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Island Hospital

Private hospital in Georgetown, Penang

PrivatePremiumInternational Patient Desk
4.7
Accreditations
JCIMSQHMHTC Flagship 2025ISO 9001
Founded
1996
Beds
750+
Avg Wait
5 days

Why Patients Choose This Hospital

  • Largest private hospital in northern Malaysia
  • MHTC Flagship Hospital 2025 — Malaysia's top medical tourism designation
  • Robotic surgery + proton therapy available
  • International Patient Centre handles end-to-end travel coordination

About Island Hospital

The largest private hospital in northern Malaysia and MHTC Flagship hospital 2025. Island Hospital offers 750+ beds, 25+ medical specialties, and cutting-edge technology including robotic surgery and proton therapy. Their International Patient Centre handles end-to-end travel coordination.

Specialties

OncologyCardiologyNeurologyOrthopaedicsFertilityGeneral Surgery

Languages Spoken

EnglishMandarinMalayTamilCantonese
Insider Tip

Book through their International Patient Centre for a dedicated case manager who handles everything from pre-arrival medical records review to discharge planning and follow-up telehealth calls.

Procedures Available at This Hospital

Dental Implant (Single)

RM 3,500 - RM 6,000 (USD 750-1,300) · 3 days recovery

Porcelain Veneers (per tooth)

RM 1,200 - RM 2,200 (USD 260-480) · 1 day recovery

Invisalign / Clear Aligners

RM 8,000 - RM 18,000 (USD 1,750-3,900) · 0 days recovery

Full Mouth Rehabilitation

RM 20,000 - RM 60,000 (USD 4,300-13,000) · 14 days recovery

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

RM 15,000 - RM 28,000 (USD 3,250-6,100) · 14 days recovery

Breast Augmentation

RM 18,000 - RM 32,000 (USD 3,900-6,950) · 10 days recovery

Liposuction

RM 8,000 - RM 20,000 (USD 1,750-4,350) · 7 days recovery

Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

RM 22,000 - RM 45,000 (USD 4,800-9,800) · 21 days recovery

Coronary Angioplasty (PCI with Stent)

RM 25,000 - RM 50,000 (USD 5,450-10,900) · 5 days recovery

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)

RM 55,000 - RM 100,000 (USD 12,000-21,750) · 42 days recovery

Knee Replacement (Total)

RM 35,000 - RM 55,000 (USD 7,600-11,960) · 21 days recovery

Hip Replacement (Total)

RM 38,000 - RM 60,000 (USD 8,250-13,050) · 21 days recovery

Spinal Disc Surgery (Discectomy)

RM 20,000 - RM 45,000 (USD 4,350-9,800) · 14 days recovery

ACL Reconstruction

RM 22,000 - RM 40,000 (USD 4,800-8,700) · 14 days recovery

Shoulder Arthroscopy

RM 15,000 - RM 30,000 (USD 3,250-6,520) · 10 days recovery

LASIK Eye Surgery (Both Eyes)

RM 3,500 - RM 7,000 (USD 760-1,520) · 3 days recovery

Cataract Surgery (per eye)

RM 4,000 - RM 10,000 (USD 870-2,175) · 7 days recovery

Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)

RM 6,000 - RM 15,000 (USD 1,300-3,260) · 14 days recovery

IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) - Single Cycle

RM 12,000 - RM 22,000 (USD 2,600-4,800) · 2 days recovery

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

RM 15,000 - RM 25,000 (USD 3,250-5,450) · 2 days recovery

Executive Health Screening

RM 1,500 - RM 5,000 (USD 325-1,090) · 0 days recovery

Colonoscopy

RM 1,200 - RM 2,800 (USD 260-610) · 1 day recovery

Hair Transplant (FUE, per graft)

RM 5 - RM 10 per graft (USD 1.10-2.20) · 10 days recovery

Gastric Sleeve (Laparoscopic)

RM 25,000 - RM 40,000 (USD 5,450-8,700) · 14 days recovery

Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)

RM 35,000 - RM 55,000 (USD 7,600-11,960) · 21 days recovery

Intragastric Balloon

RM 8,000 - RM 15,000 (USD 1,750-3,260) · 3 days recovery

Laser Skin Resurfacing (Full Face)

RM 2,500 - RM 6,000 (USD 545-1,300) · 7 days recovery

Chemical Peel (Medium Depth)

RM 500 - RM 1,500 (USD 110-325) · 5 days recovery

Mole/Lesion Removal

RM 300 - RM 800 (USD 65-175) · 1 day recovery

Contact Island Hospital

Address

308 Macalister Road, 10450 Georgetown, Penang

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Island Hospital accredited for international patients?

Island Hospital holds the following accreditations: JCI, MSQH, MHTC Flagship 2025, ISO 9001. JCI (Joint Commission International) is the gold standard for hospital accreditation worldwide, equivalent to the highest standards in the USA, UK, and Australia.

What languages are spoken at Island Hospital?

Staff at Island Hospital speak English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil, Cantonese. The hospital has a dedicated International Patient Desk to assist overseas patients with coordination, translation, and travel arrangements.

How much does treatment cost at Island Hospital?

Island Hospital is classified as premium pricing. While premium-priced by Malaysian standards, costs are still 40-65% lower than equivalent hospitals in Singapore, the UK, or USA.

How do I book an appointment at Island Hospital?

You can contact Island Hospital directly by phone at +604-238 3388 or visit their website. For international patients, the hospital's International Patient Centre can coordinate your entire visit including pre-arrival medical records review, cost estimates, airport pickup, and accommodation recommendations.

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