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Medifly.Ai assists you through every step of your medical journey — from finding the right doctor to estimating costs, planning your stay, and arranging travel details. Our in-house doctors also explain your treatment options in plain language, while all clinical decisions stay with your treating physician. We make medical trips simpler, smarter, and stress-free.

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Is virtual consultation available before traveling?

Absolutely. We offer a free consultation with our in-house doctor before you decide to travel, so you have a clear picture of your condition and treatment plan before making the trip.

Is consultation available in multiple languages?

Yes, consultations are available in multiple languages so you can communicate comfortably and clearly understand your condition and treatment plan.

Dr George John

General Surgery

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Dr George John

General Surgery specialist · Lung cancer, Mediastinal tumours, Pleural diseases

General Surgery (Thoracic Surgery)

FICS — Fellow of the International College of SurgeonsAM (Mal) — Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

Pantai Hospital Melaka · Melaka City, Malaysia

Speaks Bahasa Melayualam, Tamil, Bahasa Melayu, English

Profile verified with the hospital

Asking is free and commits you to nothing, just a WhatsApp chat. A doctor replies in minutes.

First time here? Medifly is a doctor-led service for surgery and complex treatment abroad, an official partner of Pantai Hospital Melaka. Our doctors guide you from first question to home again.

Free for you. Partner hospitals pay usThe same price the hospital charges, not moreA medical team beside you, door to door

About Dr. George

Dr. George treats Lung cancer, Mediastinal tumours, Pleural diseases.

Dr George John is a Consultant General and Thoracic Surgeon with extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of diseases affecting the chest, lungs, pleura, and mediastinum. He provides comprehensive care for patients requiring thoracic surgical interventions and is experienced in managing both benign and malignant thoracic conditions. Dr George combines advanced surgical expertise with patient-centred care to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. His interests include thoracic oncology, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, lung disease management, and complex chest procedures. He works closely with respiratory physicians, oncologists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient. MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery MS — Master of Surgery, University of Malaya (UM) Fellowship in Thoracic Surgery, Liverpool, United Kingdom

Conditions Treated

Lung cancerMediastinal tumoursPleural diseasesThoracic infectionsChest wall disordersPneumothorax

Procedure Focus

Thoracic surgery
Lung surgery
Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)
Chest surgery
Tumour resection

Credentials

MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
MS — Master of Surgery, University of Malaya (UM)
FICS — Fellow of the International College of Surgeons
AM (Mal) — Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

Where Dr. George practises.

4.7/5(7,012)

Pantai Hospital Melaka

MSQH

Melaka City, Malaysia

Leading private tertiary hospital in Melaka providing comprehensive specialist care, advanced medical technology, and international patient services.

Known for

Patients seeking multidisciplinary care · Orthopaedic and cancer treatment · Families needing pediatric services

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

If our doctors recommend Dr. George for your case, we arrange the appointment, your travel, and someone beside you at the hospital. You pay Pantai Hospital Melaka's own price, not more.

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Paying with insurance?

Pantai Hospital Melaka, where Dr. George practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

AIAAIA Public TakafulAllianz LifeAmGeneral Insurance BerhadEtiqa Family TakafulEtiqa Life InsuranceGreat Eastern General InsuranceGreat Eastern Life AssuranceGreat Eastern Takaful BerhadPrudential Assurance Malaysia BerhadPrudential BSN Takaful BerhadTokio Marine Insurance

Cashless where your policy allows, we arrange direct billingWe check your coverage before you commit to anythingNo insurance? You get the full price up front, no surprises

Frequently Asked Questions

Our medical team reviews your case and recommends the doctor best suited to your condition, needs, and preferences — so you don't have to search on your own.

It starts with one message.

Free and confidential · a doctor reads every message

How Medifly works.

Tell us what’s wrong

Symptoms, history, and what you’ve been told so far.

Our doctors study your case

Which specialist and which hospital give you the best chance.

Our doctors recommend the specialist

By call, video or in person, they explain the recommendation until the decision is clear.

We take it from here

Hospital, flights, travel. Where appropriate, we come with you.

Is Dr. George right for your case? Tell us what's wrong. If they're not the right doctor for you, we'll say so, and find who is.

Dr George John

General Surgery

Dr George John

General Surgery specialist · Lung cancer, Mediastinal tumours, Pleural diseases

General Surgery (Thoracic Surgery)

FICS — Fellow of the International College of SurgeonsAM (Mal) — Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

Pantai Hospital Melaka · Melaka City, Malaysia

Speaks Bahasa Melayualam, Tamil, Bahasa Melayu, English

Profile verified with the hospital

Asking is free and commits you to nothing, just a WhatsApp chat. A doctor replies in minutes.

About Dr. George

Dr. George treats Lung cancer, Mediastinal tumours, Pleural diseases.

Where Dr. George practises.

4.7/5(7,012)

Pantai Hospital Melaka

MSQH

Melaka City, Malaysia

Leading private tertiary hospital in Melaka providing comprehensive specialist care, advanced medical technology, and international patient services.

Known for

Patients seeking multidisciplinary care · Orthopaedic and cancer treatment · Families needing pediatric services

Languages

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English

If our doctors recommend Dr. George for your case, we arrange the appointment, your travel, and someone beside you at the hospital. You pay Pantai Hospital Melaka's own price, not more.

View Hospital

Paying with insurance?

Pantai Hospital Melaka, where Dr. George practises, takes direct billing from these insurers. Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

Cashless where your policy allows, we arrange direct billingWe check your coverage before you commit to anythingNo insurance? You get the full price up front, no surprises

Frequently Asked Questions

Our medical team reviews your case and recommends the doctor best suited to your condition, needs, and preferences — so you don't have to search on your own.

How Medifly works.

Tell us what’s wrong

Symptoms, history, and what you’ve been told so far.

Our doctors study your case

Which specialist and which hospital give you the best chance.

Our doctors recommend the specialist

By call, video or in person, they explain the recommendation until the decision is clear.

We take it from here

Hospital, flights, travel. Where appropriate, we come with you.