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5 Reasons Why Thailand is a Great Medical Destination

For most people, Thailand is an excellent tourist destination because of its scenic natural landscapes, delicious food, exhilarating infrastructures, and rich culture. However, did you know that health tourism in Thailand has also grown in popularity?

If you wanted to have a nose job, liposuction, tummy tuck, hip replacement, or even cancer treatment, then you should definitely visit Thailand. Aside from having the best doctors and advanced medical equipment, this small Asian country also boasts of cheaper rates compared to Western medical centers. And even if their rates are affordable, these medical centers still offer quality services to their clients. Now if these reasons are not enough to persuade you to visit Thailand, below are other compelling reasons why you should definitely pick this country for your next medical trip abroad.

1. Super Affordable

Medical trips abroad may seem like a very expensive activity. But the truth is, going flying to another country can actually help you save more money. That is because Thailand offers one of the lowest rates in terms of medical treatments.

For instance, a heart bypass surgery that costs around $144,000 in most Western countries only cost around $27,000 in Thailand. Even if you add your travel costs, you can still save a lot of money by flying abroad.

2. Accredited by International Medical Organizations

Most things come cheap because they do not have good quality. Thankfully, this rule is not applicable to the country’s medical system. 39 private hospitals are accredited by the Joint Commission International – one of the biggest organizations that monitor the quality of hospitals around the globe. In addition, more than 350 hospitals in the country were also accredited by the Ministry of Public Health. With so many hospitals that offer advanced forms of treatment, choosing one that satisfies your needs will be easy.

3. Trained Medical Team

Aside from having good facilities, the country also boasts of competent staff that has ample experience and skills in their craft. Most of doctors got their training abroad that is why they can offer the best services to their patients. Since the pool of doctors in this country is vast, you can easily search for doctors who specialize in plastic surgery, cardiovascular treatments, pediatrics, neurological surgery, dentistry, ophthalmology, and a whole lot more. In addition, they also speak fluent English to communicate with you better.

4. Easier Entry Procedures

Thailand really wants to boost their medical tourism, which is why they make sure that it is easier for tourists to enter the country. Foreigners who want to visit Thailand needs a passport that’s valid for at least 6 months. Tourists from 41 countries, including United Kingdom, America, Australia, and Hong Kong, even have special privileges to stay in the country for a month without a visa. And for travelers who are travelling over land, they can stay for 15 days without a visa.

5. Relaxing Tourist Hotspots

If you are going to visit Thailand, then you also need to see the tourist hotspots that the country has to offer. You can relax in the exotic beaches, dine in fancy restaurants, visit their museums, or check out their man made infrastructures.

Have you ever experienced visiting Thailand? What are the things that you loved about the country? Share your experiences in the comments!

Photo by Chi King via Flickr Creative Commons

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