Clinical Research Centre
Hospital Duchess of Kent
Sandakan, Sabah
WhoWe Are
Established in 2014, Clinical Research Centre Hospital Duchess of Kent (CRC HDOK) is the fourth CRC in Sabah dedicated to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge clinical research and innovation. We strive to improve patient outcomes by conducting high-quality, ethical, and patient-centered research. Our team of experienced researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals collaborates with industry partners, academic institutions, and governmental agencies to explore new therapies, technologies, and approaches to healthcare. We are committed to making meaningful contributions to medical science while ensuring the safety and well-being of our participants.
OurTeam
InvestigatorsHighlight
Head of CRC, Head of Surgical Department, Head of Endoscopy Unit, Head of Wound Care, Hospital Duchess of Kent
Email: dr.laichungket@moh.gov.my
MD (USM), MMed Surgery (USM)
Areas of interest: Minimal Invasive Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Endoscopy, Wound Care
Awards and achievements:
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Excellent Service Award, Ministry of Health Malaysia (2005, 2013, 2021)
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Award of Appreciation for involving ‘Op Daulat Sulu Invasion in Lahad Datu , 2013
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Member of Development Group in Clinical Practice Guideline ‘ Foreign Body Ingestion in Children’
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Member of National wound Care Commitee
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Member of National Basic surgical Training Programme Commitee
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Member of National Surgical Obstetric Anaesthesiology Planning (NSOAP)
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Trainer for Master Student of General Surgery
Dr. Lai is a Consultant General surgeon with special interest in minimal invasive surgery, surgical oncology, endoscopy and wound care. He has established the Laparoscopic service and ERCP service in this hospital. He has interest and enthusiastic in global surgery. He has done many cancer awareness and prevention programme and expanding endoscopic outreach activity in the rural area of sabah. He has established wound care service and wound care training at this region. Apart from his busy clinical work and responsibility, he has participated in many clinical research and presented in numerous local and international conferences.
Research Highlights
- He had done many studies related to the Helicobacter pylori infection and innovation in endoscopy approach. Recently, he has presented in the international conference for OGDS in sitting position.
- He has participated as one of the clinical site for wound study: Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of the combined application of Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) on chronic wound
Recent Publications
| NMRR-24-00164-PHJ | A study of determining the risk factors for cardiovascular disease in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| NMRR-24-01851-RU4 | A Study on the Documentation Compliance on Catheter Insertion and the Factors Contributing to Phlebitis Among Patients Admitted in the Medical-Surgical Ward in the Tertiary Care Setting |
| NMRR-24-01691-ETD | A 2-Year Cause and Outcome Clinical Audit on in-patient Falls and Patient Safety in Hospitals |
| NMRR-24-01389-1PL | The Trend Of Handing Over Confiscated Unregistered Products And Unnotified Cosmetics By The Ministry Of Health Malaysia To The Sabah Pharmacy Enforcement Branch From Other Enforcement Agencies From 2005 - 2023 In Sabah |
List of Publications associated with CRC HDOK
- Midaortic Syndrome – A Rare Cause of Resistant Hypertension
- US Narayanan, BDK Leong, K Aimanan, CK Lai
- US Narayanan, BDK Leong, K Aimanan, CK Lai
- Assessment of the public perception of the hospital pharmacist and their satisfaction level with the pharmacy services provided in a developing country – a cross-sectional survey in Malaysia
- Kong, K.K., Ong. S.C.
Services at CRC Hospital Duchess of Kent
CRC HDOK provides training through workshops and consultations:
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Support for Research Projects: NMRR online registration
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Assist in protocol writing
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Consultation of statistical and research project
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Assist in research grant application
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Mentorship for research protocol development
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Research Training, Courses & Workshop
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Research Methodology Workshop
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List of Training Provided:
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- Good Clinical Practice
- Introduction to Clinical Research
- Basic Research Methodology
- Basic to intermediate medical statistics
- Research reference management
- Evidence-based medicine
- Scientific writing workshop
CRC Training Room
CRC Office
Sample Storage Cabinet
Meet Our Collaborators
CRC Hospital Duchess of Kent, Sandakan, Sabah
Email: crchdoksdk@gmail.com
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