Sunway Medical Centre Velocity (SMCV) and Institut Sukan Negara (ISN) have entered a strategic partnership to bolster the healthcare services available to athletes and sports professionals. The collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to provide seamless, specialised care focusing on surgical intervention, rehabilitation, and post-operative recovery.
The MoU outlines a comprehensive framework for mutual referrals and continuous knowledge sharing between SMCV specialists and ISN’s sports science and medical teams. This partnership is designed to support ISN athletes and staff across a wide range of medical needs, ensuring they receive tailored treatment plans that meet the specific demands of their sports disciplines.
Susan Cheow, CEO of SMCV, highlighted the significance of the partnership during the signing ceremony, stating that the collaboration will focus on surgical intervention and post-operative recovery. “This is not just a one-time collaboration but the beginning of a long-term partnership,” she said.
Dr Vellapandian A/L Ponnusamy, CEO of ISN, emphasised the importance of providing top-tier medical services to athletes. “Our athletes are the pride of the nation, and ensuring they have access to high-quality medical expertise is central to ISN’s mission,” he remarked.
The partnership also aims to enhance the quality of care and improve recovery outcomes through ongoing medical knowledge exchange. A mutual cross-referral network will be established, allowing athletes to benefit from the combined expertise and facilities of both institutions. This integrated approach is expected to provide comprehensive support in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and surgical care, ultimately improving the long-term health and performance of athletes.
