Thoracotomy
For thoracotomy in Kuala Lumpur, we partner with 7 hospitals: Beacon Hospital Sdn Bhd, Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur, National Heart Institute (IJN) and other hospitals. 6 of them are JCI-accredited. The right hospital depends on your case. Our doctors read your test results, then recommend the hospital.
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Partner hospitals
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Petaling Jaya
Specialist cancer and multidisciplinary hospital in Malaysia known for advanced radiotherapy and personalized care.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Cantonese · Bahasa Melayu · English
Kuala Lumpur
Leading private hospital in Kuala Lumpur offering multidisciplinary specialist care, advanced medical technology, and comprehensive services for local and international patients.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English
Kuala Lumpur
Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) is Malaysia's premier government-linked cardiac specialist hospital — Southeast Asia's largest dedicated cardiovascular and thoracic medical centre, JCI-accredited since 2009 with over 3.7 million patients treated.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Bahasa Malaysia · English
Kuala Lumpur
Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur is a leading private hopsital in Malaysia within 499 licensed beds and over 200 specialist. Accredited by JCI and MSQH, it provides comprehensive healthcare services bacjed by advanced medical technology and over 50 years of clinical excellence.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Tamil · Bahasa Melayu · English
Kuala Lumpur
A premium private tertiary hospital in Kuala Lumpur offering advanced specialist care and international-standard medical services.
Known for
Languages
Japanese · Bahasa Melayu · English
Subang Jaya
Subang Jaya Medical Centre is a leading private hospital in Malaysia offering comprehensive specialist care, advanced diagnostics, surgery, and 24/7 emergency services as a trusted tertiary care provider.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English
Kuala Lumpur
A modern teaching hospital in Kuala Lumpur offering comprehensive medical care backed by UCSI University's research excellence.
Known for
Languages
Mandarin · Bahasa Indonesian · Tamil · Bahasa Malaysia
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Doctors
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Anand SachithanandanFACSHeart & chest surgery · Kuala Lumpur
Conditions treated
Cardiothoracic Surgery · Cardiac Procedures
Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Sallehuddin15+ years of experience · Heart & chest surgery · Kuala Lumpur
Dato’ Dr. Ahmad is a Consultant Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon. Dato’ Dr. Ahmad, well- renowned in the field of paediatric cardiac surgery with extensive experience specializes in surgery for Congenital Heart Diseases.
Conditions treated
Paediatric Cardiac Surgery · Congenital Heart Disease
Dato’ Dr. Mohd Nazeri Nordin19+ years of experience · Heart & chest surgery · Kuala Lumpur
Dato’ Dr. Mohd Nazeri Nordin is a Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at IJN who has been with IJN for the past 19 years.
Conditions treated
Heart & Lung Transplantation · Aortic Root Surgery
Dr Lee Weng SengFRCSHeart & chest surgery · Kuala Lumpur
Cardiothoracic surgeon specialising in heart bypass surgery, valve procedures, and thoracic surgical care.
Conditions treated
Coronary Artery Surgery · Valvular Heart Disorders
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For thoracotomy in Kuala Lumpur, we partner with 7 hospitals: Beacon Hospital Sdn Bhd, Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur, National Heart Institute (IJN) and other hospitals. Our doctors help you choose based on your case.
About 2 hours on a direct flight.
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Reviewed by Dr. Ratu Lucky Nitibaskara, Associate Medical Director, 23 Sept 2026. Data updated 23 Sept 2026. Sources: Medifly partner doctor and hospital data, direct flight schedules.