Icon Malaysia’s Penang Centre Celebrates One Year of Care

This month, Icon Oncology Penang marks its first anniversary with incredible achievements in patient care, improving health outcomes and access for people across Malaysia.

The Penang centre, located in Island Hospital is part of Icon Group’s joint venture with Sunsuria Healthcare. The collaboration brings together Icon’s deep oncology expertise with Sunsuria’s strength and knowledge of the region’s healthcare landscape.

Since opening, the centre has ensured more patients, both local and regional, gain greater access to comprehensive cancer care.

In its first year, the centre welcomed a new doctor, Dr. Ooi Kai Yun and launched Icon’s Women’s Cancer Program. 

This program supports women through their cancer diagnoses and beyond, recognising their unique concerns and providing personalised care and access to the support and treatment they need. Providing a more seamless approach to care, this service has been well received by patients and helped close the care gap between allied health and multidisciplinary specialists.

Icon ASEAN CEO, Serena Wee is proud of the team’s achievements.  

“Icon Oncology Penang marked our entry into Malaysia and together we’ve made significant strides in improving access and patient outcomes for families in the region,” said Serena. “It’s a great example of Icon’s expertise in integrated cancer care and our commitment to partnerships and delivering on our mission to bring the best possible care closer to home.”  

CEO of Island Hospital, Lim Kooi Ling reiterated the success of the partnership. “We are delighted to collaborate with Icon, a leading global cancer care brand to enhance person-centred cancer care to our community as well as our health travellers,” said Kooi Ling.  “Through this partnership, we have been able to expand Island Hospital’s reach and support more patients, reducing the burden of cancer and making a meaningful difference in the lives of many.”