come out into Green Lane
5) Pass the 3rd traffic lights and go up the Autopont (fly-over)
6) Hospital Lam Wah Ee is on the right side.
Please click <Our Map>

 
3.   What are the facilities available in this hospital?
  Please click <Our Facilities & Services>
 
4.   What are the disciplines available in this hospital?
  Please click <Specialties>.
 
5.   When are the visiting hours?
 
Visiting hours:
Mondays - Saturdays 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sundays & Public Holidays 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
 
6.   Generally, what are the consultation hours in the clinics?
 
Consultation hours:
Mondays - Fridays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Saturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sundays & Public Holidays Closed
 
7.   How do I find out whether the doctors are available for consultation on that day?
  Please call up to check. Tel: 604 - 657 1888 / 604 - 652 8888
 
8.   What time shall I register for morning or afternoon consultation?
 
Morning registration starts at 7:00 am.
Afternoon registration starts at 1:00 pm
 
9.   Where can I register myself in this hospital?
  You may register at the Main Reception Counter on the ground floor for clinics on the ground floor. For clinics on the first floor, registration for follow-ups, the reception counter on the first floor starts at 8.30am. All new patients will register at the ground floor.
 
10.   Is there any night clinic available in this hospital?
 

There is a Paediatric Night Clinic which operates
Mondays - Fridays........... ....7:00 pm - 9:00 pm &
Sundays ............................ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
There is also an Obstetric Ante Natal Clinic that operates
Tuesdays............................ 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm.

 
11.   When are the doctors' operating days?
 
Chin Chean Kok Wednesday
Mr. Eng Ji Bah Monday (am), Wednesday (am) & Friday (am)
Dr. Gopalan Nair Wednesday (am)
Mr. Khaw Kar Teng Wednesday & Saturday
Dr. Koay Aun Na Monday
Dr. Lau Soon Yen Wednesday
Mr. Leong Wing Seng Monday (pm) & Thursday (pm)
Mr. Liong Men Long Tuesday & Friday
Mr. Loke Tien Hsi Tuesday (pm)
Mr. Loke Wooi Pin Friday
Dr. Neil Solomons Thursday (pm)
Mr. Ng Chee Eng Thursday (am)
Dr. Ng Hee Hua Tuesday (am) & Friday (am)
Dr. Ng Peng Wah Tuesday & Friday
Mr. Osman Yahya Tuesday
Dr. Quah Thong Sai Monday & Thursday
Dr. S. Shankar Wednesday & Saturday
Mr. Tan Boon Hoo Monday (am) & Thursday
Dr. Tan Hui Boon Tuesday & Thursday (am)
Mr. Tang Weng Chong Tuesday
Dr. Wong Sian Chee Wednesday (am / whole day) & Friday
Dato' Dr. Yip Kok Thye Monday & Thursday
 
12.   When is the discharge time?
  Discharge time: 11:00 am
 
13.   Does this hospital accept emergency cases?
  Yes, our Accident & Emergency Department is opened 24 hours.
 
14.   Does this hospital provide ambulance service?
  Yes. For ambulance service please call 604 - 652 8686
 
15.   What are the medical packages available in this hospital?
  Please click <Maternity Package>, <Health Screening Package>, <ESWL Package> & <Cataract Package>.
 
16.   Is there any cafeteria in this hospital?
  Yes.
Cafeteria hours: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
(The food served are pork free)
 
17.   Where can I get newspapers, magazines, toys or confectionery?
  A small convenience store is available. Additionally, there is a health food store. Both are located on the ground floor.
 
18.   Where can I perform my prayers?
  A prayer room (surau) is provided on the ground floor.
 
19.   How often are the Public Health Talks?
  They are held on 2-monthly basis on Saturdays at 3:00 pm at the Resource Centre.
Please click <Public Talks> for more information.
 
20.   What are the room amenities in this hospital?
  Please click <Ward Accommodation>.
 
21.   How much deposit shall I pay?
  Please click <here>.
 
22.   Where can I get my medical report?
  To obtain your medical report, please proceed to the Corporate Billing Office on the 3rd floor.
 
23.   How is the billing system provided in this hospital?
  We provide decentralized billing system with one-stop centre where settlement of bills and collection of medication are on the same floor.
 
24.   Does this hospital provide 24 hour billing or payment?
  Yes.
During office hours At respective ward cashiers counter
From 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm At ground floor dispensary
24 hours At Pharmacy
 
25.   Where can I find assistance for corporate billings and insurance claims?
  For corporate billings and insurance claims, please proceed to the Corporate Billing Office on the 3rd floor.
 
26.   Does this hospital accept Health Card?
  Yes. All terms and conditions apply and subject to approval only.
 
27.   Does this hospital accept foreign currency?
  This hospital accepts Indonesian Rupiah, Singapore Dollar, Sterling Pound, Thai Baht and US Dollar.
 
28.   Where shall I certify bills and official receipts?
  For certification of bills and official receipts, please proceed to the Finance Department on the 2nd floor.
 
29.   Where can I donate funds for this hospital?
  Donations can be made at the Finance Department on the 2nd floor during office hours and at the Main Reception Counter after office hours. Cash donations are accepted. Cheque donations are to be made payable to "Hospital Lam Wah Ee".
 
30.   Is the donation tax exempted?
  All donations are tax exempted.