Medical Tourism

Each year, more and more foreigners look to international options for medical procedures. It’s not hard to see why if you visit MedicalTourism.com  to see price estimates on various surgeries. In 2015 the cost of a hip replacement in the U.S. averaged just over $40,000. In Colombia, the same procedure averages only a little over $8,000. From Asia to Latin America, read on to find out more about five of the best options available to you as a medical tourist.

Costa Rica: The World Health Organization ranks Costa Rica’s healthcare system slightly above that of the U.S. This achievement is the result of a large government investment in the health sector. The influx of foreigners in Costa Rica has also been a big incentive for private hospitals to open and expand their operations.

Malaysia: has gained fame as a medical-tourism destination because its healthcare is among the world’s best — and cheapest. Malaysia has both public and private healthcare with medical expertise equal to or better than that in most Western countries.

Mexico: Many individual hospitals are excellent. In fact, Mexico’s combination of well-trained doctors, modern hospitals, low prices, and proximity to the U.S. has made it a popular medical-tourism destination for U.S. residents. Many Mexican towns along the U.S./Mexico border have thriving dental and medical practices, thanks to their many U.S. patients.

Thailand:  is ranked among the world’s 50 best healthcare systems by the World Health Organization.

Other popular destinations: Canada, Iran, Brazil