KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30 (Bernama) -- Cardiology expert at the Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya (UM) Datuk Dr Wan Azman Wan Ahmad was awarded the title of Professor Emeritus during the first session of the 64th Universiti Malaya Convocation Ceremony here today.
In a statement today, UM said that the award was presented by the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, who is also the UM Chancellor.
"Dr Wan Azman has made significant contributions in expertise and academic leadership at the faculty, university and national levels. He has served for more than 40 years at UM, where his contributions and achievements are undeniable, especially to the faculty and department in the field of cardiology,” according to the statement.
"His most significant contribution was when he introduced the Hospital Mesra Ibadah (HMI) concept (or prayer-friendly hospital) at the University Malaya Medical Centre, which continues to this day," said the statement.
"Dr. Wan Azman has also been involved in developing more than 20 clinical practice guidelines and has served on more than 100 committees and advisory bodies of various categories at both university and national levels."
In the same statement, Dr. Wan Azman said he hopes that the award will inspire all UM students and graduates to excel even more in the future.
"After serving for more than 40 years at UM, today is the most meaningful day for me because it was delivered by the Chancellor himself. It will be etched as the sweetest memory for me. The success I have achieved is due to the blessings of my parents and the support of my family," he said.
He also conveyed a message about the increasing prevalence of heart disease, especially among young people, and more concerningly, the very high mortality rate due to heart attacks.
However, he said heart disease can be prevented by taking preventive measures such as to quit smoking, maintain a healthy diet, and adopt a more active lifestyle.
This year, 9,253 graduates will receive their scrolls in UM’s convocation ceremony to be held over 16 sessions from Nov 30 to Dec 8.
For more information on the convocation ceremony, visit the e-book at https://online.flipbuilder.com/terbit/fdan/
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