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Island Hospital

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Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Mandarin · Bahasa Melayu · English · Bahasa Indonesia interpreter arranged by Medifly

1996

established

600

beds

30

specialists on staff

300K+

patients treated a year

All figures from the hospital.

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Island Hospital

Overview

About Island.

Island Hospital is a 600-bed private specialist hospital in George Town, Penang, Malaysia, established in 1996. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for local and international patients and is part of IHH Healthcare Malaysia. With more than 90 full-time specialists across 9 Centres of Excellence, Island Hospital provides care across a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, gastroenterology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopaedics and spine, fertility, obstetrics and gynaecology, urology, paediatrics, and health screening.

Island Hospital has particular expertise in complex and specialised care through its Centres of Excellence. Its Cancer Care, Cardiology and Gastroenterology programmes have received Centre of Excellence recognition from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI). Cancer services include multidisciplinary oncology care, chemotherapy and advanced radiotherapy, while the gastroenterology programme provides diagnosis and treatment for gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic and bowel conditions. Its cardiology services cover cardiovascular assessment, intervention and ongoing cardiac care.

The hospital is supported by advanced diagnostic and treatment technology, including 3 Tesla MRI, PET/CT, dual-source CT, 3D mammography, TrueBeam radiotherapy, FibroScan, 3D laparoscopic surgery, and a dedicated laboratory and pathology centre. Its multidisciplinary approach brings together specialist doctors, nursing teams, rehabilitation professionals and other healthcare staff to support patients throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

Island Hospital is accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) and recognised by ACHSI, and has also achieved HIMSS EMRAM Stage 5 certification for its use of electronic medical records and digital healthcare systems. In 2025, it was named Malaysia's first Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital under the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council's programme.

For international patients, Island Hospital provides dedicated support including medical triaging, treatment coordination, appointment scheduling, airport transfers, accommodation and flight assistance, visa support, language interpretation, insurance coordination and post-treatment follow-up. These services support patients travelling to Penang for specialist treatment, complex medical care and health screening.

What our doctors send patients here for.

Our doctors route cases to Island for specific strengths, not for everything and not for everyone. These are the ones, with the facts behind them:

Oncology

Diagnosis and treatment of cancer, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery.

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Cardiology

Heart and blood-vessel conditions, from diagnosis and stenting through to long-term management.

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Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Digestive and liver conditions, with endoscopy for diagnosis and treatment.

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Orthopaedics

Bones, joints, spine and sports injuries, including joint replacement and rehabilitation.

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Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Pregnancy and birth, plus conditions of the female reproductive system.

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Everything else Island treats.

Every department links to its own page: doctors, conditions and how our team routes cases there.

Allergy and ImmunologyAnaesthesiology & Critical CareCardiothoracic SurgeryDentistryDermatologyEar, Nose & ThroatEndocrinologyFamily MedicineGeneral SurgeryHaematologyInfectious DiseasesInternal MedicineNephrologyNeurosurgeryNuclear MedicineOphthalmologyOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryPaediatricsPathologyPlastic SurgeryPsychiatryPsychologyRadiologyRehabilitation MedicineRespiratory MedicineRheumatologyUrologyNeurology

Facilities

Medical & Treatment Centres

Medical & Treatment Centres

  • Cancer Centre
  • Accident & Emergency (A&E)
  • Cardiology
Diagnostic & Treatment Technology

Diagnostic & Treatment Technology

  • SOMATOM CT Scan
  • Laboratory
  • Imaging
  • Operating Theatre (OT)
Patient Care & Recovery

Patient Care & Recovery

  • General Ward
  • Single Room
  • Day Ward
  • Premier Suite
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Amenities & Support Services

Amenities & Support Services

  • Macalister Cafeteria
  • Peel Coffee
  • Pharmacy
  • Medical Concierge
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Accreditation, in plain words.

  • ACHS — Australian healthcare accreditation
  • JCI — Gold standard for global healthcare accreditation
  • MSQH — Malaysian healthcare quality standards

Recognition.

  • Malaysia Healthcare Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital Winner · Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) · 2024
  • World's Best Hospitals · Newsweek & Statista · 2024
  • World's Best Hospitals · Newsweek & Statista · 2025

Only awards a patient can verify and understand. Attributed to the body that gave them.

Specialists at Island our doctors choose from.

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Dr Aaron Lim Boon KengDr Aaron Lim Boon KengFRCS (EDIN)

Bones & joints · Penang

Experienced orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in musculoskeletal conditions, joint disorders, trauma management, and orthopaedic surgical care.

Conditions treated

Fracture Management · Sports Injury Treatment

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Dr Haniffah B. Abdul GafoorDr Haniffah B. Abdul GafoorMRCP (UK)

Internal medicine · Penang

Conditions treated

Internal Medicine · Chronic Disease Management

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Dr Abdul Gafoor MubarakDr Abdul Gafoor MubarakMRCS (EDIN)

General surgery · Penang

General surgeon with expertise in thoracic surgery, bariatric surgery, colorectal surgery, and advanced laparoscopic procedures.

Conditions treated

Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery · Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

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Dr Adrian Chan Soon EngDr Adrian Chan Soon EngFRCS

Eyes · Penang

Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in comprehensive eye care, cataract management, and ophthalmic surgery.

Conditions treated

Cataract Surgery · Glaucoma Management

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Is Island right for your case? Tell us what's wrong. If another hospital fits better, we'll say so, and tell you which.

Patient Reviews

Real experiences from verified patients

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Oham Dunggio

6 months ago

I went for Health Screening in their new building. So crowded but the queue finish so fast. The facility are super clean and the healthcare worker have good attitude and very informative. My appointed nurse was Suster Yana. She is the kindest, and humor was on point, making my overall checkup feel less scary 🫶. Hopefully the management can acknowledge and appreciate their workers. Will definitely come back for another checkup!

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Adith Foeng

9 months ago

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing exceptional care at Penang Island Hospital 🏥. The entire team, from the nurses to the support staff, was incredibly attentive and compassionate throughout my stay. I'm especially grateful for Dr. Amaleswaran Anbarasan, whose expertise and skill were evident during my hand surgery 🙌. His clear communication and dedication to my recovery truly put me at ease. I am happy with the services and facilities and definitely recommend the place to everyone. I give them a well deserved 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #PenangIslandHospital #HandSurgery #DrAmaleswaranAnbarasan #MedicalExcellence #PatientCare

DK

Darwin K

7 months ago

It was my first visit to the hospital, and everything went relatively smoothly.Rundown:- 7.00 a.m.: Common registration started. This is to get a queue number for everything else. (Queue was already building up from 6.15 a.m. I reached at 6.00 a.m. but only joined the standing queue at 6.30 a.m.)- 7.30 a.m.: Completed first-time patient registration at a separate counter and obtained a queue number to see your doctor. (Good thing is, the registration can be done on behalf of the patient, so the patient does not need to wake up and queue so early.)I was told to wait for the clinic nurse to come at 8.30 a.m., so I went back to my hotel.- 9.00 a.m.: I returned to the hospital, took a photo of the patient, and waited not too long to see the doctor (because I got an early queue number).- 10.00 a.m.: Finished seeing the doctor.- 11.00 a.m.: Completed the payment and medicine collection at the Island Retail Pharmacy.It was a little confusing at first. When I made an appointment call a month earlier, the nurse told me to come at 8.30 a.m. for registration. Apparently, it started much earlier. Gratefully, all the staff on the ground were very helpful and friendly.Dr. Lim Thien Thien was particularly patient and attentive, spending around 20 mins with us. He was thoughtful too, adjusting his advice according to our situation.

PL

Pei Ling Tiang

6 months ago

Good service. Really help me a lot. Phlegm came out a lot after she did the super power therapy method. First time try this method. Satisfied with her. Really hardworking and done a good 💯 jobs. Give her 5 star. Thanks Miss Lim. Wishing you Happy New Year

OM

Ooi Mei

8 months ago

Dr. Gan Boon Chye is very professional and attentive. He explains clearly and genuinely cares for his patients. Truly appreciate his dedication and kindness. Highly recommended! Nurse Deborah Cheah (Clinic Dr. Vanessa) is also very kind and helpful. She’s always patient and caring, making every visit comfortable.

MT

Melissa Toong

6 months ago

The nurses were very kind, attentive, and professional throughout my visit. They explained the procedures clearly and made me feel comfortable and well cared for. Dr. Eric Soh Boon Swee was very patient, gentle, and thorough in his consultation. He took time to explain my condition and treatment clearly, and answered all my questions in a reassuring manner. I truly appreciate the excellent care and professionalism from both the nurses and Dr. Eric. Thank you very much.

Paying with insurance?

Island works with these insurers, and Medifly checks your policy and handles the claim for you.

AIA (Smart Panel of Hospitals)AllianzAllianz Worldwide PartnersAmMetLifeAsia Assistance (AA) International Indonesia (Rebrand as Across Asia Assist)Asian Assistance (Thailand) Co. LtdAXAChubb LifeCigna International (Kuala Lumpur)Cigna International (Oversea)Emergency Assistance Japan Co. Ltd (EAJ)Etiqa
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

Getting there, and staying.

308, Macalister Road, 10450 George Town, Penang, Malaysia · ≈2h 20m direct from Jakarta

Airport pickup on arrival

An interpreter beside you at consultations

Accommodation arranged near the hospital, for you and family

Someone with you at admissions, you never queue alone

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