Medical Travel: The Importance of Choosing a Destination with a Strong Reputation
Quality and safety are non-negotiable A destination’s reputation is built on internationally accredited hospitals (JCI, NABH, GHA) and transparent outcome data that equal or surpass Western benchmarks . Accreditation alone can cut surgical-site infection risk by up to 25 % compared with non-accredited clinics . Transparent, locked-in pricing Reputable hubs publish itemised, all-inclusive packages covering surgery, implants, hospital stay and standard complications. This transparency, cited as a key driver in the Medical Tourism Index, eliminates the hidden extras that can turn “cheap” surgery into a financial shock . Proven specialisation Countries earn their reputation through decades of documented excellence in specific fields—India for cardiac bypass, Thailand for cosmetic surgery, Israel for IVF—allowing patients to access surgeons who perform the procedure hundreds of times a year . Seamless continuity of care High-reputation centres embed tele-follow-up and encrypted EMR sharing ...