HC Surgical Specialists Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019-06 to 2020-05, 2020-06 to 2021-05, 2021-06 to 2022-05)
Reporting Period: 2019-06 to 2020-05
Environmental Metrics
Waste Generated:6400 liters/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic Performance
- Effluents and Waste
- Employment
- Patients’ Privacy
Environmental Achievements
- Generated approximately 6,400 liters of clinical waste, all incinerated by certified third-party contractors; maintained a zero-incident record for non-compliance with environmental regulations.
Social Achievements
- Held inaugural charity event raising approximately S$73,000 (matched dollar-for-dollar by the company), donated to President’s Challenge and The Courage Fund; maintained 100% return-to-work rate for employees on parental leave; zero reported incidents relating to workplace discrimination; welcomed first female surgeon.
Governance Achievements
- Adheres to the principles and guidelines of the Code of Corporate Governance 2018 issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore; established and adopted whistleblowing policy; implemented Personal Data Protection Policy; appointed a Data Protection Officer; zero incidents of leaks, thefts, or losses of patients’ data; zero complaints regarding breaches of patients’ privacy.
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Maintain zero-incident record for non-compliance to environmental regulations regarding clinical waste in FY2021; maintain approach to safeguard patients’ privacy and achieve zero complaints and breaches to the Personal Data Protection Act in FY2021; embed fair employment practices and target to maintain a zero record of reported incidents relating to discrimination in FY2021.
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic resulted in reduced consultations and operational disruptions; disposal of subsidiaries (HMC Medical Pte. Ltd. and CTK Tan Surgery Pte. Ltd.) impacted revenue.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented safe distancing measures and telecommuting arrangements; provided employees with face masks and hand sanitizers; monitored employee body temperatures; issued COVID-19 updates; encouraged hand sanitizer use and safe distancing for patients; received approximately S$391,000 in government grants under the Jobs Support Scheme.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Works with local vendors in Singapore.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards Sustainability Reporting Guidelines 2016 - Core Option
Reporting Period: 2020-06 to 2021-05
Environmental Metrics
Waste Generated:3,129.78 litres (FY2021)
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic Performance
- Effluents and Waste
- Employment
- Patients’ Privacy
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced clinical waste disposed from 6,429.26 litres to 3,129.78 litres (approximately 51.3% decrease)
Social Achievements
- Donated S$73,400 to The Courage Fund and the President’s Challenge
- Provided all employees with the option to encash unutilized annual leave
- Zero workplace discrimination incident reports received
Governance Achievements
- Adherence to the Code of Corporate Governance 2018
- Implementation of Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest Policy, Whistleblowing Policy, and Data Protection Policy
- Zero reported incidents of loss of patients’ data, theft, or leakage; zero complaints received regarding patients’ privacy
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Economic and operational disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented safe distancing measures and telecommuting arrangements
- Provided employees with face masks and hand sanitizers
- Reviewed supply chain to ensure minimum disruption
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards Sustainability Reporting Guidelines 2016 - Core Option
Reporting Period: 2021-06 to 2022-05
Environmental Metrics
Waste Generated:2925 liters of clinical waste in FY2022
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic Performance
- Waste and Effluents
- Employment
- Patients' Privacy
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced clinical waste generated by 6.5% compared to FY2021
Social Achievements
- Provided all employees with the option to encash unutilized annual leave
- Maintained zero reported incidents of workplace discrimination
- No reported incidents of theft, leakage, or loss of patient data
Governance Achievements
- Implemented robust policies and procedures to manage business risks, including a whistleblowing policy and a conflict of interest policy
- Appointed a Data Protection Officer and implemented measures to handle data breach incidents
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- 17.3% decrease in revenue from FY2021 due to decreased demand for elective medical treatment and easing of COVID-19 restrictions
- Supply chain disruptions, delays, and increased prices due to geopolitical instability
Mitigation Strategies
- Acquisition of remaining 49% of JLES and MLCS
- Signed a tenancy for a new centre in the east of Singapore
- Secured a second 3-year contract with AIA Singapore for health services
- Received S$478,000 in government grants (Job Support Scheme, Rental Support Scheme, Jobs Growth Incentive) and a S$10,000 grant from MOH
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards – Core Option