IHH Healthcare Berhad | Annual Report 2024 30 Group CEO’s Message Strategic Report Malaysia We made a strategic acquisition of Island Hospital, a 600-bed facility in Penang. It boasts excellent clinical offerings, a sizeable land bank which offers future expansion opportunities, and is a key medical tourism destination for patients in the region. Island Hospital is expected to enjoy synergies with Gleneagles Penang and Pantai Penang hospitals. Across Malaysia, we invested in seven robotic surgery machines supporting minimally invasive procedures across urology, gynaecology, and hepatobiliary specialities. These precision-driven surgeries result in shorter hospital stays and fewer complications, improving patient care and outcomes. Singapore The renovation at Mount Elizabeth Hospital (MEH) has been accelerated, with completion expected in Q3 2025. Several clinics, including the Parkway Cancer Centre, have shifted to their new location within the hospital. The newly renovated wards feature Digital Hospital initiatives like the LizFinder web application and LizWorld, empowering patients with real-time hospital information and enhancing MEH’s smart hospital capabilities. Correspondingly, as part of our “out of hospital” strategy, Mount Elizabeth Fertility Centre is now located at the Heeren, adjacent to the hospital. We also launched Parkway Home Care to meet more community needs such as in nursing, rehabilitation, and preventive health. IHH Singapore was also the first private healthcare operator in Southeast Asia to offer the advanced Proton Beam Therapy, a highly targeted treatment that destroys cancer cells while preserving healthy tissues. We also introduced Hyperthermia Therapy, further strengthening our radiation oncology capabilities. India The launch of our Gleneagles Hospitals brand in March 2024 marks a significant stride towards bringing world-class medical services to India. In Q3 2024, we opened the 350-bed Fortis Hospital Manesar, housing state-of-the-art equipment and providing a wide range of clinical treatments to meet the burgeoning demand for private healthcare services in India. Separately, we divested Fortis Richmond Road and Fortis Malar Hospital as part of our portfolio rationalisation strategy. We reinforced our expertise in advanced oncological care, becoming the first in North and Central India to launch the MR LINAC at the Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI). Radiation therapy is combined with MRI imaging during treatment to target tumours with pin-point precision. FMRI also became the first in South Asia to offer the non-invasive Gamma Knife Espirit for cancer patients. At Gleneagles Hospital Bengaluru, we recently unveiled the state-of-the-art Advanced Interventional Radiology Cath Lab, where doctors can now perform complex procedures with greater precision and minimal invasion, thus reducing surgical risks and shortening hospital stays and recovery time. Türkiye and Europe We have extended our footprint and expanded our capabilities in this region, further strengthening our brand presence. Acibadem Kartal commenced operations in early 2025, providing a wide range of medical treatments with cutting-edge medical equipment. The new Acibadem International Joint Centre at Acibadem Maslak Hospital in Istanbul provides diagnostics and treatments for joint disorders. It specialises in joint surgeries, with advanced equipment and medical treatments performed by esteemed experts. The Joint Centre also houses Türkiye’s first Photon-Counting CT scanner, which enhances diagnostic imaging. Greater China Gleneagles Hong Kong (GHK) has expanded its reach by opening new multi-disciplinary clinics, Gleneagles Healthcare Novum Place and South Horizon, providing greater access to quality healthcare for Hong Kong residents. GHK also launched the Gleneagles Clinical Trials Centre (Gleneagles CTC), co-managed by GHK and Hong Kong University (HKU) Clinical Trials Centre. The Gleneagles CTC provides an important platform for innovative discovery, benefiting more patients and giving them a new hope. Notably, our rebranded clinics in Shanghai have been gaining positive momentum. We plan to build an ambulatory care centre in 2025, which will also funnel more patients to Parkway Shanghai Hospital.
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