SUNWAY MEDICAL CENTRE VELOCITY SETS NATIONAL RECORD FOR LARGEST ECG SCREENING EVENT

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Sunway Medical Centre Velocity (SMCV) has been officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for the Most Participants in an ECG Screening event in Malaysia, with 827 individuals screened over a three-day period during its “Pulse of Life: The Ultimate Heart Health Experience” CSR initiative.

This event and recognition reinforce SMCV’s position as a leading tertiary care hospital in cardiac care, with heart health being one of its core specialties and key areas of focus in delivering comprehensive medical services to the community.

SMCV also spearheaded a national first by bringing ECG screening into the public space, transforming Sunway Velocity Mall’s Main Atrium into a heart health hub from April 25 to 27.

The event drew an overwhelming response, welcoming not just Malaysians but also expatriates and international patients seeking care or visiting Kuala Lumpur.

This dual milestone reflects SMCV’s ongoing commitment to reshaping public health access through impactful community-driven initiatives centred on early detection and prevention.

The initiative was also part of SMCV’s broader response to Malaysia’s rising cardiovascular health crisis, with ischaemic heart disease as the leading cause of death among Malaysians aged 41 to 59.

SMCV Chief Executive Officer Susan Cheow said SMCV is honoured to be recognised by the MBOR for this milestone, but what truly inspires them is seeing how the community has embraced the opportunity to take a proactive role in managing their heart health.

“Our mission goes beyond the hospital walls. We want to meet people where they are and make preventive care both accessible and meaningful.

“Seeing many participate in this record-setting screening, alongside engaging initiatives and medical consultations, is a powerful testament that the public is ready to take charge of their heart health,” she said, adding that SMCV remain committed to creating more touchpoints like this to raise awareness and support better long-term health outcomes for the public.

The screening event formed the centrepiece of the event, designed to empower individuals aged 18 years and above to take charge of their heart health. With participants receiving complimentary ECG assessments supported by SMCV’s team of nurses and consultant cardiologists, and internal medicine physicians, the event brought the first line of assessment for heart care directly to the community in an open and accessible way.

The public’s enthusiastic participation not only signalled a shift in attitudes toward heart health but also highlighted the importance of bringing medical interventions into everyday community spaces, and the strong turnout reflected the public’s growing awareness of cardiovascular risks and the need for more accessible screening options beyond the hospital setting.

Consultant Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Physician Datuk Dr Foo Yoke Loong echoed the importance of early screening in curbing cardiovascular disease, and the record-setting event gave many their first opportunity to understand their heart health status.

“This public ECG screening was about more than just breaking records; it was about providing the community an opportunity to gain life-saving insights into their cardiovascular health. For many, it was their first step towards recognising early signs and understanding any potential risks,” he said.

“We were also able to provide medical guidance and advice on appropriate follow-up actions. We hope that efforts like these will continue to raise awareness around the importance of earlier interventions and ultimately, better outcomes in the fight against cardiovascular disease,” added Dr Foo.

The event also introduced another first-in-Malaysia initiative, the Immersive Visual Journey, featuring an engaging and visually captivating installation that transforms real-time heartbeats into an artistic light display, bringing together art and awareness of heart rate as visitors witness the lights shift based on low, normal, and high heart rates.

The Heart Health Educational Gallery and Giant Heart Exhibit were also available at the event venue, allowing visitors to learn about human heart anatomy and functions in an engaging and visually impactful way through a large, walk-through heart display.

Additionally, the event featured complimentary fitness workshops throughout the weekend, partner booths and complimentary health screenings for blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol, along with medication counselling and expert advice from SMCV’s on-site nurses and pharmacists.

Through the Pulse of Life: The Ultimate Heart Health Experience event and strong public engagement, SMCV reinforces its commitment to making heart health education more accessible, impactful, and part of everyday community life.

-- BERNAMA

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