Explore Penang’s Hospital Metaverse: Immersive Health Hunt & Media Tour
Gleneagles Hospital Penang Launches Innovative metaverse Health Hunt
A Unique Blend of Virtual and Physical Experiences
Gleneagles Hospital Penang recently hosted an unprecedented metaverse health hunt and media tour, providing an in-depth look at its advanced facilities and medical expertise. This pioneering event marked a significant milestone in the northern region, merging virtual interactions with real-world experiences.
Engaging Media Participation
During the event, media representatives teamed up to engage in an interactive hunt. The theme, “Value-Driven Excellence,” emphasized critical aspects such as Patient-Centered Care, Accurate Diagnosis, and Personalized Treatment. Participants explored various hospital departments, including oncology, cardiology, orthopaedics, and emergency services, while uncovering hidden clues that contributed to a final winning sequence.
Immersive Healthcare Insights
The event offered media partners a unique opportunity to experience the hospital’s innovative healthcare delivery methods. Attendees witnessed how cutting-edge technology is integrated with compassionate patient care, highlighting the hospital’s commitment to enhancing the patient journey through cost-effectiveness, clinical excellence, and tailored services.
Guided Tours of Key Facilities
Following the health hunt, media participants were escorted on a guided tour to observe the hospital’s advancements in healthcare accessibility, efficiency, and service quality. They visited essential centers, including the Cancer Centre, Cardiac Centre, Emergency Unit, and Imaging Unit, gaining insights into how each department collaborates to provide coordinated care.
Focus on Advanced Medical Procedures
The hospital showcased its dedication to minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques, which significantly shorten recovery times for patients. Notably, Gleneagles Hospital has successfully performed over 8,000 heart surgeries and conducts more than 4,000 chemotherapy sessions and bone marrow transplants annually. It is also home to one of the largest orthopaedic teams in the region.
Leadership Insights on Healthcare Innovation
Ng Bong Seng, the acting CEO of Gleneagles Hospital Penang, emphasized the hospital’s mission during his address at the event. He stated, “This occasion reflects our identity and core values as a healthcare provider.” He further explained that the immersive experience illustrates how the hospital is transforming the future of healthcare through innovation, empathy, and purpose, ultimately aiming to make a significant impact on patients’ lives.
Commitment to Quality Care
Ng elaborated on the concept of value-driven excellence, which ensures that every phase of a patient’s journey—from diagnosis to recovery—is characterized by compassion, medical proficiency, and a focus on meaningful outcomes. He highlighted the hospital’s objective to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, accessible, and cost-effective care.
He also noted the remarkable growth in robotic-assisted surgery capabilities, with over 200 procedures completed to date. “As you navigate today’s metaverse health hunt and tour, you will observe how our teams collaborate to provide coordinated, patient-centered care that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement,” he added.
Part of a Larger Healthcare Network
Gleneagles Hospital Penang is an integral part of IHH Healthcare Malaysia, which operates a network of 18 hospitals, further solidifying its commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services across the region.
