Rendang Cooking Program with the Management of HCTM
Bingkisan Kasih Aidilfitri HCTM Programme
The Bingkisan Kasih Aidilfitri HCTM Programme 2026, organised by Director Office, was held on 16 March 2026. The programme aimed to reach out to patients in the wards as a gesture of care and compassion from HCTM in conjunction with the upcoming Syawal 1447H celebration.
A total of 120 care package hampers were presented by YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of HCTM, together with members of the HCTM Management team, to patients receiving treatment in the wards. The selected wards that received the hampers included the Orthopaedic Ward, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ward, Medical Ward, Surgical Ward, and Oncology Ward.
It is hoped that this contribution will bring joy and comfort to patients undergoing treatment at the hospital in anticipation of the Aidilfitri celebration.
Also present at the programme were Prof. Emeritus Dr. Mohamad Abd Razak, Chairman of the Board of Visitors, members of the Board of Visitors, Heads of Departments under the portfolio of the Deputy Director (Diagnostic, Pharmacy and Support Services), as well as the programme secretariat.
Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) Chinese New Year Celebration 2026
The Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) Chinese New Year Celebration 2026 was held on 3 March 2026 at the Gallery ,Chancellor Tuanku Ja’afar Medical Education Complex, HCTM. The programme was organised to honour Chinese staff members in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration observed in February. A total of 44 staff members were recognised with commemorative gifts as a token of appreciation for their dedication, loyalty, and invaluable contributions in ensuring the continued excellence of healthcare services at HCTM. Although modest in scale, the celebration was both meaningful and memorable. The event was attended by YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of HCTM, together with members of the Management Committee, reflecting the spirit of unity, inclusiveness, and harmony among the hospital community.
HCTM Welcomes SIRIM QAS International for MS ISO 9001:2015 Surveillance Audit
Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), today welcomed the SIRIM QAS International Sdn. Bhd. Audit Team to conduct the MS ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Surveillance Audit at HCTM. The three-day audit, which takes place from 25 to 27 February 2026, reflects hospitsl continuous commitment to ensuring that all services provided consistently meet established quality standards, in line with the organisation’s pursuit of excellence and commitment to customer satisfaction.
The opening ceremony was officiated by YBhg. Professor Dr. Hamzaini Abdul Hamid, Deputy Director (Diagnostic, Pharmacy and Support Services), who represented Management, at the Board Meeting Room. This was followed by a briefing on the audit implementation delivered by the SIRIM Audit Team Leader, YBrs. Mr. Muhamad Faizudin bin Md. Lazim. Also present were Heads of Departments, senior officers, and staff members.
The audit serves as an important platform for HCTM to evaluate the effectiveness of its quality management practices while continuously enhancing service delivery standards towards achieving operational excellence and maintaining public confidence.
HCTM Shares Ramadan Blessings Through Date Distribution Programme
Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), through the Corporate Communications Department, organised the Date Fruit Distribution Programme with HCTM Management on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, at 12.45 p.m. at the Main Lobby, Clinical Block, HCTM.
A total of 1,000 packs of dates were distributed to staff and patients as part of the initiative to welcome the blessed month of Ramadan and strengthen the bonds of friendship and unity between Management, staffs, and the public.
The programme was attended and supported by members of the HCTM Management Committee, namely YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of HCTM; YBrs. Associate Professor Dr. Jamari Sapuan, Deputy Director (Surgical Services); YBrs. Dr. Zairul Azwan Azman, Deputy Director (Medical Services); YBhg. Professor Dr. Hamzaini Abdul Hamid, Deputy Director (Diagnostic, Pharmacy and Support Services); YBrs. Mr. Mursidi Ahamad, Deputy Director (Administration); YBrs. Puan Wan Omi Wan Yussop, Head of Finance Department; and YBrs. Puan Masrifah Zakaria, Head of Nursing Services Department.
The initiative reflects HCTM’s continuous commitment to fostering a caring and compassionate environment while strengthening engagement between hospital management, staff, patients, and the wider community.
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Director’s Address: HCTM’s Four Strategic Priorities for 2026
As HCTM embarks on 2026, the Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, outlined four strategic priorities to drive the hospital’s continued pursuit of excellence during his Director’s Address at the HCTM Staff Assembly No. 1/2026, held on 4 February 2026. The key priorities include accelerating digital transformation, strengthening sustainability practices in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reinforcing a culture of integrity, and expanding community engagement initiatives.
In his address, the Director encouraged all staff to move forward with a shared sense of purpose and a clear strategic direction. He emphasised the importance of leveraging digital platforms such as myHCTM and ePesakit@HCTM to enhance service efficiency while embedding sustainable practices and upholding integrity in every aspect of decision-making and service delivery. Together, these four priorities will serve as the foundation for HCTM’s efforts to realise its vision and mission of delivering sustainable, ethical, and high-impact healthcare services to the community.
The Director also expressed his sincere appreciation to all staff for their unwavering dedication and commitment, which have been instrumental in the hospital’s achievements. The assembly also featured several significant highlights, including the launch of ‘Bila ST Bersuara’ Podcast Season 2, the symbolic handover of the Bereavement Room key, the presentation of the UKM Bitara Utama Award certificates, departmental appreciation awards, the launch of the Mortality and Morbidity Book, and the prize presentation ceremony for the HCTM Slogan Creation Competition. With the continued support, commitment, and collaboration of its workforce, HCTM is well positioned to advance further and remain a healthcare institution that inspires pride and confidence among the communities it serves.
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Sunathon 2025 Programme
Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), organised the 21st Sunathon Programme on 20 December 2025 (Saturday) at the Main Lobby of the Clinical Block, HCTM. The programme involved a total of 49 children comprising the children of staff from HCTM, Faculty of Medicine (FPER), Hospital Tunku Ampuan Besar Tuanku Aishah Rohani, the Specialist Children’s Hospital (Hospital TABTAR), as well as children from Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Malaysia. The circus-themed programme was officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of HCTM.
Initiated in 2003, the programme has continued to this day as a meaningful community service tradition. Similar programmes have also been carried out in collaboration with various parties, including government agencies and the local community. Among the strategic partners involved were the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT), as well as several healthcare institutions and non-governmental organisations. In this regard, the HCTM management also expressed its appreciation to RMHC Malaysia for its continuous support of HCTM-organised programmes, which not only ensured the smooth running of the event but also brought joy to the children involved. Among the HCTM responsibility centres involved in making this programme a success were the Director’s Office, Finance Department, Surgery Department, Nursing Services Department, Corporate Communications Department, Multimedia and Broadcasting Department, Medical Assistant Services Unit (U4P), Kuala Lumpur Campus Infrastructure Division (KKL), and the KKL Security Division.
The programme was also attended by YBrs. Associate Professor Dr. Azlan Helmy Abd Samat, Assistant Dean (Entrepreneurship) representing the Dean of FPER, YBhg. Datin Dr. Anita Sulong, Deputy Director (Diagnostics, Pharmacy and Clinical Support) representing the Director of Hospital TABTAR, YBhg. Lt. Col. (PA) Professor Dato’ Dr. Zulkifli Md Zainuddin, Head of the Urology Unit, Department of Surgery, YBrs. Mr. Mursidi Ahamad, Deputy Director (Administration), YBrs. Mrs. Wan Omi Wan Yussop, Head of the Finance Department, YBrs. Mrs. Masrifah Zakaria, Head of the Nursing Services Department, YBrs. Mr. Mohd Nasri Mohd Nordin, General Manager of RMHC Malaysia, senior officers, parents, and the children being celebrated.