1. How Traveling to Singapore Could Save Your Life
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... medical vacations are dangerous, you’re on the right path.  You owe it to yourself to ask that type of question, and the hospital you choose for an affordable heart bypass surgery owes it to you to prove ...

2. Even Top Officials Are Leaving Home for Safe Health Care
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... is to research a quality health care facility with a solid track record and Joint Commission International accreditation.   Thailand’s Bumrungrad Hospital Assures Patient Safety Paying lower prices ...

3. How India is Raising American Eyebrows
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... as an elective surgery.  In fact, the opposite is usually true.  An increase in demand without increasing supply drives the cost upward.  Indian hospitals like Wockhardt Hospitals offer low cost elective ...

4. Let India Roll Your Cloudy Vision Away
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... States.  Accredited Indian hospitals offer as low as 10 percent of the US cost for most medical procedures including glaucoma surgery.  Regardless of the price, when asking the question, “how much does ...

5. The Lowdown on Low Priced Breast Augmentation Surgery in India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... incidents, vacationers need to check the doctor’s references and hospital accreditations before opting for any treatment.  Legal aspects, insurance coverage, food, culture and associated safety norms also ...

6. How Much Does Breast Lift Surgery Cost in Thailand? Not Much
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... excess skin.  A more youthful shape is given to the breast by pulling down and stitching the skin around the areola.  A hospital stay of about 8 days is fairly standard, and patients can usually expect ...

7. 3 Reasons Why Malaysia Offers Safe Health Care
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... fear.  By channeling the energy and awareness that fear produces, you can make your medical tourism much safer.  Use that discomfort to research your trip (doctor, hospital, country) to a point where you ...

8. How Hungary Keeps Your Heart Beating
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... who travel to Hungary go for dental procedures, but the country's affordability also draws patients seeking more complex procedures like pacemaker installation and bypass surgery.  Hungarian hospitals ...

9. Low Cost Plastic Surgery – Is It Really Cheap?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... vacationers need to be aware of.  Basic precautions like checking the authenticity of the doctor, the accreditation of the hospital, and safety of the accommodation are imperative. Medical tourists also ...

10. Black Friday in Singapore
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... a reduced quality of life.  Low cost or not, plastic surgery is still surgery and complications can occur for any number of reasons.  Fortunately medical tourism is too lucrative an industry for hospitals ...

11. Singapore Can Make You the Man or Woman You Want to Be
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... an accredited Singaporean medical facility with western-trained doctors and staff and the latest technology.  For those who take their time, research upstanding accredited hospitals like Singapore’s Parkway ...

12. The Good and Bad about Thailand’s Medical Tourism
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... neck or face lift surgery at a fraction of what you’ll pay here in the States.  The Internet also allows you to find random doctors and “hospitals” that will gladly take your money for shoddy.  Being taken ...

13. Looking for a Sex Change? Try Asia
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... hospital stay, lodging before and after the procedure, and airfare.  Some medical vacation packages also include transportation to and from the airport; particularly helpful when there’s a language barrier ...

14. Save Money and Your Back in India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... issues, and concern become greater.  Add to the stress of the procedure the unfamiliar place and faces of an Indian hospital and staff, and the overall discomfort becomes even more acute.    If you ...

15. Open Your Eyes to Hungary
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... procedure, the hospital, and the country you’re planning to visit.  ...

16. Still Concerned about Safe Health Care Abroad?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... simultaneously.  Such is largely the case with the medical tourism phenomenon.  Many hospitals and their staff keep their costs low without sacrificing quality.  They offer prices most patients can’t refuse ...

17. Ladies, Tighten Up in Singapore
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  Watch out for the Dangers of Medical Tourism Before rushing into anything, do your research so you can avoid the dangers of falling victim to a medical tourism scam.  Seek accredited hospitals and ...

18. India’s Making Costs Disappear
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... only thing to consider when traveling abroad.  You must also consider safety.  When contemplating medical tourism, don’t be shy about asking for help.  Research the country, city, and hospital to which ...

19. Can India Offer Hope through Affordable Fertility Treatments?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... which exist even in the best of hospitals.  Be sure to research hygiene standards, accreditation, certification, safety rates, mortality rates, user reviews, travel advisories, water safety, crime reports, ...

20. How Much Does Face Lift Surgery Cost in Thailand?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... facelift operations…all for a fraction of what you might normally pay Stateside.  Comprehensive facelift surgery with recovery and relaxation can cost as little as US $4000 at some hospitals in Thailand.  ...

21. Pain Relief With Affordable Disc Degeneration Repair in India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... never before.  India has many world class hospitals like Wockhardt with JCI accreditation.  These hospitals provide a standard of care comparable to, if not better than, hospitals in the US, UK and other ...

22. India Promises a New You with Low Priced Dermabrasion
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... paying.  Look for hidden costs and check if the costs of medicines and supplies, anesthesia, surgeon’s fees, hospital room rents, transport to and from the airport, hotel charges, especially during the ...

23. Get a Winning Smile with Dental Veneers
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... as dental veneers, dental implants, and dental crowns.  According to The Peninsula, in 2007, there were 450,000 medical tourists being treated at Indian hospitals, compared to 10,000 at the start of the ...

24. Uncover Your Inner Self in Thailand
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... for medical tourists, Thailand offers its patients high-tech hospitals and a reputation for quality care.  Looking for the Right Package When it Comes to Sex Reassignment Surgery When it comes to ...

25. Despite the Recession, Medical Tourism Is on the Increase for India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

...  The India Street reports that knee surgery costs between $16,000 and $17,000 while in India, it only costs a mere $1,000.  Medical tourism comes at a low price in India where short stay hospital care ...

26. Medical Tourism vs. Universal Health Care
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... nationalities to visit a hospital in Thailand or another medical tourism destination country.    ...

27. Cost of Penis Enlargement Surgery: Too High For Comfort
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... medical tourism to countries like Thailand.  The Land of Smiles has long enjoyed a well-deserved reputation for its male enhancement procedures.  Excellent hospitals, courteous and well-trained staff, ...

28. Has Your Employer Added Medical Vacations to Your Medical Coverage?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... as opposed to 18 cents per dollar in medical tourism destination countries.  In turn, some foreign hospitals can provide safer, higher quality health care for far less than patients would receive at home.  ...

29. Can Medical Tourism Packages Thrive With Universal Health Care?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... tourism destination countries thrive despite seemingly unrealistic prices, because their costs of labor and living are far less expensive than in the US.  Many Singaporean hospitals receive more advanced ...

30. Affordable Health Care During Tumultuous Times
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... bleeding or infection, patients face risks outside the hospital walls as well.  A few key actions to keep safe when traveling include: -      register with the US State Department, -      leave copies ...

31. US Insurer Announces Cover for Health Vacations in India
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... be less than 33% of what you might have to pay at a US hospital.  Wellpoint's plan is no doubt inspired by the alarming number of Americans who prefer to hot foot it out of the country for such procedures.  ...

32. Is Medical Tourism Dangerous?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... eloquently put it, “Overseas medical facilities are not required to follow the high standards… It is quite conceivable that patients…will end up back home in United States hospitals with complications, ...

33. Look No Further for Low Priced Chemical Peels
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... and revenue.  By denying medical tourism coverage, insurance companies miss out on their share of the multi-billion dollar industry.  When properly researched, medical tourism can be among the safest hospital ...

34. Avoiding the Dangers of Medical Tourism
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... travelers can get from virtually any points “A” to “B” without regard to geographic barriers like oceans.  Patients in the US can research almost any hospital in the world; the ones that aren’t yet online ...

35. Low Priced Colonoscopy: Bargain or Hoax?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... the hospitals you’re considering, you’re wrong; starting your research now may keep you from being dead wrong.  When considering medical treatment stateside, no matter how low it’s priced, you wouldn’t ...

36. Can India Help You Fake Your Age Like the Rich and Famous?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... overall service.  Terrorist threats are equally troubling.  In the wake of the recent attacks on a Mumbai, hospitals in India have also had to deal with the justified concern of foreign patients scheduled ...

37. Are Health Vacations Dangerous?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... be necessary but not included on the initial bill.  Check whether your bill includes the cost of medicines, anesthesia, surgeon’s fees, hospital room fees, daily visits from specialists, transport to and ...

38. How Singapore Is Restoring Virginity?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... procedure, there are risks of infection, blood loss, or other complications.  Medical tourism and health care accrediting bodies help reduce concerns about those risks.  Participating hospitals are fortified ...

39. Why Is Medical Tourism on the Rise?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... vacations.  Reputable certification agencies are evaluating hospitals and clinics in countries around the world for quality of care.  The worldwide Web is an unlimited source of information providing details ...

40. What Awaits You in Thailand?
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... for high quality dental care thanks to hospitals like Bumrungrad.  Singling out hospitals and caregivers with an established reputation is extremely important.  Concerns about hygiene and quality of care ...

41. Reconciling Medical Tourism with Local Healthcare
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... tourism destinations like India.  While locals can't afford the cost of an emergency life-saving procedure at one of the country's hospitals, these same facilities lay out the red carpet for Westerners ...

42. Why Health Vacations Are So Right for Women
(Blogs/The Stanley Rubenti Medical Tourism Blog)

... even when you factor in travel, accommodations, and hospital costs.  For women who want to consider a health vacation, there are plenty of online resources that can help come to a decision.  To begin your ...

43. History of Dubai
(Destinations/United Arab Emirates)

... of infrastructure development.  This was an exciting phase in the city's development, and within a few years, Dubai had a modern telecommunications system, a number of schools, hospitals, and a well established ...

44. Languages in the United Arab Emirates
(Destinations/United Arab Emirates)

... the language of tourism, including medical tourism, and you'll find the staff at your hospital is likely to consist of Western educated, English-speaking personnel. Other Languages The large expatriate ...

45. History of Johannesburg
(Destinations/South Africa)

... Advances in healthcare have led to the establishment of the largest hospital in the world, the 3200-bed Chris Hani Bharagwanath hospital in Soweto, located just outside Johannesburg.  Other facilities ...

46. History of Warsaw
(Destinations/Poland)

... the technology, hospitality, and medical tourism sectors.    ...

47. History of Poland
(Destinations/Poland)

... Europe, drawn by its dental clinics, cosmetic surgery centers, ophthalmology hospitals, and other medical facilities.  This form of heath tourism is poised to be a major money spinner for the Polish economy ...

48. Languages in Cuba
(Destinations/Cuba)

... in the eastern provinces, Camaguey, and Ciego De Avila. English Cuba is a popular holiday and medical tourism destination, and as such, you’ll find English spoken at hospitality centers, health facilities, ...

49. FAQs About Hospitals
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