Open Your Eyes in India

Cut the Cost of Glaucoma Surgery

According to WBMD, glaucoma is the second most prevalent reason for blindness worldwide.  Among people aged fifty and younger, one in two hundred people are affected by glaucoma, which if left untreated, will deteriorate the optic nerve and may eventually cause loss of sight.  Usually, medications can be used to regulate pressure in the eyes, preventing any escalation of optic nerve damage.  Laser or conventional surgery is necessary in some cases, however.  Unfortunately, these approaches usually come with a heavy price tag. 

Health travel options are available to those wanting to cut the cost of their glaucoma surgery.  A medical tourism vacation to India, home to quality healthcare at affordable prices, is a popular destination for people seeking to reduce the cost of all types of eye procedures, from glaucoma surgery to cataract removal surgery. 

Medical Tourism's Long Tradition in India

Health travel to India is nothing new.  In fact, India is historically one of the first medical tourism destinations.  As yoga gained popularity five centuries ago, India started to welcome waves of health travelers who were seeking cures from alternative medicine.  In modern times, India is famous for its cutting edge technology and highly qualified physicians.  Reuters has recently reported that medical tourism in India is expected to bring in US$6.5 billion in coming years, and the government of India wants to try for even more than that.  The government has recently set up talks with three international companies to negotiate the building of multiple 1,000-bed hospitals around New Delhi. 

Sightseeing in India

In addition to boasting respected hospitals and doctors, India is also home to some of the most spectacular sights on the planet.  What a great place to test out your new clear vision!  The famous Taj Mahal, a beautiful mausoleum combining Persian, Turkish, and Indian architectural techniques, is found only a few hours from New Delhi.  The UNESCO World Heritage Web site lauds the Taj as the "jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the most universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage."