Patients from Sarawak
PATIENTS FROM ACROSS SARAWAK
Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman is a Sarawak ENT surgeon, originally from Kuching, now practising at Kemena Pacific Hospital in Bintulu, in the heart of the state.
Introduction
Bintulu sits in central Sarawak on the Pan Borneo Highway, about 200 km from Miri, 216 km from Sibu and 610 km from Kuching. Patients travel in for nose and sinus problems, ear and hearing care, tonsil and snoring assessments, and ENT cancer screening. You can send your reports on WhatsApp first, and the clinic will tell you whether a visit is needed and how long to plan for.
By town
From Miri
About 3 to 4 hours by road on the Pan Borneo Highway, or a short flight from Miri Airport to Bintulu. If only a consultation is needed, most patients can return the same day.
From Sibu
About 3 to 4 hours by road. Book a morning slot so you can travel home the same day if no procedure is needed.
From Kuching
About 1 hour by flight from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport, a short drive from the hospital. Plan for an overnight stay if tests or a procedure may be needed. Dr Yasmin is originally from Kuching and worked as an ENT specialist there from 2018 to 2022.
From Mukah, Tatau, Sebauh, Selangau and Belaga
The hospital serves these surrounding districts of central Sarawak. WhatsApp the clinic with your town and symptoms and the team will help you plan.
From Kapit, Niah, Limbang and other towns
All patients are welcome. Send your reports ahead so you only travel when needed.
Planning your trip
- WhatsApp the clinic with your symptoms, town and any reports or scan results.
- The clinic advises whether a visit is needed and how many days to plan.
- Book your appointment and travel. Bring your IC, reports, scan discs and a list of medicines.
- Before you travel home, ask the clinic how your follow up visits will be arranged.
FAQs
Is there an ENT specialist in Bintulu?
Yes. Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman is a consultant ENT surgeon at Kemena Pacific Hospital, Bintulu.
Can I see an ENT specialist in Bintulu if I live in Miri?
Yes. Bintulu is about 3 to 4 hours from Miri by road, or a short flight.
Does Dr Yasmin speak Iban or Melanau?
She speaks English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia fluently, with basic Iban and Melanau.