(From left) Yakin Ambassadors Marsila Hassan and Lim She Ting, with Yakin Splendour Global Holdings Bhd director Datuk Steven Lai, Yakin Group of Companies founder and chief executive officer Patrick Tan, Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal, and fellow Yakin Ambassadors Gan Jiang Han and Tan Ley Teng at the Yakin Ambassadors launch ceremony on Jul 2.
WHEN TV news anchor Gan Jiang Han first heard about stem cell therapy, it sounded like science fiction.
But today, he and three other beloved Malaysian news anchors—Lim She Ting, Tan Ley Teng and Marsila Hassan—are lending their voices to a nationwide campaign that could change how everyday Malaysians think about health, healing and the future of medicine.
They are part of Yakin Ambassadors, a new initiative launched by Yakin Splendour Global Holdings Bhd, the strategic brand arm of Yakin Medic Sdn Bhd.
The campaign’s mission is to make cutting-edge treatments more relatable and to show that real people from all walks of life can benefit from them.
The campaign, with the tagline “Yakin Stem Cell Technology, Now Within Your Reach”, champions a future where breakthrough treatments are accessible, relatable and trusted—bringing hope closer to home for all Malaysians.
Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal witnessed the signing ceremony for the Yakin Ambassadors.
Mohammad Yusof stated that the campaign plays a key role in making stem cell therapy more accessible, relatable and relevant to the healthcare needs of Malaysians today.
“This initiative not only offers renewed hope to patients battling chronic and degenerative illnesses but also elevates Malaysia’s standing in the field of medical tourism,” he said.
“I am proud to see local companies like Yakin Splendour actively transforming the nation’s healthcare landscape, in line with the aspirations of the 12th Malaysia Plan and the national science, technology and innovation agenda.”
Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal witnessed the signing ceremony for the Yakin Ambassadors.
Yakin Group of Companies founder and chief executive officer Patrick Tan said the vision behind Yakin Ambassadors is to bridge the gap between science and society.
“This initiative is not just about public engagement—it’s about sparking meaningful conversations, reducing misconceptions and inspiring individuals to take control of their health through innovative and proven medical solutions,” said Tan.
“At its heart, this is about trust, hope and second chances. We’re bringing together public figures who are respected and familiar to Malaysians to help bridge the gap between science and society.”
Founded in 2014, Yakin Medic has steadily built its reputation in cellular therapy. The company is also a player in Malaysia’s burgeoning medical tourism sector, attracting regional interest for its innovation and clinical expertise.
In September last year, Yakin Medic entered into a technical and strategic cooperation agreement with China-based IASO Biotherapeutics to explore the market potential of CAR-T cell technology.
Under the partnership, Reindeer contributes its technological expertise, while Yakin Medic leads the development initiatives. The initiative is part of a broader effort to position Malaysia as a key player in the global biotechnology arena.
For Tan, his entry into the field was sparked by a fascination with how the human body repairs itself—a fascination that took a dramatic turn when he sustained third-degree burns in an accident. Remarkably, the very therapies he had helped to research and develop would later aid in his recovery.
“I believed in the science, but I never imagined I’d become a patient myself. That experience changed everything. It became personal. Through further research, we found that stem cells could offer powerful solutions to widespread health issues. It's one thing to believe in the science. It’s another to be saved by it,” said Tan.
“Still, this is a field that can’t be rushed. Safety, science and standards must always come first. Real science takes patience. Clinical trials, global standards, consistent quality and all of that matter because lives are at stake.”
Yakin Medic’s work grew from a small clinical data collection unit into a full-fledged biotechnology research company.
SceneFis Aesthetic—a prominent beauty centre and distributor partner of Yakin Splendour Sdn Bhd and a subsidiary company of Yakin Splendour Global Holding Bhd—has committed over RM400,000 in a strategic alliance with the company.
Yakin also welcomes more beauty and aesthetic industry players to explore potential collaborations and work together in creating a new era of health and beauty.
“We are proud to collaborate with Yakin Group, a player in Malaysia’s stem cell industry,” said SceneFis Aesthetic managing director Vesley Lee Siew Khim.
Now, with Yakin Ambassadors, Yakin Splendour is taking the next step. Over the coming months, the celebrity ambassadors will share their stories, engage with local communities, participate in outreach programmes and help simplify the science behind stem cell therapy.
The initiative aims to inspire curiosity and provide credible, accessible information about a treatment field that is still widely misunderstood.
“This is not just a campaign. It’s a movement that uplifts, educates and connects,” said Yakin Splendour Global Holdings Bhd director Datuk Steven Lai.
“It’s about showing Malaysians that this isn’t some distant or elitist science—it’s something real and it’s here."
As the campaign kicks off, the message from Yakin Ambassadors is simple—the future of healthcare lies in innovation, but it also requires compassion, transparency and trust.
With real stories, familiar faces and science-backed solutions, Yakin Ambassadors marks a new chapter in public health advocacy.
