SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
8.00 - 8.25 am
CLINICAL
EARLY CAREER DEVELOPMENT
LABORATORY
NURSING AND PHARMACY
7.00 - 8.00 am
Registration
EDUCATION SESSION 1
Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
Decoding AML: Bridging Genomics and Clinical Practice
Moderator: Dr Ong Tee Chuan
Interpreting the Trephine:
Post-Therapy and Diagnostic Challenges
Moderator: Dr Thatcheiany Kumariah
Nursing and Pharmacy
Education Session 1
8.00 - 8.25 am
Targeting the Genome: Precision Medicine Approaches in AML
Dr Haris Fadzillah
Benign and Reactive Histological Changes in BMT
Prof Dr Noraidah Masir
Safe Chemotherapy Management: Defining Nursing and Pharmacist Roles from Verification to Delivery
Miss Teh Hui Han
8.25 - 8.50 am
From ‘7+3’ to Smart Drugs: The Therapeutic Revolution in AML
Dr Ng Soo Chin
Bone Marrow Trephine Biopsy Assessment After Chemotherapy
Prof Dr Noraidah Masir
Overview of Haematological Malignancies: A Nursing Perspective
Puan Azizan binti Mohd Isa
8.50 - 9.15 am
Minimal Residual Disease and AML Transplantation: The MRD-Guided Era
Prof Koh Liang Piu
Diagnostic challenges in Large B cell lymphoma
Prof Dr Noraidah Masir
Preventing Deconditioning and Promoting Functional Recovery in Haematology Patients: Practical Strategies for Nurses
Dr Tan Jin Hui
9.15 - 9.30 am
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
9.30 - 10.00 am
Industry Showcase / Poster walk
10.00 - 10.30 am
Opening Ceremony
10.30 - 11.15 am
Plenary Lecture
EDUCATION SESSION 2
Lymphoma
Modern Management of Hodgkin Lymphoma: Balancing Cure, Toxicity, and Quality of Life
Moderator: Dr Tan Sen Mui
Haemostasis and Thrombosis
From Bleeding to Clotting: Clinical Challenges in Haemostasis and Thrombosis
Moderator: Dr Cheong Chin Sum
Advances in Flow Cytometry
MRD Assessment in B-ALL
Moderator: Dr Nabeelah Binti Abdul Khalid
Nursing and Pharmacy
Education Session 2
11.15 - 11.40 am
11.40 - 12.05 pm
12.05 - 12.30 pm
12.30 - 12.45 pm
Epidemiology of Hodgkin Lymphoma: Global Patterns, Local Realities
Prof Gan Gin Gin
Optimising Frontline Therapy in Hodgkin Lymphoma: Balancing Efficacy and Late Effects
Dr Michelle Poon
Managing Relapsed Hodgkin Lymphoma: Integrating Transplantation and Immunotherapy
TBC
Panel Discussion
How I Treat Bleeding Disorders: From Laboratory Evaluation to Bedside Management
Dr Veena Selvaratnam
How I Treat Venous Thromboembolism: The Nuances of Clinical Management
Dr Andy Tang
How I Treat Thrombocytopenia: From First Platelet Count to Targeted Therapy
Dr Aini Syakirah
Panel Discussion
Current Practice of BCP-ALL MRD in Flow Cytometry and Next Generation Flow
Dr Amitav Mohanty
BCP-ALL MRD: Case Studies Discussion
Dr Amitav Mohanty
Panel Discussion
Weight-Adjusted Chemotherapy Dosing in Haematology: Is Ideal Body Weight the Preferred Metric?
Miss Lee Yi Jing
Nursing Challenges in Chemotherapy Administration for Haematology Patients
Puan Azizan binti Mohd Isa
Symptom Control and Goal-Concordant Care for Critically Ill Patients with Relapsed or Refractory Haematologic Malignancies
Dr Look Mei Ling
Panel Discussion
12.45 - 1.45 pm
Lunch Symposium 1 (Exclusive to Platinum Sponsors)
1.45 - 2.30 pm
Friday Prayers
EDUCATION SESSION 3
Plasma Cell Disorders
Myeloma: Is a Cure on the Horizon?
Moderator: Prof Bee Ping Chong
Oral Presentations
Chairperson: Dr Christopher Liam
When Genetic Disorders Collide: Understanding Co-Inheritance and Its Impact
Moderator: Dr Nani Shahida binti Sehat
Nursing and Pharmacy
Education Session 3
2.30 - 2.55 pm
2.55 - 3.20 pm
3.20 - 3.30 pm
Triplets, Quadruplets, and Beyond: Optimizing Frontline Myeloma Therapy
Dr Jay Suriar
Toward Functional Cure: Emerging Therapies in Relapsed and Refractory Myeloma
TBC
Panel Discussion
Laboratory Oral Presentations
When Genes Collide: Co‑Inheritance of SAO and Thalassemia—Does It Really Matter?
Dr Hafizah Hashim
Co-inheritance of Alpha and Beta Thalassemia
Dr Hafizah Hashim
Panel Discussion
Optimising Patient Readiness for Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation:
A Nursing Perspective
KJ Norhafizah binti Razali
Comprehensive Nursing Care Following Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
Miss Jedidah Lieow Leng Meng
Panel Discussion
3.30 - 3.45 pm
Industry Showcase / Poster Walk
3.45 - 4.30 pm
Tea Break Symposium 1 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
Tea Break Symposium 2 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
4.30 - 5.30 pm
Advancing Clinical Haematology in Malaysia: Best Practices and Innovations
6.30 - 9.30 pm
Faculty Dinner (By Invitation Only)
2.00pm - 2.30pm
CLINICAL
EARLY CAREER DEVELOPMENT
LABORATORY
NURSING AND PHARMACY
7.30 - 8.30 am
Registration
Expert Roundtable (By Invitation Only)
EDUCATION SESSION 4
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia
How to treat AYA ALL?
Moderator: Dr Toh See Guan
Comprehensive Haemato-Oncology Care
Navigating Complications Across the Chemo–Transplant Continuum
Moderator: Dr Lily Wong
Advances in Molecular Testing
Diagnostics and Monitoring of Myeloid Disorders
Moderator: Dr Siti Fatimah binti Mohamed Kamaruzzaman
Nursing and Pharmacy
Education Session 4
8.30 - 8.55 am
AYA Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia:
Bridging Pediatric and Adult Protocols
Prof Allen Yeoh
How I manage post-transplant patients: Monitoring, Complications, and Long-Term Care
Dr Sharifah Shahnaz
Pathology in Malaysia: Current Challenges, Future Directions, and Strategic Development
Dr Raudhawati Osman
Best Nursing Practices in CLABSI Prevention in Haematology Units
Matron Khairun Nisak binti Sairan
8.55 - 9.20 am
AYA ALL: Is Transplant Still the Gold Standard?
Prof S. Fadilah binti S. Abdul Wahid
How I Support Patients After Chemotherapy Toxicity Management, Monitoring, and Survivorship Care
Dr Tan Sui Keat
BCR::ABL1 Monitoring in Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia
Dr Siti Shahrum Muhamed Said
The First Hour Matters: Nursing Response to Suspected Neutropenic Sepsis
Dr Chang Chee Yik
9.20 - 09.45 am
High-Risk AYA ALL: Contemporary Challenges and Evolving Solutions
Dr Ng Chin Hin
How I Treat Infections in Haematology Patients: Practical Strategies for Clinicians
Dr Khaiteri Raghunathan
NGS in Myeloid Disorders
Dr Yuslina Matt Yusoff
Beyond Clinical Care: Counselling Essentials for Haemato-Oncology Nurses
Matron Chui Siew Queen
9.45 - 10.00 am
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
10.00 - 10.45 am
Tea Break Symposium 3 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
Tea Break Symposium 4 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
EDUCATION SESSION 5
Indolent Lymphoma
Current Practice and Future Directions
Moderator: Prof Azlan bin Husin
Oral Presentations
Chairperson: Dr Boo Yang Liang
The Difficult Lymphomas
Practical Strategies in Trephine Biopsy Diagnosis
Moderator: Dr Syirah Nazirah binti Mohd Tajuddin
Lines that Save Lives:
Mastering Central Line Care in Haematology
10.45 - 11.10 am
11.10 - 11.35 am
11.35 - 12.00 pm
12.00 - 12.15 pm
Marginal Zone Lymphoma: Understanding the Biology of MZL – From Splenic to Extranodal Subtypes
Dr Leong Tze Shin
Advancements in Treatment of R/R Follicular Lymphoma
Dr Jerome Tan
Frontline Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia in 2026: Chemoimmunotherapy or BTK inhibitors?
Prof Ja Min Byun
Panel Discussion
Clinical and Laboratory
T-Cell Lymphoma and Mimickers in Trephine Biopsy
Prof Tan Soo Yong
Diagnostic Challenges of B-Cell and Hodgkin Lymphoma in Trephine Biopsy
Prof Tan Soo Yong
Panel Discussion
Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) Care: PICC Lines and Chemoports
Practical Skills Masterclass:
Station 1: PICC line care
Station 2: Chemoport care
Panel Discussion
12.15 - 1.00 pm
John Bosco Lecture
1.00 - 2.00 pm
Lunch Symposium 2 (Exclusive to Platinum Sponsors)
EDUCATION SESSION 6
Marrow Failure Syndromes
Moderator: Dato’ Dr Vijaya Shankar
Anaemia
Practical Management in Adults
Moderator: Dato’ Dr Goh Ai Sim
Transfusion Medicine
Precision Approaches to Alloimmunised Patients
Moderator: Dr Noraini Binti Amir
Nursing and Pharmacy
Education Session 5
2.00 - 2.25 pm
Acquired Aplastic Anemia Frontline Treatment Optimization: IST + Eltrombopag and Beyond
Dr Chew Lee Ping
How I Treat Haemolytic Anaemia: A Practical, Case-Based Approach
Dr Yong Kar Ying
Red Cell Alloantibodies in Pregnancy: Clinical Challenges and Management
Dr Mohd Redzuan bin Abdullah
Unmet Needs in Malaysian Haemophilia Care: Transition from Paediatric to Adult Services
Puan Wan Alia Amalina Binti Adenan
2.25 - 2.50 pm
Advances in Haploidentical HSCT for Aplastic Anaemia
A/Prof Dr Linn Yeh Ching
How I Treat Iron Deficiency Anaemia: To Transfuse or Not Transfuse?
Dr Ahlam Naila Kori
Management of the Multiply Alloimmunised Patient: From Transfusion Strategy to Clinical Intervention
Dr Afif Bin Alam Faizli
Nursing Coordination in Multidisciplinary
Thalassaemia Care
Matron Chui Siew Queen
2.50 - 3.15 pm
Unmasking Hidden Hereditary Marrow Failure: Clinical Clues Across the Age Spectrum
Prof Hany Ariffin
How I Manage Thalassemia: Comprehensive Management and Future Directions
Dr Liew Hong Keng
Rethinking Blood Use: The Way Forward in Patient Blood Management
Dr Jameela Sathar
Safe Blood Transfusion: The Nurse’s Role
from Bank to Bedside
Dr Nuraini Binti Sham
3.15 - 3.30 pm
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
3.30 - 3.45 pm
Industry Showcase / Poster Walk
3.45 - 4.30 pm
Tea Break Symposium 5 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
Tea Break Symposium 6 (Exclusive to Gold Sponsors)
4.30 - 5.00 pm
Prize Giving and Closing Ceremony