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Travelling For Treatment: The Emergence Of A Medical Tourist Industry

In: Handbook of Tourism Economics Analysis, New Applications and Case Studies

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  • Grace Lordan

    (London School of Economics, UK)

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This chapter deals with the emergence of the market for medical tourism in developing countries. In this case, patients travel from highincome countries to get treatment. The factors that have led to a growth in demand for this industry are discussed. In addition, evidence is provided that this industry is growing. The costs and benefits are outlined of this industry to the medical tourist as well as to citizens in the destination country. This chapter finishes by exploring potential incentives and government regulations that could ensure that the costs and concerns associated with the industry are reduced.

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  • Grace Lordan, 2013. "Travelling For Treatment: The Emergence Of A Medical Tourist Industry," World Scientific Book Chapters, in: Clement A Tisdell (ed.), Handbook of Tourism Economics Analysis, New Applications and Case Studies, chapter 13, pages 281-297, World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd..
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