Medication combined with tourism has come into effect, from which the concept of medical tourism has been derived. Millions of patients from around the globe flock to some of the hottest medical tourism destinations, in order to receive the best treatment at affordable prices. Medical tourism is popular for complex surgeries including joint replacement (knee/hip), cardiac surgery, dental surgery and cosmetic surgeries. However, virtually every type of healthcare, including psychiatry, and alternative treatments form the part of the concept.

Ease and affordability of international travel, favorable currency exchange rates in the global economy, rapidly improving technology and high standards of medical care in the developing countries have contributed to the increasing popularity of medical tourism. Not just this, medical tourism has now reduced the long wait for critical treatments, a major setback faced by the patients in various affluent nations.

Medical tourism provides the patient opportunity to explore a new whole world full of excitement and fun. One can relax and rejuvenate at the most popular holiday destinations. The charm of the concept lies in a mixture of sophistication, style and a relaxed atmosphere.

Countries that have been actively promoting medical tourism include India, Cuba, Costa Rica, Hungary, Israel, Jordan, Lithuania, Malaysia and Thailand. Belgium, Poland and Singapore have also stepped into the field with the best of medical facilities.