by Denise

Without a doubt, India has become the medical tourism capital of the modern world. Offering the latest technological advances, experienced and expert physicians and surgeons and the very best in patient care, India has secured her place in the world as a premier medical travel destination.

 

Specializing in orthopedic, cardiac, transplant and plastic and cosmetic surgical procedures, India is also a leader in nuclear medicine, neurosurgery and cancer procedures. However, India is also a leader in cosmetic dentistry and reconstructive dental care. Facilities such as Makewell Meditour, located in Mumbai, offers some of the best options for cosmetic dentistry in India, root canal surgery in India, dental tourism in India and a variety of teeth treatment in India.

 

Makewell offers a wide range of affordable dental packages for global patients that adheres to high international standards of dental care,  from cosmetic dentistry services to custom dentures, teeth whitening dentists and dental implants surgery. Dental surgery for wisdom tooth extraction to gum treatments to root canal treatment, replacement of missing teeth, implant dentistry, affordable dentures and orthodontic care are just a few of the options that a facility such as Makewell Meditour offers to international and domestic dental patients.

 

Medical providers like Meditour joining efforts with U.S.-based PlacidWay, an international medical provider resource and education portal, offers dental patients looking for anything from laser teeth whitening to titanium dental implants, or dental crowns and bridges and even cosmetic laser dentistry have the best providers to choose from, with travel packages that offer exotic tourism with the best in medical and dental care.

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by Denise

Some of the most popular new antiaging treatments today  offer men and women new confidence, self esteem and the opportunity to compete on a more level ‘game field’ than ever before. With tens of thousands of baby boomers on the rise, job competition is fierce. Therefore, men and women are seeking the newest in cosmetic and plastic surgery techniques as well as non-surgical cosmetic treatments for their needs.

 

Cosmetic treatments such as FDA approved cosmetic treatments and injectable facial fillers like Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse and Perlane enhance skin tone and firmness. Laser resurfacing using infrared light treatments are popular, as are bleaching creams such as Tiluma.

 

Infrared light treatments are noninvasive techniques utilize infrared light technology to stimulate collagen production through heat below the skin’s surface. The technology, called Titan, is growing in popularity.

 

Laser skin resurfacing reduces the appearance of wrinkles decreases the appearance of age spots and rough skin. Also known as Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing, a.k.a. Fraxel, this technique utilizes a high-powered CO2 resurfacing lasers.

 

Cosmetic creams and lotions that contain antioxidants to help combat free radicals that damage the skin and lead to wrinkles, freckles, age spots and other aging factors are being tested with ingredients such as idebenone, combined with vitamin C and E, alpha-lipoic acid, and co-enzyme Q10. New products hit the market every year.

 

Medical tourists are able to save up to 50 to 75% on such costs by traveling to foreign destinations such as Ageless Wonders Panama in Panama, Fortis Hospital in New Delhi, India and Advanced Medical Group in Mexico.

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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.

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

·         Cupping

Diet detoxification also includes processes such as:

·         Colon cleansing - a multitude of colon cleansers are available on drugstore shelves, all designed to clean up the colon and get rid of parasites lodging within the intestines. Popular brands promote weight loss, parasite elimination, and the ultimate colon cleansers defined to curb bloating, and constipation and everything from acne to candidiasis.

·         Chelation therapy - specific collating agents such as DMSA, EDTA and ALA are utilized to rid the body of heavy metal detoxification of arsenic, mercury, and lead or other heavy metals believed to poison the body.

Medical travelers visiting foreign destinations such as Solis Health and Wellness Tourism in Turkey or Blueprint Health and Benefit in South Africa or or Dr. Vorobiev’s Russian Rehab Clinics offer the newest technologies and also save individuals between 30% and 60% on procedures and methods of detox treatment performed in the United States.

 

 

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by Denise

Cosmetic surgery continues to be one of the most popular types of surgery for individuals traveling abroad. From rhinoplasty (nose surgery) to tummy tucks to reconstructive breast surgeries to a full cosmetic face lift, thread face lift to acupuncture face lift techniques, men and women around the globe continue to seek the best face lift, cosmetic eyelid surgery for a more youthful appearance, the best in breast augmentation or breast reduction, and of course, affordable cosmetic surgical procedures that are also safe, effective and provide desired results. Medical destinations in India and Thailand are leaders in cosmetic plastic surgical procedures.

Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery removes excess skin from upper or lower eyelids. In the United States, eyelid procedures cost between $1,500-$7,000. Medical travelers to India may enjoy lower costs, on average $1,000 and to Yanhee Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, where patients can get the procedure done around $700- $1,400.

Surgery of the nose (rhinoplasty) is one of the most popular procedures done in cosmetic reconstructions. In the United States, rhinoplasty procedures may cost between $3,000-$8,000, though in Thailand, the same procedures may be performed for roughly $900-$1,500. Costs in India are around $1,000.

A face-lift, or rhytidectomy treatment or procedure helps improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck area. In the United States, the average cost of a full facelift can range between $6,000 and $15,000 but as high as $25,000. Indian facilities like Fortis Hospital in New Delhi, India and locations in Thailand offer costs run a tenth of fees charged in the US and the UK.

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by Denise

Infertility, caused by conditions affecting females and males affects couples around the globe. Infertility may be caused by a multitude of factors, including ovarian failure, endometriosis, insufficient male sperm, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and more, treatments and solutions to infertility have offered couples around the world the opportunity to try for the baby they’ve always wanted. Unfortunately, cost of treatments, drugs, and procedures present financial hurdles that many couples cannot overcome.

Infertility and fertility treatment abroad, including the best IUI in Brazil, IVF in India or affordable infertility treatment in Jordan offers couples the chance to become parents.

Argentina, South America is known for cutting edge technologies in fertility treatments, as is India. Newcomers to medical tourism in the fertility field, though through no lack of experience or credentials include facilities in Turkey and Jordan. Assisted reproduction fertility treatment facilities in Mexico have also grown clientele lists.

For example, Solis Health and Wellness Tourism, as well as Jinemed Hospital, located in Istanbul, Turkey, provides a variety of IVF, ICSI, PGD, IVM and ovarian cortex freezing treatments and technologies, with combined decades of experience in the field. Dr. Osama Badran, MD, FACOG is a world class laparoscopic gynecologic surgeon located in Amman, Jordan.

Fertility Argentina, also known as CEGYR, located in Buenos Aires, also offers certified and accredited care in ART (assisted reproduction technology), as does Cedyt in Bariloche, Argentina.

Intrauterine insemination in the U.S. may cost between $300 an $800 per attempt, while in Vitro fertilization techniques average $8,000 and $12,000 per attempt, in addition to medications to induce ovulation, which may cost over $2,000.   International travelers may save thousands of dollars on traditional and new fertility treatments around the globe, making dreams come true.

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by Denise

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons states that one in seven Americans currently suffers from bone or joint issues, costing consumers nearly $850 billion a year. Elderly individuals suffering from chronic arthritis conditions make up the largest demographic of those seeking orthopedic care. When it comes to injuries, back and knee injuries are the most common, and cost workers in the United States over 400 million lost workdays.

Due to increasing costs and wait times for orthopedic treatments and surgeries, more individuals are crossing international borders to seek treatment in what is now called cross-border medical travel. Lower costs, decreased wait time, new technologies, and the expertise and experience of orthopedic surgeons in foreign destinations has created a boom in the number of individuals, especially the elderly, seeking treatment in such destinations as South America, India, and Middle East countries such as Jordan and Turkey.

In the United States, cruciate ligament repair via knee arthroscopy averages $17,000 per knee, while at the Madras Joint Replacement Center in Chennai, India, medical travelers may save up to 40%, paying just under $5,000 for the same procedure. Hip replacement procedures in the United States cost an average of $45,000, while the same procedure in a facility in Poland costs just over $5,000, with a 50-60% savings, or roughly $7,000 in Turkey, and $6,000 in India.

Orthopedic surgery abroad, such as hip replacement surgery or rotator cuff surgery in Costa Rica or those provided by the best sports injuries programs in Croatia such as those found at Terme Selce offer medical travelers the best in care and experience while at the same time saving thousands of dollars in medical care costs.

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by Denise

LASIK eye surgery is affordable, and it helps with a variety of vision impairments. Whether you have nearsightedness, astigmatism or are farsighted, laser surgery is quick, inexpensive and safe way to correct vision impairments in less than an hour. While LASIK is one of the more popular procedures, there are other common treatments such as:

 

·  Epi LASIK

·  PRK Surgery

·  Wavefront LASIK

·  LASIK Monovision

 

In fewer than 30 minutes, you can get one or both eyes done and have little to no discomfort. 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 techniques can be expensive, especially for individuals without a vision health plan, but even in such cases, LASIK may be considered an elective procedure and may not be covered by many vision insurance companies.

 

Travelers who opt to benefit from lower prices abroad for cutting-edge LASIK technologies in countries like India, Turkey, Argentina or Mexico have options, such as those provided by facilities such as the Ahalia Foundation Eye Hospital in Kerala, India, or Acibadem Healthcare Group in Istanbul, Turkey, or the TRSC International LASIK Center in Bangkok, Thailand.

 

Don’t leave your vision unattended because you may lack insurance. The next time you find yourself traveling, research potential LASIK facilities near your destination for huge savings for quality services at PlacidWay, a growing medical tourism portal based in Denver, Colorado, providing reliable information on certified and accredited medical, dental and vision care options around the globe.

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by Denise

Chronic disease treatment abroad incorporates may new technologies with some that have been around for thousands of years. Some of the most common treatment approaches used to today to address chronic diseases prevention include those that have been around thousands of years, and some modern developments.

Some of the most common technologies and treatments include, acupuncture, naturopathic medicine, biofeedback therapies, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the practice of Yoga and Ayurvedic medicine, as well as homeopathic medicine and herbal therapies and treatments.

Common chronic disease processes include back pain, allergies, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), asthma, cancer, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), cardiovascular disease, diabetes and arthritis, just to name a few.  According to the CDC, chronic disease conditions result in nearly 70% of deaths in the U.S.

According to a recent study, deaths caused by chronic disease processes are expected to reach nearly 20% in 2010 alone. Complementary and alternative treatments not only address symptoms, but may help development of chronic disease processes in the first place, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancers, through proper diet and nutrition, lifestyle counseling and back-to-basics herbal treatments that have been used effectively for thousands of years to promote health and longevity.

Facilities such as the Ahalia Ayurvedic Hospital or Makewell Meditour in India, or the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland are the source of just a few of world-class programs in chronic disease treatment and prevention.

PlacidWay, a medical tourism portal based in Denver, Colorado, encourages citizens around the world to search for health and wellness in every corner of the globe.

 

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by Denise

Wondering what happened to that nice smile you used to have? On the other hand, if you were never happy with that smile, consider dental surgery abroad. For the best dental surgery abroad, consider dental clinics in Croatia, dental vacations in Turkey or the best teeth whitening in India. Some of the best dental treatments include affordable dental implants in Poland, or the services of dentists in Costa Rica. The world is, literally, your dental oyster.

 

Cosmetic dentistry is a field that includes, but is not limited to such services such as:

 

·         Repairing rough spots or chips

·         Filling cavities

·         Filling gaps between teeth

·         Bleaching teeth for a whiter, brighter smile

·         Covering and protecting broken teeth with porcelain crowns

·         Improving dental health and function through bonding, bridges, and dental implant

 

Cosmetic dentistry can be expensive, depending on the procedure. In the United States for example, implants may cost $1,200-$2,000 apiece. Bonding may cost $300-$600 a tooth, and crowns may cost anywhere from $800-$1,000.

 

Dental professionals and clinics in South America, Croatia, and Asia offer the same services for quite a bit less. For example, dental implants in India range from $750 to $1,200 and porcelain or metal crowns or bridges cost only $125 to $300 each. Travelers to Croatia can save at Dental Implants Croatia in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Travelers to Croatia will pay roughly $1,000 for dental implants and $430 for bleaching or teeth whitening procedures. Those traveling to Bangkok Dental Image in Thailand may find prosthodontics and dental treatments at a fraction of the cost as dental services in the U.S.

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by Denise

According to the University of Delaware, medical tourism as a health care product will continue to grow in the new decade. While some believe that medical care abroad is inferior, the reality is that hospitals and clinics that specifically cater to medical tourists are among the best in the world, with accreditation, certification, and staff, physicians and surgeons trained in major medical centers and universities throughout the United States and Europe.

A mere decade ago, medical tourism was a hardly recognized term while today, nearly 250,000 individuals from the Middle East visit Singapore while 1/2 million international travelers and patients will visit India for medical care, up from 150,000 in 2002.

Baby boomers, those individuals born between 1946 and 1964, will be in the forefront of change in healthcare delivery. According to studies and research performed by the University of Delaware, 220 million boomers in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Canada will be seeking affordable, high quality, effective and efficient medical care abroad by 2015.

Southeast Asia continues to be a leader in providing excellent and affordable medical care, but the Middle East, Central Europe, and Latin American countries are close behind. India medical facilities are known for orthopedic care such as knee or hip replacement, cardiac care such as open heart surgery and pediatric heart surgery, as well as cancer therapies including bone marrow transplant. Indian clinics and hospital facilities are outfitted with high-tech and state of the art medical diagnostic and electronic equipment, and its pharmaceutical companies meet requirements of the United States Food and Drug Administration.

Medical tourism has grown into a respected, viable and logical solution to patients abroad seeking affordable procedures while maintaining high standards of quality and care.

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