Malaysia’s healthcare system continues to go from strength to strength as the government invests more in marketing the country as a global medical tourism destination. Healthcare in Kuala Lumpur offers some of the best healthcare in the country, with high-quality public and private medical facilities available.

Expats moving to Kuala Lumpur will benefit from easy access to relatively inexpensive healthcare, well-trained medical staff and high-tech facilities. Medical insurance is compulsory for foreigners in Malaysia. Some expats opt for local insurance, while others take out additional policies with international insurance companies.

See Healthcare and Health Insurance in Malaysia for an in-depth overview.

Below is a list of recommended public and private hospitals in Kuala Lumpur.

Hospitals in Kuala Lumpur

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Assunta Hospital

Website: www.assunta.com.my
Address: Jalan Templer, PJS 4, Petaling Jaya, 46050 Selangor

Beacon Hospital

Website: www.beaconhospital.com.my
Address: 1 Jalan 215, Section 51, Petaling Jaya, 46050 Selangor

Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur

Website: www.cvskl.com
Address: Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Sunway Medical Centre

Website: www.sunwaymedical.com
Address: 5 Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor

What do expats say about healthcare in Kuala Lumpur?

"There are many options depending on your budget. Premium hospitals/healthcare centres such as Prince Court, Pantai, Gleneagles will set you back a lot, but the care is excellent. In most residential areas you can find smaller clinics for everyday complaints, and also places for cosmetic surgery, which is a booming industry in Malaysia."

Benjamin shares his experience as a British expat living in Kuala Lumpur.

Further reading

►For a more comprehensive overview of the national system, see Healthcare in Malaysia

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