Calling for Help from All Sources — Individuals, NGOs, Corporates, Influencers, and Media
Together, we can save a life.
Yayasan Suria JB is urgently appealing to the public to support Mr. Lee Wai Shiang, a 44-year-old father of three, who is battling end-stage heart failure and urgently needs an LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) implant to survive.
Latest Updates (2 May 2025) 🗓
Volunteers James Ho and Joyce Ong visited Mr. Lee on 1/5/2025 and confirmed that his condition is critical. His next check-up at IJN is on 14th May.
Mr. Lee, once an electrician, has been unable to work due to his condition. His wife is now trying to learn the trade to support the family. They have three young children (ages 10, 7, and 4) still in school.
They have managed to raise RM100,000 through the sale of personal belongings, but they are still in need of more financial support for the surgery and medical expenses. They are currently staying at his in-laws’ house.
His insurance does not cover the cost of LVAD accessories.
Mr. Lee’s mother works for Lee Biscuits and lives in Tampoi. His sister got married and now lives in Kuala Lumpur.
Medical Background 🏥
Mr. Lee’s condition began in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. It started with gastrointestinal symptoms but quickly worsened. In January 2020, he collapsed and was rushed to the hospital.
Doctors discovered fluid build-up in the lungs, which was pressing against his chest. After further tests, they diagnosed it as severe heart failure caused by virus-induced myocarditis. His current heart function is only 17%.
To survive, doctors strongly recommend immediate surgery to implant an LVAD artificial heart support device.
Goal & Donation Info 💰
Total Required: RM700,000
Raised So Far: RM25,000 (via Yayasan Suria’s donation to spearhead this campaign).
Campaign Ends Once Target is met.
Bank Details for Donations:
🏦 Bank: Hong Leong Bank
🔢 Account No.: 047-000-297-65
👤 Account Name: YAYASAN KEBAJIKAN SURIA KAWASAN PERMAS JOHOR BAHRU
(Tax-exempt for RM50+ donations. Please remark: “Lee Wai Shiang”)
🧾 Receipts issued for donations RM50 and above upon request.
Contact Persons ☎
📞 Uncle James Ho: +60 19-772 4172
📞 Joyce Ong: +60 18-392 5012
Let’s come together and be the hope Mr. Lee and his family need.
Please donate, share, or connect us with someone who can help.
Every ringgit makes a difference. Every act of kindness matters.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! ❤
God bless!