Sarawak targets leading stoma care in Malaysia

KUCHING, 26 September:Sarawak aims to become the leading stoma and continental care provider in Malaysia through enhanced expertise and development of health professionals.

Deputy Prime Minister of Sarawak, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said that the 3rd 2026 visit to the Sarawak Stoma and Continent Symposium will be an important platform for strengthening clinical knowledge and understanding among nurses and doctors.

"The conference is expected to benefit all participants by sharing knowledge, expertise and experience face-to-face in the field of stoma and continental care.

"These efforts are essential to improve the quality of services and benefit more patients, as well as make Sarawak a leader in stoma and continental care in Malaysia, further expanding its impact at regional level", he said during the inauguration ceremony of the 3rd 2026 Sarawak Stoma and Continental Symposium in Kuching on Saturday.

In addition, it also encourages participants to actively engage in lectures, discussions and experience sharing sessions, before bringing the knowledge gained for use in their respective hospitals, clinics and communities.

Meanwhile, Dr Sim also appreciated Sarawak General Hospital, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), the organizing committee and all parties involved, hoping that the symposium will continue to grow as a platform for continuous learning and professional development to strengthen stoma care and continents across Sarawak.

The symposium brings together health professionals to share clinical experiences, discuss challenges and explore practical approaches that can be implemented in patient daily care.