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Medical Travel Philippines….

Apr 2nd, 2008
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Health Tourism & Medical Travel 2008 : Convention & Exhibition 2008 Global Competency In The Gulf Region: Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei,india, Turkey, Belgium,Mexico And UAE
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: 14-16 October 2008,Malaysia and 25-27 November 2008, United Arab Emirates. This is the opportunity to discover the best healthcare destination set in a most dynamic Health Tourism and Medical Travel platform. The Organizer firmly believe that multinationals will reinvent the Health Tourism Event.
March 03, 2008 – Health & Medical Tourism 2008 : Convention & Exhibition 2008-Global Competency in the Gulf Region: Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei,India, Turkey, Belgium, Mexico and United Arab Emirates.

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Health Travel & Medical Tourism: Convention & Exhibition 2008 is a vehicle such as a Framework Convention on Global Health (FCGH) could powerfully improve global health governance. Health Travel & Medical Tourism: Convention & Exhibition 2008 could set achievable goals for global health spending; define areas of cost effective investment to meet basic survival needs; build sustainable health systems; and create incentives for scientific innovation for affordable treatments in Heart Health Travel(Coronary Angiography, Heart Surgery), Dental Tourism, Elderly Tourism, Sports Medicine, Cosmetic Treatment, Wellness Treatment (Spas and Health Resorts), Special Needs Medical Travel & Tourism (Rehabilitative medicine), Genetics disorders and Gene Therapy, Executive Spinal Fusion : A Multifaceted Holistic Approach, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda,Yoga etc. (more…)

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Call to invest in medical tourism to reap economic benefits later

Mar 13th, 2008
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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A solon urges the government to support the medical tourism potential of the country to reap its economic benefits.

Congressman Ruffy Biazon, the proponent of House Bill 49, is pushing for the creation of a Medical Tourism Bureau within the Department of Health (DOT) to formulate policies relative to the development of the industry, implement plans and programs, coordinate and supervise all activities of the government concerning health and wellness or medical tourism.

The legislative measure designates DOT to facilitate the simplification of procedures and regulations for the availment of medical services by foreign tourists, returning OFWs and other Filipinos from abroad. More importantly, it shall formulate standards for health and wellness-oriented establishments to ensure that facilities, personnel and services are maintained in accordance with local and international norms in operations of tourism-oriented establishments.

Biazon’s proposal aims to address the confusion in the functions of eleven government agencies that comprised the Philippine Medical Tourism Program created by EO 372 by different agencies pertinent to the PMTP in one office. (more…)

Philippines latest to join medical tourism bandwagon

Dec 25th, 2007
by naturegirl.
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Philippines is the latest country to join the world medical tourism destination. With pristine white beaches, lush vegetation, rolling hills and tempting volcanic mountains, the country of 7,100 islands certainly has travel appeal, but the real challenge is to offer world-class medical services at competitive prices.

During the International Medical Travel Conference held last month in Manila, the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that it is expecting to raise $40 billion from medical tourism by attracting 780 million patients. (more…)

Philippines enjoys ‘new wave’ of medical tourism

Dec 1st, 2007
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philippines medical tourismThe Philippines is experiencing a ‘new wave’ of travellers seeking medical treatment abroad, according to former health secretary Alfredo Bengzon.

Mr Bengzon told the Philippine Headline News that five per cent of admissions at the Medical City hospital in Pasig City are now visitors from foreign countries, with many holidaymakers seeking dental treatment or other medical services while in the Philippines.

The market is growing and current estimates place the number of foreigners visiting the nation for medical treatment at around 100,000. (more…)

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Philippines Hosts 2007 International Medical Travel Conference

Oct 13th, 2007
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The country’s top medical and wellness facilities and resort destinations take center stage as the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that it is organizing the 2nd International Medical Conference (IMTC 2007). The event will be held on November 19-23 at the Hotel Intercontinental Manila in Makati City.

According to Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano, “I am calling on local stakeholders in the medical tourism industry, such as hospitals, wellness resorts, and healthcare financing services, tour operators and transportation companies to participate in this event and take advantage of the opportunity to meet and network with their counterparts around the world.”

The four-day event aims to develop medical value travel and to be the catalyst for industry alliances among medical establishments, health benefits companies, insurance travel partners, government agencies and other related enterprises. IMTC 2007 is expected to draw in more than 250 trade participants from over 23 countries. (more…)

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Palawan is now listed as a high-end adventure travel destination

Aug 27th, 2007
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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palawan backpackers destinationPalawan has recently landed as one of the destination offerings of Mountain Travel Sobek and Wilderness Travel, two leading international tour operators that cater to discriminating, high-end adventure seekers. Kayaking and snorkeling in the Calamian Archipelago and equally stunning vistas in neighboring islands now stand alongside African safaris, Mt. Everest treks and other highly specialized tours to exotic destinations.
“The islands of Palawan have always been a favorite among diving enthusiasts and those looking for the perfect island getaway. Being on the list of these tour operators means that the industry can meet the expectations of more discerning travelers. We have what it takes to be in the map of top quality adventure destinations,” said Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano in a statement. (more…)

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