Cambodia Investment Review
Central Hospital and Exceed Worldwide Cambodia have announced the opening of the Exceed Central Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinic, a significant advancement in specialized healthcare services in Cambodia. This collaboration is set to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities or functional impairments by providing access to state-of-the-art prosthetics and orthotics (P&O) services.
The clinic, located on the 2nd floor of Central Hospital, is equipped with the latest technology in P&O and staffed by four Cambodian experts with extensive experience in the field. This initiative aligns with Central Hospital’s mission to establish a world-class integrated healthcare delivery system in Cambodia. By partnering with Exceed Worldwide Cambodia, Central Hospital aims to offer comprehensive physical rehabilitation services, ensuring patients receive quality care.
Long-Term Commitment to Offering Comprehensive Healthcare
“Through this exceptional collaboration of Central Hospital and Exceed, the Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinic opens today, offering patients a comprehensive approach to mobility and rehabilitation,” said Sim Sovannara, Director of Central Hospital. “It is another milestone in our hospital’s chapter, and our team is striving relentlessly to offer the best healthcare for all Cambodians. The opening of the new clinic certainly signifies our long-term commitment to offering comprehensive healthcare and to emerging as a premier hospital in the Kingdom.”
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The clinic will provide a range of physical rehabilitation services, including assessment, diagnosis, prescription, and the production of custom-made prosthetic and orthotic devices. These devices are produced at the Cambodian School of Prosthetics and Orthotics in Phnom Penh.
Chanvicheat Kheng, the clinic manager, emphasized the importance of this development for the Cambodian market, stating, “Exceed has extensive experience in P&O and is ready to expand its prosthetic and orthotic treatment to Cambodian patients. This is the first model clinic located in a private hospital, and we plan to open several others in the future. This clinic will serve as a one-stop service center and aligns with Exceed’s vision. Cambodians do not have to travel to neighboring countries for treatment anymore. International standard P&O quality care is now available in the country, and we are proud of our achievement.”
The introduction of the Exceed Central Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinic is particularly significant for Cambodia, where access to advanced medical services has been limited. Many Cambodians have had to travel to neighboring countries for specialized treatments. The new clinic provides a local solution, reducing the need for costly and time-consuming travel while ensuring high-quality care.
Central Hospital: Offers a Comprehensive Range of Services
Central Hospital, established in 2011, has been a leading medical center in Cambodia, adhering to international standards and specializing in cardiology. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiovascular specialties, general medicine, general surgery, hemodialysis, 24-hour emergency care, laboratory services, imaging, and ambulance services. With 150 beds, four operation theaters, and advanced intensive care facilities, Central Hospital prides itself on innovation and quality patient care.
Exceed Worldwide Cambodia, active since 1989, focuses on supporting people with disabilities, restoring mobility, and enabling them to become independent contributors to society. Exceed provides both subsidized and fully private P&O services, reinvesting profits from paid services to support free services for disadvantaged individuals. Their P&O school, now part of the Faculty of Prosthetic & Orthotic Engineering at the National Institute of Social Affairs, offers accredited degree programs for Cambodian and international students.
This partnership between Central Hospital and Exceed Worldwide Cambodia aims to manage and expand charitable services in the country, ensuring that quality rehabilitation services are accessible to all, particularly those who cannot afford them.
Meaningful Collaboration With Civil Society And The Private Sector
Connor Floyd, the Second Secretary for Development Cooperation at the Australian Embassy in Phnom Penh, stressed the significance of involving the private sector in broadening essential health services for all Cambodians. “Addressing such extensive structural reforms requires effective government leadership and meaningful collaboration with civil society and the private sector,” Floyd stated. He also noted the ongoing changes and reforms in Cambodia’s physical rehabilitation sector to bring it in line with modern international standards. Floyd expressed pride in the Australian government’s endorsement of the hospital unit project, citing it as a successful result of collaboration.
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His Excellency Ngov Kang, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Health, highlighted the government’s ongoing dedication to improving healthcare services across the country. “The Ministry of Health is committed to supporting both the public and private sectors in delivering exceptional healthcare services,” he stated.
He urged the private sector to prioritize excellent patient care, especially for individuals with disabilities. He also underscored the joint efforts of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Health in strengthening Cambodia’s healthcare sector. This includes implementing preventive measures and providing screening services at government centers, with a particular focus on early cancer detection, even in provincial areas. “Our collective efforts aim to enhance healthcare accessibility and quality for all Cambodians, ensuring everyone receives the care they need promptly,” H.E. Ngov Kang affirmed.
The new clinic represents a significant step forward in providing comprehensive care and innovative solutions for those with mobility challenges, reinforcing the government’s commitment to a healthier, more inclusive Cambodia.
