Northern Heart Hospital
Specialist hospital in Georgetown, Penang
Why Patients Choose This Hospital
- MSQH accredited to March 2030 (national register)
- Single-specialty cardiac and vascular hospital
- Hybrid operating theatre and electrophysiology laboratory on site
- Outpatient clinics closed Sundays and public holidays
About Northern Heart Hospital
A single-specialty cardiac and vascular hospital in George Town, covering cardiology, electrophysiology and cardiothoracic, thoracic and vascular surgery. Facilities include cardiac catheterisation labs, a hybrid operating theatre, an electrophysiology laboratory and critical care.
Specialties
Languages Spoken
Outpatient hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm and Saturday morning only, closed Sundays and public holidays — narrower than the general hospitals, so plan consultations around it. Being single-specialty, it is a referral destination for cardiac work rather than a first stop for undiagnosed symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northern Heart Hospital accredited for international patients?
Northern Heart Hospital holds the following accreditations: MSQH, MHTC. MSQH (Malaysian Society for Quality in Health) is the national hospital accreditation body in Malaysia.
What languages are spoken at Northern Heart Hospital?
Staff at Northern Heart Hospital speak English, Malay. While there is no dedicated international patient desk, English-speaking staff are available.
How much does treatment cost at Northern Heart Hospital?
Northern Heart Hospital is classified as mid-range pricing. Its prices are mid-range for Penang. What you pay depends on the treatment and your case: ask the hospital for a written, itemised quote.
What does Northern Heart Hospital specialise in?
Northern Heart Hospital is a specialist centre focusing on Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiac Radiology & Diagnostics. As a specialist facility, the medical team has deep expertise in these specific areas, which often translates to better outcomes for patients seeking treatment in these specialties.
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