Why Thailand for medical services and beauty treatments?

Why has Thailand  gained a popularity for its medical treatments and beauty procedures. Yes, we all know the Land of Smiles has now become a world’s leading destination for international medical tourists who look for facial or body shape correction. But why? Let’s look what lies on the surface and is hidden deep inside:

1. There is a number of hospitals and specialized clinics that are fully equipped with the modern and advanced technologies using tools and materials from Korea and the USA. Thais want to be the best and they will buy the best laser machines or the best implants for their clinics.  
2. Prices comparison shows that you one may save up to 60% on cosmetic surgery or dental services in Thailand. Yes, the abdominal  liposuction will cost you around 1500$ while back to Australia or USA it may come up to 2500-3000$. Makes sense to save, right?
3. The hospitals and clinics accreditation and certifications. We are all worried about safety and services quality. Sure, it’s great to save but what shall we get for lower price? No worries at all here! Most private clinics have been authorized by the Ministry of Health Care and the market leaders, 39 hospitals have got the American JCI accreditation. This means they all meet the international medical standards requirements.
4. One more reason medical tourists choose to go to Thai for their surgery or dentals is its touristic attractions. There are plenty of things to do and to see starting from the friendly sea and beautiful beaches finishing with great green nature in the North of Thailand. The climate in general with 365 day summer will also make everyone happy!  
5. Easy to travel! Oh yes it is. The transport system, long and short distance connections have been improved dramatically since ten years ago. The public or private transport is affordable and available to buy online now including buses and trains (https://12go.asia/en).
6. Friendliness and hospitality.  All the hotel and beauty clinic staff are friendly and cooperative minded. You will find that they go out of their way to help you. They are not focused on exact appointment times, since they think of their best service rather than time oriented. Most surgeons are flexible, working long hours and weekends and  are happy to start with a free consultation.
7. The choice of treatments. Almost 80% of all medical and beauty procedures you can think of or find nowadays are presented in Thailand. You will definitely enjoy an amazingly professional way of combining traditional and alternative medicine, holistic medicine and wellness for health. This will not only help your body get the desired results but will free and fully relax  your mind and soul while the treatments.

If you think of going to Thailand for health or beauty purpose, there are ways for your trip arrangements and here are the two main ones:

1. Use the agency. Yes, you will have to pay for their services but you can relax and just enjoy how they run and bustle about organising your tickets & hotel, making doctor appointments, payments and other.
2. In case you are an experienced traveller who is used to fix up your trips yourself you will most probably go online. And 100% you will know the sites to buy air tickets or book the hotel. Online bookings (http://bookup.asia/en/health/medical-class) are convenient, easy and save your time. Moreover online booking services will let you read and learn visitors and patients’ reviews  which may help you make up your mind in choosing the clinic and place to go to.

One more thing is worth to mention of course is that there are other countries in Asia that are popular for medical tourism. Here is a simple metric table for you to learn more on the subject:

Best of luck and enjoy your trip!

Why People Are Going to Thailand for Surgery

Medical Tourism – this term basically means that people are opting to go to another country for 2 reasons:

• Enjoy the sights, take tours, be a tourist. 
• Undergo a surgical procedure like breast augmentation. 

It’s like hitting 2 birds with one stone – be on vacation while you’re being beautified. This just shows that the surgical industry (especially cosmetic surgery) in Thailand is more booming than ever and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down, especially this 2015.

But, why fly half way across the world for surgery? Why go through all the hassle of travelling when there are similar services within an arm’s reach? And, what is it with Thailand’s surgical services that make people come back for more?

Here are a few answers we can think of:

1. The cost of surgeries is more affordable.
2. Luxury hospitals.
3. World-class care.
4. Less hassle when paying the bill.
5. You have the chance to vacation.

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Studies have shown that prices for surgeries and medical procedures in countries like Thailand are much lower compared to the prices in the United States. Even if it’s a surgical procedure that’s not under the category of cosmetic surgery, it would still be more affordable. Replacing a hip, for example, would typically cost $33,000 in the US but would only cost around $12,400 in Thailand.

If you’ve considered undergoing a cosmetic procedure yourself, you’ve probably heard of how the hospitals in Thailand are and they’re all true. The top hospitals have been designed to be ultra-efficient and relaxing. The general waiting time for diagnostic procedures, for example, is lesser and it doesn’t hurt that the waiting room has a fantastic view of the sand and the ocean.

It has been reported that top hospitals in countries like Thailand are, nowadays, exceeding Western standards for health care. From the doctor-patient interaction to the genuinely compassionate nurses to the after-care, it’s the Thailand top hospital’s attention to detail that really makes a difference.  There’s no “you’re in and you’re out” feeling for patients.

We’ve all gone through the process of getting discharged from a hospital and maybe we can all agree on one thing: it could get complicated especially if you have insurance. Being faced with confusing terms like “in-network vs. out-of-network” doesn’t happen when discharging from a top Thai hospital. In opposite, it’s as easy as checking out from a hotel.

Who doesn’t want to have a vacation? Once you’re in Thailand, there’s always a chance for you to see the sights before, in between or after your procedure. You’re going to be spending a significant amount of time in the hospital and it may get boring even if the hospital looks like a five-star hotel. Go out and explore (with your doctor’s consent, of course). You’re in an exotic destination so you have to take advantage of it.

With these advantages, it’s hard not to take Thailand as an option for medical or surgical procedures (and maybe a vacation). But, there are always a few things that you need to double check before you take the leap:

1. Do your research.
2. Get your questions ready before speaking to the doctor.
3. Ask as many questions as possible about the procedure (equipment, implants, sutures, brand and etc).