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Medtronic Malaysia and Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons sign MOU to enhance medical training and education programs

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Medtronic plc, a global leader in healthcare technology, announced that Medtronic Malaysia and Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons (MSCRS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly organize surgical workshops aimed at enhancing the skills of colorectal surgeons in Malaysia.

Dr Nurhashim Haron, Vice President of the Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Dr Luqman Mazlan, President of the Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Simon Yam, Country Director, Medtronic Malaysia, Sam Teoh, Senior Sales Field Manager, Medical Surgical, Medtronic Malaysia
Dr Nurhashim Haron, Vice President of the Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Dr Luqman Mazlan, President of the Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Simon Yam, Country Director, Medtronic Malaysia, Sam Teoh, Senior Sales Field Manager, Medical Surgical, Medtronic Malaysia

Through this collaboration, Medtronic Malaysia and MSCRS will partner with hospitals nationwide to organize surgical workshops tailored to the evolving needs of the medical community. These workshops will focus on advancing knowledge, improving surgical techniques, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes in colorectal care.

Paul Verhulst, vice president of Medtronic Southeast Asia, provided the following statement on the partnership: “This partnership underscores Medtronic’s commitment to advancing innovation and education in colorectal surgery. By working alongside MSCRS and hospitals in Malaysia, we aim to equip surgeons with the tools and techniques to enhance patient care. We strive to elevate surgical standards and drive better health outcomes through continuous learning and collaboration.”

Dr. Luqman Mazlan, president of the Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons, commented: “This collaboration with Medtronic marks a significant milestone in advancing colorectal surgical education and training in Malaysia. Together, we will empower surgeons with the latest knowledge and techniques to address the growing complexities of colorectal health. This initiative will facilitate the exchange of expertise and best practices among healthcare professionals, ultimately benefiting patients nationwide.”

This partnership reflects Medtronic’s mission to support healthcare professionals through cutting-edge technologies, specialized training, and a strong network of expertise. By driving advancements in colorectal surgery, Medtronic Malaysia and MSCRS aim to enhance treatment standards and improve patient care across Malaysia.

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About Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons

The Malaysian Society of Colorectal Surgeons was registered with the Registrar of Societies on March 30, 2005.  Since then, the Society has pursued its goals of promoting colorectal services, training and research through a multitude of activities, including scientific conferences, workshops, access to academic literature and postgraduate training funding, as well as advocating for colorectal surgeons. The Society also maintains strong collaborations with sister societies internationally, as well as related societies such as enterostomal therapy nurses’ associations, ostomy societies and colorectal cancer survivor support groups.

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