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

... affordability and healthcare is widening into a chasm.  As patients search for solutions to their medical needs, the idea of a vacation seems distant and hopeless.    Fortunately, dental tourism is ...

2. Shopping in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

... of air-conditioned malls to the bustle of night markets and crafts fairs, there’s enough variety in Kuala Lumpur to tire out the most hardcore shopper.  Shopping Malls This medical tourism capital ...

3. Nightlife in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

...  offers the medical tourism visitor a varied range of entertainment options.   Bars and Pubs You’ll find many pubs open for business during lunch time in Kuala Lumpur.  Most bars have a designated ...

4. Sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

... area turns into an open-air bazaar.  Set aside an evening on your medical tourism vacation to walk through the seemingly endless miles of stalls, featuring everything from toys to counterfeit watches. ...

5. Dining in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

... your medical tourism visit takes you, you’re assured of a feast for the taste buds.  South Asian cuisine is especially well represented here, with Chinese, Indian, Vietnamese, Korean, and Thai flavors, ...

6. Hotels in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

Overview Kuala Lumpur offers medical tourism visitors a luxurious five-star experience at some of the lowest prices anywhere in the world.  Most hotels here fall at two ends of the spectrum - budget ...

7. Getting around in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

Overview Kuala Lumpur offers a number of public and private transportation systems for the medical tourism traveler, including buses, commuter trains, and taxis. Local transportation is reasonably ...

8. Climate in Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

... rain (less than an inch).   Best Time to Visit As the country’s largest city and premier medical tourism center, Kuala Lumpur is the most popular destination for vacationers.  Festivals, shopping ...

9. History of Kuala Lumpur
(Destinations/Malaysia)

Establishment of Kuala Lumpur As the capital of and largest city in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the hub of all commercial and tourism in the country. Kuala Lumpur’s name, however, doesn’t do the city’s ...

10. Why Solo Travel Is Dangerous
(Tips and Safety/Travel Tips for Everyone)

Don’t Travel Alone Throughout this site, we repeatedly state that medical tourism vacationers should never travel alone.  It doesn’t matter how experienced, confident, or mature you are.  ...

11. Dehydration
(Medical Tourism Safety/Travel Safety)

... is especially true in medical tourism destinations like India and Thailand; 2 countries known for their heat and humidity.  Additional Thoughts about Water Not all fluids are created equal.  8 oz ...

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

Medical Tourism Opens Doors for Plastic Surgery in Dentistry Medical tourism is a growing phenomenon among middle- to upper-class patients in the West.  It’s especially popular with patients seeking ...

13. Selecting a Medical Tourism Agency
(Medical Tourism/Medical Tourism Companies)

Which Medical Tourism Company Is Best? Each medical tourism company offers slightly different benefits and packages.  Some cover cosmetic surgery procedures exclusively.  Others stick with South East ...

14. Medical Tourism Packages
(Medical Tourism/Medical Tourism Companies)

What Types of Services Can You Expect? There are several tiers of service when it comes to medical tourism companies, with each level adding a little extra to the total bill.  Some medical tourism operators ...

15. Overview
(Medical Tourism/Medical Tourism Companies)

Medical Tourism Companies When planning a medical vacation, you can either go the solo route (meaning you make all the preparations by yourself) or you can hire a medical tourism company to do all of ...

16. How Much Should a Rotary Cuff Repair Operation Cost?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... by progressive loss of function, severe arthritis, pain, and permanent loss of flexibility. To compare the cost of rotary cuff repair, consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   ...

17. Overview
(Procedures/Male)

... by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

18. Overview
(Procedures/Heart and Blood)

... procedure by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

19. Overview
(Procedures/Female)

... by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

20. Overview
(Procedures/Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat)

... the cost of each procedure by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.  If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility ...

21. Overview
(Procedures/Digestion)

... procedure by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.  If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

22. Overview
(Procedures/Diagnostics)

... by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.  If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

23. Overview
(Procedures/Dental)

... by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder.  ...

24. Overview
(Procedures/Bones and Joints)

... of each procedure by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.   If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility finder. ...

25. July
(Articles/2008)

New Study Sparks Debate on Medical Travel Healthy occupancy levels in Syrian hotels Medical Tourism Grow Into Healthy Old Age Dental treatment abroad - "dental tourism" MOH Urged To Regulate ...

26. Overview
(Procedures/Cosmetic Surgery)

... cost of each procedure by country, please consult our medical tourism pricing guide.  If you would like to know which medical tourism facilities provide this procedure, please consult our facility ...

27. Shopping in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

... superb Israeli art pieces as souvenirs of your medical tourism experience. This once-magnificent avenue is a shadow of its former self, but it is slowly evolving into a haunt for art lovers.  The Gordon ...

28. Nightlife in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

...  You’ll find no such restrictions in Tel Aviv on your medical tourism holiday.  Jews observe the Sabbath with gaiety here, instead of solemnity – the cafes fill up and the bars become packed.  The Israelis ...

29. Sightseeing in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

... Street, Shenkin Street, and Bialik Street.  Once you’ve picked up a map of the streets at a tourist office, plan a day to take in these architectural marvels on you medical tourism vacation.  Museum ...

30. Dining in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

...  Middle Eastern Style The Bedouins are known for their flavorful cuisine, and you’ll find many restaurants serving their cuisine while on your medical tourism holiday.  You will also find plenty of ...

31. Hotels in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

Overview Besides being a thriving medical tourism center, Tel Aviv also happens to be the business capital of the country and one of the biggest holiday destinations in the region.  As a result, countless ...

32. Getting around in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

Overview Traveling in and around Tel Aviv on your medical tourism vacation is easy. The weather is always great for walking around (assuming your hotel is centrally located).  However, there are also ...

33. Climate in Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

... your medical tourism vacation during this season- there are plenty of people here who swim all year round.    Summer Summer begins in April and continues until November.  The highest temperatures ...

34. History of Tel Aviv
(Destinations/Israel)

Early History Although modern-day Tel Aviv is one of the youngest medical tourism destinations, the surrounding region is literally steeped in history.  Nearby Jaffa, a city mentioned in both Testaments, ...

35. Shopping in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

Judaica For many medical tourism vacationers, shopping in Jerusalem often includes exquisite gold and silver religious items, candelabras, menorahs, prayer scrolls, and decorative yarmulkes.  These ...

36. Nightlife in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... your medical tourism vacation, drop in at one of the many sleek lounge bars in the neighborhood.  Mingle with the city’s affluent as you sip cocktails and twitter the night away.   Music Performances ...

37. Sightseeing in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... the most visited site in all of Israel, making it a “must” on every medical tourism itinerary.  After the Six day War, authorities expanded the Plaza, and it can now accommodate tens of thousands of ...

38. Dining In Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... stalls and budget dining options on your medical tourism vacation.  There are also hardly any kosher restaurants in East Jerusalem or in the Old City.     Remember that kosher dietary practices determine ...

39. Hotels in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

Overview Despite Jerusalem’s reputation as an international city that caters to all budgets, low-cost hotels and hostels are in short supply in this medical tourism hotspot. The only abundant, moderately ...

40. Getting Around in Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... tourism facility is off the beaten path, simply hire a cab.  These are metered and are easily available. Drivers are required by law to turn on the meter as soon as a passenger hops on, and thus, refuse ...

41. Climate of Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... it’s a fact that Jerusalem has a pleasant climate.  Any time you visit is the “perfect” time for a medical tourism vacation.    Seasons Summer begins in mid to late April.  They can be hot and dry, ...

42. History of Jerusalem
(Destinations/Israel)

... into an international capital that could potentially rival the likes of Bangkok, Rio, and other medical tourism centers.  ...

43. Dining in Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

... these for a quick bite if you’re out and about on your medical tourism holiday.   Kosher Although kosher eating habits vary by household, most wholesale distributors, supermarkets, and restaurants ...

44. Sightseeing in Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

... upon dozens of remains and relics that are revered by all faiths.  Even if you abhor history or have no interest in issues of faith, a journey through this medical tourism center is an incredibly moving ...

45. Climate in Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

...  Summer begins in mid April and continues though October. If your medical tourism holiday takes you to the coastal areas during summer, you’ll find the heat almost oppressive, although the sea breezes ...

46. Languages in Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

... “unofficial” language of trade, commerce, and tourism (including medical tourism).  It is taught at the elementary level as a second language, and is mandatory for both Jewish and Arab students.  Many ...

47. Religion in Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

... observation practices. Many establishments choose to remain open on the Sabbath, making things extremely convenient for the medical tourism vacationer.  Non-kosher imports are forbidden, but if you  ...

48. Politics of Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

Overview Israel is one of the only functioning democracies in the Middle East.  The political system in this medical tourism center is based on the parliamentary democracy model where the legislature ...

49. History of Israel
(Destinations/Israel)

... of relative calm.  Although there still exists a lot of tension along the borders, Israel has blossomed into a medical tourism oasis in the region.  ...

50. Medical Tourism Articles
(News Feeds / News Feeds)

http://www.google.com/reader/public/atom/user/03034253185398172930/label/Medical%20Tourism ...