Clinical Research Centre
Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim
Sungai Petani, Kedah
WhoWe Are
The Clinical Research Centre Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim (CRC HSAH) established in 2015, is a vital entity under the leadership of Dato Dr. SL Vijaya Kumar, a renowned Orthopaedic Consultant and esteemed researcher. CRC HSAH is strategically positioned to serve the Ministry of Health (MOH) facilities in the surrounding central and southern Kedah region, including areas such as Sungai Petani, Baling, Yan, Sik, and Kulim. Key functions of CRC HSAH include supporting and conducting clinical trials, promoting research collaboration, supporting investigator initiated research, training and capacity building, and provides technical support such as data analysis. CRC HSAH serves as a cornerstone of clinical research in the central and southern Kedah region, contributing significantly to medical advancements and the enhancement of patient care. Its strategic focus on local healthcare needs and its commitment to high-quality research underscore its pivotal role in the broader healthcare landscape.
OurTeam
InvestigatorsHighlight
Head of CRC, Consultant Orthopaedic Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim, Kedah
Email: vksuppan@hotmail.com
MD, MMed (ORTHO), AOF (UK), CMIA Arthroplasty FOLLOW (AUST)
Areas of interest: Orthopedic Surgery, Arthroplasty, Clinical Research
Awards and achievements:
- CRM Top Recruiter Award - 2022
Books Published:
- Vijaya Kumar Suppan, Ashutosh Rao (2021) “Guide to History Taking and Orthopaedic Clinical Examination”, Edition 1, ISBN 978-967-19346-0-9
- Vijaya Kumar Suppan, Ashutosh Rao (2024) “Guide to History Taking and Orthopaedic Clinical Examination”, Edition 2, ISBN 978-967-19346-1-6
Dato Dr. SL Vijaya Kumar is a distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He holds an MD and Master of Medicine in Orthopaedics from Universiti Sains Malaysia and completed a fellowship in Arthroplasty in Australia. His research excellence is recognized by the CRM Top Recruiter Award (2022), and he has a strong publication record, including a textbook, Guide to History Taking and Orthopaedic Clinical Examination. His work demonstrates a commitment to advancing orthopedic medicine and education.
Research Highlights
- A Prospective, Observational Study on Short- and Longer-Term Efficacy of High Molecular Weight Intra-Articular Hyaluronic Acid Viscosupplementation in Osteoarthritis Knees
- Prevalance of Anti-Osteoporotic Treatment (AOT) Initiation Among Post Menopausal Women with Neck of Femur (NOF) Fracture in a District Hospital
Recent Publications
Project Highlights
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| NMRR ID-23-01453-BZ6 | Treatment Cost of Managing Minor Ailments in an Emergency Department (ED) of a Public Hospital, Malaysia |
| NMRR ID-23-01219-VFL | A Prospective, Observational Study on Short- and Longer-Term Efficacy of High Molecular Weight Intra-Articular Hyaluronic Acid Viscosupplementation in Osteoarthritis Knees |
| NMRR ID-23-02347-ANC | Prevalance of Anti-osteoporotic Treatment (AOT) Initiation Among Post Menopausal Women With Neck of Femur (NOF) Fracture in A District Hospital |
| RSCH ID-24-00650-V8H | Real-life Assessment of Brexpiprazole (Rexulti) in Schizophrenia and in Depressive Disorders: a naturalistic non-interventional prospective follow-up study (ReSD Study) |
| NMRR ID-22-02005-IZM | Treatment costs for maxillofacial trauma among selected Ministry of Health hospitals in Malaysia (MRG Grant Recipient) |
| NMRR ID-21-02112-LPH | Conservative vs radical treatment of ameloblastoma : A 14-year study in Kedah |
| NMRR ID-24-00103-REA | Knowledge, Practice, Confidence & Perceived Barriers Towards Identifying and Preventing Potentially Inappropriate Medications in Elderly Among Pharmacists, Physicians and Medical Officers : Insights From Hospitals in Kedah |
| NMRR ID 23-02467-3JV | Early intravenous to oral antibiotic switch in uncomplicated Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia: The EVOS randomized controlled trial |
| NMRR-21-760-59664 | Effects of ziltivekimab versus placebo on cardiovascular outcomes in participants |
| NMRR-21-1271-60302 | Efficacy and safety of FInerenone, in addition to standard of care |
| NMRR-18-1266-41897 | Cardio-renal outcomes in patients with chronic KIDNEY disease |
| NMRR-21-432-59038 | Breast Cancer (ER+, HER2-) |
| NMRR ID-23-02843-FNF | Metastatic Breast Cancer |
List of Publications associated with CRC HSAH
- The effect of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy towards multi-organ complications and its early outcome at a Malaysian district hospital
- Wei Hung CHONG,Hui Yun ONG, Jin Sheng OOI, Eleen Ying Ying KHAW,Lee Min LIM, Mei Mei TEW, Ho Wai KOO, Siti Aishah ABDUL RAHIM, Phei Wen GOH
Services at CRC Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim
CRC HSAH provides training through workshops and consultations:
Further info on upcoming activities
CRC Hospital Sultan Abdul Halim, Kedah
Main Phone: +604-4457382
Email: crchsah@gmail.com
