Dr. Siti Aisah A Rahman/ Klinik Veterinar Family & Surgeri/ Malaysia

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Veterinarian Spotlight #15:

 

 

Dr. Siti Aisah A Rahman

We are excited to introduce Dr. Siti as our featured veterinarian for this issue. Dr. Siti, earned her DVM from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) in 2014 and has since specialized in feline and cardiopulmonary medicine. As the Founder of FAMILY VICTORY, which operates two clinics including the top-ranked Klinik Veterinar Family & Surgeri in Southern Malaysia, she is widely recognized as a passionate advocate for ultrasound, feline cardiopulmonary care and feline critical care. She continues to advance her cardiology expertise through ESAVS, while actively training veterinary teams across the country.

 

Bio:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) / 2014
  • Founder, FAMILY VICTORY — two veterinary branches, including Klinik Veterinar Family & Surgeri (Pusat Kesihatan Kucing Melaka) — Recognized among the Top 3 feline clinics in Southern Malaysia
  • Ongoing training in Cardiology, European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies (ESAVS)

 

 

Q1 :  How would you introduce yourself in 3 words

Resilient, Dedication, Courage

 

Q2 : At what age, did you decide to become a vet?

19 years old

What inspired me to become a veterinarian at the age of 19 was my mother. Since childhood, I have always loved animals, regardless companion animals or insects. (laughing) .Guess what, when I was just 10 years old, I once kept a bat that I caught in my room, then scolded by my father. My mom was the one who recognized the potential in me. She once brought me to meet a relative working as a researcher in agriculture, and it was then suggested that veterinary medicine would be a meaningful career path. As someone I respected the most, my mother’s guidance became my compass. I followed her choice, pursued vet school, and eventually discovered my true passion in feline cardiopulmonary medicine until now.

 

 

Q3 : What do you like the most for being a vet?

What I love most about being a vet is the challenge of every case, it feels like solving a puzzle. Each patient comes with unique signs and clues, and I enjoy the process of investigation, piecing everything together until we reach the right diagnosis. That journey of problem-solving, especially when it leads to helping an animal recover, is what keeps me passionate in this field.

 

Q4 : One sentence that describes your value as a vet.

My value as a veterinarian is in treating every case as if it were my own cat with compassion, persistence, and the determination to find answers.

 

 

Q5 : Can you share one memorable moment in your career as a vet?

One of the most memorable moments in my career was when a critically ill cat came in with vague symptoms, and through ultrasound and systematic investigation we discovered an underlying cardiac issue. The owner placed complete trust in me to decide what was best for her furbaby. I gave my 200% effort on a case I thought might not survive but the cat pulled through and is still alive until today. At that moment of realizing this case was truly a survivor, both the owner and I cried together. That experience will always remind me why I love the challenge and purpose of being a vet.

 

Q6 : What is your expertise (pursuing focus)?

Feline Cardiopulmonary & Feline Emergency & Critical Care

 


Q7 : What do you like the most about CardioBird?

What I like the most about Cardiobird is that it’s simple, fast, and gives us the first look at a cat’s heart condition before proceeding with riskier procedures, especially before surgery.

 

 

 


Q8: Surely you have a dream. What do you hope to accomplish through your career or in life?

My dream is to build a legacy in feline medicine, not only by treating patients, but also by empowering veterinary teams across Malaysia with knowledge in cardiology and critical care. Ultimately, I aspire to establish a dedicated cat hospital that sets a new benchmark for feline healthcare in Malaysia.

In another view, i also want live a life of meaning through my profession, to touch the lives of cats and their owners, to give hope in difficult cases, and to inspire young veterinarians to never stop learning. For me, it’s not just about medicine, but about building trust, compassion, and a legacy that outlives me.