Long promoted for its scenic beauty and cultural heritage, India now occupies an enviable position on the international map as a haven for those seeking quality and affordable healthcare. The country is growing in popularity as a medical tourism hub due to its abundance of hi-tech hospitals coupled with certified and experienced healthcare professionals.

Every year, millions of people from the United States fly over to exotic locations in India for a rare blend of affordable medical treatments and exciting holidays. India has innumerable top-notch hospitals that offer world-class treatments in nearly every medical specialization like joint replacement, cardiology, pediatrics, neurology, plastic surgery, dentistry, psychiatry, organ transplants, ophthalmology, urology, and Ayurveda, to name a few.

India also has well-certified, trained, and experienced medical professionals who offer impeccable services that are at par with the best international standards. A big draw for international healthcare seekers is the very minimal waiting period as is common in US-based hospitals.

Another major selling point for medical tourism in India is the definite price advantage. India is one place where the slogan ‘First World treatment for Third World prices’ is perfectly applied. In fact, the cost differential of treatments in the US and India are poles apart. In most cases, Indian treatments incur only a tenth of the cost in the West.