6 Hospitals
Prince Court Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 277
Year of Establishment: 2007
Medical Tourism Hospital of the Year 2024
Clinical Service Initiative of the Year 2024
Best in Community Involvement of the Year 2023
Brand of the Year in Healthcare of the Year 2023
Orthopaedic Service Provider of the Year 2023
Clinical Service Initiative of the Year 2023
Medical Tourism Hospital of the Year of the Year 2023
Top Children’s Hospital of the Year 2022
MRO Service Star of the Year 2022
- Accreditation
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Sunway Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 724
Year of Establishment: 1999
Frost & Sullivan: 2024 Malaysian Hospital Market Leadership Award
College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024: Hospital of the Year (Malaysia)
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024: Health Promotion Initiative of the Year
Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand 2024
Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals 2024
World Stroke Organisation (WSO) Angels Awards 2023 - Gold Award (Q4)
World Stroke Organisation (WSO) Angels Awards 2023 - Gold Award (Q3)
- Accreditation
2023, Best Specialized Hospital Asia Pacific – Endocrinology
2023, Best Specialized Hospital Asia Pacific – Cardiology
2022, GlobalHealth Asia Pacific Child Development and Paediatric Service Provider of the Year in Asia Pacific
2022, Frost & Sullivan – Malaysia Emerging Hospital Company of the year award
2022, Malaysian Healthcare Tourism Corporation (MHTC) Elite member (Jan 2022 - Dec 2022)
2022, Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) - (2020-2024)
2019, Healthcare Infection Control Management Resources (HICMR)
2018, The Brand Laureate Best Brand – Brand leadership Award (2018-2019)
- Accreditation
Subang Jaya Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 442
Year of Establishment: 1985
Healthcare Asia Awards 2024, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins ESG Program of the Year
Frost & Sullivan, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Best Practices Award, Malaysian Best Hospital Company of the Year
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Hospital of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Advanced Genetic Centre Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Diabetes Service Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins Multi-Disciplinary Oncology Service Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins CSR Service of the Year in Asia-Pacific
GlobalHealth MedTech Awards, Subang Jaya Medical Centre wins the Excellence in Digital Health Innovation of the Year
- Accreditation
Global Health Asia Pacific Awards 2023, Sports Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy Service Provider Of The Year In Asia Pacific
Newsweek Best Specialized Hospital APAC 2023, Paediatrics
Healthcare Asia Awards 2023, Vaccination Delivery of the Year - Malaysia
Malaysian Healthcare & Wellness Excellence Award 2023
- Accreditation
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Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Number of Beds: 171
Year of Establishment: 2016
- Accreditation
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Outcomes of Whipple's Procedure
| Speciality | General Surgery |
| Procedure | Whipple's Procedure |
| Success Rate | 75-95% |
| Recovery Time | 4-8 weeks |
| Treatment Time | 4-6 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | 10-20% |
What is a Whipple's Procedure, and how does it work?
A Whipple's Procedure, also known as a pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a complex surgical procedure used to treat certain conditions affecting the pancreas, bile duct, and small intestine. It involves the removal of the head of the pancreas, the first part of the small intestine (duodenum), the gallbladder, and sometimes a portion of the stomach and surrounding lymph nodes. The remaining organs are then reconnected to allow the digestive process to continue.
What medical conditions can be treated through Whipple's Procedure?
Medical conditions that can be treated through a Whipple's Procedure include pancreatic Cancer, bile duct cancer, and certain non-cancerous conditions like severe pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) or tumors that are not cancerous but cause significant symptoms.
What is the recovery process after a Whipple's Procedure?
The recovery process after a Whipple's Procedure is demanding and typically involves a hospital stay of about 1 to 2 weeks. Patients will have a drainage tube inserted to remove excess fluids from the surgical area. Pain management is a crucial aspect of recovery, and pain medications are prescribed. Eating is resumed gradually, starting with clear liquids and progressing to solid foods. The healthcare team provides dietary and lifestyle guidelines to promote healing. Physical activity is gradually increased, and physical rehabilitation is recommended. Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to ensure a proper recovery.
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Top JCI-Certified Hospitals for Whipple's Procedure are:
- Singapore
- Farrer Park Hospital, Connexion
- Parkway East Hospital, Joo Chiat Pl
- Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Novena
- Thomson Medical Center, Thomson Road
- Gleneagles Hospital, Napier Road
- Switzerland
- India
- Medeor Hospital , Delhi
- Manipal MEMG, Goa
- Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute, Delhi
- Global Health City, Chennai
- Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai
- Lithuania
- Morocco
Frequently Asked Questions
According to the procedure, hospitals are ranked based on a variety of components. When it comes to Malaysia, the following measures can be used to rank hospitals for Whipple's Procedure- Popularity for the Procedure, Infrastructure, Accessibility of the treatment, Qualified Medical Personnel, Technology Used, Price, Amenities provided, and Success Rate.
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Yes, you can avail a video consultation with the specialist before travelling to Malaysia. To schedule your online consultation with the specialist, you can reach one of our patient counselors. They will get in touch with the doctor to check his/her availability. After receiving confirmation, the appointment will be scheduled and you will receive a payment link to book your session.
People from around the world are increasingly choosing to travel to Malaysia for Whipple's Procedure due to its modern infrastructure and high success rate. Other factors that contribute to Malaysia being the best choice for Whipple's Procedure include:
- Cost-effective treatment options
- Modern healthcare technologies
- Accredited hospitals
- Data privacy and transparency
- Experienced and certified experts
The recovery time for a procedure varies based on the condition of the patient and the complexity of the surgery. The length of the patient's recovery is also greatly influenced by other variables, such as their continued participation in rehabilitation sessions and postoperative care appointments. Patients must go back for follow-up appointments after surgery in order to ensure proper healing and speed up the healing process.