However, the focus on research in oncology and women’s health may reduce engagement with the community as only referred patients will be treated. There is a need to implement the plans to establish partnerships between AMDI’s specialist researchers and local communities in identifying health problems and providing solutions for healthy lifestyle. The institute has also commendable plans to build its collaboration with schools to develop health care education. There is considerable urban-rural divide in Penang and particularly in the Northern Corridor Economic Region: rural areas have reduced access to public services and due to ageing population are in need of paramedical care and nutritional awareness.