A knowledge sharing session with representatives from Great Eastern Malaysia was recently held. Participants were involved in the familiarization tour at Assunta Hospital on two occasions: July 11th, 2023, and August 24th, 2023. The purpose of this tour was to foster improved services and elevate the overall patient journey within the hospital. I had decided to talk on diabetes and how it affects the eye as diabetes is very common in our country. It can cause diabetic retinopathy, cataract and glaucoma. Early detection and regular follow up are the keys to prevent blinding complication from diabetes. “Diabetic retinopathy is a...
Assunta Health Day 2023 : A Celebration of Community Health and Wellness
The Assunta Hospital Day, held on the 26th, 27th May, and 23rd and 24th June 2023, marked a significant milestone in promoting community health and well-being. This event, hosted at Assunta Hospital in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, served as a platform to provide free general and eye screening services to hundreds of patients. With the support of our dedicated staff and the expertise of our resident ophthalmologist, Dr. Katherine Seng, the event aimed to enhance awareness about the importance of regular health check-ups and personalized eye care. A Venue of Care and Compassion: The Assunta Hospital Day took place in front...
Dangerous Nearsightedness: How to Get Around in the World of Pathological myopia
Introduction Welcome to our friendly blog post about pathological myopia, a condition that goes beyond normal nearsightedness. In this post, we’ll take you on a trip to learn more about this condition. We will look at what causes it, what its signs are, and how it might be treated. So, make yourself comfortable and let’s dive into the interesting world of pathological myopia! What is myopia that can’t be fixed? Normal myopia is mild to moderate nearsightedness that can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. It progresses slowly and does not typically lead to severe complications. Pathological myopia, however,...
Assunta Health Day 2023
Assunta Health Day 2023 Assunta Hospital has been working hard to provide you with the best eye screening services. We are happy to announce that we will be having 2 Eye Screening sessions. The dates of the screening are 26th-27th May 2023, 23rd to 24th June 2023. 9am-2pm and it will be held at Assunta Hospital, Level 1 (In front of radiology Department). There is no cost for this service and it is only available for patients who have a referral from a doctor. If you would like to know more about this event or book an appointment, visit www.eyekath.com...