MIH Megatrends 2024 Kicks Off, Showcasing Malaysia’s Leadership in Healthcare Innovation

The Malaysia International Healthcare (MIH) Megatrends 2024, a gathering of about 1,500 healthcare industry-related players, kicked off today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Organised by the Ministry of Health (“MoH”) Malaysia, in collaboration with KPJ Healthcare and with the support of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (“MCMC”), has been curated to showcase the latest advancements and trends shaping the future of healthcare.

Image above: [FROM LEFT] Michael Leddin, Chief Strategy Officer of KPJ Healthcare, Chin Keat Chyuan, President & Managing Director of KPJ Healthcare, Izzad Shamsudin, Chief Financial Officer of KPJ Healthcare and Shahril Mizani Ariffin, Chief Digital Officer of KPJ Healthcare took a group photo at KPJ Healthcare’s pavilion during MIH Megatrends 2024.

The opening day saw over 1,500 participants, including healthcare professionals, policymakers, industry leaders and members of the public, all gathered to explore cutting-edge solutions and advancements in the healthcare sector.

Dato' Sri Suriani binti Datuk Ahmad, Secretary-General of the Minister of Health Malaysia (“MoH”), opened the event with welcoming remarks, highlighting the importance of collaboration in driving healthcare forward. This set the stage for a series of impactful discussions and presentations that underlined the potential for future-ready healthcare solutions in Malaysia.

Key sessions on the first day featured distinguished speakers, including Dr Tullawat Pacharapha, Chief Operating Officer of Vejthani Hospital, Thailand, who discussed healthcare transformation and patient care and Professor Meong Hi Son, Medical Information Officer at Samsung Medical Centre, South Korea. These sessions collectively emphasised the importance of innovation in enhancing patient outcomes and streamlining healthcare delivery.

Beyond professional discussions, MIH Megatrends 2024 offers a dynamic experience for the public. The Action Hub invites visitors to interact with health influencers and experience the latest product demos, while the Innovation Health Tech Zone showcases digital advancements like AI-driven healthcare and telemedicine. These engagements highlight the practical benefits of technology for the public, making cutting-edge healthcare more accessible.

Public activities include health screenings, blood donation and holistic wellness consultations, with family-friendly activities such as educational projects in the Kids Zone and appearances by Didi & Friends, ensuring the event is engaging for all ages.

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