by Denise

Asian Medical tourism is growing exponentially in recent years, and is expected to blossom even more in the coming decade. Individuals from around the world, especially in the United States and Western Europe, disappointed and discouraged by healthcare options, rising healthcare costs, and long wait times, increasingly look beyond borders for excellent, qualified an accredited medical care.

The Asia Medical Tourism and Wellness Congress, most commonly known as GLOW, is meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in May 2010, to host an expo and congress on the personal wellness and medical tourism industry that focuses on facilities, providers, treatments, technologies and opportunities in Southeast Asia.

The GLOW 2010 Asia Medical Tourism and Wellness Congress will discuss, among other itinerary items, workplace wellness, medical tourism, spa and wellness facilities, treatments and procedures, among the fastest growing fields in the medical tourism industry. The focus is on health and wellness in the workplace or corporate environment that extends far beyond individual or market consumerism in locations throughout Southeast Asia, including popular medical tourism destinations such as Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Thailand, South Korea, in major metropolitan areas in Southeast China.

The GLOW exhibition will specifically target health care related industries hospitals, spa and wellness associations and operators, outbound tour operators, and international insurance providers.

Improving wellness programs in corporate environments, sustaining spa and wellness businesses during economic crisis as well as cost budgeting approaches to tracking medical tourism marketing activities are just a few of the topics that will be discussed at the upcoming conference.

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by Denise

Individuals around the world can now access superlative healthcare without fearing bankruptcy. Europeans and inhabitants of Russia and Southeast Asia are flocking to superlative healthcare facilities in Turkey, Croatia, India, and Thailand and Singapore for cutting edge technology and effective treatments for a variety of illness and disease processes by compassionate, certified and accredited surgeons, medical staff, and facilities focused on the medical needs and comfort of international travelers.

According to the Medical Tourism Association, the next decade will bring an explosion in international healthcare capabilities and options, with over 16,000,000 Americans alone are expected to travel to foreign destinations for their medical care. An equal number of individuals from other countries around the world are also expected to travel to regional or international destinations as well.

Cost perspectives in this new era of medical tourism offer affordable yet world-class treatments and procedures to individuals in a variety of medical fields, including orthopedics, obesity and weight loss, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic and plastic surgical procedures, cardiac care, and stem cell research.

The Asian Medical tourism industry is expected to reach nearly $10 billion by 2013 and health tourism in Mexico, Central America and South America is not far behind. Countries in Central Europe are seeing the enormous benefit of providing world class medical facilities, procedures and travel packages to international travelers, among them Croatia, the Ukraine, and Turkey.

PlacidWay, a medical tourism portal based in Denver, Colorado, provides a timely and respected source of medical travel information regarding treatments, procedures, facilities and surgeons abroad to offer international patients and travelers the best options when it comes to their medical care and health and wellness options.

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by Denise

Many people don’t realize that Jordan has one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the Middle East. Most people also don’t know that the first kidney transplant was successfully performed in Jordan in the early 1970s, and the first heart transplant was performed in the mid 1980s.  As a premier medical facility in the region, Jordan Hospital and Medical Center provides a variety of services including cardiac and neurosurgery, organ transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, bariatric surgery, and neonatal and pediatric care.

Meeting the growing needs of individuals around the world discouraged and disappointed by domestic or local healthcare choices are increasingly visiting online medical tourism portals such as PlacidWay, an International medical tourism portal based in Denver, Colorado, for healthcare options.

Facilities such as the Jordan Hospital and Medical Center around the world provide world-class, state-of-the-art, and highly trained and experienced physicians, surgeons, and medical and surgical facilities to meet a variety of needs. Like Jordan Hospital and Medical Center, many of these facilities are JCI accredited and have won international awards of excellence. Jordan Hospital and medical center is also ISO certified and is compliant to the International Society for Quality in Healthcare (ISQua) and adheres to world-class accreditation standards.

Today, Americans, Britons, Canadians, Europeans, South Africans and Asians are demanding quality and affordable healthcare options. Understanding the growing need for such care, international medical tourism destinations have become a growing trend in the health and wellness industry. Millions of individuals travel throughout the world today to receive the best that medical, surgical and technological developments offer to individuals that also provide quality and affordable healthcare options.

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by Denise

These days, stress and worry are rampant. Family obligations and financial responsibilities cause an immense amount of stress in the human body and can lead to a variety of medical conditions. Businessmen and women traveling around the globe often find such stress compound it by a regular sleep patterns, constant travel, and business obligations that may increase and intensify side effects caused by stress, including increase in hormones, buildup of toxins, upset stomachs, headaches, and more.

Cleansing and detoxification using the are your feet of approach offer a natural and healthy way to restore balance in the human body, and get rid of harmful toxins and stress that may lead to anxiety, increase blood pressure, difficulty eating and sleeping.

Most Ayurveda approaches to health and wellness include full body herbal oil massages, massages with herbal paste, sweating sessions, and shirodhara, a warm oil applied to the forehead in a constant, soothing stream. Self-administered medicated enemas are also given to cleanse the body of toxins. Food consumed during an Ayurvedic cleansing and detoxification program is custom-prepared to enhance the cleansing process. During the retreat, patients are encouraged to relax and rest, as well as partake in gentle mind-body exercises like yoga and meditation sessions.

Ayurvedic treatment abroad offers the benefits of cleansing and detoxification, massage, herbal treatments, meditation, yoga and exercise to restore hormonal balance and body function and to maximize health and wellness wherever you are.  Facilities such as the Ahalia Ayurvedic Hospital or those provided by Athreya Ayurvedic Resorts found in India offer affordable and effective Ayurvedic therapy.

 

 

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by Denise

Detoxification is a popular term used for cleaning or cleansing the body of toxic substances. Detoxification comes in many different forms and styles. Individuals who choose detoxification methods to quit smoking, drinking, to cleanse their body of toxic byproducts and wastes often enjoy untold benefits. However, individuals should use caution when engaging in popular detoxification diets, because most are extreme and may offer the body little in the way of nutritious ingredients for energy and sustenance. Understanding the different types of detoxification and what is involved will help consumers make educated decisions regarding the process.

 

Multiple forms of detoxification are available, some quite straightforward, while others provide an alternative to medications and purification. Some cultures practice regular detoxification while others find it a fad. Each individual should be educated in the process in order to decide for themselves. The most common types of detoxification include:

 

·         Alcohol detoxification

·         Drug detoxification

·         Diet detoxification

·         Metabolic detoxification

·         Detoxification as an alternative medicine

 

Drug detoxification may be employed through drug as well as drug-free treatments. Many drug detoxification programs take up to three months, but time, discomfort and success rates depend on individuals, the severity of their drug dependence, attitude, and desire to engage in counseling and therapy to help overcome physical, emotional and mental issues related to drug addiction.

 

Facilities around the world such as The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland or the Dr. Vorobiev a Rehab Clinic in Russia and Bulgaria offer superlative detox and rehab services at affordable prices. Privacy, confidentiality, compassion and service offer international travelers the ability to seek greater health and wellness no matter where you are.

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by Denise

While most of us wouldn’t even think of the quieting a visit to the dentist chair with a vacation, individuals around the world are enjoying the benefits of cosmetic dentistry vacations.  One of the most popular, that combines world-class tourism, destinations, accommodations and entertainment with timely, effective and quality dental care is Tourmedical Cosmetic Dental Vacations, a facility based in Turkey.

Since 2001, Tourmedical Cosmetic Dental Holidays in Turkey specializes in dental makeovers, implant dentistry, and cosmetic dental procedures. Highly trained dentists have been performing a variety of cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry services for up to 80% savings for dental travelers.  Clients are treated as VIPs, and services include pickup and return to hotel accommodations.

For the best in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, bonding, porcelain crowns, laminate veneers, Zirconium crowns, teeth whitening, Hollywood smiles, dental bridges, dentures, and restorative and cosmetic dentistry needs, Tourmedical Cosmetic Dental Holidays and facilities like it are a growing trend in medical and dental tourism around the world.

PlacidWay, a medical tourism portal based in Denver, Colorado, offers in-depth profiles and information regarding such facilities. Says Pramod Goel, Founder and CEO of PlacidWay, “Health Care is about choices. We’re dedicated to offering services to individuals around the world to an able and empower people to make their own choices regarding medical and dental care options.”

Turkey is a growing and popular health and wellness tourism destination that offers world-class accommodations, highly trained, experienced, and certified dentists as well as modern, state of the art facilities for travelers seeking international dental care, or those on vacation in Turkey who suddenly find themselves in need of dental care and services.

 

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by Denise

Orthopedic surgery can be performed in the treatment of the knee and hip joint replacements, as well as arthroscopic surgeries at the knee, shoulder, elbow or ankle joints.  Those suffering from sports injuries as well as dramatic injuries resulting from fractures may benefit from orthopedic surgery. 

 

Orthopedic surgeries may include but are not limited to:

 

·         Total Joint Replacement of Hip or Knee

·         Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery

·         Anterior Cruciate Ligament

·         Hip Abrasion Arthroplasty

·         Knee Abrasion Arthroplasty

·         Hip Resurfacing

·         Arthroplasty

·         Arthroscopic Surgery

·         Hand Surgery

·         Avascular Necrosis

·         Arthritis

 

Orthopedic surgeries have developed a multitude of various sub-surgeries and sub-specialties, including hand, foot and back surgeries. Careful research and knowledge will help patients to understand the process they are going through, as well as to provide in-depth knowledge of surgical and healing processes.

 

Arthritis and joint replacement surgeries and treatments are growing, as does the Baby Boomer generation around the world, as well as individuals seeking better health and wellness technologies for antiaging treatments and preventive care.

 

International destinations such as Terme Selce     in Croatia have become leaders in sports medicine, sports medicine physical therapy, orthopedic and kinesiotherapy treatments, and specialize in sports injuries and physical therapy for all ages. The Terme Selce facility also offers age management, anti aging and medical spa treatments that offer holistic healing methodologies and programs for international patients coming from Central and Western Europe, Asia and as far as the Americas.

 

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by Denise

These days, with the economy in a slump and the future uncertain, we need to take better care of ourselves to help fight off depression and illness and to avoid the rising costs of healthcare. Ayurvedic medicine, Yoga and meditation are century old treatments for a variety of health issues, including cardiac care, mental health care, joint and muscle health and health of internal organs.  Various yoga exercises help organs and glands to produce healing chemicals and keep organ tissues and structures in balance with each other. Ayurveda, Yoga and meditation are commonly suggested as natural and alternative treatments for depression.

 

Yoga and meditation are not only a great form of physical exercise, but are becoming increasingly popular as methods of reducing stress and treating depression. Yoga and meditation are very inexpensive to learn and practice. There are no drugs involved, thereby alleviating drug side effects. The practice of Ayurveda, Yoga and meditation also help to reduce high blood pressure, tension, anxiety, and even fear. Americans are growing increasingly opened to mind-body practices called complementary and alternative medicine, also known as CAM.

Ayurvedic medicine, also known as Ayurveda treatment is one of the oldest systems of medical treatment in the world. Ayurvedic treatments which are also know as Herbal treatments are a large part of this form of alternative or natural health care.

Destinations such as those found in India, Thailand, and Singapore offer this ancient health and wellness teaching to international patients. Facilities such as the Indus Valley Ayurveda Center and the Athreya Ayurvedic Resorts in India are just two prime examples of the best these ancient traditions have to offer.

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by Denise

Why is stem cell research constantly in the news? Because groundbreaking studies have generated greater understanding of the enormous potential of stem cells in the field of medicine. Many types of stem cells, including umbilical cord blood stem cells, placenta stem cells, adult stem cells, and embryonic stem cells are being studied throughout the world in order to find cures for  a multitude of illnesses and disease processes.

Placenta stem cell therapy is a type of adult stem cell therapy that utilizes the placenta, or afterbirth of a woman who has undergone the child birthing process. Stem cell research and treatment facilities around the world are available to international patients seeking cutting edge technology in stem cell research development of treatments and protocols.

Dr. Omar Gonzalez, whose office, Integra Medical Center, based in Nuevo Progreso, Tamps, Mexico, offers a path to healthier futures for thousands of individuals around the world seeking effective stem cell treatments and stem cell therapies not yet available in the United States. Integra Medical Center specializes in placenta stem cell therapies that utilize a multidisciplinary approach to medicine

Specializing in placenta stem cell therapy and degenerative disease processes, Dr. Gonzalez is a leader in the field of stem cell treatments for chronic fatigue, insomnia, stress and anxiety, autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, and diabetes, kidney disorders, muscular dystrophy, lupus, as well as chronic infections and fatigue, tuberculosis, AIDS, Hepatitis C, and others.

Placenta stem cell therapy (PST) has been researched for over two decades, but only recently have researchers and scientists understood the impact that placenta stem cell therapy and treatment has on a multitude of auto-immune and chronic illness conditions and symptoms.

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by Denise

Obesity is one of the most prevalent causes of multiple diseases and conditions that afflict people in the United States today. Some people who are more than 100 pounds overweight may find it difficult to lose weight through traditional methods and look to weight-loss treatments and surgeries to provide the answer for long-term weight loss.

 

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 obesity treatments and procedures and protocols 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.

 

Weight-loss surgical procedures are very expensive in the United States, and may range anywhere from $17,000-$30,000 per procedure. However, individuals traveling to one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico (Cancun) may be surprised to find a leading and world-class obesity center located there as well.

 

The Antiobesity Center offers gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and adjustable gastric band surgeries, among others. With educational dietary and nutrition support, exercise training, and lifestyle changes counseling, the Antiobesity Center offers the best in state-of-the-art techniques and technologies. What better place to pursue health and wellness than Cancun, Mexico, the ultimate playground? Check it out at PlacidWay, a medical tourism portal that offers consumers in-depth information regarding medical treatments and procedures and accredited, certified and affordable medical facilities around the world.

 

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