Shen-Yang Lim, MBBS, MD, FRACP FASc
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
MDS-AOS Chair
It is my pleasure, as MDS-Asian & Oceanian Section Chair, to welcome you to the MDS-Asian & Oceanian Section.
MDS is the premier organization dedicated to disseminating knowledge and understanding about Movement Disorders. Importantly, the Society and its leaders have a global outlook and outreach, and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. My first involvement with the MDS was participating at the MDS International Congress in Kyoto, Japan, in 2006. Since then, I have had the honour and enjoyment to serve in various capacities within the Society, including as the MDS-AOS Education Chair from 2015-17 and MDS-AOS Secretary from 2017-19. Over the years, I have always been struck by how friendly and collegial people are within the Movement fraternity, and how truly fortunate we all are to be able to interact, share experiences, make friends, and collaborate with support from the Society.
The MDS-AOS will continue to provide high-quality and relevant in-person and online education to our constituents within the Society, and beyond. Colleagues in movement disorders and neuroscience, including (and especially) trainees, young neurologists, and allied health specialists are warmly welcome to participate, both as teachers and learners. Additionally, we continue to encourage engagement with the Asian & Oceanian network of national movement disorder societies (MDS Affiliate Member Societies).
During my term, I hope to capitalize on the talents of the AOS Executive and Education Committees, to build upon the successes of existing educational and training programs. We will work together to prioritize opportunities for Movement Disorders research and research collaborations, within and beyond the region. I hope you agree that this is a crucial next step for the AOS family, and I thank you in advance for your support.
If you are a current MDS member, thank you for being a part of this organization! If you are not yet an MDS member, I invite you to join today. There are many membership options available, with several being free. For more information, or to renew your membership, please visit the MDS Membership webpage.
Thank you for your continued interest and engagement in MDS and MDS-AOS activities. I welcome your input and feedback at any time. Please contact MDS-AOS Regional Manager, Emily Santeler at esanteler@movementdisorders.org for my contact information.
With best regards,
Shen-Yang Lim, MBBS, MD, FRACP FASc
The MDS-AOS provides resources for movement disorders professionals working in a variety of roles across Asia and Oceania.
In addition to the many MDS member benefits, all members who live in this region will gain access to innovative programs and opportunities designed to support our local professionals' unique needs.
Discover why some of our prominent members are active in the MDS-AOS:
The mission of MDS-AOS is to represent and promote the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) in Asia and Oceania. Membership of MDS-AOS is open to all members of MDS within the Asian and Oceanian region.
All those with an interest in the field of Movement Disorders, who live within the region, are strongly encouraged to join the Society and thereby participate in the development of this venture. The MDS website lists the various membership categories available.
MDS-AOS aims to facilitate communication between clinicians and researchers in the region; disseminate updated knowledge about Movement Disorders; improve quality of life and independence of movement disorders patients and caregivers; and promote research in Movement Disorders within the region. MDS-AOS is honored to represent the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society in the Asian and Oceanian region.