KPJ HEALTHCARE APPOINTS 16 SENIOR CONSULTANTS TO ELEVATE PATIENT CARE QUALITY

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) – KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare) has appointed 16 senior consultants as heads of specialties and subspecialties across its network of hospitals nationwide, underscoring its commitment to clinical excellence and  sharper focus on patient-centric care.

In a statement today, KPJ Healthcare said this strategic move reflects its resolve to elevate standards, strengthen clinical governance and unify care delivery across its 30 hospitals.

"By aligning leadership across disciplines and embedding standardised best practices, research and training, the initiative is set to enhance the consistency and quality of care throughout the KPJ network.

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"As the KPJ Health System advances towards becoming a fully integrated Academic Health System, these appointments will play a key role in bringing together clinical care, education and research - ultimately improving patient outcomes and experiences," the statement said.

Among the appointed senior consultants are Senior Consultant in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care Datuk Dr Azhar Mohd Noh, Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery Prof (C) Datuk Dr Zurin Adnan Abd Rahman, and Senior Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Prof Dr Imelda Nasreen Nasruddin @ Balchin.

Others include Senior Consultant in Emergency Medicine Dr Nur Abdul Karim, Senior Consultant in Internal Medicine Dr Mohd Shazli Draman @ Yusof, Senior Consultant in Cardiothoracic Surgery Prof (C) Dr Shahrul Amry Hashim, and Senior Consultant in General Surgery Prof (C) Dr Mohamad Ismail Ali.

The statement noted that the newly appointed consultants will act as clinical leaders within their respective fields, promoting consistent clinical standards and best practices throughout KPJ Healthcare hospitals.

Their responsibilities include guiding multidisciplinary decision-making and acting as reference points for clinical teams; promoting the best practices and care pathways to improve consistency of care; supporting talent development and medical education; and contributing to evidence-based research through the KPJ Research & Innovation Centre.

In the same statement, KPJ Healthcare President and Managing Director Chin Keat Chyuan welcomed the appointments, saying that each of the senior consultants is a recognised figure in their respective specialties.

“I am confident their expertise will enhance coordination of clinical services across the KPJ network.

“This effort aligns with our long-term commitment to strengthen governance, standardise clinical practices, and elevate the quality of treatment, training, and patient outcomes,” he said.

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