Medical Tourism Race--india a favourite choice.

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India has emerged second in the world in the Medical Tourism race.A two-year study by health care researchers of deloitte revealed there's always been an inflow of patients from neighbouring countries and West Asia ,but now there,s a significant rise in patients from US,UK and Europe.Cheaper treatment is huge attraction and,during recession,that's a big fact.but other factors,too,have contributed to the growth of medical tourism in India .Indian clinical and paramedical telnet is globally appreciated and with JCI accreditatrion of some hospitals ,international standard is proven.Third party intervention through health insurance has also given it a boost. India focuses on cardiac,neurological or orthopaedic.Another significant factor long patient waiting list,especially in UK and Europe.Treatment cost is lowest in India-----20% of the average cost in curred in US. Medical tourism showcases the potential of Indian health care sector to the world which dreaded India for the incidence of AIDS, tuberculosis,cancer,malaria and diabetes.