Dr. Ong Hui Ming

Dr. Ong Hui Ming is a Psychiatrist with subspecialty expertise in Older Adults Mental Health at KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital. She provides comprehensive psychiatric care for elderly patients experiencing mental health, emotional, behavioural, and cognitive disorders associated with ageing. Dr. Ong is committed to delivering evidence-based and patient-centred care through thorough psychiatric assessment, individualized treatment planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration aimed at improving mental wellbeing and quality of life in older adults. Her clinical interests include dementia, depression in the elderly, anxiety disorders, behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, late-life psychiatric conditions, and cognitive disorders. She works closely with families, caregivers, physicians, and allied healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive holistic and compassionate mental healthcare tailored to their unique needs. With specialized international training in Older Adults Mental Health, Dr. Ong emphasizes supportive care, early intervention, and long-term mental health management for ageing populations. Fluent in English, Chinese, and Malay, she communicates effectively with patients and caregivers from diverse backgrounds while providing professional and compassionate psychiatric care. MBBS (Manipal) — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Manipal Academy of Higher Education.