SINGAPORE, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunway Medical Centre Penang (SMCP) has been honoured with the Corporate Excellence and Inspirational Brand awards at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 Regional Edition by Enterprise Asia, recognising its strong growth trajectory as a leading tertiary healthcare provider and its commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across Malaysia.

As the Northern hub of Sunway Healthcare Group's integrated healthcare network, SMCP provides comprehensive medical services spanning more than 50 specialties and subspecialties, supported by over 110 consultants and eight Centres of Excellence. Its multidisciplinary approach, coupled with advanced medical technologies and robotic-assisted surgery, enables the hospital to deliver coordinated care for complex medical conditions while continuously strengthening its specialist capabilities to meet evolving healthcare needs.

The hospital's development is guided by the philosophy of "Improving the Lives We Touch" and underpinned by its core values of Compassion, Humility, Excellence, Respect and Integrity. These principles shape a culture focused on clinical quality, service excellence, process quality, and continuous professional development through structured mentorship, leadership programmes, and multidisciplinary collaboration, fostering a workforce committed to excellence in patient care.

Beyond clinical care, SMCP actively promotes preventive healthcare through community outreach initiatives and health screening programmes while advancing environmental sustainability through energy conservation, responsible waste management, and low-carbon healthcare practices. These efforts reflect its commitment to creating a healthier and more sustainable future for the communities it serves.

The hospital continues to strengthen its position as a regional referral centre through strategic collaborations with healthcare partners and insurers, improving access to specialized care across domestic and international markets. This commitment to excellence is reflected in the hospital's Net Promoter Score of 95 in 2026, demonstrating a high level of patient satisfaction and confidence in its healthcare services.

The dual recognition at APEA 2026 highlights SMCP's continued investment in clinical innovation, operational excellence, and compassionate healthcare. The awards reaffirm its commitment to advancing healthcare standards, strengthening its capabilities, and delivering meaningful impact to patients, families and communities.

About Enterprise Asia

Enterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine toward sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship. Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplifting the economic status of people across Asia and ensuring a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future generations. Please visit https://www.enterpriseasia.org/ for more information.

About Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards

Launched in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards is the region's most prestigious award for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous innovation, and sustainable leadership. The Award provides a platform for companies and governments to recognize entrepreneurial excellence, hence spurring greater innovation, fair business practices, and growth in entrepreneurship. As a regional award, it groups together leading entrepreneurs as a powerful voice for entrepreneurship and serves as a by-invitation-only networking powerhouse. The program has grown to encompass 16 countries/ regions and markets all over Asia. For further information, please visit www.apea.asia.