Affordable Medical Treatment In Egypt And Turkey

For those interested in traveling overseas for a medical procedure it may be prudent to learn about the procedures, treatments, and surgeries that are offered by hospitals and clinics around the world. Asian nations such as India, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia, to name a few, have taken the lead in health tourism and have an increasing number of baby boomers from the US and UK opt for medical treatment cum vacation in these countries. While elective procedures such as cosmetic dental and plastic surgery have been traditionally associated with health tourism, non-elective procedures such as knee replacement surgery, cardiac surgery, and neurosurgery have gained ground rapidly over the past decade.

Egypt is among the popular destinations for plastic and dental surgery where a procedure can cost up to 60% less that the US or UK. A simple liposuction could result in a saving of thousands of dollars. While a procedure could cost around $2000 in the US, the same can be done in the land of the pyramids for a mere $260. The warm, dry weather, sulfur rich springs, and the healing black sands at Safga provide the perfect therapeutic settings. Apart from a range of resorts and spas, the country also has hospitals and clinics that offer world-class services on par with anywhere else in the world. Some tour operators also specialize in health tourism packages which include a choice of doctors, hospitals, consultation, treatment, and recovery, apart from sightseeing.

For low cost dental treatment, cosmetic surgery, and orthopedic and general surgery, Hungary is a popular destination on the health tourism map. Austrians and Germans have taken advantage of low cost surgery options for several years. Most people combine a medical procedure with a tour of the beautiful country. Modern facilities, and internationally trained doctors form an integral part of the country's medical infrastructure and is soon becoming the number one destination for UK travelers seeking affordable medical treatment. A face lift at one of Hungary's finest hospitals could cost less than 60% than the UK or US.

Turkey is famous for much more than kebabs and coffee. The country has one of the highest numbers of JCI or Joint Commission International accredited and certified hospitals and clinics. A large number of medical, thermal, spas, and wellness services await tourists that can indulge in the comfort of five-star hotel accommodation, which is usually included in the package according to the Stress Reducation Blog. The medical staff are well versed in the English language and are certified by the Turkish Medical Association. Several hospitals are affiliated with top US medical providers such as the Johns Hopkins, and Harvard Medical School. Among the wide array of services available to the medical traveler are ophthalmic and Lasik surgery, obesity treatment, fertility and sterility treatment, psoriasis treatment, and more. All this is available at a mere 40% of the cost than the UK or US.

The ease and affordability of long distance travel, the availability of low cost treatment without compromising on quality, and the lure of vacationing in a foreign land are enough reasons for anyone to embark on a health tour.