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A Message from Speaker Karen Timmons, Former CEO of JCI

It is with great anticipation that I look forward to participating in the fast approaching 4th WMT & GHC. The cataclysmic economic tsunami impacting patients, employers, employees, insurers and governments worldwide.

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Almater Hospital Secures Bronze Sponsorship for the 2011 Medical Tourism Congress

The MTA is proud to announce Almater Hospital as a Bonze sponsor for the 4th WMT & Global Healthcare Congress held Oct. Almater Hospital is a medical institution in constant search of excellence, aiming all their efforts to the satisfaction of the surgery methods.

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Bernard Merkel Set To Speak On Cross Boarder Legislation

The Medical Tourism Association in conjunction with the Medical Tourism Magazine is proud to announce Bernard Merkel as a panel member. Head of the Food Safety, Health and Consumer Affairs section of the Delegation of European Union/Commission will be speaking.

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Cleveland Clinic's Bill Ruschhaupt Set to Speak on Inbound Medical Tourism

Bill Ruschhaupt, Chair of Global Patient Services, Cleveland Clinic will be discussing how patients traveling within the U.S. For healthcare treatment help stimulate the economy of the community in which the healthcare facility is located.

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand Secures a Silver Sponsorship at the Medical Tourism Congress

The MTA in conjunction with the Medical Tourism Magazine is proud to announce the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) as a silver sponsor. TAT supplies information and data on tourist areas to the public, publicizes Thailand.

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Eastman to Exhibit at the 2nd Healthcare Development Conference

The Healthcare Development Magazine is proud to announce Eastman Chemical Company as an exhibitor. Eastman Chemical Company is an inherently sustainable company and they operate an integrated business, where products and byproducts are used.

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Webinar - 4th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

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The 2011 Medical Tourism Congress Participant List Released

The 4th World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress is the largest medical tourism event in the world. Network with the leading insurance companies, employers, hospitals, medical tourism facilitators and other key industry players.

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Why Chicagoland??

Why the Medical Tourism Association chose Chigago, IL as the destination for the 4th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress? Check out some of these fun facts about the area that got us so excited to showcase the world’s largest Medical Tourism event in Chicagoland!

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Medical Tourism Congress Announces Lufthansa as a Bronze Sponsor

The MTA in conjunction with the Medical Tourism Magazine is pleased to announce Deutsche Lufthansa AG as a Bronze Sponsor. The Group operates in five business segments, each dedicated to high quality standards.

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The 2nd Annual Global Benefits Conference Announces Vetted International as Silver Sponsor

Vetted International, Ltd. is a veteran owned business that uses a global network of integrity driven local national professionals. Vetted has a long standing tradition of providing customer mission focused investigation, medical and technical support services.

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WMT&GHC Announces Squire, Sanders & Dempsey as a Silver Sponsor

Founded in 1890, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey offers one of the strongest integrated global legal platforms. Our global health care practice counsels clients throughout the industry on key issues affecting their business and works with our hospitality practice.

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Medical Tourism Congress Networking Software Now Open

The World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress released their new and improved Networking software for this year’s event. In less than 24-hours after it’s release over 250 attendees of the conference signed on and started Networking.

Editorial

The 4th World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress

The 4th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress will open its doors to all key players in the healthcare industry. With a special focus on bringing buyers of healthcare from different parts of the world the 4th edition promises to provide the perfect platform.

Destination Spotlight

Medical Tourism ~ The Indian Angle

Mohan is amongst the thousands of software professionals in USA which have their origins from India. With changing trends in healthcare and growing service industry, Mohan avails the joint benefits of leisure, home visit and availing medical facilities together.

Economics & Investments

Rob a Bank for Healthcare- The Only Option in 2011?

I think as individuals, many of us who are involved in the healthcare and health insurance industry forget about the people who don’t have or can’t afford health insurance. We forget to put ourselves in their shoes, to feel their fears, pain and desperation.

Technology & Innovation

Current Trends in Esthetic Surgery

Esthetic surgery such as plastic surgery has evolved in the last decade regarding surgical techniques and new technologies. Due to the rise in number of non-invasive and mini-invasive procedures, patients now demand optimal results.

Editorial

Effect of Weight Loss Surgery on Metabolic Disorders in the Obese and Non-Obese

Over the last 60 years there has been an impressive change in the human environment, behaviors and lifestyle. These changes have resulted in an increase in both, Type 2 Diabetes and macrovascular disease like heart attack and stroke.

Accreditation & Certification

"Coordinated Care: What Hospitals Around the Globe Can Learn from the Experience of US Hospitals"

Healthcare in the United States, and in many other places around the globe, is living a watershed moment. This trend describes the increase pressure by payers for healthcare providers to show better clinical outcomes efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Accreditation & Certification

Food Service Meet Your New Patron the Medical Traveler

The boom in medical tourism has increased the need for hospitality staff training and education, the food service facet is no exception. Restaurants and hotel food and beverage operations are already seeing the demand for healthy menu options.