Medical Tourism
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Professional currency planning tool for medical tourism and healthcare travel. Calculate treatment costs, travel expenses, and medical procedure prices across multiple currencies with real-time exchange rates.
Medical Tourism Cost Calculator
Popular Medical Tourism Destinations
🇹🇭 Thailand
World-class healthcare at affordable prices
Savings: 50-80% | Specialties: Cosmetic, Dental
🇮🇳 India
Advanced medical technology and expertise
Savings: 60-90% | Specialties: Cardiac, Orthopedic
🇲🇽 Mexico
Close proximity for North American patients
Savings: 40-70% | Specialties: Dental, Bariatric
🇹🇷 Turkey
European standards with competitive pricing
Savings: 50-75% | Specialties: Hair Transplant, Cosmetic
🇸🇬 Singapore
Premium healthcare with international standards
Savings: 25-50% | Specialties: Cancer, Neurology
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
High-quality care in a tropical setting
Savings: 45-65% | Specialties: Dental, Cosmetic
Medical Tourism Planning Guide
🏥 Medical Considerations
Hospital Accreditation
Choose hospitals with international accreditation (JCI, ISO) for quality assurance and safety standards.
Doctor Credentials
Verify surgeon qualifications, board certifications, and experience with international patients.
Follow-up Care
Plan for post-operative care, recovery time, and potential complications before traveling home.
💰 Financial Planning
Insurance Coverage
Check if your insurance covers international treatment and consider medical tourism insurance.
Hidden Costs
Factor in visa fees, extended stay costs, companion travel, and potential complication expenses.
Payment Methods
Understand payment requirements, currency exchange fees, and international transfer costs.
Treatment Cost Comparison by Destination
Dental Procedures
Implants, crowns, cosmetic dentistry
Thailand: $800-2,000
Mexico: $600-1,500
India: $400-1,200
Cardiac Surgery
Bypass, valve replacement, angioplasty
India: $3,000-8,000
Thailand: $8,000-15,000
Singapore: $15,000-25,000
Cosmetic Surgery
Rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction
Turkey: $2,000-6,000
Thailand: $2,500-7,000
Costa Rica: $3,000-8,000
Travel and Recovery Planning
Pre-Travel Preparation
Obtain medical records, get necessary vaccinations, arrange travel insurance, and plan for extended stay if needed. Consider time zone differences for medication schedules.
Timeline: 2-3 months before travel | Documents: Medical history, insurance, passport/visa
During Treatment
Stay near the medical facility, follow all pre and post-operative instructions, maintain communication with your home doctor, and keep detailed medical records.
Duration: Varies by procedure | Support: Medical coordinator, translator if needed
Post-Treatment Recovery
Plan for recovery time before traveling home, arrange follow-up care in your home country, and understand signs of complications that require immediate attention.
Recovery: 1-4 weeks depending on procedure | Follow-up: Home country medical care
Financial Considerations
Budget for currency fluctuations, emergency funds for complications, extended stay costs, and potential additional treatments. Consider medical tourism insurance.
Emergency Fund: 20-30% of total budget | Insurance: Medical tourism coverage recommended