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Medical Tourism in Malaysia
Discover Medical Categories Available in Malaysia
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery 21 clinics
- Cosmetology 19 clinics
- Dermatology 19 clinics
- Dentistry 10 clinics
- Reproductive Medicine 10 clinics
- Hair Restoration 9 clinics
- Orthopedics 8 clinics
- General Medicine 8 clinics
- Gynecology 8 clinics
- Urology 8 clinics
- Diagnostic Imaging 7 clinics
- Regenerative Medicine 7 clinics
- Laboratory Medicine 6 clinics
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 6 clinics
- Allergology 6 clinics
- Cardiology 4 clinics
- Oncology 4 clinics
- Endocrinology 4 clinics
- General Surgery 4 clinics
- Ophthalmology 4 clinics
- Anesthetics 3 clinics
- Bariatric Surgery 3 clinics
- Gastroenterology 3 clinics
- Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) 2 clinics
- Neurology 2 clinics
- Psychiatry 2 clinics
- Immunology 2 clinics
- Vascular Medicine 1 clinic
- Infectious Diseases 1 clinic
- Colorectal Medicine 1 clinic
- Tropical medicine 1 clinic
- Spinal Surgery 1 clinic
- Podiatric Medicine 1 clinic
- Maxillofacial Surgery 1 clinic
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine 1 clinic
- Rheumatology 1 clinic
Discover the Regions of Malaysia
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Kuala Lumpur 105 clinics
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Selangor 83 clinics
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Johor 25 clinics
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Penang 22 clinics
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Sarawak 8 clinics
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Perak 7 clinics
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Sabah 7 clinics
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Melaka 5 clinics
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Kedah 2 clinics
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Negeri Sembilan 2 clinics
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Pahang 1 clinic
Popular Treatments in Malaysia
Your Guide to Medical Tourism in Malaysia
Updated September 2026. Prices here come from the starting prices clinics list with us, converted to US dollars. Each range runs from the lower quarter to the upper quarter of those listings, so the cheapest and most expensive outliers are left out.
Malaysia is one of Asia's most established medical travel destinations. Its strength is its private hospitals: large, modern groups such as Gleneagles, Pantai, KPJ and Sunway, where English is widely spoken and many doctors trained in the UK, Ireland or Australia. Patients come mainly from Indonesia, Singapore and the wider region, and increasingly from further afield, for health screening, cardiology, orthopaedics, fertility treatment, dentistry and aesthetic treatment. We list 267 clinics and hospitals in Malaysia.
What Malaysia is best for
- Hospital care at moderate prices. Check-ups, heart care, joint replacement, fertility and cancer care at internationally accredited private hospitals, typically well below the cost in Singapore, Australia or the Gulf.
- Health screening. Comprehensive check-ups are a mainstay of Malaysian private hospitals, often completed in a day.
- Fertility treatment. IVF typically lists at $3,500 to $4,250 per cycle at the clinics listing a price.
- Dentistry and aesthetics. A large number of dental and aesthetic clinics in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.
What treatment costs in Malaysia
Fewer Malaysian clinics publish prices than in Turkey or Thailand, and many hospitals quote after a consultation, so treat these as a guide. Each links to every clinic offering that treatment in Malaysia.
| Treatment | Typical starting price | Clinics listing a price |
|---|---|---|
| Dental implant (per implant) | $1,250 to $1,450 | 6 |
| Dental crown (per tooth) | $160 to $270 | 6 |
| Braces | $750 to $1,900 | 7 |
| Teeth whitening | $290 to $390 | 8 |
| Botox injections | $130 to $340 | 8 |
| Dermal fillers | $200 to $400 | 13 |
| Hair transplant | $1,050 to $2,700 | 6 |
| CoolSculpting | $470 to $560 | 5 |
| IVF (per cycle) | $3,500 to $4,250 | 4 |
Where to go in Malaysia
| Area | Clinics listed | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | 105 | The largest private hospitals and specialist centres. Dentistry, cosmetic surgery |
| Selangor | 83 | The suburbs around the capital, including Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya, home to Sunway Medical Centre. Dentistry, cosmetic surgery |
| Johor | 25 | Johor Bahru, just across the causeway from Singapore, popular with Singapore residents. Dentistry |
| Penang | 22 | George Town's private hospitals, long popular with patients from Indonesia |
Accredited hospitals
Malaysian private hospitals are accredited nationally by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH), and several also hold Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. Among those listed with us:
- Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur (JCI and MSQH)
- Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur (JCI)
- KPJ Ampang Puteri, Selangor (JCI)
- Gleneagles Medini Hospital, Johor (JCI)
- KPJ Penang (JCI)
- Pantai Hospital Penang (MSQH)
- International Specialist Eye Centre, Kuala Lumpur
- SunMed Fertility Centre, Sunway Medical Centre
How Malaysia regulates private healthcare
Private hospitals and clinics are licensed by the Ministry of Health, and doctors must be registered with the Malaysian Medical Council, whose online register you can search by name. The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), a government agency, promotes the country to international patients and works with member hospitals. Asking whether a hospital is an MHTC member and MSQH accredited is a sensible first check.
Planning your trip
- Entry. Many nationalities can enter Malaysia without a visa for a short stay. Check the current rules for your passport, especially if treatment and recovery will be long.
- Getting there. Kuala Lumpur International Airport has direct flights across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Australia; Penang and Johor Bahru have good regional links.
- Language. English is widely used in private hospitals, alongside Malay, Mandarin and Tamil.
- Costs. Ask for an itemised estimate: hospital bills in Malaysia usually separate the doctor's fee, the room, medicines and tests.
See our guides to checks and questions to ask a clinic abroad and aftercare, insurance and paying for treatment abroad, and where to go for medical tourism to compare Malaysia with other destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Is Malaysia good for medical tourism?
Yes, particularly for hospital-based care such as check-ups, cardiology, orthopaedics and fertility treatment. Its private hospitals are modern, widely accredited and generally cheaper than those in Singapore or Australia.
Is treatment in Malaysia cheaper than in Singapore?
Generally yes. Many Singapore residents cross to Johor Bahru for dental work and check-ups for this reason.
Do doctors in Malaysia speak English?
In private hospitals, almost always. Many specialists trained in the UK, Ireland or Australia.
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Prices change and are set by each clinic; confirm the current price and what it includes with the clinic before you book.