Dr. Premitha Damodaran, based in Kuala Lumpur, is an advocate for menopausal health. As the President of the College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology under the Academy of Medicine Malaysia, and Chair of the Menopause and Midlife Women’s Health Committee within the Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society of Malaysia, she plays a pivotal role in advancing women’s health in Malaysia. Recently appointed to the Board of Trustees of the International Menopause Society, she hopes to bring global insights into her work.
In 2022, she led the development of Malaysia’s clinical practice guidelines for menopause management, followed by a nationwide educational initiative for healthcare professionals. With over 30 years of experience as a gynecologist specializing in women’s health, Dr. Damodaran passionately champions the importance of menopause awareness, believing that every woman deserves an open conversation about this crucial life stage.
