Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – Malaysia has introduced its first Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital Programme with four shortlisted finalists, namely National Heart Institute (IJN), Island Hospital, Mahkota Medical Centre, and Subang Jaya Medical Centre.

According to the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), the programme plays an instrumental role in transforming the healthcare ecosystem in Malaysia and the region. Besides, through the programme, the country’s top hospitals are intensifying commitment and endeavours to raise the bar of excellence in delivering exceptional and-to-end services to patients, further reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a safe and trusted destination for healthcare.

Health minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the programme will promote innovation and excellent in medical services, bring them closer to achieving a more resilient healthcare system for the country and establishing Malaysia Healthcare as a world-renowned and credible global healthcare brand.

The Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital Programme is a collaborative effort between the MHTC and global medical accreditation bodies IQVIA and Joint Commission International (JCI)./.