To Heal the Sick: The Story of Healthcare and Doctors in Penang

Penang is recognised as a centre of excellence for medical and healthcare service. It is fascinating to know how Penang has achieved this status over the past few decades.

To Heal the Sick: The Story of Healthcare and Doctors in Penang relates the struggle of the people and medical practitioners in Penang to provide basic health service from the late 18th century. Their plight and fight against infectious diseases, namely cholera, smallpox, malaria and plaque, was intriguing. Interesting historical facts were presented in a light, witty manner with a good sense of humour. This book is replete with rare pictures of personalities that shaped the medical history of Penang, as well as many places of cultural and historical importance in Penang.

This book is recommended for all. It is a source for sharing opinions and experiences; it promotes harmony and unity among medical practitioners of Penang.