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Economics & Investments

An Insurance Industry Check-up for the Medical Tourism Industry

The average person visits the doctor several times annually to maintain health and prevent illness. The medical tourism industry is booming but with growth comes increased risks and potential for loss if the unexpected occurs during a clients trip.

Destination Spotlight

Ensuring Overseas Quality for Medical Travelers The Case for Costa Rica

Mr. Smith is a top executive at INTEL Corporation, he travelled to Costa Rica for a meeting with local directors at INTEL Costa Rica plant. High standards of services wherever you are in Asia America or Europe whether in downtown or in a tourist area.

Destination Spotlight

Mexico City A Global Cultural Destination

Established nearly 700 years ago Mexico City is one of the worlds great urban centers. It has been home to indigenous populations and Spanish colonial rule and is today a modern cosmopolitan and diverse city of 10 million residents.

Economics & Investments

A Case Study in Online Marketing ~ Barbados Fertility Centre

The Barbados Fertility Centre (BFC) is one of many providers of fertility services seeking to distinguish itself on a global stage. BFC had a great story to tell it just needed an effective way to reach and engage its target audiences.

Destination Spotlight

A Unique Approach to International Patient Care

Medica Sur is an internationally recognized health institution comprised of diagnostics medical attention research. The institution has brought together a select group of medical nursing administrative and hospital management professionals.

Industry News

The World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Releases Congress Brochure

The World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress has official released the 3rd Annual Congress Brochure. The World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Brochure is available for download here: www.medicaltourismcongress.com.

Industry News

Israel Tourism Board: Bronze Sponsor at MTA Conference

Israel is a country where the medical landscape is continually changing, with never ending stream of research, innovation. Israel's reputation as a center for specialized medical treatment is well established, and many patients worldwide are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits.

Industry News

Attendee List Released~ World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

Below find the most up to date company list as of August 11th 2010 for the 3nd Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, taking place in Los Angeles September 22nd-24th 2010. (www.medicaltourismcongress.com)

Industry News

Fundacin Exportar Argentina: Silver Sponsor MTA conf

The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Fundacin Exportar Argentina as a Silver Sponsor. Fundacin Exportar is a mixed institution comprising both the public and private sectors to assist the business community.

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World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Releases Sponorship Guide and Networking Software

The World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress has released an updated Sponsorship Guide. The Exhibitor Sponsorship has been officially Sold Out and the Exhibit Hall is filling up rapidly.

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Register Now~ Highlights and Updates for the upcoming Medical Tourism Conference Webinar

There is still time to register for the webinar Highlights and Updates for the upcoming Medical Tourism Conference. This webinar will discuss the upcoming 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress, providing updates on speakers, sponsors and agenda topics.

Industry News

Deloitte Survey: One in Five Americans Skip Medical Care When Sick or Injured; Cost is a Major Factor

In a recent survey conducted by the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions, alternate care options seem to be increasing. As unemployment rates continue to rise, one in five Americans chose not to seek medical care for recent illnesses or injuries.

Industry News

MTA Releases a Healthcare Reform White Paper

The Medical Tourism Association has released an educational White Paper on Healthcare Reform, detailing what positive and negative effects healthcare reform is expected to have on both inbound, outbound and domestic medical tourism.

Industry News

US Hospitals to Discuss Inbound and Domestic Medical Tourism at Los Angeles Conference in September

Medical Tourism is a multibillion dollar industry with millions of patients traveling each year to different countries or regions. One of the most overlooked aspects of medical tourism is domestic medical tourism, often referred to as regional medical tourism.

Industry News

Health Tourism Magazine Releases Health & Wellness Podcast with Camille Hoheb, Advisory Board Member of Health Tourism Magazine

Camille Hoheb speaks to the Health Tourism Magazine regarding the creation of a Spa and Wellness Tract. MTA has created a six-session tract specifically designed to help bridge the gap between traditional healthcare and wellness.

Industry News

A word from the CEO of the Medical Tourism Association

The WMT & GHC continues to dominate as the forum to attend in the process of education and social networking. Attending will help bring legitimacy in ones profession within Medical Tourism and can catapult ones understanding and credibility at the same time.

Industry News

Medical Tourism City Brings Over a Thousand Net-Socialists Together

Medical Tourism City, the Largest Medical Tourism Social Network, announces that it has over 1,000 members from over 40 countries. The members of Medical Tourism City include international insurance companies, health insurance agents.

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Medical Tourism Association Announces Strategic Initiatives for much awaiting Global Healthcare & Medical Tourism Congress 2010

The Medical Tourism Association, known for setting trends in the industry, announces new strategic initiatives under the theme. Progress in motion for global healthcare stakeholders, allowing them to discover & learn about intense topics of medical tourism.

Industry News

Florida-Based Facilitator Sues Former Senior Executive

Worldwide Medical Partner a medical tourism facilitator in Florida, has filed a temporary injunction against a suspended staff member. Gitchev, formerly an executive director of WMP is alleged to have diverted business and revenue away from his employer to a side company.

Industry News

Yet Another Slam Against Healthcare Reform...

According to the article, the National Federation of Independent Businesses states it would be a crippling burden for small business. The Taxpayer Advocate agrees that the new reporting scheme could have distortionary effects on taxpayer behavior.