Faculty

Datuk Dr Nor Fariza Ngah is the Deputy Director-General of Health (Research and Technical Support) at the Ministry of Health Malaysia. She is a senior consultant ophthalmologist with subspecialty training in medical retina and uveitis from Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, and was formerly the National Head of Ophthalmology Services.

With extensive experience spanning clinical leadership, national health policy, research governance, and innovation, she has led major initiatives in diabetic retinopathy screening, cataract services, digital health, AI-enabled diagnostics, and precision medicine. She is actively involved with WHO and international collaborations, and has authored numerous national guidelines and peer-reviewed publications.

Datuk Dr Nor Fariza is widely recognised for her contributions to health system strengthening, research translation, and inclusive eye-care delivery in Malaysia.