Friendly Visit of the Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, UKM with the Staff

16 Dec 2024 2024, News, News 2024

The Friendly Visit by the Director of HCTM with the Staff took place on December 3, 2024, and December 12, 2024, starting at 9:00 AM. This two-day visit covered all departments/units/centers under the Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM (HCTM).

The main purpose of this program is to strengthen the relationship between the management and its staff. The Director of HCTM also expressed his gratitude for the cooperation that has been given by all staff. He hoped that the staff would continue to maintain their best momentum in every task carried out to make HCTM the best teaching hospital in Malaysia and internationally. As a symbol of appreciation, the Director presented framed Aspirations of HCTM to the departments/units/centres. The Director of HCTM also had the opportunity to present the same framed Aspiration of HCTM to the Security Division, Kuala Lumpur Campus as a token appreciation for their role in ensuring the success of all the Director’s Friendly Visit sessions.

This visit was also attended by YBrs. Associate Prof. Dr. Jamari Sapuan, Deputy Director (Surgical Services), HCTM, YBrs. Dr. Zairul Azwan Mohd Azman, Deputy Director (Medical Services), HCTM, YBhg. Prof. Dr. Hamzaini Abdul Hamid, Deputy Director (Diagnostic, Pharmacy and Support Services), HCTM, YBrs. Encik Mursidi Ahamad, Deputy Director (Administration), HCTM, YBrs. Mrs. Wan Omi Wan Yussop, Head of the Finance Department, and YBrs. Mrs. Masrifah Zakaria, Head of the Nursing Services Department, HCTM and accompanied by Mrs. Sherda Rusland, Head of the Corporate Communications Department and Captain (R) Hamon Rafiz Abd Hamed, Head of Kuala Lumpur Campus Security Division, UKM.

World Heart Day Celebration at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, UKM

13 Dec 2024 2024, News, News 2024

The World Heart Day Celebration at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM (HCTM), organized by the Cardiology Unit of the Department of Medicine HCTM, was held on December 12, 2024, at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall Training Institute. The event was officiated by YBrs. Dr. Zairul Azwan Mohd Azman, Deputy Director (Medical Services), representing the Director of HCTM.

The purpose of this World Heart Day celebration was to raise awareness about healthy living, educate staff on heart health care through healthy activities and diets, as well as to avoid smoking, and to provide exposure regarding heart disease and its impact on the population in Malaysia. The Cardiology Unit, Department of Medicine, in collaboration with the Nursing Services Department, Pharmacy Department, Emergency Medicine Department, Dietetics and Food Services Department, and Physiotherapy Unit, Department of Medical Rehabilitation Services, took the initiative to successfully organize the World Heart Day 2024 celebration at HCTM with the theme ‘Use Heart For Action.’ This year, the event was particularly special as it was held for the first time in collaboration with Kuala Lumpur City Hall.

In his speech, the Deputy Director (Medical Services) quoted a statement from the Director-General of Health, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah (2022), highlighting that 80% of hypertension patients are exposed to serious heart disease complications, and heart disease has remained the leading cause of death among Malaysians for 13 years from 2005 to 2017. Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and unhealthy diet and lifestyle habits also contribute to the increase in heart disease. According to the Malaysia “National Cardiovascular Disease (NCVD) ACS/PCI registry” data, the age of patients suffering from heart attacks is significantly younger compared to other countries (about 10 years younger, with an average age of 58 years). 25% of patients are under 50 years old.

Several activities were carried out, including knowledge sharing and raising awareness about heart health issues. A forum titled ‘Heart Attacks Know No Age’ was held as part of the celebration. In addition, activities such as health screenings, heart health tests (ECG and Echo), health exhibitions, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) demonstrations, and consultations with heart specialists were also organized. The forum discussed the critical importance of heart health and its connection to the professions of Kuala Lumpur City Hall staffs.

Also present at the event were YBrs. Dr. Nor Halizam binti Ismail, Senior Deputy Director of the Environmental Health Division, Kuala Lumpur City Hall, YBrs. Dr. Mohd Shawal Faizal Mohamad, Head of the Cardiology Unit, Department of Medicine HCTM, YBrs. Dr. Beh Boon Cong, Chairman of the HCTM Heart Day Committee, cardiology experts, heads of divisions from Kuala Lumpur City Hall, and invited guests.

Majlis Pelancaran Kemudahan Terkini Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM)

2 Dec 2024 2024, News, News 2024

Majlis Pelancaran Kemudahan Terkini Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) yang berlangsung pada 2 Disember 2024 (Isnin) di Lobi Utama HCTM bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan pelbagai kemudahan baharu yang disediakan oleh hospital ini. Pelancaran ini dirasmikan oleh YBhg. Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Mohamad Abd. Razak, Pengerusi Lembaga Pengarah Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. 

Inisiatif ini adalah sebahagian daripada usaha berterusan HCTM untuk meningkatkan keselesaan pesakit dan memberikan perkhidmatan yang lebih baik kepada masyarakat. Antara kemudahan terkini yang dilancarkan ialah Lobi Kemasukan dan Discaj dan Klinik Virtual.

Turut hadir sama YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Pengarah HCTM, Prof. Madya Dr. Jamari Sapuan, Timbalan Pengarah (Perkhidmatan Surgeri), Dr. Zairul Azwan Mohd Azman, Timbalan Pengarah (Perkhidmatan Perubatan), Encik Mursidi Mursidi Ahamad, Timbalan Pengarah Pentadbiran, Puan Wan Omi Wan Yussop, Ketua Jabatan Kewangan, dan Puan Masrifah Zakaria, Ketua Jabatan Perkhidmatan Kejururawatan.

Launch of Rare Disease Awareness Day 2024

14 Nov 2024 2024, News

The Rare Disease Awareness Day 2024, organized by the Faculty of Medicine UKM and Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, was officiated by YB Dato’ Lukanisman Awang Sauni, Deputy Minister of Health Malaysia, on 14 November 2024, at Auditorium of the Canselor Tuanku Ja’afar Medical Education Complex, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM). This program was organized with the aim to increase the public awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by patients with rare diseases. Themed “Together We Rise: Let’s Unite for Rare Diseases in Malaysia,” the event called for solidarity in providing comprehensive support for patients and their families.

A rare disease is a condition that is rare or unique, typically affecting only a small group of patients, with an estimated prevalence of one patient per 4,000 to 100,000 people. It is estimated that nearly 5,000 to 9,000 patients in Malaysia suffer from a rare disease, with around 600 patients receiving treatment for rare diseases at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz and Hospital Tunku Ampuan Besar Tuanku Aishah Rohani, the UKM Children’s Specialist Hospital.

In his speech, the Deputy Minister of Health Malaysia emphasized the challenges faced by patients, including high treatment costs, a lack of specialists, and social stigma. He also urged all relevant stakeholders to work together in developing specific guidelines to ensure that patients receive holistic and inclusive care.

According to Prof. Datin Norlinah in her public lecture, there are approximately 7,000 known rare diseases worldwide, but in Malaysia, only 502 rare diseases are listed by the Ministry of Health (KKM). She added that 80% of these rare diseases are related to genetic disorders, and most patients do not receive an accurate diagnosis or are diagnosed late.

Also present at the event were YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hanafiah Harunarashid, Pro Vice Chancellor of the Kuala Lumpur Campus of UKM, YBhg. Prof. Datin Dr. Marina Mat Baki, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine UKM, YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of HCTM, YBhg. Prof. Datin Dr. Norlinah Mohamed Ibrahim, Deputy Dean (Postgraduate) of the Faculty of Medicine UKM and Chairperson of the Program Committee, faculty management members from the Faculty of Medicine UKM, senior UKM officers, participants, and staffs.

Post-Stroke Care & Rehabilitation Workshop: Updates, Challenges & Opportunities

6 Nov 2024 News, News 2024

YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), officiated the ‘Post-Stroke Care & Rehabilitation Workshop: Updates, Challenges & Opportunities’ on 6 November 2024, at the Auditorium, Canselor Tuanku Ja’afar Medical Education Complex, HCTM. The workshop aimed to strengthen knowledge and collaboration in the care and rehabilitation of stroke patients, involving expertise from various disciplines.

 In his speech, the Director of HCTM emphasized the importance of teamwork and communication among healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive services. HCTM is also internationally recognized with the ‘Advanced Stroke Centre’ award for its excellent management of stroke patients, skills, and collaboration in delivering high-quality stroke services, as awarded by the World Stroke Organization (WSO).

Also present at the event were YBrs. Prof. Madya Dr. Syahrul Sazliyana Shaharir, Assistant Dean (Clinical Services), representing the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine UKM, YBrs. Dr. Rosyidah Arafat, Director of Nursing & Non-Medical Support Services, Hasanuddin University Hospital, YBhg. Prof. Dr. Hamzaini Abdul Hamid, Deputy Director (Diagnostic Services, Pharmacy, and Clinical Support) HCTM, YBrs. Dr. Nor Shahrina Mohd Zawawi, representative of the Head of the Medical Rehabilitation Services Department, HCTM, and Chairperson of the Workshop Committee, along with department heads, senior officers, participants, and staff.

UKM Occupational Risk, Safety and Health Week (MRKKP) Opening Ceremony

21 Oct 2024 News, News 2024

CHERAS, 21 October 2024 – UKM Occupational Risk, Safety and Health Week (MRKKP) Opening Ceremony organized by the Occupational Risk, Safety and Health Management Center (ROSH-UKM) was held at the Auditorium, Canselor Tuanku Ja’afar Medical Education Complex, this morning.

The ceremony was officiated by YBrs. Ir. Ts. Dr. Majahar Abd Rahman, Deputy Director General (Occupational Health), Department of Occupational Safety and Health Malaysia. In his speech, he hoped that Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia would be able to give full commitment to make occupational health and safety a main agenda in the strategic plan at UKM and empowering the “safe and healthy work culture” especially in the context of the University.

MRKKP which take place from 21 to 25 October 2024 is a collaboration between the Faculty of Medicine, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), Tunku Ampuan Besar Tuanku Aishah Rohani Hospital, UKM Children’s Specialist Hospital and the UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute (UMBI). Themed ‘A Healthy and Safe Work Environment is the Basic Right of Every Employee’ and the slogan ‘Safe Work and Work Safely’, very much coincide with the importance of safety and health in the workplace.

Among the activities are PPE Equipment and Protection Workshop, Healthy Lifestyle Program: Watan Aerobics, Healthy and Balanced Lifestyle Diet Strategy and various other activities open to all staffs. The inauguration Ceremony also launched the UKM Occupational Safety and Health Handbook as well as the UKM Chemical Register and Inventory.

Also present, YBhg. Prof. Ts. Dr. Kadir Arifin, Director of Risk Management, Occupational Safety and Health, represented the Chairman of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee (JKKP) and the Chairman of Risk, Safety and Occupational Health Week, Prof. Associate Dr. Jemaima Che Hamzah, representative of the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, YBhg. Prof. Datuk Dr. Ismail Sagap, Director of Tunku Ampuan Besar Tuanku Aishah Rohani Hospital, Children’s Specialist Hospital, Prof. Associate Dr. Nor Azian Abdul Murad, Director of the Institute of Medical Molecular Biology, Deputy Directors of Risk Management UKM, Occupational Safety and Health, Deputy Directors of HCTM, Heads of Departments, senior officers and staffs.

Inauguration Ceremony of the Community Service Program ‘Let’s Meet the Health Experts’

21 Oct 2024 2024, News

SITIAWAN, 19 October 2024 – The Inauguration Ceremony of the Community Service Program ‘Let’s Meet Health Experts’ in conjunction with Vascular Awareness Month was held on 18 to 19 October 2024, at the Bestari Community Hall, Mukim Lekir Batu 10, Sitiawan, Perak. The ceremony was attended by the Honorable Senator Dato’ Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry Abd. Kadir, Minister of Higher Education.

The two-day program was organized by the Vascular Unit, Department of Surgery and Advanced Surgical Skill Center (ASSC) HCTM in collaboration with the International Islamic University of Malaysia and Universiti Putra Malaysia. This program aims to provide awareness, exposure and educate the community, especially symptoms, risk factors, methods of disease detection and prevention, care and treatment about vascular diseases. Vascular health refers to the function of blood vessels in the body, including arteries and veins. Healthy blood vessels are important for maintaining the health of the body’s overall function.

Some of the activities in this program are lectures, free screenings and health checks related to blood vessel and kidney diseases, exhibitions, aerobic activities and activities for children. This program also features UKM’s Academic Figures namely Prof. Associate Dato’ Dr. Mohd Izhar Ariff Mohd Kashim, Deputy Dean, Industry and Community Network Affairs, Faculty of Islamic Studies UKM in the Casual Chat program ‘Health for Worship’.

Also present are YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Mr. Ts. Dr. Mohd Ekhwan Hj. Toriman, UKM Vice Chancellor, YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Mohd Zaidi Md Zain@Zakaria, UKM Management Board Member, YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Wan Kamal Mujani, UKM Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation Affairs, YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hanafiah Harunarashid, Pro Vice Chancellor of UKM’s Kuala Lumpur Campus, YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Dr. Lenny Suryani Safri, Chairman of the Community Service Program Committee ‘Let’s Meet Health Experts’, senior officials, and the local community.

Opening Ceremony of Breast Cancer Awareness Week (Pinktober)

2 Oct 2024 2024, News, News 2024

The Opening Ceremony of Breast Cancer Awareness Week (Pinktober) held on 30 September 2024 (Monday) at 9.00 am in the Main Lobby, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz was officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Azmi Baharudin, Director of Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM. This program is organized by the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology in collaboration with the HCTM Cancer Center, the National Cancer Council (MAKNA) and Novartis Sdn. Bhd. was held to provide social awareness about breast cancer among cancer patients, families of cancer patients, staffs and the community in general in addition to increasing awareness in providing support to cancer patients as well as expanding the concept of informing the community about cancer.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Director of HCTM said through exposure and knowledge about the risks that can cause breast cancer, society will be more aware and change a healthy lifestyle such as choosing healthy foods, exercising regularly and maintaining an ideal body weight. Some of the activities carried out were the talk entitled ‘Don’t Panic, act wisely: Early Guidance If there’s a lump’ was delivered by YBhg. Prof. Dr. Norlia Abdullah, Professor & Consultant Surgeon, Head of Breast & Endocrine Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery HCTM, cancer servivor’s sharing session, Dr. Kartini Kamalul Ariffin, booth exhibition, and a series of talks on cancer held on October 1, 2024.

Also present in this program, YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Dr. Haji Fuad Ismail, Head of Radiotherapy and Oncology Department, YBrs. Dr. Marfu’ah Nik Eezamuddeen, Head of the Cancer Center and Advisor to the Breast Cancer Awareness Week (Pinktober) Program, Heads of departments and HCTM residents as well as the public.

 

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