1. Overview
(Procedures/Heart and Blood)

To the left, you will find a list of the most common Heart & Blood procedures available.  Feel free to read through the short descriptions.     If you would like to know the cost of each ...

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. Sightseeing in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... has been divided into several sections, each under the control of a Christian denomination Church.  Yad Vashem In a city known for its tragic history, the most heartrending site you’ll visit is ...

4. Getting Around in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

Buses Jerusalem’s Egged buses are at the heart of its transportation system, used extensively by tourists and locals alike.  These buses serve all the main thoroughfares, and you can find route details ...

5. April
(Articles/2008)

... Region's Health Issues Day Apollo’s heart set on health tourism; says 2008/09 will bring good times to shareholders Medical Tourism: Pathway to Outsourcing Physician Jobs India's Booming Medical ...

6. March
(Articles/2008)

...  USA Philippines health care With Harvard, it'll be Healthcare City Bigger Brests Better Buttocks High costs and superbug fears force patients abroad DOCTORS WITH A HEART Call to invest ...

7. February
(Articles/2008)

... tourism' no day at the beach COMMON SENSE & EVIDENCE: Heritage tourism A warm getaway and a new hip Galichia Heart Hospital's $10K bypass jolts industry Scholarships from Down Under Free ...

8. December
(Articles/2007)

... Heart Centres RP seen making name in major medical procedures--NCC Medical Tourism: The lucrative prescription for India Potential tourists' perception of Jacksonville somewhat skewed Incredible ...

9. October
(Articles/2007)

... are much sought after thanks to medical tourism City Pulse Treatment Abroad Offers Accessible Health Care UAE Based Heart Specialist Slams Outward Health Tourism Unable to Wait 16 Months for ...

10. August
(Articles/2007)

... no longer pep pill Opportunities arise in Indian technical textile industry Surf The Net Or Sing Karaoke From Your Hospital Bed Healthbase Assists American Heart Patient to Get Life-Saving ...

11. July
(Articles/2007)

... with past Sicko' Moore does not 'heart' Huckabee's American Sicko can reach out to India Canadian nurses can see SiCKO documentary free this week Thailand Medical Tourism CNN vs. SiCKO ...

12. June
(Articles/2007)

... Hospital for Best Practices in Heart Attack and Stroke Treatment Authority signs deal with American Hospital in Thailand Traveling can help cure medical costs New Uttarakhand minister puts ...

13. May
(Articles/2007)

... seeking lower health costs overseas Saudis Targeted in ‘Visit Malaysia Year’ IT boosts WHO's patient safety solutions Vision to 2020: Middle East Tourism Moves Upwards Hearts, Hips, Angio, ...

14. February
(Articles/2007)

... hip replacement surgery performed Woman Outsources Heart Surgery To Indian Hospital Korea to Attract More Foreign Patients Medical tourism in St. Petersburg Apex secret weapon 'India will ...

15. November
(Articles/2006)

... Is Medical Tourism? Businesses may move health care overseas Quality tag opens tourism doors BM Birla Heart Centre first to get NABH stamp RP’s medical tourism rakes in $200M US Firms ...

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

... Ticket prices aren’t coming down, so you might as well make the most of your medical tourism visit.  New thighs?  Better heart?  Fuller lips?  The Philippines can do it all.  Just make sure you conduct ...

17. Singapore’s Secret for Low Cost Herniated Disc Surgery
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... care costs, even procedures as complicated and dangerous as herniated disc surgery (discectomy) or heart surgery seem even worse.  In addition to undergoing the knife, patients have to shell out big ...

18. Dining in Turkey
(Destinations/Turkey)

... Mediterranean, and the rich hearty food of central Asia.  Encompassing salads and soups, kebabs from Arabia, European-style steaks and appetizers, and Viennese pastries, the food is simple, yet diverse.  ...

19. Recreation in Budapest
(Destinations/Hungary)

... bath. Swimwear is the dress code at the mixed baths.  Remember to have a hearty meal before you set off for your bath appointment. All that cleaning of toxins can wear you out.  Most bathhouses will ...

20. Can You Say "Telangiectasias" 5 Times Fast?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... resulting in heart attack or stroke.  Cost Comparisons of Spider Vein Surgery Support Medical Tourism What would you expect to pay for this peace of mind?  A thousand dollars?  Five hundred?  Those ...

21. Can a Health Vacation Actually Make You Slimmer?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... their lives.  Obesity can lead to heart failure, sleep apnea, diabetes, and several respiratory disorders.  Reducing the exceptional weight eases the burden on just about every system in the body, including ...

22. Sources of Medical Tourism Help
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  When you’ve figured out the cost of your eyelid surgery, have a great doctor in mind, and your heart is set on Argentina (or any other major destination for health vacations), what steps do you need ...

23. Religion in Buenos Aires
(Destinations/Argentina)

... into this medical tourism destination’s traditional Catholic heartland. Makeshift churches with names like the Church of Jesus Christ is Love, housed in converted cinema complexes dot many of the city’s ...

24. India Paves the Way for a Healthy Heart
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

More reasons to choose medical tourism packages The prohibitive costs of complex cardiac procedures like heart bypass surgery in the US have contributed to the growth of medical tourism packages to ...

25. More Reasons to Go on Health Vacations
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... heart valve replacement surgery costing as much as a house in their country, Americans are realizing that high quality healthcare is available in foreign lands like India at a fraction of the price.  ...

26. Reduce Stress with Health Vacations
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Cost of Coronary Angioplasty Surgery Raises Tension The stress and strains of modern day living, compounded with lifestyle excesses has resulted in a rise in heart problems among citizens across the ...

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

... congestive heart failure would cost $330,000 in the US, compared with around $57,000 in India.  Plus, this is a country with one of the lowest mortality rates for heart surgeries in the world (even ...

28. Can Medical Tourism Help Boost Western Economies?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  for everything from cosmetic surgery to heart transplants could ultimately lead to a reduction in current rates in your home country.    Cosmetic Surgery without Insurance Those in need ...

29. Proper Research Will Help Ensure Your Health Vacation’s Success
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... is found in health vacation hubs like Thailand, Singapore, and India.  Whether you are traveling to cut the cost of a bone marrow transplant or open heart surgery, these far away locations are worth ...

30. Research Insurance
(Medical Tourism/Planning Your Vacation)

... from the United States flew to India to receive complicated heart surgery that ended up costing him $6,700.  Back home, this same procedure would have cost him almost $200,000.  ...

31. Research Facilities
(Medical Tourism/Planning Your Vacation)

... appropriate treatment for whatever condition you currently have.  India, for example, has some of the best cardiology (heart) programs in the world.  Thailand is a pioneer in plastic surgery, joint replacements, ...

32. Paying For Medical Tourism Out Of Pocket
(Medical Tourism/Insurance and Taxes)

... expenses could actually be lower than the deductible you would have to pay if you received your treatment back home.  If open heart surgery in the States costs $180,000, your deductible could be as high ...

33. Top 7 Medical Tourism Destinations
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... of life saving procedures like heart bypass surgery, a substantial number of patients were attracted by the appeal of combining an exotic holiday in countries like Thailand with aesthetic procedures.  ...

34. One More Reason to Go on a Health Vacation
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... up the $200,000 price tag that passes for the cost of a heart valve replacement surgery Stateside (which is often the case), you'll need to explore your options a little more thoroughly.   ...

35. What is Medical Tourism?
(Medical Tourism/Overview)

What exactly is medical tourism?  Medical tourism is the practice of traveling to another country in order to receive medical attention, be it heart surgery, breast implants, a hip replacement, or dental ...

36. Advantages of Medical Tourism
(Medical Tourism/Overview)

... decided to fly to New Delhi, India where he had the procedure performed for less than $7,000.  Shortly after returning to North Carolina, the patient went back to work with a healthy heart.  2.  Medical ...

37. Be Realistic about Your Stamina and Health
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Seniors)

... and having somebody who understands CPR, heart attack signs, and other first aid knowledge can prove extremely useful when abroad.  Because certification in first aid isn’t terribly difficult to come ...

38. Fighting for Change?
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Women)

... have to fight back.  Personal preference will also dictate how to act if you see another woman being harassed.  If it is verbal, consider staying out of the situation.  As heart-wrenching as this  ...

39. Finding the Best Deals
(Travel/Hotels)

... you to go.  You won't have much use for sightseeing and scuba diving after heart surgery or a hip replacement. Be Willing to Travel If you’re looking for the absolute best deals, it sometimes pays ...

40. 4 Reasons You Should Head to India for your Surgery
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... rate for bone marrow transplants.  And these are procedures that are known for their high infection rate worldwide.   For example, mortality rates at the Escorts Heart Institute for cardiac ...

41. NCPA Nod to Medical Tourism
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  Low Plastic Surgery Prices Lure Americans The American Heart Association and the American Cardiology Association don’t have an official stance against medical tourism. The American society of ...

42. Expand Your Health Vacation Horizons
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... it is not unlikely for a holiday to include an affordable surgery or two.  Although many people opt for minor cosmetic procedures, hospitals like the American Heart Institute (AHI) in Cyprus cater ...

43. Bare Essentials of Heart Valve Replacement Surgery
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

Heart Valve Replacement Surgery Information The heart is the hardest working organ in the body responsible for constantly pumping liters of blood throughout the body.  So imagine if the gateways ...