Advocating Medical Tourism and Healthcare in Global Health Market Places: Promoting Sustainability and Technological Advancements

Abstract

Medical tourism has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by providing patients with access to high-quality, affordable treatments while boosting local economies. However, to ensure its long-term viability, it is essential to promote sustainability and harness technological advancements. The achieving of sustainability in medical tourism entails striking a balance between providing for the medical requirements of patients from across the world and maintaining the integrity of regional healthcare systems. This phenomenon, which involves traveling across international borders to receive medical care, is driven by factors such as cost savings, access to advanced medical technologies, and shorter waiting times. However, as medical tourism continues to grow, there is a pressing need to ensure its sustainability and leverage technological advancements to enhance patient care and outcomes. This chapter comprehensively explore the diverse aspects of Advocating Medical Tourism and Healthcare in Global Health Market Places: Promoting Sustainability and Technological Advancements.