Orthopaedics at Gleneagles Hospitals in Malaysia

Yes. Gleneagles Hospitals accept existing X-rays, MRI scans and orthopaedic reports for specialist review before any appointment is confirmed. The relevant orthopaedic surgeon reviews your scans and provides a preliminary clinical recommendation and written cost estimate before you make any commitment. This helps you confirm whether surgery is appropriate and which Gleneagles location best suits your condition.

Yes. All four Gleneagles hospitals treat musculoskeletal conditions in both adults and children. Gleneagles Penang's paediatric orthopaedic subspecialty treats:

• Clubfoot
• Scoliosis
• Developmental dysplasia of the hip
• Limb length discrepancy
• Gait disorders
• Paediatric fractures

Gleneagles KL covers brachial plexus injuries and congenital hand anomalies requiring microsurgical reconstruction. International families receive dedicated paediatric accommodation support and child-appropriate care planning.

The international patient team coordinates appointments, X-ray and MRI reviews, consultations and treatment planning at Gleneagles Hospitals across Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor and Kota Kinabalu.

• WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880
• Telephone: +1 718 550 0880
• Email: [email protected]

Available 24/7 for in-person appointments, video consultations, second opinions, cost estimates, visa letters, airport transfers and remote post-operative follow up.

Stay duration varies by procedure:

• Total knee or hip replacement: 5 to 7 days inpatient, 7 to 10 additional days before flying
• ACL reconstruction: 2 to 4 days inpatient, 5 to 7 additional days before flying
• Spine surgery, discectomy or laminectomy: 3 to 7 days inpatient
• Scoliosis surgery: 7 to 10 days inpatient
• Hand surgery, carpal tunnel or trigger finger: day procedure, travel possible within 3 to 5 days
• Shoulder surgery: 2 to 3 days inpatient

Accommodation near the facility is arranged at no cost by the international patient team and includes your caregiver. A full itinerary is prepared before you travel.

Knee replacement in Malaysia costs RM 20,000 to RM 45,000 per knee at private hospitals, significantly less than in Singapore, the UK or Australia. Gleneagles provides a written itemised cost estimate before you travel. The following international insurance groups are accepted:

• PT AA International Indonesia (Across Asia Assist)
• International SOS Sdn Bhd
• Global MediCALL Assistance (M) Sdn Bhd
• EMA Global Assistance Sdn Bhd
• Prestige International (S) Pte Ltd
• IA International Assistance Sdn Bhd
• Pacific Health Insurance Co., Ltd.
• AIA Shared Services Regional Health Passport

Confirm your specific policy coverage with the international patient team before travel.

Yes. Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur uses Mako SmartRobotics for total knee, partial knee and total hip replacement. Mako uses 3D CT based preoperative planning and AccuStop haptic technology to guide the surgeon within precisely defined boundaries during bone removal, improving implant accuracy compared to conventional manual surgery. Physiotherapy starts the day after surgery and most patients are discharged within 5 days.

Before discharge, your orthopaedic surgeon and physiotherapist create a written rehabilitation programme detailing exercises, milestones, precautions and a return-to-activity timeline. A remote video review is arranged at the appropriate milestone, and the coordinator can liaise with your local physiotherapist or surgeon for ongoing management.