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Medical Tourism.

As reported on the the "60 Minutes" TV show, the high cost of malpractice insurance, combined with the bureaucratic costs of health insurance and medicare, continue to force US citizens to seek alternative healthcare solutions. In the US, per person costs for healthcare increased 81% from 1997 to 2007. The national healthcare systems in Canada and the UK have a different set of problems: technology lag, rationing of services and lengthy wait times for elective procedures.These issues are forcing many patients to outsource their medical care. The medical tourism industry is an attractive alternative when superior, medical standards and affordability are the main priorities.

Risk vs Reward.

The probability of winning a malpractice suit in Thailand is low and awards are small by US standards. This is the main reason costs here are so affordable. This is also why the selection of a physician is so critical in every case. FMT can assist you with this important step to obtain an experienced, board-certified, English-speaking physician.

Are you one of the millions now uninsured and personally responsible for your healthcare costs? Have you been denied coverage due to a pre-existing condition? Did you elect the standard plan insurance and now need premium plan surgery? Have you been declined coverage for "other" reasons? Are you unwilling or unable to wait eight months for elective surgery under the UK and Canadian healthcare systems? Have you lost your smile because your dental plan only covers cleanings and fillings? If you are in one of these categories, or just want affordable, elective surgery, you should consider a medical tour to Bangkok, Thailand.

Testamonial:

"Freeland Tours delivers exceptional service for a set, low fee. I travelled to Bangkok for medical and dental issues and Freeland helped me find the top quality, state of the art services I desired at the best prices available. I highly recommend Freeland Medical Tours to anyone travelling to Bangkok seeking substantial savings on medical or dental procedures."

-- Steve H.

Anchorage, Alaska

Freeland Medical Tours.

Of course, if you have never traveled to Asia and are unaccustomed to dealing with foreign airports, languages and cultures, the idea of overseas surgery may be daunting for some. Let Freeland Medical Tours help you with any and all of your concerns. We are based here in Bangkok and use the hospitals and providers with whom we are affiliated. We will assist you with everything from pre-trip planning, passports and transportation, to advice on taxis, tuk-tuks and tipping. Please click here to view our full range of detailed, personal services.

US Medical Standards at 30% of the US cost.

Thailand continues to be the leader in the medical tourism industry in Asia. In 2004, 600,000 patients received treatment in Thailand, generating $500 million USD in revenue. Situated in a tropical paradise in the Land of Smiles and world-class hospitality, Bangkok is the leader in the medical tourism industry today.

The major, private hospitals in Bangkok have hundreds of doctors who have been trained and board-certified in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, Belgium and many other western countries. As well as being trained to western medical standards, the doctors also speak English. FMT has board-certified specialists available for your medical procedure. Our medical providers have been carefully selected to provide our clients a low-risk, successful outcome.