SEREMBAN: The Mawar Haemodialysis Centre (PHM) here has given away almost all of its annual profits, totalling some RM184,000, in the form of Chinese New Year ang pow to its 167 patients of diverse races.
The amount was in addition to the RM2.37mil that the hospital subsidised for patients undergoing treatment at the private healthcare facility in 2024.
PHM management board chairman Datuk Seri Lee Tian Hock said each patient would receive RM1,100.
In total, the centre had registered RM190,200 in profits last year.
“This is our way of telling them that they are not alone in their journey.
“At a time when some private hospitals are criticised for focusing solely on profits, the Mawar dialysis division under PHM stands as a proud example of how a private healthcare institution can be both compassionate and community-focused.
“We strongly believe that hospitals should be about more than providing treatment.
“They should also be about making a positive difference in the lives of those who need it most,” he said after handing over the ang pow to patients at the centre.
Lee said the treatment rates at PHM were also heavily subsidised, a testament to its unwavering commitment to ensure that those who require dialysis can access it without the added burden of excessive costs.
He said 14 patients paid RM110 per session, 75 paid RM130 each while another 77 forked out RM200, which is lower than the average market rate of RM250 per session.
“Our commitment to their well-being extends beyond medical care. It is about making sure they can face the future with greater hope and peace of mind,” he added.
Lee said despite offering subsidised dialysis rates, the centre achieved remarkable financial results for 2024, registering revenue of RM3.8mil and profit before tax of almost RM290,000.
He said PHM, a non-profit organisation, would continue to assist dialysis patients in the future.
“If we do well next year, we will again give back the profits to the patients so that we can continue assisting them,” he added.
Widow A. Rasammah, who has been undergoing treatment at the centre for the past four years, thanked PHM and Lee for the ang pow.
The 75-year-old pensioner said since her dialysis cost was borne by the government, the RM1,100 would come in handy for household expenses.
“I did not expect to get this special gift from the centre,” she added.
Choo Ai Lee, 61, who has been undergoing treatment at PHM for the past three months, also expressed her gratitude for the ang pow.
“Apart from using my savings, my siblings have been helping out with my dialysis bills.
“I truly appreciate this gesture from PHM as it will go a long way in helping me settle my bills,” said Choo, who is not married.
