Dear Readers ,
Firstly , I trust that everyone is staying safe and heartily amidst the many changes we have had to bold face this year . Having said that , it is encouraging to observe positive indications of pandemic recovery has begun for many industries , including healthcare travel .
As we approach World Heart Day come 29 September 2022 , it is fitting that we shine a focus on cardiac diseases , which still stand as a leading cause of death , according to World Health Organization ( WHO ). It is estimated that 17.9 million lives are taken annually due to cardiac diseases where one third of these deaths occurred prematurely among those under the age of 70 , WHO reports . The good news is that now is an excellent time to become more proactive with your healthcare . As a top-of-mind destination for healthcare travellers , Malaysia has a world-class healthcare system that healthcare travellers from all over the world can take advantage of .
Advancing Cardiac Care As Asia ’ s Cardiology Hub Malaysia has been setting the pace in cardiology for decades . Today , as an excellent cardiology centre in Asia , we are home to some of the greatest cardiac experts in the world , including 84 cardiothoracic surgery specialists and over 300 cardiologists . Additionally , we have 52 centres that provide cardiology services , which are strictly regulated by the Ministry of Health Malaysia and well-equipped to meet the demand for cardiology services , including screenings , diagnostics , therapeutic services , and complex procedures such as open-heart and thoracic surgeries , and transplants .
Accomplishing significant breakthroughs in cardiac care , Malaysia is continuously living up to its moniker , ‘ The Heartbeat of Asia ’. The National Heart Institute , one of the most prestigious cardiac institutions , became the first hospital outside of the United States of America to implant a Micra AV pacemaker and perform comprehensive corrective heart surgery on an infant weighing just 2.3kg .
More recently , Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur ( CVSKL ), a leading private healthcare facility for cardiac care , was chosen to participate in the 2nd edition of the Chronic Total Occlusion ( CTO ) Live Aid , a live-streamed global charity event dedicated to raising funds for Doctors Without Borders .
The integration of emerging advanced technology and world-class expertise has empowered Malaysia ’ s cardiology field to reach new heights . This is evidenced by the presence of prominent heart disease treatment hospitals , including Island Hospital , Mahkota Medical Centre , Subang Jaya Medical Centre , Regency Specialist Hospital , Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur , Gleneagles Hospital Penang , KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital , Sunway Medical Centre , Penang Adventist Hospital and Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur .
Healing Hearts Beyond Borders Healthcare travellers who opt for Malaysia gain access to high-quality cardiology care at a cost that is nearly six times lower than the costs in countries like the United States of America , according to Patients Beyond Borders . Most importantly , we elevate the healthcare experience by recognising that heart health is more than just about treatments . From prevention to diagnosis to post-surgery care , we prioritise patient care with the necessary support and offer regular cardiac screenings as part of an integrated health evaluation such as heart examinations , electrocardiography , blood testing and nutrition counselling .
Malaysia Healthcare will relentlessly continue to strengthen our capabilities to ensure that healthcare travellers receive quality treatment and great patient experience . I trust that , through our efforts , you will choose Malaysia as the preferred destination for cardiology treatments in the Asia Pacific . We are with you every step of the way . Come and experience true care with Malaysia Healthcare !
Thank you .