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Distinguish yourself; Get Ahead, Get Recognized. Become a Certified Medical Tourism Professional

The Medical Tourism Professional certification will allow insurance, HR professionals, travel agents, and individuals. They provide tools necessary to develop strong health and wellness travel programs, their understanding of the requisites for implementation.

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February 15, 2014

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Meet top healthcare providers from Colombia :: Miami, May 14 2013

Countries such as Colombia, well known for its high quality healthcare standards and accreditations, high qualified professionals. And state of the art technology and infrastructure available at considerably more affordable prices than in the United States.

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April 15, 2013

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Massive Opportunity or Big Challenge?

The MTA has been providing education for travel agents who wish to be involved in the medical tourism industry and make profit. The Association sees a massive opportunity in this industry for travel agents, tour operators and travel agencies.

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March 15, 2013

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Medical Tourism Association at ITIC Puerto Rico 2013

ITIC San Juan was attended by all the major travel/health insurers and assistance companies from the US and Canada. With growing attendance from the Caribbean and Latin American sectors of the industry and the MTA was one of the exhibitors at the conference.

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March 14, 2013

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How to be recognized as a thought leader in the medical tourism industry

In conference, attendees receive information and outside the education rooms, attendees start to socialize their own understanding.‍ Through the sponsored sessions at the 6th World Medical Tourism Congress, industry players will create engaging discussions.

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March 3, 2013

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Puerto Rico Tourism Company :: Gold Sponsor of the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

Puerto Rico Tourism Company will be a gold sponsor at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress which will take place on the beach. The event in the largest educational and networking platform in the medical tourism industry featuring expert speakers.

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October 11, 2012

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International Life Flight to exhibit at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress (South Florida Oct.24-26th)

International Life Flight will be a bronze sponsor at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress on the beach in Ft. Lauderdale. It is the largest educational and networking platform in the medical tourism industry featuring expert speakers.

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September 16, 2012

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Japan - Gold Sponsor of the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress (South Florida Ocotber 24-26th)

Japan, a country with excellent healthcare service, will be a gold sponsor of the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress. The Japanese government is currently working to enhance tourism-related measures, towards the ultimate goal of creating a tourism nation.

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September 15, 2012

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5th World Medical Tourism Congress announces Preliminary List of Participants

5th World Medical Tourism Congress is proud to announce the Preliminary List of Participants for the largest education. Participants will be able to network and pre-schedule one-on-one networking meetings at the event in advance since the platform is open.

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September 13, 2012

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Opportunites for Strategic Collaboration at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress (South Florida, October 24-26th)

Collaboration and cooperation between health care industry stakeholders is a necessary strategic step. Medical tourism provides creative and effective opportunities in times of healthcare reform for interconnected industries such as voluntary benefits, self-funding.

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September 5, 2012

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Almater Hospital :: Silver Sponsor at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress (South Florida-Oct 24-26)

The Medical Tourism Congress is proud to announce Almater Hospital as a silver sponsor of the largest educational and networking platform. After a long chain of efforts and a significant learning process, today Almater Hospital has made its dream come true.

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August 26, 2012

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Holy Cross to sponsor the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress (South Florida-October 24-26)

The 5th World Medical Tourism Congress is proud to announce Holy Cross as one of the sponsors of the Medical Tourism Congress. A non-profit Holy Cross Hospital has provided our community with innovative, compassionate healthcare for over 55 years.

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August 26, 2012

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Lufthansa to exhibit at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

We are proud to announce Lufthansa as one of the exhibitors of the 5th WMTC which will take place on the beach in Florida. Lufthansa’s network is ideal for connecting patients to and from the United States, India, Turkey, Middle East and Europe.

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August 15, 2012

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The 5th World Medical Tourism Congress welcomes Global Call Forwarding as an Exhibitor

GlobalCallForwarding.com is a leading provider of local and toll free phone numbers worldwide offers phone numbers and call forwarding services. It's is owned and operated by United World Telecom, a leading switch-based telecommunications service provider.

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August 3, 2012

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J'gerwinkel Private Clinic - Silver Sponsor & Speaker at the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

The 5th WMT & GHC is proud to welcome the J'gerwinkel Private Clinic as a Silver Sponsor and Speaker. The clinic specializes in orthopedics, internal medicine, cardiology and psychosomatics, treatment plans, besides following a psychosomatic approach.

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August 2, 2012

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Boca Raton Regional Hospital :: Sponsor of the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

Boca Raton Regional Hospital has consistently focused its efforts on the health and welfare of the patients it serves. Boca Raton Regional Hospital International Patient Services Program is designed to offer international patients state of the art medical care.

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July 30, 2012

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Turkish Healthcare Tourism Development Council - Diamond Sponsor of the 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

Turkish Healthcare Tourism Development Council (THTDC) has been working as a medical tourism cluster in Turkey since 2008. The members of the group are national and international governmental institutions, hospitals, clinics, doctors, medical tourism facilitators.

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July 19, 2012

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Turismo Mdico al alza con la aprobacin de la Reforma de Salud en Estados Unidos

Tras la reciente decisin del Tribunal Supremo de Estados Unidos demantener la Reforma de Salud presentada por el presidente Obama. El turismo mdico se presenta como una alternativa muy atractiva para las compaas y aseguradoras de este pas que estn buscando opciones que logren reducir sus costes.‍

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July 15, 2012

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Is it better to brand your hospital or to brand your doctors?

Building a strong brand is art and a science and it requires a long term commitment and a creatively executed marketing. A strong brand commands intense consumer loyalty which also translates into consumer willingness to pay a higher price.

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June 17, 2012

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Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) to Sponsor the 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

The AAAHC founded in 1979, has become the leader in ambulatory health care accreditation with more than 5,000 organizations. The AAAHC serves as an advocate for the provision of high quality health care and patient safety.

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June 6, 2012

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Is it better to network in person or online to succeed in the medical tourism industry?

You need both as building your business network in person and online is crucial to succeed in this fast growing industry.‍ Networking in person is more personal, as you have the opportunity to meet in person, and more likely to stand out in your memory.

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May 29, 2012

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Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) to sponsor the 5th World Medical & Global Healthcare Congress

With medical professionals trained in the U.S. and cosmetic treatments offered at a fraction of the cost, Taiwan is one of the world’s fastest-growing medical tourism destinations. TAITRA will be a silver sponsor at the 5th World Medical & Global Healthcare Congress.

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May 22, 2012

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The Medical Tourism Association supports HOLA Conference in Miami - May 8-10

The MTA will participate as supporter of the Hotel Opportunities Latin America Summit (HOLA) during May 8-10 in Miami.‍ In the hotel & hospitality industry it all comes down to the guests’ overall experience.

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May 3, 2012

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The 5th World Medical Tourism Congress invites employers, insurance companies, governments and insurance agents

The MTA invites employers, insurance companies, governments, employers and insurance agents who send patients overseas. Interested in being a part of exclusive VIP Buyer Program and obtain a free pass to the 5th Word Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress.

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May 3, 2012

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Nuevo Hospital Rey Juan Carlos de Mostoles (Espaa):Modelo de referencia en la relacion con el paciente

El nuevo hospital publico Juan Carlos de Mostoles esta integrado en un entorno, luminoso, ordenado, sostenible y muy cercano que aspira a ser un referente en la relacin con el paciente.

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April 12, 2012

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The Malaysian Health Tourism Council (MHTC) launches medical tourism web portal

This new portal is the result of the council’s hard work and long term strategy to increase the flow of international patients. The portal offers information about Malaysia as a top medical tourism destination and goes into detail.

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April 7, 2012

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Agenda Topic Contest - 5th World Medical Tourism Congress

The simplest way to find out what people want from your organization, product or service is to ask them. The MTA would like to follow the simple best marketing practice in order to identify new and innovative topics to complete our agenda.

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April 4, 2012

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What is Medical Tourism and what is not?

Medical tourism means consumers traveling across international borders with the intention of receiving some medical treatment. Cosmetic surgery for aesthetic reasons would not be considered health tourism.‍

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March 26, 2012

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Medical Director Summit will address the challenges of treating local and international patients

Medical Directors from top hospitals and insurance companies around the world will have the opportunity to discuss their programs. International insurance issues, consumer engagement, quality of healthcare and accreditation are the areas that will be discussed.

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March 19, 2012