10/30/2014 | By: Guest Contributor
The medical tourism industry is soaring to new heights in 2014 — and Thailand is helping propel this massive surge. As a result of high-quality hospitals and expert doctors, the country has earned a reputation for dependable and affordable treatments and services, including massage centers, spas and wellness clinics and retreats, as well as surgical programs for IVF, plastic surgery and cosmetic dentistry.
Thailand's high medical standards and modernized infrastructure have made it a industry leader, while the options for a post-treatment holiday are among the best in the world.
More and more patients from Japan — and the Middle East are seeking premier medical treatments in Thailand hospitals. The country is also seeing an increase in patients from the United States, Britain, China and Taiwan.
Spotlight — Thailand
Plastic Surgery Treatments in Thailand
Plastic Surgery in Thailand gives patients the opportunity to work with world-class plastic surgeons in specializing in facial surgery, and surgical enhancements of the body and breasts. Thailand is leading the globe for life-changing enhancement and progressive, patient-focused care. As the world of cosmetic surgery is constantly advancing, plastic surgery clinics in Thailand stay up-to-date with new products and technical innovations.
As a leading destination for fertility tourism, Thailand offers individuals the ability to build a family with affordable infertility treatments. At the forefront of the assisted reproductive industry, IVF specialists in Thailand offer the most advanced surgical and non-surgical equipment and techniques to give intended parents the best chance of success. Fertility clinics in Thailand provide all of the standard infertility specialty testing and treatment services, as well as progressive services for IVF, ICSI, and egg donation.
Cosmetic Dentistry in Thailand
Cosmetic dentistry in Thailand offers patients the most advanced dental centers and a comprehensive range of general, cosmetic, restorative and preventative dentistry treatments for all ages. Premier dental specialists in Thailand work diligently to help patients feel comfortable throughout their visit. From personalized care and attentive services — to state-of-the-art technology, Thailand dental tourism is committed to giving patients the gorgeous smiles they deserve.
The Future of Medical Tourism
Thailand has become an international mecca for patients seeking world-class treatment at competitive rates. With hospitals in Thailand offering the highest quality in the world, meeting or exceeding US standards — medical tourism in Thailand is growing at a yearly rate of 16 percent.
Of the 26.5 million people who visited Thailand in 2013, 2.5 million came for medical procedures.
Thailand’s world-renown spas and wellness resorts — set in magnificent coastal surroundings, make this remarkable country even more appealing as 2015 nears.
