Medical Tourism in Thailand Private healthcare in the West is notoriously expensive and many people look to Thailand to find cost-effective solutions for their medical problems...

‘Generation X’ is in charge and its legacy is a world where government ‘interference’ in the free market and healthcare is at an all-time low. Unable to depend on state healthcare systems, people in many parts of the world have to resort to their private resources for the operations and treatments they need. Private healthcare in the West is notoriously expensive, for some, prohibitively so. Even commonplace medical areas like dentistry and orthodontics are extortionately priced, while surgery and major operations can completely drain personal finances. Given the costs, and the stakes, many people have looked beyond the shores of their native homelands to find cost-effective solutions. Many have found their solutions in Thailand, spurring a trend in ‘medical tourism’ within the country. But why Thailand? The Thai medical profession is probably one of the most advanced in the region. Successive governments have invested in ensuring the education and training Thai doctors receive is parallel to that offered elsewhere in the region. Many doctors undertake specialist training abroad, particularly the United States and Europe, and are at least equally as well qualified as physicians in the West - often more so. A qualified, experienced medical profession is though useless without proper facilities and equipment. Fortunately, Thailand’s hospitals and clinics are world class. Huge investments have been made in equipment and management standards are so high that hospitals achieve ISO 9001 accreditation. Many major hospitals belong to management groups that ensure the very highest standard of medical service is available through their branch hospitals at various locations around the country. All this expertise and proficiency means that Thailand’s hospitals are a secure option for those seeking medical treatment. Thailand’s medical solutions do not though rest at major surgery or treatments. A variety of cosmetic surgery options are available, as is cosmetic dentistry (laser teeth whitening, etc.) and laser sight correction (LASIK, etc.). Thailand is also a very popular choice for people requiring sex reassignment surgery.

Cosmetic Surgery

Laser Sight Correction

Cosmetic Dentistry

Leading Medical Tourism Hospitals

Educational Tourism in Thailand More and more people are making Thailand part of their educational objectives and becoming 'Educational Tourists'...

Imagine studying in a country like Thailand… Imagine rewarding yourself with a weekend on the beach after a hard week’s study, or trekking through the jungle as soon as your exams are over! Whether for full blown degree programs or short vocational courses, more and more people are making Thailand part of their educational objectives and becoming 'Educational Tourists'. With fewer Thai students studying abroad over the last decade, foreign universities opened campuses in Thailand or made agreements with Thai universities to run ‘Dual’ (or ‘Twinning’) degree programs - foreign degrees run at Thai universities. As a result, Thailand has a huge choice of international-level education options and is a major draw for students all over the world looking for world-class education. Of course, to benefit from higher education at an ‘English-medium’ university, students must understand English well. For many years there has been a booming domestic market for English language courses in Thailand; a market driven by Thai students who appreciate the benefits of studying with a native English speaking teacher. As a result, there are countless teaching jobs available to foreign teachers in Thailand, both at commercial language centres and within the state system. Such is the demand for teachers that visitors often include teaching English as part of their itinerary for a trip to Thailand. Would-be-teachers do though need training and as a result of there has been a dramatic rise in the number of English teacher training courses available in the Kingdom. Whether it’s short courses that give you the basics, or detailed internationally recognized courses that offer a stepping stone into the English teaching profession, there is certainly a course in Thailand to meet your needs. English though is not the only language you can study in Thailand. As the country takes its place on the international stage, its influence grows around the world. Increasingly, people take Thai language lessons for business and educational purposes, or simply build a short language course into their stay in the country for fun. As a result, a number of commercial Thai language centres catering for expatriates and visitors have emerged to give people an insight into the language. Of course, with the rise of tourism to Thailand the world is now interested in all things Thai – particularly Thai food. There is an abundance of centres in Thailand teaching foreigners the intricacies of preparing Thai cuisine… and very popular they are, too! With the worldwide boom in Spas and ‘Wellness’, the demand for masseurs able to offer Thai massage is increasing and the number of visitors studying massage in Thailand growing. Likewise, more and more visitors take courses in traditional Thai medicine to become practitioners in their own countries. What follows is a sample of courses for ‘Educational Tourists’:

University Courses	Teacher Training Courses	Thai Cookery Courses
Thai Language Courses	Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Medicine Courses	English Language Courses
International Schools

For Kids in Thailand Keeping the children entertained is never really a problem in Thailand. There is plenty for them to do and Thailand is very much a ‘child friendly’ country…

Thailand is one of the most family friendly holiday destinations in the world. One thing is for sure – Thais love children, especially children from other countries. You’ll always have someone willing to take of your child from you, and whenever you go out you’ll have crowds of women clucking around and apparently pinching your child while they say ‘Narag’ - ‘cute’ in Thai. Be warned: Such is their devotion to foreign children you will find Thai women can often plead to hold your child. If you allow them to, don’t turn your back! Your child will be passed around and in the end you might have trouble working out where he or she is! Thailand does though have a tradition of catering for families on holiday, so wherever you go, your child will be well looked after. There’s also plenty for families to do in Thailand… plenty of places to take the children and enjoy yourselves. Thailand has a number of theme parks that parallel anything you might come across elsewhere in the world. In addition, Thailand’s parks are full of family based activities (bike riding, etc.). Zoos and animal parks are also plentiful. You won’t have much trouble entertaining the children when you are in Thailand!

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