Posts Tagged ‘guatemala’

Thursday,May 7th, 2009

by Denise

Tired of wearing contacts or dealing with glasses? LASIK eye surgery is a great option to dealing with vision issues like being nearsighted, farsighted or having astigmatism. Created in 1990, the LASIK technique blended two different surgical techniques called photorefractive keratectomy and Keratomileusis.  In its most simplistic definition, however, LASIK eye surgery is a laser eye Lasik surgical technique that involves cornea reshaping without cutting into it.

 

There are many different types of LASIK eye surgery, among them:

  • Epi LASIK
  • PRK Surgery
  • Wavefront LASIK
  • LASIK Monovision

The Lasik laser eye surgery procedures are the quickest, easiest and painless way to achieve better eyesight. In comparison with other surgeries, the laser eye surgery procedure is affordable, and usually takes less than 30 minutes to perform. LASIK eye surgery also replaces the use of scalpels in such a sensitive area of the body, reducing the number of complications that result from more traditional surgical procedures.

 

LASIK eye surgery is one of the best ways to fix visual impairment, with the least amount of complications and recovery time. With the precise procedure, one or both eyes can be done in a short amount of time.

 

Check out facilities like Angels Abroad in Guatemala City, Guatemala or Acibadem Healthcare Group in Istanbul, Turkey to get your treatment done, and do away with contacts and glasses! Eye surgery abroad is effective, affordable and accessible.

 

For custom lasik eye surgery, refer to an eye clinic that offers accredited, experienced and highly trained LASIK eye surgery experts.

 

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Wednesday,May 6th, 2009

by Denise

Many of us, whether due to heredity and genetics, poor eating choices, or lack of exercise, or even illness, find ourselves at the point that we’re not just a bit overweight, but may be considered obese. Obesity is defined as a person who is more than 100 pounds over their ideal weight, based on Body Mass Index and height measurements.

 

Obesity is deadly, but it’s also expensive to treat. One of the most popular options for Americans is to travel to places like Mexico, Thailand, and Europe for obesity weight loss surgery. An obesity surgery center in such locations as mentioned above offer bariatric obesity surgery, laparoscopic obesity surgery, gastric bypass surgery for obesity and more offer hope and affordability to patients who need such care.

 

Weight-loss surgeries and procedures are designed to reduce illness and death caused by obesity. For many, weight loss improves multiple conditions including high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, and coronary artery disease. In addition, other body systems, including a digestive, endocrine, and immune system benefit.

 

However, such procedures however require dedication and determination for those who undergo such procedures to maintain permanent lifestyle changes. After surgery, patients who follow instructions may enjoy as much as a 60% weight loss, improving health problems as an added benefit.

 

Bariatric surgery centers such as the Almater Hospital in Mexico or Bariatric Surgeries of Angels Abroad in Guatemala or the 365 mc’s Bariatric Surgery Center in Seoul, Korea offer Americans some of the best obesity surgery abroad as well as affordable obesity and surgery treatments, procedures, and options.

 

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Saturday,April 25th, 2009

by Denise

Bariatric surgery addresses severe obesity difficult to treat through diet and exercise. Generally, bariatric surgery is reserved for people who suffer from obesity related health problems, or those who have difficulty losing weight through traditional methods and are at high risk for complications. Bariatric surgical procedures restrict food intake and promote drastic weight loss when combined with a healthy and nutritious diet plan and regular physical exercise and activity.

 

Four types of bariatric surgery procedures are fairly common and each comes with its own benefits. The physician will help a potential candidate consider which procedure is optimal for his or her condition and may include factors such as eating behaviors, health, body mass index, and other medical conditions affected by massive weight gain.

 

·        Open and Laparoscopic

·        Adjustable Gastric Band

·        Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB)

·        Gastric Sleeve

 

Traveling to foreign destinations to an obesity surgery center offers people the chance to change their life and the opportunity to visit beautiful countries such as Switzerland, Turkey, South Korea, South Africa and Latin destinations such as Mexico, Guatemala and Columbia.

 

Whether you want gastric bypass surgery in Latin America or weightloss treatment in Jordan, global destinations can give you what you’re looking for.

 

So do yourself a facvor. Check out the excellent facilities of MediAccess in Cape Town, South Africa or the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland or the CTG Healthcare Group in Izmir, Turkey, medical tourists will fine accredited surgeons and facilities that meet all your needs. For the best obesity surgery abroad, look to see what bariatric surgery in Guatemala or affordable bariatric surgery in Mexico can do for you.

 

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Sunday,March 29th, 2009

by Denise

South America is one of the most popular medical tourism destinations in the world.  Some of the best hospitals in South America offer treatments in plastic surgery, weight-loss programs, LASIK, obesity/bariatric surgery, fertility treatments, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and many others. Whether you’re looking for affordable treatment in Brazil or obesity treatment in Argentina, or the best clinics in Bolivia, medical tourists from the United States as well as around the world benefit from the excellence, level of service, and highly trained surgeons and physicians throughout the continent.

 

Looking for a makeover in cosmetic or plastic surgery?  Check out Makeover Travel, in Santa Cruz, Bolivia.  Ophthalmologic treatments and other eye or LASIK care can be found at Med Logistics Services in Medellin, Colombia.  And of course, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil offers some of the best plastic surgery and rehab centers.  Surgery cost in South America is much lower than is found in the United States and other parts of the world, but this doesn’t mean that care is substandard.

 

South American destinations such as Colombia, Argentina, Bolivia, Guatemala, and more offer the best hospitals in South America, as well is the best doctors in South America.  Whether you’re traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Santa Cruz, or Sao Paulo, medical travelers will benefit from affordable surgeons in South America in the fields of cosmetic and plastic surgery, infertility or fertility treatments, dentistry, eye care, and more.

 

From Argentina medical tourism to cosmetic surgery abroad to dental tourism abroad, South America has it all.

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Wednesday,January 28th, 2009

by Denise

Orthopedic surgeons perform all types of orthopedic surgical procedures including knee surgeries. Potential patients should check to make sure their physician is certified with State, Provincial, or National Board of Orthopedic surgeon organizations or associations in their country of origin.


Orthopedic care and orthopedic clinics and facilities are available throughout the globe, at affordable prices. You no longer have to wait for up to a year to receive treatment for hip joint resurfacing, arthroscopic knee surgery or knee joint surgery or shoulder surgery to repair that rotator cuff. Today, medical travelers are able to receive experienced care and expertise as well as enjoying the benefits of state-of-the-art equipment and technology in places like Jordan, Turkey, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Thailand, and Mexico.


For example, check out the facilities of:


· Surgical Bliss in Cape Town, South Africa

· Florence Nightingale Hospital, Turkey


Other popular destinations for all types of orthopedic services and orthopedic specialists include but are not limited to the Bangkok Hospital in Thailand, or Artemis Hospital in India or the Almater Hospital in Mexico, just to name a few.


Orthopedic surgery is a broad field that deals with a wide range of issues, from arthritis to bone fracture. Orthopedic specialists in hip replacement surgery, knee joint surgery and other types of orthopedic treatment options are available at affordable prices in foreign destinations. So take care of your medical needs and see the world at the same time. The options are out there – it’s up to you to take advantage of them.

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Saturday,January 3rd, 2009

by Denise

Most Americans don’t realize that medical care found outside of the United States is equal to and often surpasses the quality found in the multitude of cities and communities throughout the country. Many medical facilities found throughout the globe accumulate and maintain high-tech equipment and expert medical care and experience.


When it comes to gastric bypass surgery or any other type of bariatric surgeries, check out the facilities found in Mexico, India, South America, and Jordan for starters. For example, the Sanoviv Medical Institute found along the Baja Coast in Mexico is an accredited and competitive medical facility that offers a blend of classic luxury and 21st-century state-of-the-art medical equipment and medical training.


The Almater Hospital in Mexicali, Mexico offers patients affordable medical care with advanced technology, high-tech facilities and compassionate and understanding staff to patients seeking a variety of bariatric surgeries.

The 365mc’s Obesity Clinic and Bariatric Surgery Center in Seoul, South Korea offers that countries number one rated obesity clinic for the best in weight-loss surgical procedures, high quality care and customer oriented medical services.


The Jordan Hospital, located in Amman, Jordan is a JCI and ISQUA accredited hospital. Using advanced medical technology, expertly trained physicians and located in one of the most historical areas of the globe, staff here offer medical travelers seeking any type of obesity surgeries the best in care.


Don’t make the mistake of thinking that your options are limited. The 21st-century offers medical treatments around the world in gastric bypass surgery and other types of obesity surgeries that offer the proven, and positive results at affordable prices.

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Friday,January 2nd, 2009

by Denise

Bariatric surgery refers to any of several different types of weight loss procedures and surgeries. For example, an obesity surgery center might specialize in any of the following types of obesity surgeries:


Lap banding, also known as Laparoscopic Gastric Banding (LAGB), involves a silicone band placed around the entrance to the stomach. Patients might expect a 50 to 75% weight loss of 50 to 90 pounds in about 2 years.


Vertical Banded Gastroplasty is also known as stomach stapling. Surgical staples section off a small portion of the upper part of the stomach. Many individuals who choose this type of procedure are generally able to lose roughly 50% of excess weight within about 2 years.


Sleeve Gastrectomy is performed for those with a body mass index over 50. A major portion of the stomach is removed in this procedure. A person may expect to lose between 30 and 35% of their initial body weight, or roughly 40 pounds in about a year.


Gastric Bypass is a procedure that directly attaches a small portion of the stomach to the small intestine. This is a drastic procedure, but one that enjoys a high success rate. Patients lose between 60 and 70% excess body weight within a year.


Bariatric or obesity surgeries in the U.S. can cost between $17,000 and $30,000. Those traveling to global destinations may enjoy savings of tens of thousands of dollars in such locations as Mexico, South America and India. Accredited, state-of-the-art equipment and technology are making global obesity surgeries popular, common, and affordable in the 21st century.

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Wednesday,December 31st, 2008

by Denise

If you’re like most people, you don’t necessarily want everyone to know you’re planning gastric bypass surgery or any other type of obesity surgeries. Many would rather deal with the procedure in privacy. If you’re an American dealing with the high cost of medical care and long waiting lists, consider undergoing bariatric surgeries or procedures in an exotic locale, while at the same time saving thousands of dollars.


Where can you go for bariatric surgeries these days? Mexico is one of the most popular medical tourism destinations for superlative obesity surgery center opportunities, followed closely by India and other Latin American countries. State-of-the-art facilities, highly trained and competent surgeons, friendly, compassionate staff to help you every step of the way – what more can you ask for?


Some of the highest rated gastric bypass surgery facilities that perform multiple types of procedures include the elegant Sanoviv Medical Institute along the Baja Coast in Mexico. Or, check out the facilities of the Almater Hospital in Mexicali, or Mexicali Obesity Solutions. Or further south, try Med Logistic Services in Columbia.

If you’re in the mood for some really unique destinations, investigate facilities in India such as the Sahara Medical in Gurgaon or Tour2India4health Consultants in Mumbai.


Regardless of which facility you choose, you’ll be pleased with the skilled service, the compassionate care, fantastic results - and the money you’ll save.

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Monday,December 29th, 2008

by Denise

Do you weigh more than you’re supposed to? Many of us do. However, there’s a difference between being a little overweight and being obese. Obesity is technically defined as someone who weighs roughly about 50 pounds or more than a healthy weight range based on height.


Nearly one in three Americans are overweight these days, which has led to a drastic increase in medical conditions related to obesity – including diabetes, joint pain, an increasingly sedentary lifestyle, and in some cases, breathing and movement difficulties. In some cases, various factors can affect weight gain, such as genetics, family history and age.


Obesity is the definition of the amount of fat a person carries, and is not based on merely what the scale says – after all, some of us are large-boned, while others are small-boned. Some of us are heavily muscled, while others are not. So obesity isn’t based on weight alone.


Many individuals seeking help for their obesity are stopped in their tracks by the high cost of obesity procedures and surgeries in the U.S. Such does not have to be the case. Today, individuals have increasing freedom to choose medical care providers from a wide range of international destinations for numerous medical issues, including obesity.


High quality medical care is available to Americans in such destinations as Mexico, Argentina, India and Guatemala. The Joint Commission International, ensuring quality and excellence in education, training and procedures offered in such locations, often accredits medical facilities in foreign countries.


Whether you’re interested in gastric bypass, gastroplasty, lap banding or stomach stapling procedures, take advantage of high quality, low cost medical procedures are available if you know where to look.

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