It is undeniable, Selangor’s medical tourism segmentation is one worth highlighting
There are numerous reasons why the
State of Selangor is an ideal destination for medical tourism, not only in
Malaysia but also in Southeast Asia. In addition, medical treatments in the
State of Selangor emphasize on service quality and patients’ care, as well on
safety procedures and health and medical laws which are crucial in this
segmentation. Continue reading this article to know more about medical tourism
in Selangor!
1)
Actively-expanding Medical Tourism
The Malaysia Healthcare Tourism Council (MHTC) is an agency under
the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) which holds the vision to strengthen the
segmentation of medical tourism in Malaysia, including in the State of
Selangor. There are 46 hospitals in the State of Selangor which are recognized
by MHTC including Sunway Medical Centre, Subang Jaya Medical Centre, Thomson
Hospital and many more. MHTC is currently actively-focusing its efforts
towards establishing strong market ties in Southeast Asia (ASEAN) and the
Middle East.
2)
World-Class Healthcare
Medical treatments provided by hospitals or Healthcare Centres in
the State of Selangor are comparable to those of developed foreign countries,
however offered at much lower and attractive costs. In addition, medical
practitioners in the State are also well-trained and highly-qualified as majority
of them having undergone training in hospitals in foreign countries such as
Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States.
3)
Value for Money
Not only the medical treatments are high quality, they are also offered
at very affordable prices. If viewed attentively, most countries offer very
high medical treatment costs. Due to the affordable cost of treatment in
Selangor, your family and you may visit nearby tourist attractions on your
medical-related travel to the State.
4)
Get to Know Local Cultures
Like many other Asian countries, Malaysians are also among the
most hospitable people. Friendly service and a peaceful environment make
treatments at any hospitals or Healthcare Centres more pleasant and enjoyable.
In addition, the language difference is not a barrier for patients seeking treatments
in the State of Selangor as English is widely-practiced. Not only that,
patients may also discover the uniqueness of cultural diversity in the State of
Selangor.
5)
Great Attractions to Visit
The State of Selangor has an advantage in the medical tourism
sector where not only does it have a list of world-class hospitals and Healthcare
Centres, the State is also a tourist destination that offers a variety of
interesting places to visit. While getting treatment in the State, you can also
take your time to explore the nearby tourism attractions such as Sunway
Pyramid, Sekinchan Town, National Zoo, Batu Caves, Kuala Selangor Nature Park,
Sky Mirror, Malawati Hill, Mitsui Outlet Park, i-City, Jugra Hill, Sultan
Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque and many more!
Credit: Selangor’s Medical
Tourism Video Launching Artwork by Tourism Selangor
Credit: Avisena Specialist Hospital by
selangor.travel
Credit: Columbia Asia by
Columbia Asia @ Facebook
Credit: Sunway Medical
Centre by What’s New Jakarta
Selangor certainly has a reputation for delivering high-quality
medical care. Of course, with today's advanced technology, more holistic
treatments are offered in this State, including at the 46 hospitals registered
with MHTC. World-class, affordable and easily-accessible medical quality are important
elements in making the State of Selangor a comprehensive medical tourism
destination in Southeast Asia.
However, tourists are reminded to kindly-adhere to the
standard operating procedures (SOPs) set by the National Security Council in
accordance to Phase 4 of the National Recovery Plan, such as ensuring social
distancing, wearing face mask at all times in public, and applying hand
sanitizer regularly, for the well-being of many.
You may log on to Tourism Selangor’s official website,
www.selangor.travel
for inspiration on your travel to Selangor, or follow Tourism
Selangor’s official social media accounts; Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,
TikTok, and Tourism Selangor's YouTube channel to stay inspired! #PusingSelangorDulu!
About
Tourism Selangor
Tourism Selangor is Selangor State’s Official Tourism Promotion Agency established to increase the number of local and international tourists to Selangor by enhancing and developing the known as well as the undiscovered beauty of the State. Many initiatives are taken to achieve this such as organizing local and international campaigns, events, overseas tourism trade missions, local roadshows and many more.
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