subject: What is Medical tourism [print this page] Traveling abroad for health is not a new phenomenon.Medical tourism isactually thousands of years old. In ancient Greece, pilgrims and patients came from all over the Mediterranean to the sanctuary of the healing god, asklepios; the god of healing was located at Epidaurus. In roman Britain, patients took the waters at a shrine at bath, a practice that continued for 2,000 years. During 18th century wealthy Europeans used to visit health resorts in North Africa. But in the past seven years or so, the movement has accelerated sharply. It is growing rapidly and turning out to be an immense business opportunity for nations which have the strategic advantage of having resources in terms of medical technology, infrastructure and right human resources
The reason for Travel may be different likeCost difference,Lesser Waiting period,Non Availability of Treatment in home country etc.
Popular treatments abroad are mainly Knee Replacement, Hip Replacement, Heart Surgery, Dental Treatments, Cosmetic Surgery, Hair Transplant Surgery and Eye Surgery
Depending on the location and procedure, amedical vacation can cost 50%, 30%, or even 10% of what you would pay at home.
Apart from being known as an IT hub, healthcare section in India is fast improving. Today, India has become a hottest medical tourism destination for the people around the globe. Witnessing the influx of foreigners for dual purpose of tourism, the Indian Government have realized the value of medical tourism and are making huge investment on healthcare establishments and tourist spots in order to get back handsome revenues. An internet research have revealed that India could earn Rupees 100 billion (US$2.3 billion) through Medical Tourism by 2012
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What is Medical tourism
By: Nilesh Gajera
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