Background Of Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council
The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) was established under the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) as the primary agency to develop and promote the healthcare travel industry and position Malaysia as the healthcare destination of choice in the region.

Many healthcare travellers know about Singapore and Thailand but not many have heard about Malaysia being a healthcare travel destination. This is a jewel that has been guarded for a long time. Unless tourists come, see and experience it for themselves, they will not know the high quality of Malaysia healthcare. One of the advantages Malaysia has is the competitive cost of care and a favourable exchange rate.

If you’re searching for a medical tourism destination, look no further than Malaysia. Currently there are 63 private hospitals and healthcare facilities registered under MHTC that provide services to foreign patients.

Private Healthcare In Malaysia 
Today, with the support of the Malaysian Government, a large number of Malaysian private hospitals are actively participating in health tourism. The country offers medical services in a wide range of fields, including cancer treatment and pain management, cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, fertility treatment, general screening and wellness, orthopedic surgery and rehabilitative medicine.

The medical and dental services offered by medical facilities in Malaysia are on par with those in well developed nations. The costs are considerably less than similar ones in neighbouring countries. Malaysian doctors and specialists are highly qualified, having received their training at industry-leading medical schools overseas, in countries such as the United Kingdom and United States, as well as established local universities.

With top-notch medical services providing reliable, safe and effective treatment in comfortable surroundings, ease of access and affordable prices, Malaysia has become a leading choice for foreign patients seeking healthcare treatment abroad. Many private hospitals carry the internationally recognised Joint Commission International (JCI) and/or Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) certification. What’s more, many Malaysian doctors received their postgraduate training in countries such as the United Kingdom, United States, Australia and India.

Malaysia Quality Care
Healthcare in Malaysia is well regulated and patients receiving medical care in Malaysian healthcare facilities can have peace of mind and need not have to worry about quality of care provided. Under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998, the Malaysian Government monitors the quality of private healthcare, and requires that all hospitals be licensed, facilities be up to standard and medical practitioners are qualified and registered with the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC).

The Ministry of Health Malaysia wants to ensure that healthcare travel offered by these providers are holistic, comprehensive and meet the highest standard of quality medical care with emphasis on patient safety. Services offered include secondary, tertiary and specialised care complete with highly trained and skilled personnel, state- of-the-art diagnostic equipment, modern facilities, competitive cost of treatment and excellent hospitality.

BE ASSURED OF QUALITY CARE AND ADDED PEACE OF MIND WHEN RECEIVING HEALTHCARE TREATMENT IN MALAYSIA.

Caring For Your Health
MORE AND MORE PEOPLE these days are health conscious and seeking quality healthcare that can help them lead a healthier life. The latest medical technologies and new, safer procedures make complicated surgeries easier than ever. This has helped build the confidence of patients, especially foreign patients seeking healthcare treatment in Malaysia.

The recent emergence of non or minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, including laser treatments, has revolutionised plastic surgery, making Malaysia a preferred destination for cosmetic procedures ranging from cellulite reduction to facial rejuvenation.

Language Competency
One of Malaysia’s biggest plus points for foreigners seeking medical treatment is that almost all Malaysians speak English. This is especially so among healthcare practitioners and support staff as it is important for your doctor to be able to clearly explain what to expect from your surgery as well as how to take care of yourself after the procedure.

So, whether it is a minor cosmetic correction during an extended holiday or major surgery, the quest ends here. There are countless reasons that account for Malaysia’s growing popularity as a healthcare destination.

DISCOVER THE LATEST STATE-OF-THE-ART SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN MALAYSIA. LOOK AND FEEL GOOD WITH SAFE, COST-EFFECTIVE AND RELIABLE PROCEDURES.

Ease Of Entry
MHTC also looks into facilitating the ease of entry from door to door to enable health travellers to obtain treatment without much hassle. MHTC acts as a one-stop centre for all matters related to healthcare. Besides facilitating ease of entry, the council also deals with enquiries on the scope of services offered, policies and programmes as well as the quality development of healthcare to give foreign visitors total peace of mind when they are in Malaysia for treatment.

Getting to Malaysia is also easy with over 40 airlines arriving and departing the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on a daily basis, including the country’s national carrier Malaysia Airlines (MAS). The state-of-the-art airport is strategically located at Sepang, about 50km or an hour’s drive from the country’s capital, Kuala Lumpur.

HEALTHCARE TREATMENT IN MALAYSIA: A SEAMLESS PROCESS!

Add A Holiday Stay 
Malaysia is also one of Southeast Asia’s top travel destinations, possessing an endless range of tourist attractions and activities for you and your family as it caters for the cosmopolitan shoppers, cultural enthusiasts, history buffs and nature-lovers. Comprising Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia, which is part of the Borneo archipelago, Malaysia will truly amaze you with a unique shopping experience, the splendour of its cultural arts and natural heritage as well as its rich flora and fauna.

Consider combining your treatment with a holiday during your recuperation period. Many patients bring family members who can provide encouragement and support during treatment. Malaysia offers visitors beautiful unspoiled beaches and ecotourism experiences, cosmopolitan cities with world-class shopping and magnificent nightlife, and a fabulous range of cuisine choices due to its multi-ethnic mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures.

QUALITY AND AFFORDABILITY, ALL WITHIN A TROPICAL PARADISE LIKE NO OTHER. THAT’S THE MALAYSIA PROMISE.

So if you are seeking quality treatment at competitive rates, look into what Malaysia Healthcare can offer. You may well find the holiday experience of a lifetime that brings you home looking and feeling years younger!

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council
Unit A-13-8, Level 13, Tower A, Menara UOA Bangsar,
No.5, Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel: +603 2283 2003 • Fax: +603 2283 1025 • Email: info@mhtc.org.my
Website: www.mhtc.org.my