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The largest private hospital in the region opened in Dubai yesterday as the emirate is vying to become the medical hub of the Middle East
Published: March 20, 2012
That the 300-bed Saudi German Hospital built at the cost of Dh400 million is a milestone in Dubai’s bid to attract “medical tourists”.
'Visa delays, checks hurt medical tourism'
Published: March 7, 2012
“Countries like Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia have woken up to the potential of medical tourism and are raising their numbers every year." India was lagging behind due to visa delays and excessive checking even at hospitals.
'Health tourism' could be big bucks for Guernsey
Published: March 2, 2012
An independent report says Guernsey could diversify its economy by promoting health tourism.
Atkins completes design of Oman Medical City - 29 February 2012
Published: February 29, 2012
Atkins has completed the masterplan of a new world-class health facility, The Medical City (TMC), in Salalah, Oman.
New push to bring overseas patients to South Florida
Published: February 22, 2012
roward and Palm Beach counties are becoming more common destinations for seriously ill patients from overseas who need sophisticated treatment that is unavailable or very expensive in their homelands.
Las Vegas could attract medical tourists
Published: February 20, 2012
Medical tourism is gaining popularity and some Las Vegas doctors and tourism officials believe Las Vegas has a lot to offer when it comes to attracting patients.
Medical Tourism: Oklahoma woman travels to India for inexpensive surgery
Published: February 15, 2012
It's a growing trend, Oklahomans jet setting to exotic locations such as Turkey, Mexico and Thailand - not for a vacation, but for surgery.
Committee to regulate distribution of Libyan patients
Published: February 14, 2012
A committee of representatives from different branches of the health sector will be formed soon to regulate the distribution of Libyan patients to the Kingdom's hospitals, a senior government official said on Sunday.
AMG to build medical tourism complex in Oman
Published: February 10, 2012
Apex Medical Group (AMG), part of leading Saudi group Al Joaib Holding, has entered into an agreement with Oman government authorities to develop an integrated medical tourism complex in the city of Salalah.
Maldives crisis triggers tourist cancellations
Published: February 8, 2012
ANXIOUS travellers have cancelled their Maldives holiday plans following the dramatic resignation of the nation's president, Mohamed Nasheed, in the wake of opposition-led street protests.
Arab Health- Healthcare In Middle East
Published: February 6, 2012
The healthcare sector is one of the most booming industries of the Middle East. The sector has undergone huge development in the past years. The industry contributes hugely towards the economy of a country.
ProgenCell continues to improve quality of life
Published: February 2, 2012
ProgenCell, a leading Stem Cell Therapy Center located in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, offers a variety of stem cell treatments and therapies for neurological diseases, including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, joint diseases such as arthritis, and meta
Bogota to construct massive medical tourism center
Published: January 31, 2012
Bogota will construct a medical tourism center at a cost of $19 million, reported economic paper Portfolio Monday
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi to open next year
Published: January 30, 2012
Mubadala Healthcare, a unit of Mubadala Development, yesterday announced Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, a facility being built on Sowwah Island, will open its doors to patients in the fourth quarter of next year.
GE Healthcare signs agreement with Gardens Hospital in Jordan to supply advanced healthcare equipment
Published: January 26, 2012
GE Healthcare, the healthcare business of GE, announced the signing of an agreement with Gardens Hospital in Jordan to supply advanced diagnostic and healthcare equipment.
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