APHM is the association for all the private hospitals in Malaysia. Currently there are 99 private hospitals and medical centres who are members of APHM. Out of this, 35 private hospitals are actively involved in health tourism. There are many advantages in choosing Malaysia for your private health and medical requirements. Medical charges and hospitalisation costs in Malaysia are very competitive compared to those in many developed countries. Malaysian medical expertise is also ranked among the best in the world.

For example, a normal cardiac bypass surgery (CABG) would cost in the region of USD6,OOO - USD7,OOO. The favourable exchange rate of USD1.OO to RM3.80 contributes further to make it an affordable destination. Another reason to consider Malaysia is the wide choice of state-of-the-art private medical centres available. These establishments are well-equipped and staffed to serve the healthcare needs of people from all over the world.

Medical specialists in the country are highly qualified professionals, and supported by well-trained para-medical staff and sophisticated medical equipment.
Malaysia's major selling point is its ability to perform difficult treatments. Among the most popularly requested operations are cardiac bypass surgery-the National Heart Institute is a leading center in the region-and fertility treatments, with the country's premier Damansara Fertility Centre claiming in vitro success rates that match top U.S. clinics'.

In Malaysia, all private medical centres are approved and licensed by the Ministry of Health. Most of the private medical centres have achieved certification for internationally recognised quality standards, for example, MS ISO 9002 or accreditation by the Malaysian Society for Quality of Health (MSQH). Most private medical centres in Malaysia offer comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, ranging from suites to private rooms for single occupancy or more. Room charges, inclusive of meals, vary between medical centres but remain at an attractive level.

In summary, Malaysia is a healthcare destination of choice because:

• All medical staff are English speaking;
• A harmonous, plural society practising a variety of religions (for example, muslim "halal" food can be easily found);
• Favourable exchange rates (one Ringgit Malaysia is equivalent to approx. USD 0.26, Sterling Pound 0.18, Indonesian Rupiah 2700, Saudi Riyal 0.96, Brunei dollar 0.47, Singapore dollar 0.47);
• Affordable hospitalisation costs. An uncomplicated CABG would cost in the region of US$6,000-7,000;
• Highly-trained medical specialists, most with recognised post-graduate qualifications from the UK, Australia and the USA;
• Multi-ethnic, multi-lingual support staff from various religious denominations, e.g. Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, etc.
• Accessibility to major international airports. There are 224 hospitals in the private sector located nationwide;
• Comprehensive network of hospitals and clinics. 88.5% of the population is within 5 km of a public health clinic or private practitioner.

Address :

Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia (APHM)
No. 43 2nd Floor
Jalan Mamanda 9
Ampang Point
68000 Ampang
Selangor
Tel : 603-4252 0278
Fax : 603-4251 0278
Email : aphm@aphm.org.my
Website : hospitals-malaysia.org