Great video, Andrew! I’m glad to hear you’re doing better. My wife and I live in Hawaii, but we had a checkup at the Island Hospital in Penang this February. We were very impressed by their efficiency, pricing, and professionalism. We’re planning to return next year for another annual checkup. If we had done these tests in Hawaii, it would have easily cost us over $2,000. We paid less than $400 for both of us In Penang. The American healthcare system is quite a rip-off.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Sadly true. 😢
@keepcreationprocess
Ай бұрын
@@andrewtaylor4558Which hospital did you make an appointment, Taylor- is it difficult to make an appointment?
@jonniesantos
Ай бұрын
Under $400 USD for a full, annual checkup - amazing.
@zzzowie
Ай бұрын
I went to Prince Court ER in KL because of abdominal obstruction. They let me wait 10 hours (from 1pm till 11pm, because the doctor was busy), feeling very bad, before starting treatment with a tube through my nose in my stomach to suck material out, which helped a lot immediately. Doctors from other hospitals told me later that this should have been done right away after arriving in the ER. They charged me around 6800 RM, including lots of nonsense and inflated charges. I filed a complaint and they let me wait 44 days to respond that they deny everything, without getting into any detail. They are not honest or transparant and fail to take responsibility for their very serious mistakes. I will file complaints with authorities and go to court, and seek media attention, as I want to expose this.
@norzilahaziz6695
Ай бұрын
im so sorry 4 such unfair charges..whc i believe rarely happened..realky expensive i think. you may lodge a complaint indeed. there a tribunal hearing such complaint if im not mistaken..
@nomadjim
Ай бұрын
Sorry to hear about your bad experience at Prince Court in KL. I go there regularly, including for my annual health screening like Taylor discusses in this video, and even had surgery there last year. All of my interactions at Prince Court have been top-notch, professional and amazing. I'm sure this was an anomaly, but you definitely should do what is necessary to express your dissatisfaction. Best of luck to you.
@zzzowie
Ай бұрын
@@nomadjim If it was an anomaly, then at least they would have owned up to their mistakes and take responsibility. What they are doing now is the exact opposite, not showing any integrity. So far their (lack of) responses reflect very badly on them, making it only much worse. I expect it is going to take a long time to make them admit they made very serious mistakes and should work on major structural improvements.
@keangwooichoo6138
Ай бұрын
So sorry to hear about this
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Very unusual. 🤔
@jwongmandu
Ай бұрын
"ultrasound pictures that look just like a baby but I'm glad it's not" 😂
@ronbf01
Ай бұрын
Thank you Andrew. You are the Best Ambassador for anyone wishing to retire in Malaysia.🎉 Cheers to you!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Wow, thank you ☺️
@AuntyJack123
Ай бұрын
Great video and very interesting. Smart man not running to the doctors every time you feel sick, you're clearly healthy enough to let your immune system do it's job!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
I agree! 🤗
@michaelhumphries6629
Ай бұрын
Andrew sorry to hear you were sick and glad you recovered well. You’ve clearly lost weight but it really suits you - looking younger and fit ! Pay attention to diet and walking and try to lose a little more - you’ll soon look like a movie star !
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thanks ☺️
@CKology
Ай бұрын
This video should benefit lots of expat! Well done
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
❤️
@ronwagoner8358
Ай бұрын
Happy you are healthy. It was nice seeing your video, but the best part was hearing and seeing Earl Grey! Meow-meow!
@garyt7232
Ай бұрын
Glad you are feeling better. Nice seeing/hearing Earl Grey as well. Cheers to both of you.
@EGO0808
Ай бұрын
Good to hear all went well and health is good! These reports look so familiar to me as well, we also do our full health checks yearly, since we live in Malaysia. It’s insane how affordable they are and yet so thorough and including detailed consultation and advice. I love it. (Healthy as we are….). And also good to hear you recovered from what looks like was a flu. Back to Vespa cruisin’ I guess! Have a good weekend!
@ForRiel
Ай бұрын
Yay, healthy Taylor! Wonderful news and always a relief to hear it. ❤
@cklee5150
Ай бұрын
HEALTH IS WEALTH
@stephanieblackmore1461
Ай бұрын
Wow! That’s such great care and extensive testing to have it ll done in one day! I can’t imagine paying so little for such great care! I’m glad you’re feeling better and that you’re in pretty darn good shape :) My mom always says, “I’m in great shape for the shape I’m in”
@fromthepress6702
Ай бұрын
I cracked a rib but didn't realize it. That area hurt a little bit for a few days but not enough to go see a doctor. It was found a year later when I got an xray to see if my spinal arthritis had worsened.
@auctionjjk
Ай бұрын
Glad you're healthy! Even at (almost) 1800 if it was in USD - with all those tests is even less than you would pay in the US! So, under $400 USD is truly a bargain for what you had done!
@pameladarling5497
Ай бұрын
So glad you had such a great outcome from your tests and are feeling better after 5 days in bed. I always enjoy your videos.😊
@jackoneil3933
Ай бұрын
Thanks Andy! Wishing you a swift recovery, Might your illness have been something like a Flu? (Covid seems to be raging in much of the world currently). And WOW! what a difference in Medical care from when I was in Penang decades ago, when you really only had the ancient Adventist Hospital where the two time I went I was told: "GO TO SINGAPORE, CARE HERE NO GOOD LAH". You are indeed right about the agony of medical care in America Andy, and your positive account is something for others who are facing healthcare challenges in their home country to consider. Nearly everyone I know can't get a doctor visit, or if they can it's like a trip to a used car dealership or Fast food take-out, and most say they would not go to a clinic or hospital unless it's a matter of life or death. And if you are 65' or over and on Medicare, healthcare in America can be even a greater challenge. in my area, as in much of the U.S., there are no doctors taking new Medicare Patients, so unless it's and Emergency getting healthcare can be difficult or nearly impossible. A friend recently took his wife to the emergency room for a emergency Gall-bladder surgery, and there were no beds, gurneys or even chairs to sit on so she laid on the floor for nearly 8 hours. My friend who was a combat medic in Vietnam said it was worst than combat hospitals, and they would both rather die than go back to that hospital. Btw, I seem to recall you mentioning health Insurance in Malaysia. A few months ago I was looking into medical coverage in Malaysia and recall that after about age 68 options for private coverage were very limited and costly, and I was wondering if you have health insurance in Malaysia now?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Yes, I have insurance. If you get it before late 60s it’s best.
@naveeduddin144
Ай бұрын
We wish you many many happy and healthy years to live. You are fit & healthy because of your good nature.❤
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Awwww, thank you so much 😊
@pursuitofexcitement
Ай бұрын
Just like taking your car in for servicing - only the car = you. Great value!
@williamfoong5783
Ай бұрын
Hi Taylor, Good health & good sense are two of life’s greatest blessings.
@xa3558
Ай бұрын
Thank you for the update💙 And happy to know that you are better 🍀
@suanchim4147
Ай бұрын
I have to admit, I was distracted by that beautiful display cabinet, table lamp and pencil sketch(?) in the background. Loving your new apartment.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Oh thank you! ☺️
@Offgridwealthmanagement
Ай бұрын
Glad you are feeling better :-)
@user-vd1qk8qd3u
2 күн бұрын
Hello, you can check Sunway medical center too. This should be the best in Malaysia and much much closer to KL. if one day you feel going to Penang is too far, then this may be a very good substitute.
@Yasin_Affandi
Ай бұрын
Hope that you have had a good medical checkup. Hope that you are getting better with your current health. Your apartment looked organized already, beautiful.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thanks 🙏
@Yasin_Affandi
Ай бұрын
@@andrewtaylor4558 😀
@hackk37
Ай бұрын
Blessings sir Taylor great to hear everything is healthy and well. Take care and keep us updated of your adventures in Malaysia. I would be curious to hear if there is any expats/retiree clubs in KL
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
There are many clubs. Don’t know about for expats but there are expat groups.
@MsU2bviewer
Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I enjoyed watching your video and was happy to hear you say that you were going to go out. Things to do, people to see and full life to live! Wishing you a great week!
@decTac
Ай бұрын
Good morning Taylor Thanks for sharing this video... Hope you are fine.. Have a great weekend..👍🇲🇾
@lewisaus
Ай бұрын
Health is gold
@valereehansen4378
Ай бұрын
I cannot imagine the discomfort of having to pay for those tests in USA Even with Medicare and my pension's medical coverage, I shudder to think. Phew! Plus, you had tests I never even heard of, undoubtedly those tests are not considered necessary here in the USA. Good to hear that you are well. Good for you, good for us all, and good for Earl Grey. Now I understand why people travel to Malaysia and Thailand for medical reasons Yup, time to breath a sigh of relief, celebrate, and get on with life.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@chooihoonlim4691
Ай бұрын
Glad to hear that you are well. Nice house & shirt👍
@aya976
Ай бұрын
Glad you recovered and still well on your health and great see you back online again...
@ahmadalias6407
Ай бұрын
Pls take care your health & stay safe, Uncle Andrew, we wished you always in excellent health & happy
@TinaManno
Ай бұрын
You have had so much going on with your move, I’m so sorry you got sick. But glad you got a good medical checkup and a nice visit with your friends. Relax a while and enjoy your new pad! Can’t wait to see your tour! 😘
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thanks ☺️
@user-kz9rp3pq2z
Ай бұрын
That is great value, thanks for sharing Taylor.
@zagrin
Ай бұрын
You're Amazing!!!!!!!!!
@warrenlim2175
Ай бұрын
Glad to hear you are doing better and also for the good healthy results! I'm 55 and struggling with pre diabetes and high chlosterol and i consider myself relatively slim. Continued good health, Andrew!
@alexmorgan3435
Ай бұрын
At the very least you need to eat a Keto diet and do intermittent fasting, eat OMAD. For much better health you should go full carnivore.
@lloyd61269
Ай бұрын
Hi Andrew, so good to hear your health is on the top notch! I‘ve been to the US twice, visited a few places including New York and Florida, luckily we came back without any accident or health issues or else our insurance would have been overburdened by our medical bills!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Great!
@cfko63
Ай бұрын
CONGRATS ANDREW!!! Stay beautiful
@feyhongw5783
Ай бұрын
Wonderful news for your good health!
@cgteacher4251
Ай бұрын
Another great video! It's not just the amazingly low cost of the health check that surprised me but that you get the results within an hour. Unbelievable! I've had a couple of MRIs here in Scotland in the past year and it took between 3 - 6 months for the results. I've been on the waiting list to see an opthalmologist for over a year. Anyhoo, I'm glad to hear you passed with flying colors!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@tylerhansen9135
Ай бұрын
Happy you are feeling better!
@wcguthrie
Ай бұрын
Glad you had a good report Taylor. I just hit 70 last week and I love it. Also my chest x-ray gets the same type of "fractures" I think it's my multiple stents.
@user-co4pv4oj2d
Ай бұрын
You've had the full works!! That is so reasonable !!
@CKology
Ай бұрын
Having health is having wealth, congrats
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
❤️
@johchadow
Ай бұрын
That's amazing, so inexpensive! Thanks for sharing this information!
@drtk9300
Ай бұрын
Taylor glad to hear that you're in good health 😄. I'm sure that medical bill will contribute to even healthier years. And even better Health for you
@MattBlankenshipPhotography
Ай бұрын
Blessed with good looks and good health! Best wishes to you and Earl Grey!
@contrary8880
Ай бұрын
Wow...what a great, THOROUGH exam. I would love that! I don't mind doctor's appts...to me it is always good information to work with if one needs to do that. Thank you for INFO! ✨🙏🏽
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johnnyrabenold6133
Ай бұрын
Be careful of yearly chest X-rays; that is not standard practice in the US or Europe because it caries a cancer risk.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Good advice 🤔
@barryloo3173
Ай бұрын
Not standard practice because does not improve mortality rates per studies, unless low dose CT scan which is expensive. It is PET scan or maybe CT scans that carries cancer risk if done too often. Unlikely Xrays. Still might want to do a PET scan every 5 years or so. I wonder how much in Penang..
@brianfeeley6140
Ай бұрын
Glad you're feeling better... BTW... love the shirt! Cheers!
@EvolvedBonobo
Ай бұрын
Look at the executive health screening packages at Prince Court Medical Center in KL. Likely an even better value!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
I’ve heard it is great!
@SteveTKP93
Ай бұрын
Uncle Taylor! I’m glad you are so healthy and happy! I’m nearly done with the class work of my PhD, perhaps we can get in touch???
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Absolutely Steve! Email me. Taylorboz96@gmail.com
@ashaw007
Ай бұрын
Hi Andrew. I’m so sorry you have been unwell. Maybe it was some kind of bug going round? Yes, your health care tests were quite a reasonable price. I remember once when I was out there, I had a really bad fall. I was able to see a doctor in 20 minutes and had all the treatment/medication very fast. Pleased your test results were good. I cannot wait until 2025 when I will be out there again. Keep safe. Ashley x😀
@dugfriendly
Ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you for the breakdown ❤
@CumbiaDancer5678
Ай бұрын
Great video, Andrew. Can you share the name of the hospiral &/or the name of your doctor? I'm planning to have a health check up done in Sept or October.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Island Hospital Penang. Dr Yeoh but he’s a cardiologist
@mafarnsims
Ай бұрын
@@andrewtaylor4558 Andrew, is Dr. Yeoh also your GP? If not, do you know of a good GP in Penang?
@lisas44
Ай бұрын
Cool shirt!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thanks ☺️
@angooredcow157
Ай бұрын
Health insurance is US$650 every month which is deducted from paycheck. Employer pays another US$1,300 per month directly to the health insurer. Total health insurance every month is US$1,950!!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
😮
@DorieKong
Ай бұрын
Health care cost in America is way too expensive. We are planning to retire in Malaysia. The medical system is Malaysia is top notch, and health insurance is much cheaper than America. The cost of living is much affordable and higher quality than retiring in America. My husband and I can’t wait to apply retirement visa under Sarawak MM 2H program. We have been to East Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak and we love it. People are very friendly, hospitable and welcoming. We can live in a spacious house. Foods are cheap and fresh. We can enjoy beaches, mountains, rainforest, monkeys, tropical fruits, the greenery, fresh air. Besides, we can have much affordable dental and vision care in Malaysia. Crime rate is low. No guns, no shooting. The American currency exchange rate to Malaysian is so high, retiring in Malaysia can be the best choice for American expats.
@user-ow3gv1fp7w
Ай бұрын
Stay healthy Andrew ❤
@ota924
Ай бұрын
Hi Taylor I’m glad you feel better
@enjoystraveling
Ай бұрын
When I was hearing Earl Gray , I thought it was actually my cat meowing, the two of them just caught a lizard inside. They get inside once in a while and the cats love them, the Chase.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
So true!
@1ADP
Ай бұрын
Thank you
@enjoystraveling
Ай бұрын
Your new place looks minimalistic luxurious :)
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Thanks but not quite minimalist 😂
@gslee6072
Ай бұрын
Glad you are well now ❤
@khalidfallatah5998
Ай бұрын
Thanks I like your veidio so helpful to me and for my future plan.
@karenteng3183
Ай бұрын
Take care,...bye!
@teatree6228
Ай бұрын
Glad you are ok now
@noordinbeldenlex1620
Ай бұрын
You are in remarkably good health for a man seventy years old. If we're healthy and live alone, I guess becoming older is acceptable. Penang is a well-known destination for medical tourism and is home to numerous excellent medical facilities.
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@TheSumo294
Ай бұрын
Mr Rogers is alive!!!!
@888katiechau
26 күн бұрын
Can you please do a video about long term care/ assist living in Malaysia? Show us around the facility and prices?
@andrewtaylor4558
26 күн бұрын
I did already! Check this out. kzitem.info/news/bejne/zmp_l36ngX53hIIsi=Cr7JYdZdvaV8M03x
@user-tp9lc5gw3d
Ай бұрын
Mr Taylor, I hope you are moving in nicely to your new home. However, I really can’t live with just one video a week from you. I need at least FIVE- how do you expect me to go about whole week without seeing you😢 If I could clone you, I would, but I can’t. So we need to find a solution to this dilemma. ❤
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Awwww, so nice. 😊
@user-tp9lc5gw3d
Ай бұрын
@@andrewtaylor4558 so we doing 7 videos a week? 😄
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
@@user-tp9lc5gw3d 😂
@angooredcow157
Ай бұрын
Congratulations! You are generally, in good health. The cost of your check-up is great. I pay close to US$650 every month for my health insurance. Covid is on the rise in the U.S. Did you have Covid? You sat next to a woman who was coughing on the bus to Penang. She probably gave you something! Keep the spirits up!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Nope, never had Covid.
@rohanaahmad3175
Ай бұрын
Your new home beautiful
@johnanderson676
9 сағат бұрын
Great video! I am new here :)) What type of diet do you follow?
@andrewtaylor4558
5 сағат бұрын
Nothing in particular 😂
@ANNE-cj5ci
Ай бұрын
Gr8 to 👀 you back ..
@johnnyrabenold6133
Ай бұрын
I was in Penang once. If you don’t like fish, you must feel left out!
@noranahmorshidi9482
Ай бұрын
Yearly medical health record#beautiful step
@chrisq.6857
Ай бұрын
Essential yearly checks ..but going to Penang is the treat for you ! Flu going around .yes I just had it too .😅despite a flu shot 💉 before
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Hope you feel better. 🤗
@jaymeez
Ай бұрын
That's A Great Deal!!
@ThisnametaKenny
Ай бұрын
good value
@umikhalsom5441
Ай бұрын
𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘸𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦..
@davidwong2821
Ай бұрын
Hi Taylor- Recently, I had subdural hematoma surgery in the USA and the surgery went very well. Since I plan to retire in Malaysia sometime soon, how will their private hospital work if there is any emergency? I understand they want an upfront payment or guarantee letter from the health insurance before treatment. If you can do a video about it would be great or if you have any ex-pat experienced a medical emergency and how they are treated. Thanks
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
I had a friend who had his appendix removed. A few days in the hospital, private room, total RM 7,000 or about $1,500 USD so it usually isn’t an issue.
@davidwong2821
Ай бұрын
@@andrewtaylor4558 Thank you for your content, Taylor!
@ota924
Ай бұрын
Taylor your apartment look great
@roversmum367
Ай бұрын
Great that you are getting better from the sickness, and that overall your health is good. Can I ask please what hospital it was that you had your tests at?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Island Hospital Penang
@paulhefner2813
Ай бұрын
you would know it even if it is a minor fracture of the ribs.
@tinglestingles
Ай бұрын
Very affordable and great news! We were in Penang in February this year and tried to get our check-up appointments, but due to Chinese New Year, we couldn't - how far in advance did you book yours?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
It’s usually just a few days.
@samfromvalleycenter4848
Ай бұрын
Hi Andy, $376 total cost is that before or after health insurance pay for their part? Enjoy your video knowing your are still a very healthy man. Cheers,
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Insurance only covers hospitalisation so that is the total cost. 🤗
@chrisloizou7997
Ай бұрын
Hello Taylor - Thank you for another nice video. Can I please ask why you travel to Penang for your medical checkup as opposed to doing in in KL? From what I hear there are great facilities available in KL
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Just staying with my old doctor who I like very much. Gives me a reason to visit friends.
@ronlombok
Ай бұрын
Told you so Taylor. Your battery shelve life will last for 100 yrs 😂😂
@belindatorres4328
Ай бұрын
Please Give tour of new home
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Soon. I have to order some new things first. 🤗
@secretserviceinc
Ай бұрын
Cool
@harminparrarueda5615
9 күн бұрын
Andrew, why do you chose Penang for the medical check-up instead of KL? Is it less expensive in Penang?
@andrewtaylor4558
7 күн бұрын
I just like my old doctor
@mylittleocchio
16 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience. Curious if you have to have US health insurance on a MMH2 visa or can you just pay out of pocket like you did?
@andrewtaylor4558
16 күн бұрын
Over 60 no insurance required
@enjoystraveling
Ай бұрын
The aerobus looks nice and now I’m wondering what the train looks like is it as comfortable as taking the bus back to KL?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Close to as comfortable
@alansmith4387
Ай бұрын
Hi Andrew , your new condo looks really nice, where did you move from and to?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Just a kilometre closer in to the city
@bsways
Ай бұрын
I’m wondering what happens with ex pats once they reach an age when they can no longer get health insurance?
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Pay out of pocket.
@user-du9xz3rs6h
Ай бұрын
Hi Taylor please give me the hospital where you went in Penang and your doctor's name too. I'm planning to have a complete check up like yours. I'm also a US citizen who wants to have a general check up ...have a blessed day!
@andrewtaylor4558
Ай бұрын
Island Hospital in Penang. Dr Yeoh but he’s a cardiologist
@muhjm1946
27 күн бұрын
How your cat 🐈 taken your new apartment? I saw them walking around.
@andrewtaylor4558
26 күн бұрын
He loves it! 🤗
@user-fl9tl9qs4m
Ай бұрын
Great to know you are fit and healthy 70yr YOUNG! (lol). Did you have to pay that in addition to the insurance premiums? Have a great day! Thanks
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