Lee showing an artist’s impression of CMH Specialist Hospital’s expansion.
RM110mil transformation will feature new carpark, medical block
THE RM110mil redevelopment of CMH Specialist Hospital in Seremban will start on March 1 with the construction of a six-storey carpark to accommodate an additional 314 vehicles.
Negri Sembilan Chinese Maternity Association (NSCMA) president Datuk Seri Lee Tian Hock said the redevelopment would create a more accessible and patient-centred environment.
“Today, we are laying the foundation for the transformative expansion that will not only enhance the physical capacity of our hospital, but also elevate the quality of care and service,” he said during the project’s ground-breaking ceremony.
The CMH Specialist Hospital, previously known as the Negri Sembilan Chinese Maternity Hospital, was set up by Chinese philanthropists in 1932 for the underprivileged and poor migrants.
Lee said that upon the completion of the multi-storey carpark project within seven months, Blocks A and C would be demolished to make space for new buildings.
“Next, we will begin constructing the new medical block which will include additional patient beds and clinics, before completing the final phase of renovating the Block B entrance,” he said.
He highlighted that with the completion of the new medical block, the hospital would have an additional 100 beds, bringing its total bed capacity to 166.
The number of specialist clinics will also increase from the present 16 to 50, allowing the hospital to offer a broader range of services.
“The new nine-storey medical block, at an estimated investment of RM100mil, will play a pivotal role in enhancing the hospital’s capacity and services.
“Construction is expected to begin in December,” he said, adding that it would take three years for the entire project to be completed.
The non-profit NSCMA, which owns the hospital, also plans to list the holding company on the local bourse to raise funds for the building of the medical block.
“We will offer equity stake in the holding company to our trustees, consultants and staff as part of our fundraising initiative,” said Lee.
“The NSCMA will remain the majority shareholder,” he said, adding that the hospital would continue to assist the poor and dialysis patients through its charitable initiatives.
