Medical Tourism in South Africa
South Africa is much more than a locale for a great safari or an exotic getaway. The choice destination of many Europeans for years, it's growing in popularity as prime spot for those from the United States and elsewhere in the world that are seeking medical treatment abroad.
Doctors in South Africa are well known for their quality, and many are certified not only in South Africa, but the United States and the United Kingdom as well. Doctors and hospitals are monitored by the Health Professions Council of South Africa to ensure that they meet the required standards, as well as by other professional boards related to specialties. English is one of the official languages in South Africa, so most doctors and their support staff should be easy to communicate with.
South Africa has a well-developed public and private medical field, with many state of the art hospitals and facilities. Private hospitals are often in strong competition with one another, and as a result accommodations can be quite luxurious.
Treatment in South Africa is about half of what it costs in the United States, due in part to favorable exchange rates, and the quality of care is extremely high. South Africa is known for complicated procedures such as heart transplants, but the real draw, and reason it is such a hotspot for medical tourists is cosmetic surgery.
For your recovery or just for the fun of it, you could hardly ask for more than South Africa has to offer. With coasts bordering the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean, South Africa has miles of beautiful beaches. For the adventurous, there is always the option of embarking on a safari to see the wide range of birds and animals that call South Africa home. For a more relaxing vacation, South Africa is also known for its wines and there are a number of spas and resorts to cater to help you make a speedy recovery. South Africa is known for its wide variety of medical tourism packages which can take care of all the arrangements for you.
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