Warm Welcome From the Head of Department (ENT)
It is my honour to welcome you to the upcoming Transborneo ENT Conference 2027, a collaborative gathering of the ENT, audiology, and speech communities from across Borneo — including Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, Labuan, and Kalimantan. This conference represents a meaningful opportunity for us to share knowledge, strengthen professional ties, and advance the standards of care for our patients throughout the region.
As we prepare for this event, we look forward to bringing together experts, practitioners, and trainees in a spirit of learning and partnership. Your participation and support are what will make this conference truly impactful.
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the Transborneo ENT Conference 2027.
Dr Ahmad Nordin
The President of the Group of ORL, Audiologist, and Speech therapist Kota Kinabalu (GOASK)
It gives me great pleasure to extend my warmest greetings as we prepare for the Transborneo ENT Conference 2027. This event marks a significant milestone for the ENT, audiology, and speech communities across the Borneo region — uniting professionals from Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, Labuan, and Kalimantan under one shared mission.
In 2027, we aim to showcase the latest updates in ENT practice, highlight local expertise, and encourage meaningful discussions that can shape the future of our specialty in Borneo. I am confident that through this conference, we will continue to build stronger networks, foster cross-border cooperation, and inspire the next generation of clinicians.
Dr Halimuddin Sawali
Organizing Chairman
It gives me great pleasure to welcome all delegates, speakers, and distinguished guests to the TransBorneo ENT Conference 2027. This year’s theme, “ENT Update Across Borneo,” reflects our shared commitment to advancing ear, nose, and throat healthcare through collaboration, education, and innovation.
This conference brings together ENT specialists, academicians, medical officers, private practitioners, and paramedics from Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan, Brunei, and Kalimantan. For the first time, we unite the ENT community from across Borneo under one platform to exchange knowledge, discuss current practices, and explore new developments in Rhinology, Otology, Pediatric ENT, and Sleep Surgery.
Our goal is not only to showcase the expertise of local and regional leaders but also to encourage meaningful engagement and partnership among practitioners across borders. By sharing our experiences and understanding the unique challenges faced within different healthcare settings, we strengthen our collective ability to deliver high-quality ENT care to the diverse communities we serve.
I extend my deepest appreciation to our speakers, contributors, and organizing committee members whose dedication has made this event possible. I also wish to thank our participants for your enthusiasm and commitment to continuous learning.
I hope that this conference will be a valuable and enriching experience for all, inspiring new ideas, collaborations, and initiatives that will strengthen ENT practice throughout Borneo.
Welcome once again, and I wish you a productive and memorable conference.
Dr Yazid Pol Ong
DAY 1
WEDNESDAY
21st APRIL 2027, Wednesday
Morning: Otology and Cochlear implant surgery
Afternoon: Paediatric ENT
DAY 2
THURSDAY
22nd APRIL 2027, Thursday
Morning: Rhinology, Base of skull surgery
Afternoon: Head & Neck surgery and Laryngology
DAY 3
FRIDAY
23rd APRIL 2027, Friday
Morning: OSA and sleep surgery, Poster presentations
Afternoon: ENT Masterclass (For medical officers)
VISIONS
TRANSBORNEO ENT Conference in 2027 vision is to become the leading regional platform uniting ENT professionals, Audiologist, and Speech therapist across Borneo, driving excellence in clinical practice, education, and collaboration to improve ear, nose, and throat healthcare for all communities in the region.
MISSIONS
To facilitate the sharing of cutting-edge knowledge, clinical updates, and best practices in Rhinology, Otology, Pediatric ENT, and Sleep Surgery.
To strengthen cross-border collaboration among ENT specialists, universities, and healthcare institutions in Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan, Brunei, and Kalimantan.
To support the continuous professional development of ENT practitioners, including medical officers, specialists, private practitioners, and paramedics.
To foster academic exchange, research opportunities, and innovative approaches tailored to the unique ENT challenges of the Borneo region.
To promote the growth of a connected, competent, and resilient ENT community committed to elevating the standard of care across Borneo.
Course Objectives
Scientific & Clinical Objectives
To provide the latest updates in Rhinology, Otology, Pediatric ENT, Sleep Surgery, Audiology and Speech therapy from leading professors and ENT specialists across Borneo.
To enhance clinical knowledge and skills among ENT medical officers, specialists, private practitioners, audiologists, speech therapist, and paramedics through evidence-based presentations.
To highlight emerging technologies, new surgical techniques, and innovations relevant to ENT, Audiology and Speech therapy practice within the region.
To discuss local ENT related disease patterns and regional challenges, including resource limitations and unique epidemiology in Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan, Brunei, and Kalimantan.
Collaboration & Networking Objectives
To foster professional collaboration and networking among ENT practitioners, audiologist and speech therapist across Borneo, strengthening cross-border clinical partnerships.
To promote academic exchange between universities, training centres, and hospitals involved in ENT, Audiology and Speech therapy services.
To encourage future joint research initiatives focusing on ENT, Audiology, and Speech Therapy conditions prevalent in the Borneo region.
Training & Development Objectives
To improve clinical competencies of junior ENT medical officers, Audiologist, Speech therapist, and paramedics through exposure to updated management guidelines and expert insights.
To support continuous medical education (CME) and professional development for all levels of ENT practitioners, Audiologist, Speech therapist, and paramedics.
To inspire leadership, mentorship, and capacity building within the ENT community across Borneo.
Regional & Strategic Objectives
To strengthen regional ENT healthcare development by sharing best practices and identifying areas for improvement.
To enhance public health impact by discussing strategies for early detection, prevention, and community-based ENT care.
To create a sustainable annual/biannual platform for ENT knowledge exchange among Borneo territories.
