There are so many reasons why people want to travel to different places. They may be going there for a quick holiday getaway, visiting some magnificent churches, or for a romantic honeymoon. However, in the last few decades, there’s another reason why people now want to go places: to get healed, and it’s called medical tourism.
Medical tourism has been creating quite a buzz for people who want to have a budget operation while getting some of the best doctors in the industry. At first it was all about cosmetic surgery, but people started to come in for more reasons. Now it has become a billion dollar industry, and countries are competing in price to attract customers worldwide.
Medical tourism became possible because of the rising cost of hospitalization in the US and UK. In some countries, the services for the same procedure are way cheaper compared to their US or UK counterparts. Plus, with most of the flight tickets getting cheaper because of competition, medical tourism has now become a reality. If American or European people use this option, they can save as much as 50% on their medical bills. That’s the lowest that they can save. There are even procedures that will cost only 10% of the original price. That doesn’t include the airfare, but compared to what you will get in the US, the services are superb and you get to have the best doctors the hospital has to offer.
This industry is currently very hot and most of the competing countries are in Asia and South America. The costs of living in these countries are lower and that includes the cost of medical attention.
The number one reason for medical tourism is still cosmetic surgery. However, there are certain conditions right now that are offered by these countries. From knee surgery to heart-valve replacement, these countries are offering there services at a very low price. Aside from giving the best medical service available in their country, the accommodation is even better. There are hospital rooms offered in Thailand that look more like a bedroom suite. Their only difference is that instead of being taken care of by hotel attendants, medical attendants will be there to help you. India, Singapore and the Philippines are also following suit. Their governments have been very aggressive in advertising the abilities of their doctors, and the accommodation of their hospitals to attract clients.
However, one of the concerns for the patients is the post operation check up. It’s not that you come here and live permanently because they had a surgery. You have to go back sometimes, and you can’t just go back to the country again for a post operation check up. That’s where accreditations start to come in. You need to go to hospitals that are internationally recognized for medical tourism. These companies are usually ISO certified, and can handle the concerns in a very satisfactory manner. You can also request your medical records so that you can give them to your doctor.
So if you want to have an a cheaper operation and be in a place close to beaches, consider medical tourism to save money and have a grand time!
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My medical needs were assisted by a company created by Americans right in India. They are America’s Medical Solutions http://www.americasmedicalsolutions.com but the main thing is about the hospitals and doctors they know personally. I cannot say enough good about Indian medical, their good doctors, and the facilities. Whoops! I forgot the price. Thousands upon thousands of dollars are being saved. The airfare included is far cheaper than staying home.
Nandu
Comment by Nandu — September 26, 2007 @ 2:47 am