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Foreign doctors get green light as Cyprus embraces medical tourism

Posted on September 12, 2013 | Comments Off on Foreign doctors get green light as Cyprus embraces medical tourism
Cyprus is hoping to lure tourists interested in affordable medical care

Cyprus is hoping to lure tourists interested in affordable medical care

Cyprus is hoping to lure tourists interested in affordable medical care and modern facilities as the island attempts to position itself as a hot-spot for foreign patients seeking procedures.

Last night the Ministry of Health granted temporary licenses to doctors from third countries who are interested in providing treatments and performing operations to foreign patients in Cyprus, provided that these medical treatments are not practiced by Cypriot doctors.

Deputy Government Spokesman Victoras Papadopoulos said that the Council of Ministers were informed about this decision, which has been taken in the framework of efforts to promote medical tourism in Cyprus.

He noted that licenses will be issued as long a certain preconditions set by the Medical Council are met.

Papadopoulos said that the Health Ministry and Cyprus Medical Association would have a constant cooperation so that Cypriot doctors can benefit from this plan, through their further training in operations and medical practices, which are not provided in Cyprus.

In June the Cyprus Tourism Organization and Cyprus Medical Association announced they were joining forces in order to promote the island as a medical tourist destination.

The CTO have said that medical tourism will improve Cyprus’ tourist product and will increase tourist arrivals.

source: http://www.famagusta-gazette.com / Famagusta Gazette /  News from Cyprus / Wednesday – September 04th, 2013

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Medical tourism forum opens in Taipei

Posted on September 11, 2013

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The International Medical Tourism Forum opened Aug. 6 in Taipei City, underscoring the strength of the local sector and wealth of opportunities stemming from expanded cross-strait economic exchanges. Organized by Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), the daylong gathering attracted … Continue reading →

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Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council anchors itself in Hong Kong

Posted on September 9, 2013 | Comments Off on Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council anchors itself in Hong Kong

Hong Kong (HKSAR) :

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) regional office in Hong Kong opened recently, bringing to three the number of Asian offices of the Malaysian Government-funded body.

The Chief Executive Officer of the MHTC, Dr Mary Wong, said that Hong Kong was chosen as a regional office location not just because of its close proximity and ties to the Mainland but also because of its central location in the region and its status as a financial centre.

“We can do a lot from Hong Kong, like in terms of networking with Mainland hospitals for referral of patients and promoting our presence to both industry and patient groups,” Dr Wong said.

The number of visitors travelling from China (including Hong Kong) to Malaysia for medical treatment has doubled from 7 500 in 2010 to over 15 000 in 2012. Dr Wong sees the MHTC Hong Kong office as key to lifting this number to over 50 000 in three to five years.

She said that Malaysia is particularly favoured for treatments related to cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics, in vitro fertilisation, electron beam tomography and other treatments, and added that 11 new hospitals are being built in the country, making it a reliable choice for overseas patients seeking quality healthcare.

The MHTC office is located within the Malaysia Building in Wan Chai, providing a convenient resource and one-stop service centre for the industry and patients who want to know more about medical travel to the country.

The Director-General of Investment Promotion, Mr Simon Galpin, congratulated the MHTC on its opening in Hong Kong.

He said, “Hong Kong and Malaysia are both leading medical centres in the region. Given the close relationship of the medical professions in Hong Kong and the Mainland, by setting up here the MHTC is in a good position to extend its reach into China from our city.”

source: http://www.7thspace.com / 7th Space.com / Home / August 29th, 2013

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Thailand’s Fabulous 40+ Photo Contest Looking for Ladies: Fit, Fabulous, and 40+

Posted on September 8, 2013 | Comments Off on Thailand’s Fabulous 40+ Photo Contest Looking for Ladies: Fit, Fabulous, and 40+

BANGKOK :

As part of its international “Find Your Fabulous” wellness and medical tourism campaign, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling a friendly global competition intended to salute ladies who are still fit and fabulous after their 40th birthdays.

The Fabulous 40+ Photo Contest invites women from around the world to submit images showing off their fabulous form, and the contestant showing the most youthful, age-defying appearance will be rewarded with an exclusive 3-day Find Your Fabulous trip to Bangkok.

For 40+ foxes fixing to put their likenesses proudly on display, the excitement begins on Facebook. Candidates become fans of ThailandMedTourism and the Find Your Fabulouscampaign; then, they submit their most fabulous photos – with their name, age range (40+, 45+, 50+), current location, and a photo description. Submissions should show the fresh face and figure, confidence, poise, and charisma that defines the modern, fabulous woman today in her 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.

The winners of the Fabulous 40+ Photo Contest will be determined by the number of “votes.” The one with the most votes will be the winner, followed by the first and second runners-up respectively. The winner will receive a 3-day/2-night exclusive health and beauty package for herself and one friend.

In addition to a full medical checkup, dermatology treatments, and a spa package, the grand prize also includes two roundtrip air tickets and a deluxe 2-night stay at the stylish 5-star Sofitel So Bangkok, with daily breakfast. The first runner-up will receive the health & wellness packages for two as well as accommodation, while the second runner-up will receive the health and wellness packages for herself and a friend. All the awards – 3 awards for 2 persons each – bring the total value of the prizes to over USD $30,000.

The contest runs between now and the 30th of September, 2013, with the winners’ announcement via Facebook scheduled for the 3rd of October. Awards are redeemable between the 15th of October and the 15th of December, 2013.

The TAT hopes that the Fabulous 40+ Photo Contest will further illuminate Thailand’sthriving medical and wellness industry and the wealth of top-quality, convenient, and affordable aesthetic treatments on offer for international tourists of all shapes and sizes.

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/thailandmedtourismfanpage

For media information, please contact findyourfabulous@thailandmedtourism.com or Tel +6688 640 2910.

source: http://www.sys-com.com / Sys-Con Media / by PR Newswire / source: Tourism Authority of Thailand / August 28th, 2013

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Medical Concierge Tourism International (MCT) Announces New Website for Companies and Municipalities Seeking Medical Cost Containment Options in Health and Dental Care

Posted on September 6, 2013

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Medical Concierge Tourism International is a Medical Cost Containment company serving companies, municipalities, unions and their members to control costs while providing world class dental and medical care. MCT announces their new website to handle corporate and individual accounts. The Medical … Continue reading →

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