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How Medical Tourism Works
Why are more Americans engaging in Medical Tourism? The cost of bariatric surgery in the U.S. has gotten unbelievably high due to increasing healthcare costs. According to the ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery), one of the most common reasons patients don’t undergo bariatric surgery is because of insurance denial. This means over 25% of Americans are […]
READ MOREIs it safe to travel for Medical Tourism during COVID-19?
Patients have been receiving treatment through medical tourism during the COVID-19 pandemic safely and effectively. Hospitals, surgical facilities, and hotels in Mexico are kept very clean to protect patients and staff. The New York Times recently reported that medical tourism is still alive and thriving in Mexico during the pandemic: The U.S. / Mexico border is […]
READ MOREInternational Surgery = Better Care & Less Cost
Debating whether or not to get an elective surgery in a different country? Scheduling an international surgery can come across as a daunting task. While everyone wants the best quality care, the issue is that most of the time, that level of care is unaffordable. Due to this situation, the majority of Americans are forced […]
READ MOREWhy U.S. Patients go to Mexico for Bariatric Surgery
Have you heard about medical tourism and wondered why U.S. patients are going to Mexico for bariatric surgery? The U.S. has one of the most expensive healthcare systems in the world. (Source) Americans have discovered safer and more affordable solutions in other countries like Mexico. Patients travel to Mexico for all types of healthcare, including […]
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