PETALING JAYA: Site surveys and earthworks will begin this year as Malaysia lays the groundwork for the construction of the country’s first National Subfertility Centre, giving further hope to couples who want to conceive.
The centre, which is scheduled to open in 2030, is located in Section 17, Shah Alam.
It is estimated that the centre could attend to about 22,500 couples a year or more.
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This would be at least three times the number of people served per year, compared to the current facilities, the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry told The Star.
The centre will be run by the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN), which is leading Malaysia’s efforts to deal with fertility issues and the impact on people’s lives through treatments, research and training.
According to the ministry, the centre will be equipped with subfertility services, training centres and research departments.
Patients will have access to specialist consultations, operating theatre suites and pharmacy services, ensuring comprehensive care under one roof.
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“It will open as a hospital and admission will be on a case-by-case basis. Not all who come will be admitted,” said the ministry.
A team of reproductive medicine consultants, obstetrics and gynaecology specialists, embryologists and fertility nurses will manage patient care.
Charges at the centre will follow national regulations such as the Population and Family Development Act.
“This is to ensure fees are charged fairly, transparently and consistently for all patients,” said the ministry.
“Patients and families can expect comprehensive amenities, including parking, transport access, waiting areas and dedicated counselling rooms staffed by experienced counsellors for patients’ comfort.”
It said preparations are underway, with the Public Works Department’s Procurement Board having reviewed the project in October last year.
“Approvals from the Finance Ministry are expected soon, with major works including site surveys, design planning and earthworks to begin in early 2026.
“The project will involve three main scopes of work, namely the design stage until approval of Planning Permission from Shah Alam City Council.
“This will be followed by preliminary site preparations such as surveying, planning, setting up offices, equipment and connecting utilities before construction of earthworks and foundations.”
