Safe Medical Travel Is a Global Priority— Here’s How to Protect Your Health and Your Money
Across the world, more people than ever are crossing borders for medical treatment — from cosmetic enhancements to life-saving surgeries. The appeal is clear: lower costs, shorter wait times, and access to cutting-edge treatments. But with opportunity comes risk.
The UK government recently partnered with TikTok to warn travelers about the dangers of unsafe treatment abroad. While the campaign targets British citizens, its message applies everywhere: the rise of online advertising and unverified providers has created a global challenge in medical tourism — one that no traveler can afford to ignore.
Awareness is the first step. The second is action. And that’s where Better by MTA comes in.
Why Medical Tourism Safety Is a Global Concern
For travelers from any country, the risks of unvetted medical tourism are alarmingly consistent:
- Unverified providers making unsubstantiated claims about their credentials
- Misinformation online leading patients to unsafe or substandard facilities
- Financial exposure from paying in advance without protection or recourse
- Language and cultural barriers that complicate care and follow-up
- Limited legal protections in the event of malpractice abroad
These issues can lead to poor medical outcomes, significant financial loss, and, in the worst cases, permanent harm. While governments are beginning to act — as the UK’s example shows — patients need more than guidelines. They need a global, vetted system that works everywhere.
The Better by MTA Solution
Better by MTA, in exclusive partnership with Mastercard, is the first platform built to make medical travel safe, transparent, and financially secure — for patients anywhere in the world.
Here’s how:
- A Global Network of Vetted Providers
Every provider on the platform passes a rigorous vetting process that includes accreditation verification, compliance checks, and global reputation review.
- Payment Protection Through Mastercard
All transactions are handled with the same protection you expect from top-tier travel booking platforms. Patients can pay with Mastercard, Visa, Amex, bank transfer, or over 40 other payment options — all backed by fraud prevention and refund safeguards.
- Transparent, Guaranteed Pricing
Patients receive clear, upfront quotes that are locked in before any payment is made, eliminating hidden fees and last-minute price changes.
- International Standards of Care
Better by MTA works exclusively with providers who meet — and often exceed — international healthcare quality benchmarks.
- End-to-End Journey Support
From the moment a patient begins researching their options to their safe return home, the platform offers guidance, resources, and local support.
A Platform Designed for Every Traveler
Whether you’re from the UK, the US, the Middle East, Asia, or Latin America, the risks of unsafe medical tourism are the same — and so is the solution. Better by MTA offers a single, trusted path to safe, high-quality, and fairly priced medical care abroad.
With global coverage, industry-leading vetting, and Mastercard-backed payment protection, the platform gives travelers the peace of mind that every detail of their journey is secure.
The World Is Moving Toward Safer Medical Tourism
The UK government’s TikTok campaign is one example of a growing global movement toward safer medical travel. As more countries raise awareness, the need for a truly international solution will only grow.
Better by MTA is that solution — a trusted, vetted platform that protects patients’ health and finances no matter where they travel.
Visit better.medicaltourism.com to explore accredited providers, compare treatment options, and start your safe medical journey today.
