1. Thailand Caps Excessive Healthcare Costs
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... he or she must pay entirely out of pocket.  Due to lower labor costs and more reasonable malpractice insurance, medical and dental tourism often provides the best prices.  10%, 50%, and even 80% discounts ...

2. Hotels in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

... to the modest.    Budget Accommodations The city’s apartment-style hotels – rooms with small kitchenettes - offer an inexpensive way to live in the heart of the city without paying five star prices.  ...

3. Climate in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

... are recorded in July and August.  Although this is peak tourist season in Tel Aviv, you may want to avoid this time for your medical tourism vacation.  Crowds are huge, and prices for everything (accommodations, ...

4. Climate of Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... Wall lures travelers during Passover and other major Jewish festivals. If you’re not in the mood for a spiritual makeover, simply avoid Jerusalem during these times as the city is packed and prices ...

5. March
(Articles/2008)

... 1-Thai hospital firm prices 5 bln baht bond coupons Cast aside and left to die by New Labour Government takes steps to promote medical tourism Foreign couples turn to India for surrogate ...

6. December
(Articles/2007)

... expects 15 per cent more visitors in 2008 Lower prices for plastic surgery create demand for vacation/surgical packages to Latin America The upside of globalizing health care BridgeHealth International ...

7. October
(Articles/2007)

... Highlights President José Eduardo's Visit Cure and tour — Chennai emerging major hub Cures for adult car sickness Dangers of dental holidays Dental consumers balk at high prices Dental team ...

8. July
(Articles/2007)

... tourism to new high Good care, low prices lure patients to Mexico Grass is greener for Michael Moore Health, culture-based tourism can be developed further: Masidi Medical insurance: how ...

9. June
(Articles/2007)

...  tourism on forefront Hai-O's Successful Foray Into China Due To Tun Razak Govt planning grading of Ayurveda spas High Prices and Long Wait Times Send Patients Off-Shore Thailand's Bumrungrad ...

10. Filipino Bridges Lead to Smiles
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Medical Vacations Bridge Gap Between Affordability and Healthcare As Americans face the humbling combination of rising fuel prices, higher healthcare costs, and declining dollar values, finding was ...

11. India Has Americans Turning the Other Cheek
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

The Beholders Are In India Move over New York, Los Angeles, and Rio.  Those looking for lower plastic surgery prices are beginning to fly to India, Thailand, and Singapore in unprecedented numbers.  ...

12. Drillings, Fillings, and More in Thailand
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... other Western countries.  Best of all, the hospital’s prices are quite reasonable and include everything from accommodations and treatment to medication and transport.  They even offer arrangements ...

13. Get Crowned in Hungary
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Dental Tourism Puts a Dent in Plastic Surgery Prices With plastic surgery prices (along with everything else) on the rise, it’s little wonder that people are looking around for the next best thing.  ...

14. The New Appeal of Plastic Surgery
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... costs soaring in the U.S., Canada, and various European countries, individuals on a range of budgets have grown comfortable with the idea of a quick trip to a faraway land in search of better prices ...

15. Hotels in San Jose
(Destinations/Costa Rica)

...  at shoestring prices.  At the other end, there are the five-star luxury properties that mimic palaces. In between, is the endless assortment of moderately priced hotels offering enough amenities and ...

16. Weather in San Jose
(Destinations/Costa Rica)

... is a great time for your medical tourism vacation because you get to enjoy San Jose at her finest.  On the flip side, the prices tend to be higher due to increased demand for hotel rooms, restaurants, ...

17. Hotels in Istanbul
(Destinations/Turkey)

... to be frequented by annoying carpet salesmen.  The amount of heckling is not even funny.  If Sultanahmet's inflated prices and carpet salesmen sound off-putting, head to Beyoglu to set up camp on your ...

18. Medical Tourism Brings Sexy Back
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... abroad showing up in stark contrast to prices in developed countries, it’s easy to see why more people are jumping on the bandwagon than ever before.  Medical tourism puts much needed life-saving surgical ...

19. Cosmetic Surgery Prices Raise Eyebrows
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... out that there’s more to Brazil than pristine beaches and gorgeous women.  Rising cosmetic surgery prices in the U.S. and other developed nations have made it a haven for those seeking surgery on a limited ...

20. Nightlife in Budapest
(Destinations/Hungary)

... of sweet flavors.  The country’s wines are underestimated, but in the last few years, they have come to enjoy a loyal following.  Alcohol prices are always cheap, ensuring that your medical tourism ...

21. Shopping in Hungary
(Destinations/Hungary)

...  could pick up souvenirs at unbelievable prices.  Foods and Wines With its rich gastronomic tradition and fine wines, Hungary also has a selection of gourmet eats and drinks to take back home.  Red ...

22. Climate in Hungary
(Destinations/Hungary)

... the resorts are all packed with holiday makers, and prices are hiked.  Plus, heat waves are common and the humidity can be exasperating.  Fall and spring are the best times to visit Hungary, with spring ...

23. Shopping in Sao Paulo
(Destinations/Brazil)

...  throughout the city.  Shopping Areas For cheaper threads, the Centro area is filled with shoppers looking for discount buys.  Centro has a number of establishments where the prices are affordable, ...

24. Plastic Surgery Prices Are More Affordable Than You Thought
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... and you’ll have the rest of the time to relax on an island paradise, either on a tourist beach or a secluded one, all for a fraction of what you’d pay under the US’ plastic surgery prices.  And I don’t ...

25. Boosting Your Boobs in India?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  dragging up the overall cost of such procedures, aided in part by the dearth of viable insurance options for plastic surgery, prices are continuing to become too unaffordable for the average American.  ...

26. Restricted by the Cost of Glaucoma Surgery?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... in the U.S. varies according to location and type of surgery.  In India, doctors advertise low prices of $1,170 for one type of procedure.  According to a 2001 report by the Agency for Healthcare Research ...

27. What is Dental Tourism?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... burden of dental care in developed countries around the world? It is a viable option to combat the restrictive cost of dental crowns and other dental procedures.    How Can India Afford These Prices? ...

28. Plastic Surgery Prices Head Up and Consumers Head Out
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... Plastic surgery prices are considered high since the procedures, which are most often regarded as purely cosmetic, are generally not covered by insurance.  As the demand grows, consumers take a second ...

29. Why So Many Filipino Doctors Are Smiling
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

The Philippines’ Secret to a Winning Smile In the United States, the consumer quest is to get more for less.  Hence the prosperity of retailers who offer quality products at bargain prices.  With the ...

30. Shopping in Rio de Janeiro
(Destinations/Brazil)

... jerseys are available for throwaway prices at all the markets in town, but for better quality jerseys, pick a few up from a fashion boutique.    Shopping districts The main touristy areas of Copacabana, ...

31. Rio de Janeiro Nightlife
(Destinations/Brazil)

... as a meeting point before the partying really begins.  These informal street parties mix beer and dancing at prices that can’t be beat.   Clubs Copacabana used to be the partying capital of Rio, but ...

32. Man Up with Sexual Reassignment Surgery in Thailand
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  from Adam’s apple contouring to facial feminization surgery.  Thai Vacations Alleviate Plastic Surgery Prices Americans are turning in droves to other countries for medical procedures.  Thailand ...

33. Dental Bridges and Plastic Surgery—What Do They Have in Common?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... prices vary widely according to the type of surgery as well as all of the factors relevant to dental bridges.  But the two also have something else in common: a cheaper alternative.  The Impact of ...

34. Should You or Shouldn’t You Get Rhinoplasty?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Why Bother With an Elective Surgery? In light of the rise in prices of everything from gas to healthcare, most Americans have understandably chosen to delay taking on any extra expenses.  The cost ...

35. Introduction
(Medical Tourism Safety/Medical Overview)

...  the following pages are there to answer any questions you might have about accreditation, medical safety, malpractice, insurance, procedures, and prices. In the next section (Travel), you can begin ...

36. Shopping in Brazil
(Destinations/Brazil)

... all available at reasonable prices. Silver jewelry is a particular favorite with the locals, and you’ll find dozens of stores in Rio. Always buy your jewelry and gems from certified dealers and reputable ...

37. Climate in Brazil
(Destinations/Brazil)

... to go though the roof. If you can handle a little nip in the air, go during the off season that falls from May to October. It’s not as crowded, and prices are down to earth. Sao Paulo is close ...

38. The Methodology Behind our Medical Tourism Price Estimator
(Procedures/Prices)

... to publish their prices online.  There are still numerous other factors that make it difficult to determine how much specific procedures actually cost in individual countries:  How advanced is your ...

39. Shopping in Buenos Aires
(Destinations/Argentina)

... prices. A happy after-shock of the economic crash of 2002 was the sudden creative impetus that local artisans and designers suddenly began to receive. Until the crash, Argentineans had little interest ...

40. Spas and Resorts in Buenos Aires
(Destinations/Argentina)

... upscale hotels have included spas that offer everything from facials to yoga classes, but make sure to choose one that doesn’t charge American prices. It seems a bit silly to visit a medical tourism ...

41. Hotels in Buenos Aires
(Destinations/Argentina)

... take advantage of the fantastic prices. Budget and Mid Range Hotels Moderately priced family-run hotels offer medical tourism travelers a charm that’s lacking in the hotel chains, although you might ...

42. Climate and Weather in Buenos Aires
(Destinations/Argentina)

... up for sale. Don’t expect marked down prices, but anticipate a fair amount of drooling over some of the most beautiful collector’s items in Buenos Aires.  ...

43. The Philippines: A Shoppers Paradise
(Destinations/Philippines)

... has its own range of patterns and colors. Bargain Hunting in the Philippines For great value at bargain prices, a visit to the local flea markets is a must. Try and include a few of the following ...

44. Thailand Takes the Body Beautiful One Step Further
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Low Cosmetic Surgery Prices for all Procedures Beautiful Thailand has a reputation that precedes itself as far as medical tourism is cornered.  With skillful surgeons, rock-bottom prices, and ...

45. When Size Matters, Opt For Medical Tourism in Thailand, Singapore, or India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  trained, more experienced, and definitely more accountable.  Where could he have found such doctors? Enter the world of medical tourism.    Are Cosmetic Surgery Prices Becoming More Affordable?  ...

46. Dubai Will Have a Hard time Pushing Medical Tourism
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... Dubai has to get through is the fact that its medical treatment prices are higher than other destinations.  The cost of a nose job surgery, for instance, can be about DH 15,000 which is only about ...

47. Major Cost Differences Lure Americans to India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... Prices are sometimes as low as 20% of the costs in the West.  You could save a substantial amount on the cost of ear surgery, for example, and with these savings you can better afford the flights, ...

48. Medical Tourism Star Set to Shine Brightly in Israel
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... from cosmetic surgery to hysterectomy alone won’t cut it. India offers some of the lowest prices for procedures around.  If you’re looking for five-star luxury in a paradise-like setting, ...