Advanced medical offerings in medical tourism have revolutionized the global healthcare landscape, providing patients access to cutting-edge treatments, specialized expertise, and state-of-the-art facilities. These innovations, from robotic surgeries and minimally invasive procedures to regenerative medicine and advanced cancer therapies, attract international patients seeking high-quality care at competitive costs. In Colombia, Clinica CES drives rapid shifts in innovative healthcare, pushing the frontiers of quality healthcare for international patients. Clínica CES is a non-profit institution that offers healthcare services with high human, ethical, and scientific quality. We also enhance quality of life through health care with high-complexity services for adult patients. We are recognized in the healthcare industry for our commitment to excellence.
Horacio Oduber Hospital in Aruba is redefining global medical travel. In this exclusive interview with Medical Tourism Magazine, discover how this state-of-the-art, patient-centered facility transforms healthcare for locals and international patients. Learn about their innovative modernization projects, strategic international partnerships, and commitment to accessible, high-quality care, which make HOH a top destination for medical tourism in the Caribbean.
MediTour Facilitators, a Better by MTA Gold Member, stands at the forefront, dedicated to bridging the gap between international patients and top-tier healthcare providers. With a strong commitment to safety, transparency, and comfort, our organization ensures that every step of your healthcare journey—from initial consultation to post-treatment recovery—is handled with utmost care and professionalism.
Clinica Torrubia Garbayo, a Better by MTA member, shares how it is pushing the frontiers of aesthetic medicine in this interview with Medical Tourism Magazine.
Jonathan Edelheit, Chairman and Co-founder of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), has been at the forefront of transforming global healthcare access for over two decades. As a visionary leader, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the medical tourism industry, creating opportunities for international collaboration, and advocating for quality, transparency, and innovation in medical travel.
Long covid has impacted an estimated 17 million Americans, and this article reveals an extraordinary true story of transformation. Discover how an elite athletic prodigy—a former national junior champion golfer who once qualified for the US Open—faced a near-fatal 3-year downward spiral from long covid. After a critical infusion of umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells, his life changed dramatically. Explore his remarkable recovery and learn how innovative stem cell therapy can offer new possibilities for healing and renewed life.
SAGE Healthcare Concierge Services is pioneering a transformative approach to medical tourism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). As Saudi Arabia continues its ambitious Vision 2030 initiative, it is well-positioned to become a global leader in medical tourism, providing world-class care that integrates advanced technology and superior patient experiences seamlessly. SAGE Healthcare Concierge is driving this transformation, setting new standards in patient care by offering a comprehensive one-stop-shop platform.
Through the recent establishment of a positive “dose-response curve,” which I will explain below, we are one step closer to a cure for these neurocognitive disorders. This is the latest step on an amazing treatment journey that is being written in real-time before our eyes.
In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, medical travel has emerged as a vital solution for patients seeking affordable and specialized care abroad. Dental care is among the areas experiencing significant growth as patients from around the world look for high-quality treatments at more affordable costs. Better by MTA, the revolutionary platform developed through a partnership between the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) and Mastercard, is now transforming general medical tourism and how dental hospitals operate, connect with patients, and deliver care globally.
Better by MTA is not only transforming how patients access autism care but also driving a global shift toward inclusivity, innovation, and excellence. By connecting families with trusted providers and streamlining the medical travel experience, the platform empowers parents to give their children the best possible start in life. As awareness and understanding of autism continue to grow, Better by MTA is leading the way in ensuring that individuals with ASD receive the support and resources they need to thrive—no matter where they are in the world.
Fertility care has undergone remarkable advancements in recent years, revolutionizing the field of reproductive health and offering hope to millions of individuals and couples worldwide. These innovations, driven by cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking research, and patient-centred approaches, have significantly improved success rates and expanded treatment access. These and more have positioned Reprotec International Fertility Center as a choice destination for advanced fertility treatments globally. A Better by MTA member, Reprotec shares with MTA its experience in the healthcare industry in the last three decades and how it continues to deliver quality results for patients around the world.
The key to earning and retaining patient trust lies in delivering consistent, high-quality care that meets or exceeds expectations, ensuring that patients feel safe and valued throughout their medical journey. While cost and accessibility are important, they cannot sustain the industry without addressing patient concerns about quality, safety, and transparency. As the key index of trust, accreditation will remain a vital driver of success, ensuring that patients are only attracted to destinations vetted to offer nothing but premium healthcare services.
Thanks to its world-class facilities and exceptional patient care, the Dominican Republic is rapidly becoming a preferred destination for medical tourism. At the heart of this transformation is Médico Express, a state-of-the-art outpatient center in Santo Domingo Este, which combines advanced diagnostic imaging, outpatient surgery, and personalized care to offer an unparalleled healthcare experience. By integrating cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and a strong focus on patient well-being, Médico Express is setting new standards in the region.
International patients constantly search for the best healthcare providers to meet their needs and offer value for their hard-earned money. In today’s medical tourism landscape, patients place a premium on healthcare providers that prioritize excellent patient care outcomes and patient safety while offering cutting-edge, advanced diagnostics and treatments. This guiding principle has led MedicalPoint Hospital Group to be a prime destination for international healthcare. Recently awarded Gold Membership of the Medical Tourism Association, MedicalPoint Hospital Group shares its array of state-of-the-art medical advances across various specialties and tis commitment to excellent patient care.
Advances in ambulatory care services have revolutionized healthcare delivery by expanding access to high-quality care in outpatient settings. Innovations such as telemedicine, same-day diagnostic services, and minimally invasive surgical techniques enable patients to receive adequate treatment without prolonged hospital stays. Caguas ASC has emerged as a leader in ambulatory healthcare, offering cutting-edge healthcare solutions for day surgeries across multiple specialities. Recently awarded Gold Membership of the Medical Tourism Association, Caguas ASC shares insights into its unique offerings and the future of ambulatory care in the global medical tourism space.
One institution at the frontier of advanced GI diagnostics and treatment is Instituto Gastroclinico. Located in one of the largest cities in South America, Instituto Gastroclinico boasts world-class experts in digestive health and state-of-the-art technology to offer exceptional service to international tourists. As the organization recently obtained Gold Membership of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), it sits in this interview with MTA to share a sneak peek into its cutting-edge procedures and offerings.
Heretofore, there has been no effective treatment for Parkinson’s disease - except replacing dopamine with L Dopa, which has onerous side effects, including the untreatable movement disorder tardive dyskinesia. There has also been no effective treatment for Alzheimer’s or Lewy body dementia, nor essential tremor - which often leads to PD and dementia. While Beta blockers can help essential tremors, but they do not eliminate them and have side effects. There is also no effective treatment for hearing loss or tinnitus. This article describes exciting early results using exosomes (tiny vesicles secreted from stem cells) with which we have evidence of helping all of these problems.
South Korea’s medical tourism appeal lies in its advanced healthcare, competitive prices, and the profound respect and care embedded in its culture. The country’s dedication to excellence in every aspect of life is unmistakably reflected in its healthcare sector, providing international patients with high-quality, person-centred medical services that leave a lasting impression. South Korea is undoubtedly a top-tier choice for anyone considering medical tourism, offering medical care and a comprehensive journey toward health and wellness.
For almost 20 years, the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), a non-profit trade association, has helped connect healthcare consumers with doctors and hospitals worldwide. The MTA has now launched Better by MTA through an exclusive partnership with Mastercard to connect you with trusted, quality hospitals and doctors, offering price transparency and payment security.
