KAJANG: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) Hospital has received a RM10mil donation to support the expansion of its Cancer Centre.
The hospital expressed its gratitude to 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd executive director and chief executive officer Lee Thiam Wah and his wife Ng Lee Tieng for their generous contribution.
The donation will be used to acquire a PET-CT scanner, enhancing the hospital’s capabilities in critical cancer diagnostics and treatment.
In a statement yesterday, UTAR Hospital said this significant contribution will improve patient care and outcomes.
Lee, through 99 Speed Mart Sdn Bhd, had previously donated RM1mil in 2022 towards the hospital’s development, demonstrating his continued commitment to support healthcare advancements in Malaysia.
UTAR Hospital chief executive officer and medical director Datuk Dr Ding Lay Ming expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the donation.
“We are truly grateful for their unwavering support and generosity. Their contribution will make a profound difference in strengthening UTAR Hospital’s capabilities in cancer diagnostics and treatment.
“The PET-CT scanner is an essential addition that will improve early detection and treatment planning for cancer patients. Their generosity will make a lasting impact on the lives of those in Kampar, Perak, and beyond,” she added.
Once fully established, the Cancer Centre at UTAR Hospital aims to provide essential cancer care to those in need, ensuring accessible and high-quality healthcare for local communities.
Located in Kampar, Perak, UTAR Hospital remains dedicated to its mission of delivering affordable medical services while advancing education and research in healthcare.
The hospital offers a diverse range of treatments, integrating western medicine with traditional and complementary medicine, including Chinese, Ayurvedic and traditional Malay medicine.
