WHY GREECE FOR MEDICAL TOURISM?

WHY GREECE FOR MEDICAL TOURISM?

Why this destination?           

By Dimitrios Shistohilis- Project Manager at SPYROU HEALTH  01/2017

We consider a variety of factors, including:

·         Government and private sector investment in healthcare infrastructure

·         Demonstrable commitment to international accreditation, quality assurance, and transparency of outcomes

·         International patient flow

·         Potential for cost savings on medical procedures

·         Political transparency and social stability

·         Excellent tourism infrastructure

·         Sustained reputation for clinical excellence

·         History of healthcare innovation and achievement

·         Successful adoption of best practices and state-of-the-art medical technology

·         Availability of internationally-trained, experienced medical staff

 Is the market growing?

Yes. The world population is aging and becoming more affluent at rates that surpass the availability of quality healthcare resources.

 In addition, out-of-pocket medical costs of critical and elective procedures continue to rise, while nations offering universal care are faced with ever-increasing resource burdens.

 These drivers are forcing patients to pursue cross-border healthcare options either to save money or to avoid long waits for treatment.

 We estimate the worldwide medical tourism market is growing at a rate of 15-25%, with inbound patient flows highest in Mexico, Southeast and South Asia.

How much can you save by coming to Greece?

Using US costs across a variety of specialties and procedures as a benchmark, average range of savings for the most-traveled destinations:

·         Brazil: 20-30%

·         Costa Rica: 45-65%

·         India: 65-80%

·         Malaysia: 65-80%

·         Mexico: 40-60%

·         Singapore: 25-40%

·         South Korea: 30-45%

·         Taiwan: 40-55%

·         Thailand: 50-70%

·         Greece: 50-65%

 Destination Greece

Ιn the land that gave birth to modern medicine, the homeland of the man that wrote the Hippocratic Oath, medical services meet modern expertise and Greek hospitality, creating a unique mixture that welcomes you and wishes you “Good Health.” (a traditional Greek greeting)

Greece possesses a plethora of qualities and inherent advantages, which serve Health Tourism and render Greece a top destination for international health tourists:

·         High quality in private healthcare services and facilities’ infrastructure and value for money medical care

·         Medical staff with an international recognition regarding skills and also one of the highest European rates in doctors per capita

·         Easy access through numerous airports and sea ports, which also facilitates the creation of ‘health tourism bundles’ combining the medical and the tourism aspect of the visit

·         Already acknowledged as a top international tourist destination (mild climate, cultural heritage, scenery variety, Mediterranean diet, etc.)

·         High-end touristic facilities and international hospitality experience in one of the most popular destinations in the world

·         A Mediterranean Paradise with more than 350 sunny days annually and original Mediterranean cuisine

·         Easy access from around the world by plane, ship or train

·         Strong heritage from the ancient times and unique touristic attractions with golden beaches, sunsets and Greek orthodox churches

·         World-class facilities and advanced technology in line with the European quality and safety standards

·         Culture and entertainment for every taste with hundreds of ancient and modern theatres, multiplex cinemas, operas, concert halls, discos and local folk music stages

·         Infrastructure availability for various types of health tourism - Surgical/Rehabilitation/Hemodialysis/Diagnostics/Dentistry/IVF-Maternity

·         Excellent medical services by highly skilled doctors with studies in the best Greek, European or American Universities