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Thailand Medical Tourism

Thailand is already popular as a tourist destination, but over the years it has gained recognition as a credible medical tourism destination as well. Ranked 47th by the World Health Organization, the Thai healthcare system has been well recognized by the US consular information sheet as well, especially Bangkok. The country has some internationally accredited hospitals and offers treatments ranging from organ transplants to dental and cosmetic surgery.

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Medical Tourism in Thailand

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Why Thailand is a great medical tourist destination

Thailand offers medical treatments at almost one tenth of US costs, combined with high quality of medical care as well as medical technology. With medical tourism being recognized as a national industry in the county, the Thai government has taken several measures to promote the healthcare industry.

Since the tourism industry in Thailand is already very well established, all the necessary infrastructure is already in place for visitors. Also, hospitals in Thailand provide more personal care as compared to the United States or United Kingdom, with some providing additional services such as language interpreters and special international wings to cater specially to international tourists.

Some major hospitals in Thailand are recipients of international accreditations such as JCI, and adhere to top ISO standards. Also, these hospitals also include several doctors and specialists who have been trained in the US and UK, complete with certifications from these countries. Apart from this, hospitals have taken special measures to ensure all staff are trained in English, effectively removing any language barrier.

Vacationing in Thailand

Thailand is known in particular for its stunning natural beauty, complete with tropical islands, stunning beaches and several World Heritage sites. Visitors have several options to choose from when visiting the country for medical treatment, ranging from vibrant nightspots, huge shopping malls, sandy beaches to Buddhist temples, national parks and much more.

Apart from all this, medical tourists can also avail the opportunity to indulge in the popular Thai massage, which is sure to rejuvenate your senses. In addition, the Thai shopping experience is unmatched, providing visitors with excellent souvenirs to take back home, or one of the many luxury brands available here.

Thai cuisine

On the more hot and spicy side, Thai cuisine is known to fire up any palate. A combination of flavors from the four different regions in Thailand, Central, Southern, Northern and Northeastern, Thai cuisine also includes several Chinese dishes, a legacy of the Thai Chinese people. A liberal mix of spices and herbs, Thai food generally consists of one main rice dish supplemented by several other dishes to accentuate the flavor. Apart from rice, noodles are another popular component of Thai dishes, including Pad Thai and Rad Na. An important point to note is that Thais consider fish sauce as integral to most dishes, and vegetarians in particular will need to specially mention their requirements while ordering.

Factors to keep in mind for medical tourists to Thailand

  • The climate in Thailand is a major factor to consider when planning your trip to Thailand. Though most of the country experiences tropical wet or dry savannah climate, the easternmost part of East Thailand experiences a purely tropical monsoon climate. November to February is when you will find cool temperatures and clear skies, whereas from March to May temperatures soar to somewhere about the mid or high 30s. May to October is the rainy season, with rains mostly occurring in the late afternoons or evenings and sometimes resulting in flooded streets.
  • Bangkok, Thailand's capital has one of Asia's busiest airports, with flights flying in from around the world, making travel easy.
  • When in Thailand travelling around is also easy, with options such as buses, trains, planes and taxis. Apart from this, visitors can avail a songthaew, a truck-based vehicle which works both as a local bus as well as a taxi, or the famous Tuk-tuk, a three-wheeled vehicle. Taxis are still relatively rare, though extremely convenient, just don't forget to insist on using the meter.
  • Thai currency is the baht, and be careful when dealing with 1000-baht notes as counterfeits are not unheard of. There are plenty of ATMs in all cities and large towns, though from August 2009 there is a 150 baht surcharge on use of foreign ATM cards.
  • Visitors are required to carry their passports with them at all times while in Thailand.
  • Visitors who do not possess an adventurous palate need not worry as McDonald's, Pizza Hut, KFC and even The Pizza Company outlets can be found in all major cities and large towns.
  • Tap water in Thailand is not drinkable, so opt for bottled water instead.
  • Thailand follows its own Thai calendar apart from the Georgian calendar, which is 543 years ahead, so don't get confused if you see uncommon dates.
  • It is a criminal offence to be critical or to make defamatory comments about the monarchy in Thailand. So don't try to do it even as a joke.
  • Buddhism is a major religion in the country, and Buddhist monks are not allowed to come in physical contact with a woman, or even a man for that matter. Local buses sometimes have special seats for monks, be mindful of this and don’t occupy these seats..
  • Littering and smoking in the streets are both illegal and accompany a heavy fine.

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