India - A Medical Travel Guide

India _ Medical Tourism

One of the world’s fastest growing economies, India, is set to take a considerable bite out of the world’s Medical Tourism marketplace. 2004 saw 150,000 foreigners visit India’s medical facilities* and figures are expected to grow by over 15% annually. Amidst cities that have stood for thousands of years, gleaming modern facilities continue the traditions of one of the world’s longest established centres of medical excellence.

Leading techniques

India surgeons first developed the techniques of plastic surgery in the 6th Century BC. Following that amazing success it is no surprise that India pioneers some of the 21st centuries most advanced medical practices. Mitral value repair procedures, ignored initially in America as too difficult to successfully complete, were perfected by Indian specialists: Their work convincing the American Heart Association* to promote the procedure to its members.

Trusted standards

Hospitals in India have adopted several strategies to ensure standards achieved are at the highest levels. Some, such as the Apollo hospitals group have opted for Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation  - becoming in the process the world’s first facility to gain the additional Acute Stroke Program JCI accreditation. Escorts Heart Institute in New Delhi has opted for the international ISO9001 standard to guide its pursuit of ever-higher standards. Featured in a Washington Post article† the Institute has helped introduce advanced cardiac-procedures and is currently pioneering videoscopic, robotic techniques that can significantly improve recovery rates in hearth disease cases.

A wealth of technologies

Western nations are becoming increasingly aware of India’s technological prowess. The size of India’s internal market has profound implications for the future of Medical travel in India. Unlike local competitors India has the manufacturing capabilities to supply its own medical technologies and pharmaceutical needs. Not only does this insulate India from increasing costs in the global market, but it also ensures that the growing health sector benefits the wider economy.

Make an informed decision

With RevaHealth.com you can start your search for a better quality of health care. Choosing from our providers in the subcontinent is as easy as picking your procedure and pricing preferences. Clear search results will help you make the right decision about the best facilities for your care.

 * Confederation of Indian Industry – Report in conjunction with McKinsey Consulting.
**American Heart Association - Journal Report 07/17/2006
 † Washington Post Thursday, October 21, 2004