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The Medical Tourism Congress Announces Angels Global Healthcare as a Bronze Sponsor

Angels Global Healthcare, formed in 2010 to facilitate safe and reliable access to medical services worldwide. Angels Global Healthcare is a division of Angels of Flight Canada Inc., with over 22 years experience providing air ambulance.

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Conference + hotel packages now available for MTA's conference in Chicago

There has been a lot of demand of people wanting a package price that will cover their hotel and also their registration for the MTA's annual conference in Chicago October 26-28th, 2011. This has now been made available for the first time.

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Technology and Medical Tourism

I read an interesting article this morning which analyzes the recent success of medical and dental tourism in Mexico. The article begins by discussing the fact that the country is generally regarded by American tourists in two contexts.

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MTA Announces Launch of iTunes Medical Tourism Channel

‍As part of the commitment to education the MTA, has launched a channel on iTunes and has released exclusive interviews, podcasts. With over 160 million iTunes users across the globe, this new channel provides much exposure to the world about medical tourism.

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International Insurance Industry Connects with Medical Tourism Industry in Chicago

‍The Global Benefits Association will host their second annual Global Benefits Conference in Chicago, October 26-28th, 2011. The Global Benefits Association's event will bring in international insurance companies and multinational employers.

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Medical Tourism on The Rise in South Korea

As public awareness for Medical Tourism grows, countries like India, Mexico, and the United States stand out amongst the rest. Alongside public awareness of the Medical Tourism industry’s growth comes a spark of interest from governments.

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Medical Tourists Capitalize On South Korea's Fascination With Cosmetic Surgery

South Korea’s Fascination with cosmetic surgery isn’t a breaking news story, but with more and more Korean’s seeking a ‘Western’ look the news of experienced surgeons offering quality procedures at an affordable price is spreading.

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New Survey Examines Employer Reactions to Health Care Reform One Year Later

In the year since health care reform became law, a new survey finds that employers across the U.S. are maintaining their health care benefits. Implementing cost-sharing methods and assessing the long-term impact of reform on their organizations.

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The Medical Tourism Association announces the preliminary lineup of sponsors of the 4th Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress

In its 4th year, the World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress promises to be better than ever featuring up to 1500 attendees, 100+ speakers and sponsors from over 87 countries.

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Research Survey on Medical Tourism for Statistics!

I am a MBA student at Missouri S & T (Rolla, Mo, USA) and doing Marketing Research on Medical Tourism and would require help in completing the survey for its statistics. The answers will be totally anonymous. Please fill in and redistribute amongst your peers, family and friends.

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The Medical Tourism Lives in Las Vegas to Bring Medical Tourism to Physician Assistants

The AAPA's 39th Annual Conference in Las Vegas is the only annual meeting targeting all groups and medical specialties of PAs. The MTA seized the chance to deliver updated news about medical tourism to its delegates and raise awareness.

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Medical Tourism A Potential Revenue Source For Malaysian Tourism and Health Sectors

With the awareness of Medical Tourism on the rise many countries have started encouraging participation in Medical Tourism. The attached article presents the efforts being made by the Malaysian Deputy Minister of Health Datuk Rosnah Abdul Rashid Shirlin.

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Medical Tourism Magazine will be launching its first Destination Guide to Las Vegas.

Healthcare clusters have been popping up throughout the US as more and more regions realize the importance of collaboration. The Guide will be available on www.MedicalTourism.com ranked number one on Google for information on the medical tourism industry.

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Global Benefits Leadership Award

The Global Benefits Association in conjunction with the Global Benefits Magazine will be awarding a select group of individuals. . Whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the Global Benefits and International Benefits Industry.

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Excellence in International Healthcare Leadership Award

The Medical Tourism AssociationTM will be awarding a select group of leaders in international healthcare whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the International Healthcare Industry and excelled at providing international healthcare quality.

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It's called Medical Tourism, not Medical Tourism

There are over 20,000 physicians worldwide and it’s unrealistic to imagine having them all within your network. A similar scenario applies to hospitals worldwide as Patient satisfaction scores are relevant, but do not describe the thing they do in medicine.

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The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf as a Bronze Sponsor

The University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf is the largest hospital in Hamburg, incorporating 14 centers with 80 departments. The UKE has opened its ultramodern new building in January 2009 and thus combines tradition with state-of- the-art technology.

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Ayurvedic Capital of Kerala, India

I was fortunate to visit and find out that Trissur city, in Kerala (India), called God’s Own Country, is the Capital of Ayurveda in the truest sense. You will find dozens of Ayurvedic shops and also, ‘desi” medicinal shops in almost every roads and lanes.

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General Conception of the Intensive Multifactoirial Neurorehabilitation System

Neurologic Restoration arises from the evidence that the Nervous System has neuroplastic and regenerating properties. In compensation Nature chooses the alternative way to give the Nervous System the capacity for a superior repairment.

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Medical Tourism Magazine Released: International Firsts ~ Groundbreaking Medical Discoveries

Medical Tourism Magazine, official publication of the Medical Tourism Association is proud to present the launch of Issue 20. International Firsts ~ Groundbreaking Medical Discoveries, which takes readers on a journey of medical advances and procedures.