Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre’s Launch
A Centre Built to Protect Your Limb
Northern Heart Hospital Penang is launching the Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre, bringing together vascular care, diabetes and wound management, holistic care including kidney and heart optimisation, rehabilitation, dietary and lifestyle coaching — all under one roof.
This integrated approach allows risks to be identified early and ensures healing stays on track.
At the heart of the launch, the Centre’s founder, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edward Choke, will introduce the Centre by highlighting how he and his team work to prevent complications, and explain when to refer so patients maintain mobility and independence.
As part of the Centre’s launch celebration, we’re opening our doors with free health screenings, practical education, and an exciting lucky draw, so attendees leave with both knowledge and clear next steps.
Event Details
Saving Legs, Saving Lives.
The Launching of Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre
Date: 22 November 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Venue: Northern Heart Hospital Penang, Level 1
Admission: Free
Agenda
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 8:00am – 3:00pm | Ongoing Health Screening and Booth Activities |
| 8:00am | Registration Starts |
| 10:45am | Arrival of VIPs and Media |
| 11:00am | Opening Speech by Ms. Kelen Leong, CEO of Northern Heart Hospital Penang |
| 11:05am | Speech by YB Lim Siew Khim, Penang State EXCO for Social Development and Non-Islamic Affairs |
| 11:10am | Opening Ceremony for the Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre |
| 11:20am | Sharing Session: Why a Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre matters and how our team helps you heal and stay mobile by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edward Choke Tieng Chek, Consultant Vascular Surgeon & Founder of the Diabetic Limb Salvage Centre at Northern Heart Hospital Penang |
| 11:30am | Sharing Session: Nutrition Optimisation During the Limb Salvage Journey by Jie Hui, Dietetic Consultant at Northern Heart Hospital Penang |
| 11:40am | Sharing Session: Role of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in Diabetic Wound Healing by Solventum |
| 11:50am | Group Photo Session |
| 12:00pm | VIPs and Media Booth Tour |
| 12:10pm | Refreshment for VIPs & Media and End |
| 12:00pm – 3:00pm | Ongoing Health Screening and Booth Activities |
Who Should Attend
- Specialists (Endocrinologist, Physician, Podiatrist, Wound Care Specialist, Nephrologist, Cardiologist, Ophthalmologist)
- General Practitioners
- Diabetes Educators / Nurses
- Insurance Agencies / Business Partners / Medical Facilitators
- Public & Diabetic Patients
For Healthcare Professionals
- See how the Centre’s multidisciplinary care reduces complications and keeps patients mobile
- Get clear referral triggers, risk tiers, and escalation points for timely intervention
- Meet the Centre’s team and partners to streamline communication, follow-up, and shared care
- Pick up practical patient education tools you can use immediately
For the Public & Caregivers
- Get on-the-spot screenings with guidance on what to do next
- Learn everyday limb-protection, diet, and lifestyle habits
- Ask clinicians your questions and leave with a simple, doable plan
- Understand when to seek help early to protect mobility and independence
