Top 10 Best Hospitals In Malaysia 2024/25 By Newsweek and Statista
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An overview of the medical system in Malaysia
Through its public healthcare system, Malaysia offers its inhabitants access to healthcare for everyone. Under Budget 2023, the Malaysian government set aside $7.6 billion to support wellness and health initiatives, renovate and repair medical facilities, boost the efficacy of medical treatments, replace aging and essential medical equipment, and digitize healthcare services. To guarantee the provision of top-notch healthcare services, both the public and commercial healthcare sectors will concentrate their efforts over the next ten years on increasing investment in medical equipment, digital health, and healthcare technology. This project is a component of a larger modernization drive that also includes elder care, non-communicable disease management, and epidemic preparedness.
Malaysia has a two-tiered healthcare system, with a private healthcare system operating alongside the government-run healthcare sector. In 2020, there were 202 private hospitals and 146 government hospitals in Malaysia. Either private insurance or whole self-funding out of pocket is required for services at private healthcare facilities. As a result, the upper-middle class to affluent section of the population in Malaysia primarily uses private healthcare services.
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Which hospital in Malaysia is the best?
According to Newsweek, Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) is ranked in the top 250 hospitals worldwide for the 2024 World's Best Hospitals rankings.
The 2024 rankings used information from patient surveys and hospital quality metrics in addition to a thorough worldwide survey of physicians, healthcare workers, and administrators across four continents in an effort to benchmark hospitals globally in the areas of clinical excellence, research, and innovation.
Only the top 250 hospitals—public, university teaching, and private medical centers—were recognized in the global listing out of 2,400 selected hospitals from 30 countries. This year marks the inaugural ranking of any hospital in Malaysia.
| Lau Beng Long, president of Sunway Healthcare Group, stated, "We are immensely honored that SMC, despite being a relatively young hospital, is recognized among the world's best hospitals, in rankings that have seen the likes of Mayo Clinic (the United States), Singapore General Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (Australia), and the University of Tokyo Hospital (Japan). SMC, which opened its doors in 1999, is Malaysia's largest private quaternary hospital, with 724 licensed beds and offering over 40 specialties. Additionally, the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards has accredited it. |
Top 10 Best Hospitals In Malaysia By Newsweek and Statista 2024/2025
1. Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
https://gleneagles.com.my/kuala-lumpur
Address: 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; 282 & 286 Jalan Ampang
A private hospital located in Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is called Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur (GKL), formerly known as Gleneagles Intan Medical Center. After receiving funding in 1996, the hospital opened for business on August 1st of the same year. Three other Gleneagles hospitals in Malaysia are owned by IHH Healthcare, which also owns GKL as a subsidiary of Pantai Medical Centre Sdn Bhd.
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2. Sunway Medical Centre, Petaling Jaya
https://www.sunwaymedical.com/
Address: 5, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya;
Sunway Medical Centre is a private hospital accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) and the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) that was founded in November 1999. Situated in Sunway City, a smart and sustainable development, Sunway Medical Centre is encircled by an environment that will serve as an inspiration for a safe, connected, and healthy society for future generations. A short stroll from the hospital are the Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Sunway Pyramid mall, Sunway Lagoon entertainment park, Sunway University, and Monash University.
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3. Subang Jaya Medical Centre
https://subangjayamedicalcentre.com/
Its address is SS 12, Subang Jaya, 47301 Subang.
The flagship hospital, Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC), is renowned for its clinical results and has an impeccable reputation as one of Malaysia's most reliable private medical facilities.
Situated in the vibrant Subang Jaya subarban township, this 443-bed private hospital offers tertiary care and multidisciplinary services. Major highways allow for a 30-minute commute to both the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and the city center of Kuala Lumpur.
4. Kuala Lumpur Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
http://hkl.moh.gov.my/index.php/j-stuff/visiting-hours
Address: Wilayah Persekutuan, Jalan Pahang, 50586 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
The largest public general hospital in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is controlled by the Malaysian government and is known as Kuala Lumpur Hospital (abbreviated HKL). Established in 1870, HKL is a non-profit organization that functions as the flagship hospital for the public healthcare system in Malaysia. This hospital is a referral and tertiary care facility. Situated on 150 acres of excellent city land, this hospital has 2,300 beds spread across 84 wards, making it one of the largest in the world. Over 90% of the beds in HKL are reserved for patients on financial assistance, giving them access to reasonably priced healthcare that meets international standards.
5. The Pantai Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
https://www.pantai.com.my/kuala-lumpur
Address: 59100 Kuala Lumpur, 8, Jalan Bukit Pantai
For fifty years, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur has been the go-to medical center, distinguished as a healthcare landmark within the prestigious Pantai brand. In addition to having 450 licensed beds, the hospital is home to more than 200 doctors who specialize in different sectors, meaning that all of our patients receive one-stop care.
6. Kuala Lumpur's Prince Court Medical Centre
https://princecourt.com/
39 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur is the address.
Prince Court Medical Centre, a prestigious tertiary hospital in KL's golden triangle, is renowned for its roomy atmosphere and sophisticated patient-care techniques. It has established the standard for a high-end, family-focused healthcare institution in the twenty-first century, together with service excellence and a compassionate touch. 7. KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, Ampang Currently, PCMC has 277 single beds, 170 specialists, and over 35 specializations and subspecialties supported by our knowledgeable clinical team.
7. KPJ Healthcare Berhad
https://kpjhealth.com.my/ampang/
1 Jln Memanda 9, Ampang, Selangor is the address.
KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJHB), the healthcare branch of Johor Corporation, is in charge of KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital (KPJ APSH). Johor Corporation currently owns and operates 25 hospitals both domestically and overseas. The Group's first purpose-built hospital is KPJ APSH.
KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital occupies a total of 330,000 square feet of built-up area on 5.35 acres of land. Construction started in November 1993, and in March 1995, control was transferred to KPJHB management. An international architect created it with the intention of bringing high-quality healthcare closer to our clients. KPJ APSH is conveniently accessible from Kuala Lumpur and Selangor thanks to its strategic location. The public was able to view KPJ APSH on June 15, 1995, and it was formally introduced on March 30, 1996.
8. Shah Alam's Ara Damansara Medical Centre
https://aradamansaramedicalcentre.com/
Address: 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor; 2, Jalan Lapangan Terbang Subang, Seksyen U2.
Across Oasis Ara at the intersection of Petaling Jaya and Shah Alam, Ara Damansara Medical Centre (ADMC) boasts a tranquil and opulent atmosphere.
With 220 beds, the hospital can accommodate your private and individual medical needs with a variety of premium medical services.
9. Ampang Pantai Hospital, Kuala Lumpur
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https://www.pantai.com.my/ampang
Address: Pandan Indah, Jalan Perubatan 1, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Situated in the center of Pandan Indah, Pantai Hospital Ampang is easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur city.
Here, patients receive exceptional medical knowledge from skilled medical professionals in a compassionate setting using state-of-the-art technology.
10. Island Hospital, George Town
https://islandhospital.com/
The address of Island Hospital is 308 Jln Macalister, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang.
In the Malaysianstate of Penang, Island Hospital is a private medical facility located in George Town. Established in 1996, this 300-bed tertiary care facility employs more than 60 full-time specialists among nine locations.
In summary
Due to its well-established private healthcare facilities, highly skilled medical staff, and internationally renowned physicians, Malaysia has become a popular destination for medical travel. Health travelers can only be served by private healthcare professionals. Malaysia has fierce competition from Singapore and Thailand, two nearby nations, for medical tourists in the region.
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