Sunway Medical Centre tops Malaysia paediatrics ranking
Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) has been named Malaysia’s top hospital for paediatrics in Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialised Hospitals 2027 ranking, with oncology identified as a standout specialty within the…
Source: BERNAMA · September 26, 2026 at 1:02 PM · AI-assisted report
Single-sourceSUNWAY CITY, KLANG VALLEY, MALAYSIA, 26 SEPTEMBER 2026 —
Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) has been named Malaysia’s top hospital for paediatrics in Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialised Hospitals 2027 ranking, with oncology identified as a standout specialty within the field. The accolade marks SMC’s first appearance on the global list, according to a statement released today.
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The recognition coincides with the opening of Tower F, SMC’s dedicated 216-bed Children’s Tower, which consolidates paediatric subspecialties—including haematology and oncology—under one roof. The facility features child-friendly design elements such as age-appropriate furnishings and views of green spaces to support patient well-being.
SMC’s president, Datuk Lau Beng Long, described the achievement as a “significant milestone” reflecting advancements in paediatric, oncology, and neurology services. He noted that the Children’s Tower’s multidisciplinary approach and integrated care ecosystem—spanning consultations, diagnosis, and treatment—align with the hospital’s commitment to patient-centred care.
The ranking evaluates hospitals based on international peer recommendations, specialty-specific accreditations, and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs). SMC joins global leaders like Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and Johns Hopkins Hospital in the assessment.
This follows SMC’s fourth consecutive year of recognition in Newsweek’s Best Specialised Hospitals Asia Pacific 2026 rankings, where it earned distinctions in eight specialties, including paediatrics, oncology, and neurology. The hospital has also previously topped Malaysia’s overall hospital rankings in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for 2025 and 2026, as well as the World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2026 category.
As Malaysia’s largest private quaternary hospital, SMC operates with a licensed bed capacity of 961 following the opening of Tower F. The facility is the first private hospital in the country to achieve three major accreditations: the Joint Commission International (JCI) Gold Seal of Approval, Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) International accreditation, and Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) accreditation.
For families, the ranking underscores SMC’s alignment with international paediatric care standards. While the accolade does not guarantee specific outcomes, the hospital’s emphasis on multidisciplinary teams and patient-reported metrics aims to enhance safety, satisfaction, and clinical results. The facility’s 24-hour Children’s Walk-in and Emergency Department, Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), and specialised inpatient wards further support its capacity to deliver complex care.
The Newsweek ranking may influence demand among affluent families seeking private paediatric services, though accessibility for lower-income households remains constrained by higher private healthcare costs. SMC’s ongoing expansions in research collaborations and digital health tools are expected to reinforce its position in future global assessments.
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