Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre IIUM

25/04/2026

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ) continues to enhance sports and patient care for the community as we received two units of ambulances on 22 April 2026.

These units will be utilised to boost services at IIUM Sports Medicine Clinic and SASMEC , focusing to improve treatment on sports-related injuries and strengthen care support for patients.

24/04/2026

𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐄𝐍𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐓 𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐂 @𝐈𝐈𝐔𝐌

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ) has strengthened its commitment to community healthcare with the addition of two new ambulances, received on 22 April 2026 personally by Prof. Dato' Dr. Mohamed Saufi Awang, Hospital Director of SASMEC .

The newly acquired units are set to support operations at the IIUM Sports Medicine Clinic as well as the hospital, particularly in facilitating patient transfer services and providing medical standby coverage for sports events and clinical needs.

This development is expected to strengthen operational support for sports medicine services while enhancing the centre’s readiness in delivering safe, efficient and responsive patient care.

Operating as a full-paying patient service under the purview of the Department of Business Development and Investment, IIUM Sports Medicine Clinic offers specialised, end-to-end care tailored for athletes and active individuals. The clinic provides comprehensive services ranging from injury prevention and screening to diagnosis, treatment and structured rehabilitation programmes.

Also in attendance were Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohd Syafwan Adnan, Director Clinical (Medical Services), Dr. Siti Zainab Tauhed, Director (Administration) and senior officials from all related departments.

The expansion of services reflects SASMEC ’s continuous efforts to elevate patient care standards and accessibility to both athletes and the wider community in line with its core values of RESTU.

22/04/2026

There are journeys that begin with a quiet calling in the heart, strikes as soft as a whisper, yet impossible to ignore. It is a journey woven with longing and devotion, where every step draws us closer to something eternal.

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ) would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and sincerest prayer to all of our staff members who have been honoured as Dhuyufurrahman for a safe, smooth and accepted pilgrimage. May their Hajj be mabrur, and their homecoming filled with peace and blessing.

22/04/2026

IIUM celebrates excellence as 15 programmes are recognised with 6-Star Employer Choice in the Talentbank Graduate Employability Index 2026.

Endorsed by over 1,200 leading employers nationwide, this achievement reflects IIUM’s commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance, and nurturing highly employable graduates.

Programmes recognised:
• Aerospace & Aeronautical
• Arts & Design
• Automotive
• Dentistry
• Education
• Finance
• Health Sciences
• Hospitality Management
• Law
• Mechatronic Engineering
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Physiotherapy
• Tourism

May this milestone continue to strengthen our mission in developing future-ready talents for the nation and beyond.

20/04/2026

17/04/2026

On 17 April 2026, the global community come together on World Haemophilia Day to advocate for all inherited bleeding disorders. This year’s theme of “Diagnosis: First step to care” highlights the critical importance of diagnosis, an essential first step in treatment and care.

Over three-quarters of the population of people with haemophilia worldwide are undiagnosed, and an even more significant gap also exists for other bleeding disorders. This means that hundreds of thousands of people around the world still lack access to basic care.

At Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre , we strongly urge for a boost on communal awareness to change today's current condition by enhancing accessibility and strengthening the skills of our healthcare professionals.

15/04/2026

𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓 𝐁𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre welcomed a courtesy visit from the Joint Force Headquarters, in a continued effort to strengthen strategic collaboration between military healthcare services and the public health sector.

Upon arrival, the delegation was warmly received by Prof. Dato’ Dr. Mohamed Saufi Awang, Hospital Director of SASMEC . The delegation was led by Brigadier General (Dr) Shamsul Bahary Muhamad, Assistant Chief of Staff J9, accompanied by representatives from the J9 Division, Joint Force Headquarters.

The visit served as a platform to enhance bilateral cooperation in healthcare, particularly in the areas of expertise sharing, capacity building, joint training and the integration of healthcare services between the Malaysian Armed Forces and public health institutions.

During the visit, the delegation was given a tour of several hospital facilities including Rehabilitation Unit and mobile clinic, offering insights into the centre’s service capabilities.

Also in attendance accompanying the Hospital Director were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mat Salleh Sarif, Director Clinical (Surgical Services), Mdm. Che Rokiah Ismail, Director (Clinical Support Services) and key officers of the hospital.

Through this initiative, SASMEC , as a university teaching hospital, continues to strengthen strategic partnerships and enhance national healthcare preparedness to ensure the continued safety and well-being of the community.

14/04/2026

𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐍𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐒 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ) successfully carried out a community health screening programme at SK Kempadang aimed at facilitating early detection and intervention for children with potential special needs on 9 April 2026.

The programme, known as Majlis Permuafakatan dan Sokongan Pembelajaran Murid-murid Potensi SK Kempadang, involved the participation of volunteers consist of clinical and administrative staff. A total of 35 pupils, aged between 8 to 11 years old, who were identified as potential special needs cases, took part in the initiative.

Organised as part of SASMEC ’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts under the KPT Madani Sejahtera initiative, the seventh edition of the programme sought to extend healthcare services and awareness to rural communities, particularly among school-aged children.

During the programme, paediatricians and psychiatrists conducted behavioural screenings and assessments on suspected cases. The initiative focused on intervention strategies to ensure that children requiring additional support could be identified and assisted at an earlier stage.

In addition to student screenings, parents and guardians were engaged through educational components highlighting the importance of enrolling children with special needs into appropriate educational pathways. The programme aimed to encourage greater participation in special education classes while cultivating better understanding among families.

SASMEC also leveraged the programme to raise community awareness on the rights of children with special needs, with outreach efforts extending to social media platforms to promote inclusivity and reduce stigma.

Overall, the programme was expected to contribute towards improved early detection of underdiagnosed cases, enhanced parental awareness and stronger collaboration between healthcare providers and educational institutions in supporting children with special needs.

13/04/2026

PROF. DR. ZALINA NUSEE
1 September 1964 – 12 April 2026

May Allah SWT bestow His mercy upon her soul, forgive all her sins, and place her among the righteous and the believers who perform good deeds.

إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهَ رَاجِعُوْنَ
Verily we belong to Allah and verily to Him do we return

With deepest sympathy,
Kulliyyah of Medicine
IIUM Kuantan Campus

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13/04/2026

𝐒𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐓𝐀𝐍 𝐁𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐌𝐟𝐦 𝟏𝟑 𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 - 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐍 𝐙𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐌 𝐄𝐑𝐀 𝐓𝐄𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐈: 𝐀𝐏𝐀 𝐏𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐀?

Saksikan bual bicara bersama Dr. Nurul Yaqin bt. Mohd Nor, Pakar Obstetrik dan Ginekologi IIUM yang juga merupakan Felo Perubatan Reproduktif merangkap Koordinator Klinikal, Unit Reproduktif, SASMEC yang membicarakan topik "Harapan Zuriat Dalam Era Teknologi: Apa Pilihan Kita?", bersiaran hari ini di Slot Bual Bicara IKIMfm pada pukul 6.15 petang.

Pautan Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FmRkR46Ts/

Untuk maklumat lanjut, boleh hubungi Unit Reproduktif SASMEC melalui emel rasmi rus.sasmec@iium.edu.my, talian telefon 09-591 2603 (waktu pejabat) atau aplikasi WhatsApp 011-1339 3611.

08/04/2026

𝐊𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐒𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐓 @ 𝐏𝐎𝐒 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐔𝐓: 𝐀 𝐉𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄, 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ), in a dynamic collaboration with the Kulliyyah of Pharmacy, successfully organised the Kembara Sihat @ POS Sinderut from 3rd to 5th April 2026.

This high-impact community outreach program under the KPT MADANI Sejahtera initiative aimed to elevate the health and socio-economic well-being of the Orang Asli community at POS Sinderut, Sungai Koyan, Kuala Lipis.

The success of this flagship program was the result of the powerful synergy between multiple strategic agencies, including Sekolah Kebangsaan Sinderut, the Pinzgauer Team, UPM, IIUM Kuantan Usrah in Action (Students Section 824), Pertubuhan Kebajikan Islam Malaysia (PERKIM), Malaysia Relief Agency (MRA) Pahang, and Pejabat Kesihatan Daerah Kuala Lipis.

Reaching the remote settlement was an adventure in itself. All volunteers had to navigate a gruelling, three-hour off-road journey through harsh and uneven terrain. This safe passage was made entirely possible by the highly skilled and dedicated Pinzgauer Team, who expertly maneuvered their 4x4 vehicles to ensure the safety of the volunteers.

Throughout the three-day mission, a diverse range of activities was specially curated to benefit the villagers. Comprehensive health screenings and educational health talks were conducted by the Pejabat Kesihatan Daerah Kuala Lipis, alongside a Home Medication Review by the Kulliyyah of Pharmacy team and a dedicated hair hygiene session for the children by the IIUM Kuantan Usrah in Action students.

The volunteers also distributed basic food supplies to 100 families, alongside preloved clothing. Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) contributed significantly by distributing quail chicks (anak burung puyuh), durian saplings, and fertilizers, engaging the community in meaningful hands-on sessions on breeding and planting.

SASMEC also played a pivotal role in the expedition by hosting a Nursing Career Talk delivered by Madam Asmawati Che Ismail, Head, Department of Human Resource. Madam Che Rokiah Ismail, Director (Clinical Support Services), also joined the session to inspire eligible post-SPM teenagers to seize a life-changing opportunity.

Through this initiative, SASMEC is offering a special full sponsorship specifically for Orang Asli youth to pursue their studies in nursing, coupled with guaranteed employment as a nurse at the medical centre upon graduation.

The memorable mission concluded on a high note with a joyous sukaneka (telematch) that brought the volunteers and the community together in laughter. The closing ceremony featured heartwarming performances by the students of SK Sinderut and the IIUM Kuantan Usrah in Action team, marking the end of a truly life-changing journey for both the organisers and the POS Sinderut community.

08/04/2026

𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐂 @𝐈𝐈𝐔𝐌 𝐄𝐍𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐊𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒-𝐎𝐍 𝐍𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆

Healthcare staff at Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre (SASMEC ) have strengthened their readiness in handling stroke and neurovascular emergencies following the completion of a two-part Teaching Workshop in Neurointerventional (TWIN).

Organised by the Department of Radiology as part of its 2025–2026 Strategic Plans under the Endovascular and Interventional Radiology Unit (EVIRA), the workshop was held in collaboration with LongeMed. It brought together radiographers and nurses in a focused effort to sharpen their skills in fast-paced, high-pressure clinical situations.

The first session, Cerebral Angiography – From Basic to Advance, took place virtually on 12 February 2026. Participants were guided through the essentials of digital subtraction angiography (DSA), radiation safety and the importance of teamwork in neurovascular procedures. The session was led by experienced practitioners including Asst. Prof. Dr. Rajeev, Sr. Athirah Ahmat, Br. Mohd Yusof Mohamed Fahmy and Br. Izzat Sabri, who shared practical insights drawn from their own clinical experience.

On 6 April 2026, the second session, Thrombectomy & Stroke Workflow, was held on-site at the Department of Radiology. Here, participants took part in hands-on simulation training designed to mirror real-life stroke cases. Using advanced simulation equipment, they worked through emergency scenarios, practising how to respond quickly, communicate clearly and carry out their roles effectively.

The simulation component was made possible with the support of LongeMed, allowing participants to train in a realistic yet safe setting.

By the end of the programme, participants showed stronger coordination as a team, quicker response times and a clearer understanding of their responsibilities during stroke emergencies.

The initiative reflects SASMEC ’s ongoing efforts to ensure its healthcare teams remain well-prepared to deliver timely and effective patient care.