Medical tourism

  • Health8 things you need to prepare before a vasectomy in Thailand

    8 things you need to prepare before a vasectomy in Thailand

    A vasectomy is an effective form of permanent birth control without any excessive risks. It’s a safe and straightforward procedure. However, like many other surgical procedures, the anticipation of getting a vasectomy can be stressful for some men, especially when they’re doing it abroad. Once you’ve decided to move forward and do the procedure in Thailand, there are several things…

  • HealthTop 5 ways to say goodbye to hair loss in Bangkok

    Top 5 ways to say goodbye to hair loss in Bangkok

    Ageing, genetics, health conditions, and trauma to the scalp can all cause hair loss and thinning hair. For some people, losing their hair can feel frustrating. It can affect their self-esteem and make them feel insecure. That’s why many people who experience hair loss choose to fly to Bangkok in hopes of bringing back the beautiful hair on their heads.…

  • Health5 things you need to know before having IVF treatment in Thailand

    5 things you need to know before having IVF treatment in Thailand

    In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an expensive fertility treatment that can put many couples in debt. And with a low global success rate of under 50%, getting the procedure can be a difficult decision. That’s why a lot of people choose to undergo the procedure in Thailand to save up more money. But besides the lower costs of treatments, Thailand…

  • Thailand video newsThe Future of Medical Tourism in Thailand | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 91

    The Future of Medical Tourism in Thailand | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 91

    Jay, Mike and Waan go live to discuss the Thai health care system and a little look into the future of medical tourism.

  • Tourism NewsThai health officials propose flights from the Middle East for medical tourists

    Thai health officials propose flights from the Middle East for medical tourists

    Public health officials are discussing scheduling flights from the Middle East for medical tourists seeking treatment in Thailand. Deputy Public Health Minister Sathit Pitutecha says the move to bring foreign patients, who are free of Covid-19, to the country’s hospitals could “potentially boost Thailand’s economic growth during the Covid-19 pandemic.” There are about 10,000 people around the world who seek medical…

  • Covid-19 NewsMore Thai airports to be prepared for the arrival of medical tourists

    More Thai airports to be prepared for the arrival of medical tourists

    “Currently 1,123 foreigners in specially-prepared hospital quarantine facilities.” A committee of the Department of Health Service Support, working to bring in international medical tourists at this time and develop Thailand into an international medical hub, has given initial approval to for the opening of 4 more airports, outside of Bangkok, for the arrival of medical tourists. The director general of…

  • Covid-19 NewsFlights into Thailand – “It’s an indefinite ban”

    Flights into Thailand – “It’s an indefinite ban”

    A ban on international scheduled flights into Thailand remains in force “while the pandemic situation remains critical in many countries.” “It’s an indefinite ban.” This was further confirmation from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand yesterday in response to clarification of the country’s ban on allowing foreign tourists back into Thailand. CAAT director Chula Sukmanop and the Centre for Covid-19 Situation…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket to get 3 billion baht medical tourism hub

    Phuket to get 3 billion baht medical tourism hub

    Plans are underway for a 3 billion baht medical hub on the island of Phuket, set over 140 rai near Mai Khao beach, just north of the airport. A report in Nation Thailand says the plan has been confirmed by the Director of Vachira Hospital, Dr. Chalermpong Sukontapol. He says that as a result of the downturn in tourism due…

  • Covid-19 NewsOpen letter to Thai government “We want to come back to Thailand”

    Open letter to Thai government “We want to come back to Thailand”

    There are many foreigners who are desperately trying to get back into Thailand to attend to urgent matters, or simply get back together with their Thai families. Many others have simply made Thailand their home for an extended time and have gone through all the legal hoops required by Thai Immigration only to find themselves locked out. The Thaiger is…

  • Covid-19 NewsUp to 1,000 foreigners per day with smart phone tracking – plan to open Thailand up to foreigners

    Up to 1,000 foreigners per day with smart phone tracking – plan to open Thailand up to foreigners

    If approved by authorities, foreigners from low-risk countries will be allowed to enter the country and travel in so-called “travel bubbles” without going through the 14 day quarantine period. They’ll be tracked through a smart phone application to make sure they stay in their “bubble.” The plan is being prepared for an approval from the Centre of Covid-19 Situation Administration…

  • Covid-19 NewsBangkok’s largest international hospital hurts from halt in medical tourism

    Bangkok’s largest international hospital hurts from halt in medical tourism

    The coronavirus outbreak has hospitals across the world at their limits, but at one Thailand’s largest and most famous hospitals, the number of patients has been cut in half. Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok heavily relies on medical tourism. Since the pandemic has ground much of international travel to a halt, Bumrungrad is getting hit hard. 50% of the patients at…

  • Tourism NewsChinese medical tourism on the rise in Thailand

    Chinese medical tourism on the rise in Thailand

    FILE PHOTO Despite Thailand’s current sluggish tourism intake, along with a strong baht, Chinese medical tourism continues to grow. From rhinoplasty to liposuction, eye-surgery to heart bypasses, Thailand’s reputation for affordable and reputable cosmetic surgery, and specialty clinics, draws tourists from all over the world. As of 2019, with 64 accredited hospitals, Thailand is currently among the top 10 medical…

  • Thai LifeSex Reassignment Surgery in Thailand (male to female) – a quick guide

    Sex Reassignment Surgery in Thailand (male to female) – a quick guide

    MONTAGE: People Magazine Thailand has a well-deserved reputation for excellence in sex reassignment surgery and the before and after care of patients. The country has a long relationship with Kathoeys, affectionately referred to in Thailand as ‘ladyboys’, and consequently, a well-developed approach to quality surgery in this area. The following article has been prepared by My Medi Travel. Kathoey or…

  • HealthYour ultimate guide to Sex Reassignment Surgery in Thailand (male to female)

    Your ultimate guide to Sex Reassignment Surgery in Thailand (male to female)

    For those who want to match their physical gender with what they feel is their true gender, Thailand is the place for Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) – also known as Gender Reassignment Surgery, Sex Change Operation, and MtF Surgery, to name a few. So, what makes Thailand such an attractive destination for this type of procedure? In short, it’s because…

  • HealthTop 5 reasons why Aussies choose medical tourism in Thailand

    Top 5 reasons why Aussies choose medical tourism in Thailand

    “With more than 15,000 Aussies travelling to Thailand each year for medical tourism, the country is a burgeoning market for cosmetic procedures. There are numerous Thai doctors who already have more than a 90% Australian client base. The landscape is certainly changing when it comes to price, surgical quality, convenience and post-recuperation.” Darren Lyons from medical information site MyMediTravel has…

  • HealthYour Top Tips for Breast Augmentation in Bangkok

    Your Top Tips for Breast Augmentation in Bangkok

    In recent years, Bangkok has become a hub for cosmetic tourism. Many women are traveling to the City to get naturally-shaped breasts to enhance their appearance without burdening themselves with debt. You might be wondering whether it’s safe to undergo a breast augmentation in this city. But don’t worry, you can have peace of mind because the quality of the…

  • Health“Medical tourism is not making care for Thais more expensive”

    “Medical tourism is not making care for Thais more expensive”

    The Health Service Support Department is dismissing claims that Thai patients are having to pay more for medical treatments due to the government’s Medical Tourism Policy. HSSD director general Dr Nattawuth Prasertsiripong insist measures have been put in place to control prices charged at private and government hospitals. “Medical tourism does not affect the price that Thais have to pay.”…

  • Thai LifeMummy makeovers rising trend in medical tourism market

    Mummy makeovers rising trend in medical tourism market

    Mummy makeovers in Thailand? You may not have heard about this phenomenon but it’s a real thing in the medical tourism market. Thanks to Thailand’s burgeoning medical tourism sector, more and more women are going under the knife to regain their pre-pregnancy stomach. Opting for lavish trips to South East Asia, female patients are travelling to Thailand for numerous treatments…

  • Bangkok NewsPlastic surgery furore and first transgender contestant at Miss Universe in Bangkok

    Plastic surgery furore and first transgender contestant at Miss Universe in Bangkok

    PHOTO: Spain’s Angela Ponce becomes first trans woman to compete for Miss Universe After the beauty dust has settled and the glitter is wiped away, it seems all is not well with the latest Miss Universe Pageant. Taking place in Bangkok recently, new revelations have surfaced surrounding one of its entrants and, notably, her plastic surgeon. Aesthetic and rhinoplasty surgeon,…

  • Health2019: It’s all about you

    2019: It’s all about you

    2019 comes with all sorts of expectations – a new beginning, a renaissance, a rebirth. You may be looking ahead for individual tweaks and improvements or perhaps you want to change something altogether. From cutting out chocolate to saturated fats, many will look at altering their figure. Thanks to numerous technological advancements and greater accessibility to overseas travel, you may…