Cardiology & Heart Surgery in Malaysia

Cardiac procedures — including coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), angioplasty, and valve surgery — are a major reason patients from Indonesia, the Middle East, and beyond travel to Malaysia, drawn by internationally accredited cardiac centres at a fraction of the cost back home.

Typical cost range (per published sources)

MalaysiaRM50,000 – RM120,000 (~USD 12,000 average) for CABG

Singapore~USD 35,000 average for CABG

UK~USD 70,000 – 200,000 for CABG

Figures are approximate ranges compiled from published medical tourism cost comparisons — actual pricing depends on the procedure's complexity, hospital, and length of post-operative stay.

What to look for

• A dedicated cardiac centre with JCI or MSQH accreditation, not just a general hospital
• Surgeon specialisation and case volume for your specific procedure
• ICU capacity and post-operative care standards, confirmed directly with the hospital

Planning your visit

Cardiac surgery requires an in-person pre-operative assessment and typically a longer recovery stay — often two to four weeks including time before you're medically cleared to fly. Share your full medical history and recent test results with the hospital's international patient department in advance so they can confirm suitability before you travel.

Find an accredited provider

For a directory of MHTC-accredited hospitals and clinics, visit the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council — the government-backed body overseeing medical tourism in Malaysia.

Visit mhtc.org.my

Hospitals and licensed facilitators interested in partnering with HealthyKaki can reach us at hello@stardance.io.

Information directory only

This page provides general, publicly-sourced information for planning purposes only — it is not medical advice, and HealthyKaki is not a medical provider, booking platform, or facilitator. Treatment suitability, risks, pricing, and outcomes vary by individual and provider; always consult a qualified physician and verify current details directly with the hospital or clinic before making any decision. HealthyKaki does not endorse specific providers and does not coordinate, book, or profit from medical procedures.