As a US consumer wrestling with the idea of traveling abroad and becoming a medical tourist, many questions about which destination is best suited, what type of doctor and what type of facility are just a few of the primary issues that need to be addressed.

One of the benefits of utilizing a medical tourism facilitator is that many carry out a rigorous process of screening the medical tourist in order to assist them in choosing the appropriate services. If you are a consumer considering your options, a good first question to ask the facilitator is their experience with the countries, hospitals and doctors that you are considering. (more…)

When the Medical Tourist begins their research, much of the focus is on the medical component of the trip.

While the quality of care received and the physician selected are of utmost importance, the dynamics of being a medical tourist doesn’t stop there. A main component of the psyche involves feeling comfortable in the environment of the chosen destination. (more…)

A very important part of the homework done by a Medical Tourist needs to be evaluating the risk of traveling outside the country. One of those risks is evaluating the environment and how it may impact ones health.

Issues such as required immunizations, hospitals and medical facilities, climate and altitude are all factors that should be evaluated and taken into consideration when preparing to travel abroad. (more…)

Many people that are in the decision making phase related to Cosmetic surgery abroad have learned, either through their own research, or perhaps from someone that has experienced it, there are many costs associated with traveling for surgery abroad.

Obviously, the answer to the question related to your health and well being rests with the very important decision concerning the credentials and experience of the physician selected. Once you’ve decided on the physician, it is important to obtain as much information about the facility and equipment that will be used for your surgery. (more…)

As the amount of US patients traveling abroad for elective care continues to increase, where to stay when arriving at a destination country is becoming big business.

The needs of the “Medical Tourist” are much different from someone traveling on business or vacation. Historically, for a medical tourist, staying at a traditional hotel comes with much apprehension. While a hotel may be very appropriate for someone having dental work done, it may not be very suitable for someone having a cosmetic or bariatric procedure for example. Challenges include; the lack of privacy after the procedure, rooms often times not properly equipped to handle post-surgical issues, medical needs, such as nurse care and massage therapy, are not readily available. This may cause frequent trips to a medical facility for post-operative care and follow up. (more…)