The University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf is the largest hospital in Hamburg, incorporating 14 centers with 80 departments and more than 1,500 hospital beds. Founded in 1889, the UKE has opened its ultramodern new building in January 2009 and thus combines tradition with state-of- the-art technology. The UKE is currently the most modern hospital in Europe. The range of medical care extends from general diagnostic services to highly specialised and complex treatments, necessary for more uncommon diseases. The hospital’s medical treatment, science and research have an excellent international reputation. As a result, patients from Germany and from countries all over the world come to our hospital. Our patients can be sure of receiving state-of-the-art medical treatment, taking into account the latest knowledge and developments in medicine. The UKE has a specialized department dealing with all international patients, coordinating all organizational, financial and administrative issues.

“The UKE attends the World Medical Tourism and Healthcare Congress yearly because it is a great opportunity to network with other players and learn about new developments within the medical tourism industry,” said Dr. med. Catarina Schlueter, MBA; Managing Director International Office, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf. “This year we would like to position ourselves as a premier address for international patients and find potential partners for collaboration,” she added.

This is the one event per year where Employers, Self Funded Health Plans, Insurance Companies, and Medical Tourism Facilitators that are looking to outsource healthcare overseas have the opportunity to meet with top International Hospitals and Medical Tourism Companies in one place for the ultimate networking event. As a Bronze Sponsor, the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf will receive multiple benefits including recognition throughout the conference and preferred exhibit booth placement.

This year we have allocated a budget to bring in up to 400 buyers of healthcare that includes global multinational employers, insurance companies and health insurance agents. The conference will feature over 150 exhibitors and sponsors, 100+ speakers and up to 1,500 attendees from over 87 countries. Save the date today by going to the Medical Tourism Congress website and register for this once a year event.

Accomplish in three days what would otherwise take you years to do.  Attend the only medical tourism and international health insurance conference in the world that truly brings together the buyers and sellers of healthcare from all continents.

The conference is the dedicated annual event of the Medical Tourism Association, the nonprofit trade association in the Medical Tourism industry,   http://www.medicaltourismassociation.com and media partner Medical Tourism Magazine, http://www.medicaltourismmag.com the only dedicated magazine for the medical tourism and global healthcare industry, and by Medical Tourism City, http://www.medicaltourismcity.com, a social network for the medical tourism and global healthcare industry with over one thousand participants from over sixty countries.

The 4th World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress will also feature four additional conferences, the Global Benefits Conference, http://www.globalbenefitsconference.com, focusing on international employers and insurance companies, the Healthcare Development Conference, http://www.healthcaredevelopmentconference.com, focusing on the growth of medical tourism in the healthcare sector and the building and development of healthcare facilities around the world, the Healthcare Investment Conference, http://www.healthcareinvestmentconference.com, creating awareness about healthcare investment opportunities around the world and the Health and Wellness Conference, http://www.wellnessconference.com focusing on the continuous growing health and wellness industry.

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I was fortunate to visit and find  out that Trissur city, in Kerala (India), called God’s Own Country, is the Capital of Ayurveda in the truest sense. You will find dozens of Ayurvedic shops and also, ‘desi” medicinal shops in almost every roads and  lanes. Everywhere there is  that ancient, pleasant aroma of Nature..There are also a good many number of reputed Ayurvedic medicines manufactures and hospitals in Trissur, including the famed state owned  ”Oushadhi” managed by team of highly trained, experienced Ayurvedic doctors. Recently, Oushadhi’s Chief Medical Supdt. has formulated seven different “Amla”(wood apple) juice preparations under a beautiful heading- Seven Sisisters..More than half a dden Seven Sisters Juices  Shops are operating successfully in the city. Besides hospsitals and clinics, there are quite a few very good Ayurvedic resorts too in the Trissur city.

Since I have taken up promotion of products of a new start up company in Trissur city, I intent to stay back here for some more time. So, certainly I would like to bring outmore interesting information about the potential of this wonderful “Ayurvedic Capial” of Kerala and, perhaps, India in the near future..

Kindly wait!!

General conception of the intensive multifactorial neurorehabilitation system

Neurologic Restoration arises from the evidence that the Nervous System has neuroplastic and regenerating properties determined by the high differentiation that does not allow neuroplastic cells to reproduce themselves. In compensation Nature chooses the alternative way to give the Nervous System the capacity for a superior repairment, which is much more complex than the rest of the tissues- a fact demonstrated by performed experimental evidences. It was inferred from the analyses by experts of reference, that from a mathematical point of view and accumulated practical experience for so many years in the patients’ neurological rehabilitation developed at CIREN – many long periods of time were thus needed to achieve the pretended level of exercising.

A preliminary conclusion was, that it was only possible to obtain similar results in less time if a form of treatment with a systematic frequency based on many hour – session training was applied with an optimum use of the time, by adequately applying exercising techniques, in reference to the patient’s sequels, characteristics of the patient’s general status and an efficient supervision and systematic evolution.

Expressed in other way, in order to perform such a high volume of physical activity, a great amount of time is needed that can only be achieved in a less period of time, when rehabilitation procedures with an intensive character are strictly controlled and performed.

Although it is a fact that natural recovery may also occur, attempts are made to improve and accelerate this process. Many health areas have developed treatments without a clear understanding on its functioning, and it is not really known whether the method is good at all or not. The rehabilitation of lesions of the Central Nervous System is not an exception, although some therapeutic techniques are based on clear theorical considerations [6]. In the theorical and practical accumulated experience applying the Intensive Multifactorial Neurorehabilitation System for 16 years, it was concluded that the physical therapist should not use one method in particular, but the one according to each patient’s specific characteristics, he/she must choose the most convenient method or most convenient combination of methods.

All the criteria previously mentioned, made possible to formulate the concept of Intensive Multifactorial Neurorehabilitation System, and defined as “a model aimed at rehabilitation”.This method must be used with a systemic approach, in an integral and systematized way combining intensively and adequately dosified form the methods, procedures and therapeutic techniques that make possible a better recovery. This is expected to be carried out in the least possible time and providing the patient with a better quality of life”[18].

The philosophy and scopes of the Intensive Multifactorial Neurorrehabilitation System – as an integral part of the Neurologic Restoration Program at the International Center of Neurologic Restoration (CIREN) – are conditioned by the directing philosophy of this institution, expressed as to its scopes and strategic objectives used in all its levels. On this bases and in correspondence with CIREN’S functions and structure, the activities for the interdisciplinary integration of processes of neurologic restoration leading to the establishment of programs for the intensive personalized care, are thus developed with special attention according to each patient’s needs.

CIREN’S researchers have demonstrated that with the application of neurorestorative methods, significant results can be obtained in the improvement of altered neurologic functions, by submitting the patient to an intensive regulated physical activity within the context of multifactorial treatment programs. IMNS proposal was conformed on the basis of compatibility of four essential factors: mechanisms of neuroplasticity, the cardinal principles of rehabilitation, general principles of sports training of the Cuban School and coordinated work within an interdisciplinary teamwork that together, give the intensive character necessary to each patient’s program.

Medical Tourism Magazine, official publication of the Medical Tourism Association™ is proud to present the launch of Issue 20, International Firsts ~ Groundbreaking Medical Discoveries, which takes readers on a journey of medical advances and procedures that have revolutionized medicine globally and consequently is the core of the medical tourism industry; available exclusively online at:

http://www.medicaltourismmag.com/view-online/issue_may-2011

The resounding themes for this issue include taking a look at the medical tourism industry and where it all began, including the Medical Tourism Association™ and the Medical Tourism Magazine.

Medical Tourism Magazine keeps readers on the forefront of industry developments, testimonies and reports on ever evolving medical tourism trends, including technological innovations. Stay tuned to updates on international accreditation, initiatives from healthcare providers worldwide, and much more!

Visit http://www.MedicalTourismMagazine.com today and experience the new digital Medical Tourism Magazine!

International Firsts – Groundbreaking Medical Discoveries

Are you afraid to go to the doctor? If you’re scared today, imagine seeing a physician 300 years ago. Now the drill guns and needles don’t seem as frightening, right?

The progression of technology and medical discoveries is astounding. When we see a stethoscope or have an eye exam, we tend to forget they took years to develop, as did everything else in the health field.

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Healthcare in China – A Trip to the Orient

Nailing down the PERFECT healthcare system is a challenge every country faces; perfect may never be possible, but hopefully a system that works for the majority of people will be in the near future, on a global basis. With a booming 1.3 billion population China has modernized education and housing for all of those people, unfortunately healthcare hasn’t been able to keep pace with those developments.

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Adapting to Changes in the Medical Tourism Market

Due to the huge proliferation in the medical tourism market, medical providers and facilitators wishing to increase their customer base and services should acknowledge the equally rapid growth of knowledge of the industry by consumers.

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Medical Malpractice in the Realm of Medical Tourism

Medical malpractice causes enough confusion for doctors, lawyers and patients when it occurs locally. However, when brought into the larger sense of international travel, it can be even more difficult to understand and manage. There are no universal laws that regulate how individual countries handle medical malpractice.

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#1 We’re going to ChicagoLand and Attendance is up 200%

Many of the largest employers and insurance companies in the US are located in Chicago. It is easy for international employers and insurers to travel to, as well as buyers of healthcare from around the world.

#2 Focus on Emerging Regions

This year’s theme is “Patients in Emerging Markets” and it will highlight some of the upcoming largest growth areas of medical tourism in Russia, Ukraine, CIS Countries, China, Japan Africa, the Middle East and GCC regions.

#3 Two New Integrated Conferences

1st International Healthcare Investment Conference

Network with investors as they learn about international investment opportunities in the healthcare sector. http://www.healthcareinvestmentconference.com/

1st International Health & Wellness Conference

This conference will center on the constantly growing health and wellness tourism industry. http://wellnessconference.com/

#4 Partial Integration with the Employer Healthcare Congress

Network with the attendees of the Employer Healthcare Congress, one of the largest US health insurance and healthcare conferences in the country, during shared networking cocktail receptions and other special events.

#5 New and Improved Networking Software

Using our innovative networking software, pre-schedule one on one networking meetings with other attendees to maximize your time at the conference. We worked with former Microsoft employees to develop a completely new system that will make this year’s process easier than ever before.

#6 Top Speakers

We’re bringing in experts from all over the world and from all different industries to speak about the topics that everyone needs to know about. Don’t forget to check back for regular updates!

#7 Buyers of Healthcare VIP Program

This year we have taken a portion of the budget to bring in up to 400 buyers of healthcare, which includes global multinational employers, insurance companies, health insurance agents, travel companies and referring physicians from emerging markets.

#8 Other Great Integrated Conferences

2nd Annual Global Benefits Conference

International insurance companies, expatriate employers, and travel insurers will all be there to network with you http://www.globalbenefitsconference.com/index.html

2nd Annual Healthcare Development Conference

With a focus on the growth of healthcare, building and designing sustainable projects on a global basis, you’ll meet top architects, investors, developers and more.  http://www.healthcaredevelopmentconference.com

#9 Exciting VIP Cocktail Receptions

Relax and unwind with a cocktail and entertainment at our themed cocktail receptions every night. Sit back and enjoy the show, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and sizzling entertainment. Watch a video of our past events!

#10 We’re Really Global!

We take the “Global” in our name seriously. Last year attendees joined us from 87 different countries and there will be even more this year. Just traveling to that many countries would take YEARS! Luckily you can meet them all in one place over this 3 day conference. See the list of participating countries here.

Ankara,which is the capital city of Turkey has becoming one of the major medical tourism destinations. As known, travelling for medical care is one of the most important issue.  Now, international patients from UK  can come by direct airflights from London to Ankara. Hospital and clinics in Ankara are distinguished from others as they are strictly regulated by the Health Ministry located in the city. With internationally accredited hospitals and open air historical sites Ankara welcomes  patients from all over the world. Our clinic,Civas Clinic, is also located in Ankara with outstanding facilities along with board certified doctors. For further details, you may visit our web site www.civasclinic.com

The Healthcare Development Magazine is the main source of information and is the first international online magazine dedicated to sustainable healthcare and healthcare development. The online magazine will feature articles by some of the experts in the industry, including hospital administrators, healthcare professionals, consultants, architects, designers, and engineers.

The online subscription of the Healthcare Development Magazine will circulate to over 20,000 employers, patients, medical representatives, government leaders, healthcare investors, medical suppliers, and development companies, who specialize or seek information in sustainable healthcare and healthcare development.

If you are interested in submitting an article to the Healthcare Development Magazine,

please send an email to  Olivia@HealthcareDevelopmentMagazine.com

Article Guidelines

The articles should be 1,000 to 2,000 words and be educational (and not a sales promo) and discuss sustainable healthcare and healthcare development. At the end of each article, please submit a company or personal bio which can be up to 50 words. There is no cost for any articles submitted or published.

Lisbeth Stein

Membership Coordinator

US 001.561.791.2000

Lisbeth@MedicalTourismAssociation.com

The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress is pleased to announce Dr. Robert Rey [as featured on Dr. 90210] as a Keynote speaker for the Congress held Oct. 25-28 in Chicago, IL.

Dr. Robert Rey

Dr. 90210

Dr. Robert Rey specializes in MINIMAL SCAR Plastic Surgery. Dr. Rey brings to Beverly Hills, from Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess fellowship, the absolute latest minimal scar, endoscopic, fiberoptic and laser techniques. By treating a large number of film, television and fashion industry patients, Dr. Rey is keenly aware of the importance of minimal or no scars and is highly dedicated to a natural look. Dr. Rey completed a plastic surgery fellowship at Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital.

The focus of this fellowship was primarily in the areas of breast and cosmetic surgery. He is also fully trained as a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. In pursuit of his craft, Dr. Rey has attended some of the top American educational institutions. From U.C.L.A. School of Medicine to Tufts University School of Medicine, to Harvard University to Harvard Medical School’s Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. Dr. Rey has conducted academic research in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. He has published in some of the most prestigious medical and plastic surgery journals in the World. He has not gone unnoticed by his peers. He is the recipient of numerous scientific honors, including the Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Resident’s Award and the American Association of Clinical Anatomist Student Award for original anatomy and biomechanics research. Dr. Rey also served in The Office of the United States Surgeon General, as health policy speech writer to Dr. C. Everett Koop.

Read Dr. Rey’s Full Bio >> http://bit.ly/lsHgIi