Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur turns 50 as it marked to celebrate this milestone with an anniversary gala dinner to highlight the hospital’s legacy and future ambitions in the healthcare sector.
For five decades, the hospital situated on the slopes of Jalan Pantai, has grown from a small private facility into a tertiary hospital featuring 380 beds, 8 operating rooms, and over 120 clinics. Continually pushing the boundaries of medical innovation, achieving prestigious international accreditations and spearheading numerous medical advancements. It boasts over 200 consultants of various specialties and subspecialties, solidifying its position as a comprehensive hub for complex medical cases.
A highlight of the evening was the unveiling of a comprehensive remodelling plan for PHKL. This ambitious project, set to be completed in five years, includes extensive upgrades to facilities, enhancement of medical technologies, and expansion of service spaces. The CEO of PHKL, Erica Lam, emphasised, “We are embarking on a transformative journey, enhancing our medical technologies and expanding our spaces to better serve our community.
The remodelling aims to redefine PHKL as a model smart hospital, doubling its A&E facilities, increasing the number of beds with 90% as single rooms, with a total 12 operating theatres including a hybrid room, and expanding to 200 clinics. These enhancements reflect PHKL’s dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services and adapting to evolving medical needs.
As PHKL embarks on its next chapter, the hospital remains dedicated to its mission of offering state-of-the-art, compassionate healthcare, continuing its legacy of excellence for generations to come.
