Top destinations for medical and health tourism

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Whether you want to travel abroad for medical treatment because its cheap or simply because you want to have a mini vacation while getting the treatment, these are the destinations to go to.

Medical tourism in Israel

Israel is the first direction that we remember when thinking about treatment abroad. The main trump card of this country is the use of the most advanced technologies, many of which were created here, in the Holy Land. An important feature of Israeli medicine is the close collaboration of research centers with clinics, where the latest advances in diagnosis and treatment are instantly put into practice.

However, Israel is famous not only for its bright minds, but also for its unique natural resources, the most important of which is the Dead Sea. The minerals contained in its water can literally work wonders, curing many skin ailments, diseases of the joints and spine, and the salty air helps to get rid of respiratory problems. In addition to the Dead Sea, a vacation on the Red Sea in Eilat is also able to perfectly restore strength and energy.

Specialization in the following areas:

  • Oncology
  • Dermatology
  • Infertility And Artificial Insemination
  • Cardiology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Orthopedics And Joint Prosthetics
  • Neurology

Where to go for treatment? The main centers of medical tourism are concentrated in the Tel Aviv region, in Haifa and the Dead Sea.

Medical tourism in Latvia

Latvia is not the country that readily comes to mind, when one thinks of medical tourist destination. However, for people living in Europe the main advantage of Latvian medicine over its more eminent colleagues is its excellent price / quality ratio, which is rarely found in European countries. High technologies have come here a long time ago, and Latvian doctors undergo internships all over the world, but at the same time, the price level in the field of medicine is still affordable. And the incidental costs of staying in the country (such as hotel, food, transport, etc.) will not try to empty your wallet.

Specialization in the following areas:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Phlebology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Orthopedics
  • Dentistry

Where to go for treatment? All the main clinics of the country are located in its capital, Riga.

Medical tourism in China

The vector of health tourism in China is shifted towards oriental medicine. This teaching is based on ancient knowledge about the human body, but at the same time it has rich practical experience and uses scientific thinking. Oriental techniques in China are taken seriously and equated with traditional medicine.

The main methods of oriental medicine acupuncture and various massages, and instead of drugs, medicinal herbal teas and decoctions used. Another popular direction of health tourism in China is sanatoriums with mineral springs and therapeutic mud, where they also successfully fight a variety of ailments.

Specialization in the following areas:

  • Orthopedics
  • Dermatology
  • Neurology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • Cardiology
  • Pulmonology
  • Cosmetology
  • Weight Loss

Where to go for treatment? The best medical centers are concentrated in the city of Dalian, you can also consider clinics in Beijing and Harbin; and for sanatorium treatment it is worth going to Udalianchi, Anshan and the island of Hainan, where the best beach resorts in China are also located.

Medical tourism in India

The most popular area of ​​health tourism in India is Ayurveda, which officially recognized here as a traditional system of medicine. This is another ancient teaching about human life and health, which puts emotional balance and spiritual integrity at the forefront. However, Ayurveda heals not only the soul, but also the body. The main techniques used in this area of ​​medicine are physiotherapy, therapeutic diets and water procedures; and all medicinal products  made from plant, animal and mineral components. And, of course, Ayurveda is inseparable from yoga, which can be considered the Indian version of physical therapy.

Specialization in the following areas:

  • Cardiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Endocrinology
  • Neurology
  • Infertility
  • Orthopedics
  • Pulmonology
  • Gynecology
  • Weight Loss

Where to go for treatment? The homeland and center of Ayurveda is the Indian state of Kerala with its capital in Trivandrum; by the way, here you can combine treatment with a beach holiday.

Medical tourism in Turkey

Turkey sits at the center of global medical tourism. For those living in Europe it the perfect destination to get any kind of medical or cosmetic procedure done as it cheap yet quality  really high. Similarly for those living in Asia, Africa and Middle East, it is a destination where they can get the necassery medical treatment which may not be available in their own countries and the alternatives like going to US or UK are more costly and difficult traveling wise. 

Especially when it comes to cosmetic surgery, people are traveling from all over the world to get procedures like nose jobs, breast augmentation and hair transplant in turkey, due to its highly experienced and highly qualified cosmetic industry. 

Specialization in following areas:

  • Dermatology
  • Infertility And Artificial Insemination
  • Cardiology
  • Weight Loss
  • Orthopedics
  • Dentistry
  • Plastic Surgery

Where to go for treatment? Istanbul would be the obvious choice, but Ankara, Izmir and Bursa are equally suitable.

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