Kidney Transplant in Malaysia | Mahkota Medical Centre, Melaka
100% kidney transplant success rate to date, including ABO-incompatible cases.
Why International Patients Choose Mahkota in Melaka for Kidney Transplant in Malaysia
Treats chronic kidney disease and performs kidney transplants in Melaka, Malaysia.
Mahkota's nephrology team and kidney transplant surgeons collaborate on chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, and ABO-incompatible transplants. From first enquiry, you receive a cost estimate, a dedicated patient coordinator, and airport-to-hospital transfer coordination.
- First ABO-incompatible transplant in the region at Mahkota.
- Multilingual nephrologist: English, Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, Bahasa Melayu.
- 12 dialysis machines including holiday dialysis for visiting patients.
- CKD guides in English, Chinese, and Bahasa Melayu.
- Post-transplant rehabilitation and dietary support included.
- Kidney transplant Malaysia costs significantly less than US, Germany, Singapore.
Kidney Transplant Technology at Mahkota Medical Centre in Melaka, Malaysia
Precise renal monitoring and AAMI-standard dialysis equipment mean your kidney function is managed safely and your transplant outcome is supported from the first day of treatment.
- Reverse Osmosis Water Purification
- Bicarbonate Haemodialysis System
- Renal Biopsy Equipment
- Kidney Transplant Surgical Suite
- Dialysis Access Procedures
- ABO-Incompatible Desensitisation Protocol
- Immunosuppression Monitoring
- Smart Ward Patient Monitoring
Kidney Transplants at Mahkota Medical Centre, Malaysia for International Patients
Every kidney treatment or transplant plan follows your specific CKD stage, donor compatibility, and clinical history, guided by JCI-certified protocols.
Living Donor Transplant
A failed kidney is replaced with a healthy kidney from a compatible living donor.
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ABO-Incompatible Transplant
A kidney transplant between donors and recipients whose blood types would normally prevent organ acceptance.
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CKD Management
Structured long-term care at all kidney disease stages to slow progression and delay or avoid dialysis.
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Haemodialysis
A treatment that filters waste, salts, and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys can no longer do so.
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Peritoneal Dialysis
A home-based dialysis treatment where waste is filtered through the lining of the abdomen.
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Dialysis Access
Surgical creation of vascular access points required for haemodialysis, including fistula and catheter procedures.
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Kidney Rehabilitation
Physical and psychological support for CKD and post-transplant patients to rebuild strength and manage long-term health.
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Care Journey for International Patients
Your cancer treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
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Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
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Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
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Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
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Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.Can international patients get a kidney transplant at Mahkota?
Yes, provided you bring your own living donor. Malaysian law requires private hospital kidney transplants to involve a living related or emotionally related donor. Deceased donor organs from a national register are not available to international patients. Both you and your donor travel to Mahkota for a structured pre-transplant assessment covering blood typing, tissue typing, cross-matching, and health evaluation. If your blood types are not compatible, ABO-incompatible transplantation is available through a desensitisation protocol.
How do I contact Mahkota's international team about kidney transplant?
Kidney transplant consultations, assessments, cost estimates, and travel coordination are arranged through the International Patient Care team. WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880. Telephone: +1 718 550 0880. Email: [email protected]. The team coordinates appointments, video consultations, second opinions, and full treatment planning for both recipient and donor. Your kidney function tests, imaging, and clinical history are reviewed by Mahkota’s nephrology and transplant specialists.
How do I pay for kidney transplant or dialysis treatment at Mahkota?
Mahkota accepts multiple payment methods. Insurance: 40+ international partners including AIA, Allianz, Prudential, Cigna, AXA, and MSIG. Direct billing and Guarantee Letter arrangements available. MediSave: accepted for eligible procedures; Singapore CPF holders can apply MediSave accounts. Flywire: international online payment at flywire.mahkotamedical.com, in multiple currencies. Telegraphic transfer: SWIFT bank transfer to Mahkota’s Maybank account; details provided by the Business Office. Credit/debit card, cash, and JomPAY accepted at the hospital’s Business Office counter.
How long do I need to stay in Malaysia for a kidney transplant?
Most international transplant patients stay 4 to 6 weeks from arrival to departure. Pre-transplant assessment: 1 to 2 weeks for recipient and donor. Surgery and hospital stay: 7 to 10 days inpatient. Post-operative monitoring: 3 to 4 weeks outpatient before flying home. Remote follow-up and immunosuppression management can be coordinated with your local nephrologist after you return.
How much does a kidney transplant cost at Mahkota?
Cost varies based on your case, donor compatibility, procedure complexity, hospital stay, and post-operative needs. Kidney transplants in Malaysia cost significantly less than in the US (where costs can reach USD 300,000 to 400,000), Germany (exceeding USD 80,000), and Singapore (USD 50,000 to over USD 85,000). Your Mahkota nephrologist reviews your case and provides a personalised written estimate before you travel, with no financial commitment required.
Is kidney transplant at Mahkota safe for international patients?
Kidney transplant at Mahkota is performed at the world's only JCI-certified hospital for Chronic Kidney Disease, with a 100% transplant success rate to date, including ABO-incompatible cases. The hospital is JCI-accredited through 2026 and holds MSQH accreditation and ISO 15189 laboratory certification. Mahkota also performed the first successful ABO-incompatible kidney transplant in the region.
What is an ABO-incompatible kidney transplant and does Mahkota offer it?
An ABO-incompatible (ABOi) kidney transplant is performed when the donor and recipient have mismatched blood types that would normally cause rejection. A desensitisation protocol reduces the recipient’s antibodies before surgery, making the transplant possible. Mahkota performed the first successful ABOi transplant in the region and continues to offer it. Mahkota’s 100% kidney transplant success rate includes ABO-incompatible cases, meaning patients previously told they had no suitable donor may still have a path to surgery.
