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A Hearty Welcome

A Hearty Welcome

Tung Shin Hospital has come a long way since it was founded in 1881. It has been incessantly developed for more than a century, signifying and reflecting our dedication to the health and well-being of the community.

The late Kapitan China, Yap Kwan Seng started the good work and expended a large capital outlay to build the Hospital, so that the sick tine-mine workers then could be provided with treatment and relieved from their sufferings. The philanthropic spirit has passed among the Chinese community from generation to generation. The contributions by the pioneers had undeniably laid a solid
foundation for continuous development of the Hospital. Their spirit still lives and permeates among the community. We sincerely appreciate all who have contributed to the hospital development as well as have donated financial aids to the underprivileged patients.

In recent years, Tung Shin Hospital has further expanded with more sophisticated medical technology and a large team of highly skilled medical specialists, nurses and allied health professionals to provide better treatment and care. The Tung Shin Council is now actively pursuing a bold expansion programme.

I believe that Tung Shin Hospital plays an important supplementary role to the National Public Healthcare System. It is hoped that Tung Shin Hospital will continue to stand tall in the heart of Kuala Lumpur to provide accessible health services to the community.

Sincerely,

Tan Sri Dato’ Teo Chiang Kok
The Acting President

Humble Beginnings

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Vision, Mission
&
Core Values
Our Vision
To be a leading non-profit organisation providing holistic healthcare through Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Our Mission
We are committed to provide accessible quality healthcare to enrich lives and improve health of our community.

Core Values

Work Together
We believe in partnership of patients, caregivers, health professionals and vendors to form the foundation of impeccable healthcare.
Ethics
We uphold strong ethics and professionalism in all undertakings across the organisation.
Compassion
We are attentive to patients' need and treat everyone with kindness.
Accountability
We act with integrity and are accountable for the roles and resources entrusted to us for patient care.
Respect
We respect and embrace the diversity of individuals, and value the dignity and rights of all.
Excellence
We strive for outstanding patient service, continuous quality improvement and leadership in our field.

Council Members (2023-2025)

Tan Sri Dato' Teo Chiang Kok
The Acting President

Management Team

Dr Ashim Kumer Nandy
Medical Director
Ms Teng Yu Yuet
Chief Operating Officer
Mr Chung King Keong
Administrator
Puan Che Rasmaniah Binti Che Mat
Principal of Academy of Nursing
Ms Angeline Liew Ai Ying
CMD Senior Manager - Operation

Milestones

  1. Founded

    1881~1950

  2. The Independence

    1951~1969

  3. A New Era

    1970~1990

  4. Modern Age

    1991~Now
  1. 1881
  2. 1890
  3. 1895
  4. 1917
  5. 1933
  6. 1935
  7. 1942

1881

Founded with A Heart of Generosity & Compassion

  1. Founded

    1881~1950

  2. The Independence

    1951~1969

  3. A New Era

    1970~1990

  4. Modern Age

    1991~Now
Founded
1881~1950
The Independence
1951~1969
A New Era
1970~1990
Modern Age
1991~Now
1881
1890
1895
1917
1933
1935
1942
1881

Founded with A Heart of Generosity & Compassion

Founded with A Heart of Generosity & Compassion

Tung Shin Hospital, formerly known as Pooi Shin Tong was founded by Kapitan China Yap Kwan Seng to provide medical care and even funeral assistance to the needy using his own fund. Pooi Shin Tong, which was believed to be located at a shop lot in Petaling Street, was started as a clinic with medical care by two Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners.

1890

Turning into A Community Hospital

Turning into A Community Hospital

With the rapid growth of Kuala Lumpur population and its neighbouring area following the development of mining industry, commerce and infrastructure, the needs of medical care escalated. Kapitan Yap then decided to turn Pooi Shin Tong into a community hospital with the hope to pool resources to improve its services forto the community after a discussion with Chinese Merchant Loke Yew. The proposal of this reorganisation was initiated by another merchant Chow Ah Yok who unfortunately passed away before it was materialised.

1895

Grand Opening of Tung Shin Hospital

Grand Opening of Tung Shin Hospital

With the warm support of contemporary community leaders, Tung Shin Hospital with two newly built wards at its current location officially opened by Mrs. JP Rodger, the wife of then acting British Resident to Selangor on November 22. Bullock carts were used as ambulances to carry patients from the tin mines to the hospital for treatments.

1917

Development of Buildings

Development of Buildings

Ward One was the brainchild of Mr Cheong Yoke Choy. His initial donation also brought in subsequent contributions from multiple Chinese merchants which led to the completion of Ward One in October, 1917. Ward One was also one of the three major historical buildings in the first half of the 20th century. However, there is no definite answer for its location, outlook and whereabouts.

1933

Opening of Loke Yim Female Ward

Opening of Loke Yim Female Ward

Loke Yim Female Ward was rebuilt from a single storey ward with the contribution from an established miner and banker in Kuala Lumpur, Mr Liew Weng Chi. The ward was then completed and launched in 1934 in remembrance of Mr Liew’s mother, the late Madam Loke Yim.

1935

Historic Haw Par Building with Recognition

Historic Haw Par Building with Recognition

As the name denotes, it was donated by the famous Singaporean brothers, Mr Aw Boon Haw ESQ and Mr Aw Boon Par ESQ who were known as the founders of Tiger Balm and Sin Chew Jit Poh.

1942

The War Years

The War Years

The development of Tung Shin Hospital was partially halted by the occupation of the Japanese army. For more than three years, the hospital building was occupied for military use which caused the medical services of the hospital to stop completely.