Health Tourism in Turkey

Health Tourism in Turkey

Health Tourism in Turkey – Living in the fast lane has become the norm for many of us, including a fast-paced work ethic as well as pleasure and downtime too.

We have become a nation that is less patient, in all areas of our lives and this may also include our beauty, wellness and health requirements too.

One trend happening in the medical scene recently is the growth of medical or health tourism. Which simply put is the act of travelling to another country to use their medical care and other health services. The medical tourism phenomenon is gaining huge popularity and the number of people going abroad to see a Body Expert for treatment increases rapidly every year.

Previously health tourism has been mostly considered by residents of lesser-developed countries where some medical treatments for specific conditions are not yet available. However, the trend is shifting where more developed countries are seeking lower cost but higher quality medical treatment with shorter lead times. If you are fortunate to have an option many of us would choose more affordable treatment without sacrificing the quality of service, when waiting time is minimum.

With excellent medical treatment and care services, Turkey has become one of the top popular countries for medical tourism today.

Some of the reasons behind Turkey’s popularity are the following:

  • The country has an affordable healthcare system
  • Many doctors, having trained in Europe and America, choose to practice, and take up their residency in Turkey
  • The location of Turkey is accessible. Istanbul Airport, in Turkey, is considered one of the world’s largest airports, with around 300 direct flights worldwide.
  • Nowadays, international travel is trouble-free and reasonably priced. Many travel agencies specialising in medical tourism may offer packages to people who want to receive medical treatments abroad.
  • The most common procedures that people undergo on medical tourism trips include dental care, surgery, cosmetic surgery, fertility treatments, organ and tissue transplantation, cancer treatment, as well as smoking and mental health therapy.
  • Another factor to consider is health insurance. People without health insurance, or with a limited insurance policy, are more likely to seek other options such as medical tourism. As the price of healthcare services increases, the range of treatments and procedures that the health insurance policies cover decreases. The deductibles from a person’s health insurance may turn out to be more expensive than the price of going overseas for treatment. Therefore, people who simply cannot afford health insurance, choose travelling abroad as a legitimate alternative.

Even though medical tourism is about obtaining medical care, a side benefit of medical tourism is having the opportunity to travel to another country. Crystal clear waters, tall mountains, Historic ruins, bustling cities, beautiful beaches, mountains, shopping, excellent food, and all at an affordable price.

Conclusion

It can be a minefield when making the choice to travel to another county for medical treatment. However, it is important to do your own research, look for positive reviews and even better get first-hand feedback from someone you may know.

Poppy Watt

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