Nurturing Doctors, Building Leaders
MMA Junior Doctors’ Network (JDN)
About Us
The Junior Doctors Network (JDN) Malaysia is a platform under the Malaysia Medical Association Section Concerning House Officer, Medical Officer, and Specialists (SCHOMOS) dedicated to empowering Malaysians junior doctors.
We represent their voices, advocate for safe and fair working conditions, and provide opportunities for growth through mentorship, education, and collaboration. Guided by our vision to nurture compassionate clinicians and future leaders, JDN serves as a supportive community where junior doctors can thrive personally and professionally while contributing to a stronger healthcare system for Malaysia.
Our Story
Since 1971, the Section Concerning House Officers, Medical Officers, and Specialists (SCHOMOS) within the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has been the main body representing and supporting junior doctors in Malaysia.
Building on this legacy, the Malaysian Chapter of the Junior Doctors Network (JDN) was formed in 2016 under SCHOMOS. One of its earliest milestones was the 2018 Penang Declaration Against Workplace Bullying and Harassment, a stand against mistreatment in the workplace.
Since 2022, JDN was further recognised at the MMA Annual General Meeting, with constitutional amendments securing its place as an important bloc within the Association. A guaranteed seat was established for an MMA-JDN representative in the National Working Committee (NWC) of SCHOMOS.
Looking ahead, similar reforms are planned to extend this representation into the MMA’s Private Practitioners’ Section (PPS)—ensuring junior doctors across all sectors have a stronger voice in shaping the future of healthcare.
Source: Goh ZNL, Selvaratnam S, SCoRe Investigators. Making the case for the Malaysian Medical Association-Junior Doctors Network (MMA-JDN): A report and memorandum of the 2022 MMA-JDN International Conference. Med J Malaysia. 2023;78(1):124-125.
Our Vision
To create a supportive and empowering environment where junior doctors in Malaysia thrive as compassionate clinicians, strong advocates, and future leaders in healthcare.
Mission
- To represent the collective voice of junior doctors in Malaysia.
- To advocate for safe working environments, fair remuneration, and opportunities for career progression.
- To provide mentorship, education, and peer support for personal and professional development.
- To foster national and international collaboration in advancing healthcare and medical leadership.
Objectives
- Advocacy – Championing the welfare, rights, and career development of junior doctors.
- Education & Growth – Organizing webinars, workshops, and forums to enhance knowledge, skills, and resilience.
- Networking & Collaboration – Connecting junior doctors locally and internationally to exchange ideas and build solidarity.
- Leadership Development – Equipping junior doctors with the tools and opportunities to become tomorrow’s healthcare leaders.
- Wellbeing – Promoting mental health support, work-life balance, and a safe culture in medical practice.
What Our 2024/2025 Committees Say...
Dr Loke Xi-Mun
Chair, MMA-JDN
Two terms with JDN has been nothing short of inspiring. We’ve seen junior doctors step up, speak out, and support each other through challenges big and small. From policy wins to everyday encouragement, it’s clear—we are stronger together.
JDN isn’t just a platform, it’s a community built by junior doctors, for junior doctors. And as long as we keep moving forward side by side, the future looks brighter for all of us.
Dr Geoffrey
MO Medical, SGH, Kuching.
What a year it has been as Membership Chief of
MMA SCHOMOS JDN!
We’ve had an exciting year filled with engaging activities for junior doctors—and most importantly, we’ve seen real progress. More contract doctors are being absorbed, and with the recent abolishment of the contract MO system, we’ve taken a huge step forward. The amendment to the Medical Act is another game changer, opening new pathways for junior doctors to pursue specialisation.
Of course, challenges remain—brain drain, on-call allowance, and permanent placements are still on our agenda. But this platform is proof that when junior doctors unite, our voices are heard.
Together, we are stronger. Come join us, and let’s keep making a difference!
Dr Lianne
Medical Officer
‘If you want change, you need to be the change’ has always guided me. JDN gave me the chance to turn that belief into action — standing with fellow junior doctors, learning from one another, and finding strength in our shared struggles. The friendships and solidarity we’ve built remind me that none of us are ever alone in this journey
Dr Arugan
Junior GP
JDN is making strides in connecting junior doctors’ voices to the right organizations and authorities-
Dr Renuka
Junior GP
MASEAN 2024 in Penang was such a meaningful experience! I had the chance to meet and learn from fellow junior doctors from across ASEAN.
Dr Amer
Public Health
Honing leadership and public speaking skills in JDN has allowed me to amplify not just my own ideas, but also the collective voice of junior doctors.
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