I refer to Malaysiakini report Cabinet hits pause button on IJN sale.

I am glad the cabinet realises that sale of IJN - approved by the deputy prime minister - is not the right idea and has put a hold on it. It is commendable our leaders are looking beyond dollars and cents or trying to unload something seen as a 'burden' to the government.
 
A big conglomerate like Sime Darby eyeing IJN is not to do charity work but it sees the rise in heart ailments requiring surgical procedures as a very lucrative business venture.
 
A lot is often said at the beginning to justify one's actions for such a move but once the takeover is completed then it is a new ball game and new rules come to play and the poor are made the eventual victims of corporate greed and ambitions.  
 
I for one, do not believe that Sime Darby is all heart to bring within its fold the high cost in medical expenses brought about by the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Only the government can shoulder such a huge responsibility of providing a comprehensive and affordable healthcare service to the public bearing in mind the many poor and pensioners who seek its help.
 
Once this specialised hospital goes under the mallet, do not expect swift surgery for the poor as it is being provided now. I have known of cases where the operations are done immediately owing to the urgency even though the patient is not able to pay for the operation. The kind surgeon who reviews the case, sees the need for immediate action to save a human life above anything else.
 
Such is the dedication, kindness, compassion, care and concern shown by the team of exemplary surgeons and support staff of IJN who really put their heart and soul into their work and at no time have I been told of anyone being treated differently be they rich or poor. It is service par excellence all the way.   
 
They are the unsung heroes of the medical profession who are not there for glory, fame or wealth. Just to do their work for humanity with a generous heart.
 
Do not use the IJN staff as scapegoats for your own selfish plans and intentions. Leave them alone to carry on their dedicated service, they are not complaining or looking for a cash cow.
 
Do not compromise on its existing humanitarian service to mankind. Many people cannot afford medical insurance or are not fully protected and rely entirely on the government for medical treatment at an affordable fee. Please continue to safeguard their interests.     
 
Just scrape this idea of selling it to Sime Darby. The money saved or gained is not worth the life lost. Today private hospitals practise what we call ‘no money no talk’ even in emergency cases.
 
Do not expect Sime Darby to be Father Christmas to the poor. It is unfair to ask a profit making venture to shoulder your responsibility and obligation to the public.