Should you consider cosmetic surgery abroad? |
| 5/2/2008 10:58:07 AM |
Medical tourism has been filled with controversy and continuing interest. Medical tourism is the outsourcing of healthcare services. What typically comes to mind when a medical tourism is mentioned is the cosmetic surgery.
Plastic surgery is an increasingly popular procedure in the states. However, plastic surgery is also a costly procedure. Since... Read More |
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Go Overseas for Necessary Medical Travel and Save a Great Deal of Money |
| 4/21/2008 8:54:17 AM |
 Many of us believe that medical tourism is just for optional procedures, like cosmetic surgery, but it can be for life saving procedures as well, at a fraction of the cost of what US residents pay at home. I just read a touching story about a person who had to have hip surgery done to relieve severe pain, and he did not have health insurance. He... Read More |
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Combine a Vacation and Cosmetic Surgery Abroad |
| 4/11/2008 8:45:57 AM |
 If you have been thinking about getting cosmetic surgery, you probably realize it carries a pretty hefty price tag. However, now you can combine cosmetic surgery abroad with a vacation and actually save money over the cost of cosmetic surgery in the states. There are many clinics where you can get these procedures done by US trained physicians and... Read More |
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Cosmetic Surgery Has Increased In Popularity |
| 4/1/2008 7:06:37 AM |
| In this day and age it seems that plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery have really taken a jump in popularity. Many of the older generation are not taking to aging very gracefully and have turned to cosmetic surgery for help in slowing down the appearance of accumulating years. But it is not only the older generation that is seeking out the... Read More |
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The Pros and Cons of Cosmetic Surgery Abroad |
| 3/24/2008 10:05:41 AM |
 As with everything else in life, there are advantages and disadvantages to having comsetic surgery abroad. Let’s start with the disadvantages. The worst aspect to having cosmetic surgery abroad is the element of risk. No surgical procedure, whether performed in the United States or overseas, is 100% risk free. Another disadvantage is the absence of... Read More |
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British People Opting for Cosmetic Surgery Abroad |
| 3/12/2008 10:34:58 AM |
 People like Michael Moore sing the praises of socialized medical care. In his documentary Sicko, Moore extolled the virtues of the British National Health Service. Since I come from Britain, I know the reality of socialized medicine. It’s not as awesome as Michael Moore would have Americans believe. The waiting lists for surgery are outrageous and... Read More |
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Cosmetic Surgery Savings Are Big out of the US |
| 2/21/2008 8:39:34 AM |
 Medical tourism is a term not heard 10 years ago, but with the huge increase in medical costs in the US, more and more people are opting to go out of the country for plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery, where the rates are so much lower. The procedures are so much less expensive, and the total out of pocket, including air travel and hotels, will be... Read More |
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The number if people going abroad to have their cosmetic surgery is increasing. |
| 2/11/2008 12:37:55 AM |
The number of people planning a vacation around a surgical procedure is increasing. This allows them to go under the knife and heal in some pretty beautiful surroundings. There are a number of specialized resorts popping up to fill the demand of jet-setting clients who want to have a luxurious and exciting location for their cosmetic surgery. The... Read More |
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Bioplasty Panama and Medical Tourism. |
| 1/21/2008 11:55:31 AM |
Dr. Guido Spadafora today announced to www.nipandtuckpanama.com
that he would be introducing Bioplasty as part of his Panama clinics port folio .
Dr
Spadafora said that the procedure will be popular based on studies found in other
countries like Brazil.
Due to the factthat it does not make use of cuts, it doesn't need
great anesthesia; it allows the... Read More |
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Plastic Surgery in Panama |
| 1/18/2008 12:03:37 PM |
 Medical tourism is getting to be a big business as medical costs have risen in the United States by quite a bit, and people who want or need surgery that is elective, or their insurance carrier won't cover the cost. Going to countries where the cost of medical care is lower makes sense because one can combine a procedure with a vacation. Plastic... Read More
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