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What are the merits and demerits of health tourism?

Answer:
rdfghefMerits:
  • Low cost treatments
  • All inclusive packages available
  • Doctors meet international standards
  • Advanced facilities & technology
  • No waiting lists
  • Recovery in a stress free, vacation environment
  • Discretion (depending on treatment ie:cosmetic procedures) among family and friends
  • Vacation
  • indian medical care grows globaly



Demerits:
  • May be intimidating
  • Follow up arrangements must be considered in advance
  • Need to research to ensure you are choosing the right hospital & doctors for you
  • May inconvenience family or friend who will escort/assist you in recovery
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