PETALING JAYA, June 5 (Bernama) -- Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility), in collaboration with Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD) and Monash University Australia, hosted the Holistic Endometriosis Care Scientific Workshop, a landmark event in advancing women’s health in Malaysia.

Held at THKD, the workshop brought together leading experts from the University of Oxford’s Endometriosis CaRe Centre, Monash University (Malaysia & Australia), and University of Warwick. It focused on addressing the complex management of endometriosis, a chronic condition affecting 1 in 10 Malaysian women. Endometriosis can cause severe pain and impair fertility in women.

Themed “Holistic Endometriosis Care – From Bench to Bedside”, the workshop aimed to enhance awareness, improve diagnostics, and promote multidisciplinary care starting at the primary healthcare level. It also emphasised the strong link between endometriosis and infertility.

In her opening remarks, Ms Lakshmi Menon, CEO of Thomson Fertility, highlighted the organisation’s broader mission in women’s health:

“Empowering primary care providers is key to ensuring women get the right diagnosis early, especially when endometriosis is so closely linked with fertility struggles. Together with our international partners, we aim to transform the future of women’s care in Malaysia.”

The event showcased research and practices to improve diagnosis, pain relief, and long-term care. Topics included:

· Oxford’s clinical models improving outcomes in the UK
· Early diagnosis and the role of GPs in managing chronic pelvic pain
· Updates on the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) guidelines
· Fertility preservation and the impact of untreated endometriosis on reproductive health

Prof. Dr. Prasanna Supramaniam, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Thomson Fertility and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Oxford, said:

“This is the first workshop of its kind in Malaysia, and it’s time we addressed the reality that many women suffer in silence. Pain is not normal, and primary care doctors are our first line of defence. This initiative is part of our long-standing commitment to endometriosis education, awareness, and fertility support.”

Prof. Christian Becker, Lead of the Oxford BSGE Endometriosis Centre, added:

“Endometriosis remains underdiagnosed globally. I’m honoured to share our research and see Thomson Fertility take a leadership role in improving care pathways in this region.”

Adding a Malaysian perspective, Prof. J. Ravichandran, Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Johor Bahru, said:

“Endometriosis is an enigmatic disease. Many women live through cycles of pain, ineffective medication, and repeat surgeries due to delayed or inadequate treatment. There is an urgent need for better data and early intervention strategies to optimise care.”

To further support awareness, Thomson Fertility has launched Endo Care @ Thomson, a monthly initiative offering public education sessions on the first Saturday of every month. These sessions provide expert talks and aim to break the silence around menstrual health, helping more women access timely care.

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