Malaysia’s healthcare system is advanced, with a robust private sector and a two-tier system that includes public hospitals for citizens and private hospitals for everyone else. Private hospitals are known for high-quality care, skilled international staff, and are a major destination for medical tourism due to relatively low costs compared to other countries.
Institut Jantung Negara Hospital
Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) is a leading cardiovascular and thoracic care hospital in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, known for its specialized services in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery for both adult and pediatric patients. Founded in 1992, IJN is JCI accredited and provides a wide range of treatments, including heart transplants, bypass surgeries, and interventional cardiology like angioplasty, and is a regional center for complex cardiac care and innovation.
KPJ Specialized Hospital
KPJ Specialized Hospitals are a chain of private hospitals in Malaysia operated by KPJ Healthcare Berhad. KPJ Healthcare manages over 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia and provides a comprehensive range of specialized medical services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics, and neurology. They are known for their extensive network and focus on a patient-centric approach, integrating advanced technology with specialized care.
Prince Court Medical Centre
Prince Court Medical Centre (PCMC) is a private, world-class quaternary care hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, known for its high-end medical tourism, specialized services, and hospitality-focused patient care. It is owned and operated by IHH Healthcare, one of the world’s largest hospital operators. IHH Healthcare Berhad completed its acquisition of Prince Court in 2020, adding it to its network of over 70 hospitals across 10 countries.
Subang Jaya Medical Centre
Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC) is a flagship private hospital located in Subang Jaya, Malaysia, known for its wide range of medical specialties and advanced care. Operated by Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care, it serves both local and international patients as a tertiary referral center. The hospital has performed several “firsts” in Malaysian private healthcare, including the first stem cell and bone marrow transplants for adults and children, and the country’s first daycare knee replacement surgery.
Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara
Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara is a private, multi-disciplinary tertiary hospital located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Owned by TMC Life Sciences, it is part of the larger Thomson Medical Group, which has operations in Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The hospital is accessible via public transportation, including the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT). It covers injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
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