Global Medical Wellness centre opens in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

European Wellness, a global leader in regenerative medicine & integrated healthcare, has opened its newest & most advanced facility in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The 60,000-square-foot facility represents a significant advance for health care in Sabah & is expected to play an important role in medical wellness tourism worldwide.

High-profile attendees & international guests attended the grand opening ceremony. The Sabah Chief Minister, YAB Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Bin Haji Noor, the Sabah State Minister for Finance, YB Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Masidi Manjun, & the Advisor to the UAE President, H.E. Dignitaries attended the unveiling of this cutting-edge facility, included Dr. Khalid Abdulla Mubarak Albuainain Almazrouie, among others.

Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mike Chan (second from right) at the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new European Wellness Premier Centre along with YAB Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Bin Haji Noor (Middle), YB Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Masidi Manjun (third from left), H.E. Dr. Major General Khalid Abdulla Mubarak Albuainain AlMazrouie (second from left), & Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Michelle Wong (far right).

Chief Minister Hajiji praised the vision and commitment of the founders, emphasizing how the centre will enhance Sabah’s healthcare capabilities & position the region as a prominent destination for medical wellness tourism. “This facility is a game-changer for Sabah, combining state-of-the-art medical science with our unique natural environment,” said Hajiji. “It not only strengthens our local healthcare sector but also boosts Sabah’s standing on the global medical tourism map.”

The centre’s opening is a strategic move that aligns with Sabah’s broader goals of becoming a leading hub for advanced healthcare & medical wellness tourism. Sabah’s strategic location in Southeast Asia, as part of the BIMP-EAGA & ASEAN regions, provides a significant advantage in attracting international investment & talent. “We are positioning Sabah at the forefront of the global health & wellness revolution,” Hajiji added. “This investment reflects our commitment to enhancing life quality & fostering international collaboration in medical innovation.”

In a major investment by European Wellness’s founders, Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mike Chan & Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Michelle Wong, the centre combines advanced medical science with Sabah’s natural environment, setting a new benchmark in global healthcare.

Dr. Khalid Abdulla Mubarak highlighted the international significance of the European Wellness New Premier Centre. “The advancements showcased here are truly groundbreaking,” Dr. Khalid remarked. “Prof. Chan’s work in targeted organ-specific stem cell therapy represents the future of healthcare set to revolutionize regenerative medicine & significantly improve healthcare outcomes globally.”

There are over 60 advanced regenerative medicine & holistic wellness therapies available at the centre, which features cutting-edge technology & a team of over 300 healthcare professionals.This new facility is part of a larger expansion plan that includes the establishment of a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park, with an investment of USD 80 million, doubling the workforce & further strengthening Sabah’s position in global health care.

In addition to transforming healthcare in Sabah, the European Wellness New Premier Centre aims to set new standards for medical wellness worldwide as well. As a result of EW’s commitment to medical wellness advancements, it is poised to lead a revolution in global medical wellness tourism, transforming Sabah’s health.