As one of Asia's most recognised developing countries, Malaysia has immense potential in an increasingly important tourism sector - health tourism. The country has seen a positive increase of visitors seeking medical treatments, attracted by Malaysia's medical expertise and tourism appeal and attractions.

The number and range of specialist hospitals, clinics and dental surgeries have increased tremendously all over the nation in the last decade. The health care services throughout the country, is of world class standard and the medical cost in Malaysia is one of the most competitive in the world.

Today, with support from the Malaysian government, a large number of Malaysian private hospitals are actively participating in health tourism. The country offers medical services in a wide range of fields, including cancer treatment and pain management, cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, fertility treatment, general screening and wellness, orthopedics surgery and rehabilitative medicine, to name a few.