NEGERI SEMBILAN: UCSI Hospital marked its fourth anniversary today with the proclamation of Yang Amat Mulia Tunku Zain Al-’Abidin Ibni Tuanku Muhriz as its patron.The event also saw the launch of the Centre of Education and Medical Training, the latest addition to UCSI Hospital.In his speech, Tunku Zain expressed his honour in being appointed as patron.“This appointment is a great responsibility and I pledge to carry out my duties with utmost dedication, commitment and accountability.”“I hope we can continue working together to enhance the quality of healthcare services and ensure that every patient who comes to this hospital feels valued and cared for with compassion.”Tunku Zain, who also serves as UCSI University pro-chancellor, commended UCSI Hospital’s progress since its inception in 2021, particularly the Rakyat Wing programme, an initiative that provides affordable medical care for Malaysians in the B40 and M40 income groups, as well as uninsured foreign workers.“Through Yayasan Munarah, where I serve as president and patron, we are ready to collaborate with UCSI Hospital through the Rakyat Wing programme to support those in need.”“I am pleased to announce that UCSI Hospital and Yayasan Munarah will sponsor two patients to undergo coronary artery bypass graft heart surgery free of charge. Yayasan Munarah will identify patients who meet the criteria for this treatment.”He also urged government leaders and policymakers to recognise the opportunities offered by the Rakyat Wing programme and take proactive steps to ease the burden on public hospitals.“This is not about competition but collaboration for the benefit of the people. It is time to move beyond outdated mindsets and take bold action to connect available resources and better support the community.”The event was attended by Negeri Sembilan Executive Council member Dato' Tengku Zamrah Tengku Sulaiman, UCSI Group founder and executive chairman Dato’ Peter Ng, UCSI Group chief executive officer Prof Emerita Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir and UCSI Healthcare Group chairman Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.In his speech, Dr Noor Hisham highlighted the significance of the newly launched Centre of Education and Medical Training, which will introduce specialised programmes such as the Breast and Endocrine Fellowship and ultrasound courses for medical students and general practitioners.“This centre will serve as the cornerstone of UCSI Hospital’s commitment to medical education, fostering excellence in healthcare training and enhancing patient care through continuous learning.”The centre will oversee a comprehensive range of educational initiatives, including local and international collaborations, fellowship programmes, medical and nursing student placements, clinical attachments and observerships across various medical and surgical specialties, among others.The centre will also collaborate with Universiti Putra Malaysia to establish the Joint International Fellowship in Hybrid Molecular Imaging and Diagnostic Oncology and partner with UCSI University Graduate Business School to offer an MBA in Healthcare and Hospital Management, ensuring world-class educational and research opportunities. Established in 2021, UCSI Hospital is part of the UCSI Health Metropolis, a mega project aimed at transforming Springhill into a premier medical tourism hub.

PORT DICKSON, 15 November 2023 - Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir said that UCSI Hospital has great potential to change the state’s healthcare landscape.In a speech delivered at the Hospital’s opening ceremony, the Negeri ruler said that UCSI’s presence would enhance the state’s private healthcare options.“With quality healthcare offerings and experienced specialists, the people of Negeri Sembilan, particularly Port Dickson residents, have another avenue for healthcare treatment and services,” he said.“The Hospital is part of the UCSI Health Metropolis - a mega project that seeks to turn Springhill into a hub of health and edu tourism.“This makes UCSI Group one of the biggest investors in Negeri Sembilan and I would like to thank them for their trust and confidence in the state.”UCSI is also running an international school and a private school in Springhill. Plans to build a hotel, a convention centre, a university campus, a lifestyle mall, sports facilities and retirement homes are in the pipeline.Tunku Ampuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Aishah Rohani Tengku Besar Mahmud, Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa, UCSI Group advisor Tunku Zain Al-’Abidin, UCSI Group executive chairman Dato’ Peter Ng and UCSI Healthcare Group chairman Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah were also present.Dr Zaliha said that the ministry would work together with private hospitals like UCSI to address issues outlined in the Health White Paper.“I would like to congratulate UCSI for being the only private hospital in Malaysia to establish a public wing, enhancing access to quality healthcare,” she said in her speech.“Effective public-private partnership will ease the stress on public hospitals, reduce patient congestion, improve health awareness and prevent diseases at every layer of society.” 

PORT DICKSON, 4 October 2023 - Former Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah clocked in officially at UCSI Hospital today and detailed plans to make UCSI one of Malaysia’s top private hospitals.Meeting the Hospital staff for the first time as UCSI Healthcare Group chairman, Dr Noor Hisham said that UCSI had great potential and he was excited by a new challenge.“Joining an established healthcare group is easy but my contributions at UCSI Hospital would be far more impactful,” he said during his welcoming ceremony.UCSI has firm foundations and the conditions are in place for us to make a huge difference in healthcare.“We will work to establish UCSI as a preferred brand in healthcare that offers world-class clinical service delivery. Let’s make the impossible possible.”Dr Noor Hisham also outlined a five-year strategic plan for the Hospital that revolves around clinical service delivery, medical education and international medical research.This would see UCSI focusing more on some of its many specialisms, standing out as a hub of medical aggregation and making a strong case to be a platform for clinical trials.He added that UCSI would also engage the public sector in a bid to reduce congestion at nearby public hospitals.Dr Noor Hisham also paid tribute to the late Senior Prof Dato’ Dr Khalid Yusoff who served as UCSI University vice-chancellor.“He set many things in place and the Hospital is a fitting tribute to his detailed and meticulous planning,” he said.UCSI Group founder and executive chairman Dato’ Peter Ng and UCSI Group CEO Prof Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir were present during the ceremony.Welcoming Dr Noor Hisham to UCSI, Ng said that UCSI Healthcare was privileged to have a public servant of the highest order as its chairman.“Dr Noor Hisham was the face of Malaysia’s pandemic response and I’m sure all of us remember his exemplary leadership, his calming presence and his fidelity to facts and science.“We will all benefit from his wealth of experience and I look forward to working closely with him.”Dr Noor Hisham joins UCSI on the back of 35 years of public service. He served as director-general for a decade. 

PORT DICKSON, 11 June 2023 – Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa launched UCSI Hospital’s Adopt-a-Dialysis-Chair Project and its haemodialysis centre.Dr Zaliha, Malaysia’s first female Health Minister, said that UCSI’s initiative was encouraging as it would ease the burden of underprivileged dialysis patients.More than 10 sponsors have made their pledges so far, giving 13 dialysis patients a much needed lifeline.“The Ministry gladly welcomes this initiative as the public healthcare system can accommodate approximately 30% of dialysis patients in Malaysia,” she said after launching the centre.“We need private hospitals like UCSI to step up. The start of this project is something we should be proud of and I’m sure it will continue to flourish.“Such effort helps the Ministry reduce the burden of dialysis patients. I hope that this initiative will get support from the public.”UCSI’s Adopt-a-Dialysis-Chair Project connects patients with individuals, corporations, foundations and NGOs that will sponsor their treatment needs.Sustainability underpins UCSI’s initiative. While each sponsor commits to at least three months of treatment, they may opt for flexible plans that will see them making financial commitments on alternate months or other intervals.Dr Zaliha was also given a tour of UCSI’s state-of-the-art haemodialysis centre that functions as a lifeline for dialysis patients in Bandar Springhill, Lukut and Port Dickson.UCSI Group founder and executive chairman Dato’ Peter Ng said that the sponsorship initiative was the Hospital’s way of giving back to society.“We want to give a new lease of life to dialysis patients, particularly those in the B40 group,” he said in his speech.“UCSI wants to contribute more to Malaysia’s healthcare landscape and we are keen to explore more public-private partnerships. We stand ready to partner with the ministry on multiple fronts.”He also thanked the Adopt-a-Dialysis-Chair sponsors for their generous support.Established in 2021, UCSI Hospital is part of the UCSI Health Metropolis, a mega project that seeks to turn Springhill into a medical tourism hub. 

PORT DICKSON, 17 April 2023 – UCSI Hospital, a private medical care provider, has entered into a new partnership with three (3) Negeri Sembilan-based esteemed NGOs - namely ROTARY Club Seremban Gateway, Malaysia Hindu Sangam Negeri Sembilan and Persatuan Usahawan Maju Malaysia.The MoU signing parties wish to establish and maintain a basis of cooperation in the healthcare industry by partaking in new business opportunities through exchanging of ideas and collaboration.The memorandums of understanding were signed by Dato’ Peter Ng, UCSI Group, Founder and Executive Chairman; Dato’ Kanagarajah Raman, Vice President of Rotary Club Seremban Gateway, Dr A. Gopi Sivachariar, Chairman of Malaysia Hindu Sangam Negeri Sembilan State Council and Mr Timothy Teo Kiam Hon, Chairman of Persatuan Usahawan Maju Malaysia (PUMM) Negeri Sembilan State Liaison.“We at Rotary Club of Seremban Gateway, a social and welfare-orientated club is extremely honoured to be associated with UCSI Hospital at Springhill for its sophisticated and latest technology-driven medical facility and services. Being in our own vicinity we are confident to work together in all aspects of medical collaboration such as in the areas of Medical Tourism and local Medical Treatment. Today’s MoU will strengthen and benefit both parties’ interests”, Dato’ Kanagarajah said.Dr A. Gopi Sivachariar said Malaysia Hindu Sangam (MHS) is the apex body of Hinduism in Malaysia. “We represent the State of Negeri Sembilan which has over 7,000 members in 12 Local Councils. We are represented in every district or town with a high Indian population. There are over 180 temples registered with us with thousands of devotees at large. Despite the fact that most of our members fall into the B40 category there are a large number of M40 members who have purchased medical insurance cards, or a combination of B40 and M40 having the group medical insurance coverages from their employers. MHS looks forward to this collaboration with organisations such as UCSI Hospital hoping that this corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme shall benefit and create value for our members at large. It is hoped that through this partnership both organisations can mutually benefit from that “win-win equitation”. We believe MHS could play a vital and proactive role in referring clients to UCSI Hospital. We look forward towards a cordial relationship,” Dr Gopi said.Meanwhile, Mr Timothy Teo Kiam Hon explained that as a representative of PUMM, he is honored to acknowledge the unwavering support and commitment of UCSI Hospital in recognising the contributions and well-being of PUMM members.“The offer of this benefit plan is a testament to the hospital's dedication to promoting the health and welfare of the business community and for that, we are truly grateful for this partnership,”“Through this collaboration, we strongly believe that UCSI Hospital is able to provide our members with access to top-notch healthcare services, including medical consultations, treatments, and other healthcare facilities at preferential rates. This not only demonstrates the hospital's commitment to delivering quality healthcare but also showcases its understanding of the needs and requirements of our members,” Mr Timothy emphasised.“On behalf of PUMM, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation to UCSI Hospital for their generosity and support. This benefit plan will undoubtedly go a long way in safeguarding the health and well-being of our members, and we are truly grateful for this partnership,” he added.Dato’ Peter Ng stated that UCSI is proud to see the Hospital continues to make history. UCSI is the first hospital in Negeri Sembilan to open a Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit. Launched in 2022, the Hospital houses a cardiac diagnostic clinic, a catheterisation laboratory, a fully-equipped operating theatre, and an intensive care unit.This setup enables the Hospital to conduct complex open-heart surgeries, providing a game-changing outlet for patients who require urgent medical intervention.“UCSI Hospital has come far and we want to continue giving back to society. We want to give a new lease of life to patients who suffer from chronic illnesses. It is our great hope that today’s MoU will cement the Hospital’s reputation as a healthcare institution of choice for the people of Negeri Sembilan and beyond,” said Dato Peter.  

PORT DICKSON, 28 February 2022 – UCSI University and UCSI Hospital entered a new partnership with Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) to set up the Teaching Hospital at UCSI Hospital, encourage the exchange of academic and research staff, and share manpower resources which shall include but not limited to Medical Specialist but also other healthcare professionals for the day-to-day operations of the said Teaching Hospital.The memorandum of understanding was signed by Dato Peter Ng, UCSI Group, Founder and Executive Chairman; Professor Datuk Ir Ts Dr Siti Hamisah binti Tapsir, Vice-Chancellor of UCSI University and Professor Dato’ Dr Mohamed Ridza bin Wahiddin, Vice-Chancellor, USIM.UCSI Hospital is Malaysia's first private hospital with a public wing, allowing more people to access high-quality medical services. The hospital, which is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, automated dispensing systems, and a team of experienced doctors and caretakers, stepped up during the current epidemic to provide care to patients who were in more critical stages of infection."With the establishment of the Teaching Hospital, the hospital will be able to provide clinical teaching and training to future and existing doctors, nurses, and other health professionals, as well as provide medical treatment to patients and conduct medical research."I hope this partnership we will be able to meet the needs of the national healthcare system by producing more quality doctors, specialists, and trained nurses, as well as talents in disciplines relevant to healthcare," said Peter Ng.Aside from the teaching hospital's initiatives, UCSI Hospital, UCSI University and USIM will participate in student, academic, and research staff exchanges."At UCSI, we strive to educate our future doctors and nurses to be the best they can be by offering access to clinical practice and patient-centered models of care through our state-of-the-art medical facilities."For these future doctors and nurses, we blend classroom and practical teaching so that they may face the real world of medicine when working later. I believe that the exchange programme will provide a platform for graduates and professionals to broaden their perspectives and aim to be the high-level professionals that the healthcare industry needs, " said Siti Hamisah.The hospital is also a part of the UCSI Healthcare Metropolis, a massive initiative aimed at transforming Springhill into a thriving township of medical, health, and learning. The Metropolis will have a luxury hotel, a convention centre, a lifestyle shopping mall, a skin science and aesthetics experience centre, sports facilities, retirement residences, and praxis® labs when it is completed. These new additions will be in addition to the existing UCSI International School and Sri UCSI private school in the region.For more information about UCSI Hospital, please visit the hospital’s website: https://www.ucsihospital.com/  

PORT DICKSON, 7 July 2021 – His Highness Tunku Zain Al-Abidin ibni Tuanku Muhriz met the people of Negeri Sembilan at UCSI Hospital’s vaccination centre and was briefed of the process of the vaccination situation at the hospital by the management.The visit to UCSI Hospital’s vaccination centre in Port Dickson gave an opportunity for His Highness to understand the flow at the vaccination centre and the steps the hospital has taken to mitigate the overall process, from pre-vaccination to post-vaccination.His Highness also visited the facilities and equipment at UCSI Hospital and UCSI University Springhill (Port Dickson Campus), which is adjacent to the hospital.Tunku Zain was briefed by UCSI Group CEO and Founder Dato Peter Ng. Also present with the entourage was Abu Bakar bin Jalaluddin, Chief Operating Officer of UCSI Hospital, Professor Ir Dr Jimmy Mok Vee Hong, Pro Vice-Chancellor of UCSI University Springhill and Terengganu campuses, and Dr Nayyer Naveed Khan, UCSI Hospital’s Consultant Orthopaedic, Spine and Trauma Surgeon. 

PORT DICKSON, 27 May 2021 – UCSI Hospital is open for service at Bandar Springhill, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan starting March 2021. The hospital aims to serve the people of Negeri Sembilan with the latest equipment in modern medicine and experienced medical specialists.Built on 14.3 hectares of land, UCSI Hospital was launched in March as a 130-bed facility and will grow organically to become a 1,000-bed established private hospital.Located near the popular tourist destination, Port Dickson, UCSI Hospital will be contributing to the medical tourism sector. The medical tourism sector has generated up to RM1.5 billion from 1.2 million medical tourists in 2018.Patients Beyond Borders listed Malaysia as one best destination for medical treatment. 1.1 million tourists from a total of 32 million tourists that visited Malaysia came to receive medical treatment.Built in the mould of a teaching hospital, UCSI Hospital will be offering more services according to plan. The medical services include cardiology, obstetrics and gynaecology, orthopaedics, trauma and spine surgery, paediatrics, and pathology.With a public wing, UCSI Hospital will ease the congestion at the Seremban’s government hospital. 

PORT DICKSON, 25 March 2021 - UCSI Hospital open its doors for business. Six days later, on April 1, UCSI Hospital welcomed the hospital's first newborn baby, the birth of a new life like the sunrise, but also make this new hospital more vibrant!UCSI Hospital gynaecologist Dr Victor Chin shared his delight over the news."This is a special moment for the hospital and me. It is an honour for us to be able to serve the community within a few days of our opening." He said.Having served in various hospitals in Australia and Malaysia since 2013, Dr Victor Chin brought his wealth of experience to UCSI Hospital's Obstetrics and Gynaecology unit.On the delivery of the baby at UCSI Hospital, he shared that the mother had decided to deliver at the hospital because her blood pressure was high, and her amniotic fluid was low."The baby was due over five days ago, which is a worrying situation. As such, I decided that the baby needs to delivered immediately." He added.Naturally, the lady and her family were concerned about the hospital's staff and equipment since it started operating just a few days ago. However, she heeded Dr Victor Chin's advice and admitted herself to the maternity ward."Both the mother and I hoped for a natural delivery. Yet, as a gynaecologist, I need to be wary of the circumstances that may change. And due to some complication, I decided to perform a caesarean delivery to ensure the safety of both mother and child." He concurred."On that day, the 13 of us, comprising nine nurses and four doctors, were delighted to welcome UCSI Hospital's first baby. I want to thank the team for assisting me with the operation, especially our anaesthetist Dr Sham Kumar and our paediatrician Dr Long Wai Lup. The baby was born at 1:47 am, and Dr Long was on standby at the hospital to perform the follow-up examination and cleaning for the baby in time to ensure that the baby received the best care." He concluded.