Dr Rosli (third from right) handing over a mock cheque of RM1mil to Rashpal, witnessed by Tuanku Muhriz (fourth from right), Tunku Ali Redhauddin (fourth from left) and members of the board of trustees.
CARDIAC Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur (CVSKL) has established the hospital’s first foundation for the benefit of underprivileged Malaysian patients, especially those seeking critical medical care.
CVSKL Foundation, founded by the team of CVSKL doctors, is governed by a board of trustees consisting of industry leaders.
Its objectives are to support medical advancement and research initiatives, increase awareness of cardiac and vascular diseases and provide financial support to the low-income group through management of funds received and raised.
Present to officially launch the foundation was its patron, Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, together with Tunku Ali Redhauddin Tuanku Muhriz and the board of trustees.
CVSKL Foundation chairman Tan Sri Rashpal Singh, in his speech, said the launch came at a most opportune time when the government was shifting its priorities from managing the Covid-19 pandemic to restarting the nation’s economy and recovery.
“The high utilisation of public healthcare services has led to overcrowded facilities that result in a longer wait, thus initiatives such as medical research funding and reducing the burden of public hospitals can be looked into.
“We are ready to work with the Health Ministry to complement the government’s hard work in improving the social well-being and health of fellow Malaysians.”
During the event, CVSKL consultant cardiologist Datuk Dr Rosli Mohd Ali handed over a donation of RM1mil to CVSKL Foundation.
Dr Rosli said the establishment of the foundation was an essential piece of the puzzle that would amplify CVSKL as a centre of excellence.
“In 2021 alone, our corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts totalled RM4.15mil, which benefitted 545 patients.
“With CVSKL Foundation unifying and intensifying this, I am certain we will be able to help more people,” he added.
