Sun, spa and surgery in Turkey

Turkey is sure to make a large impact in the global medical tourism market in the very near future. Straddling both Europe and the Near East, Turkey has much to offer in terms of health tourism treatment, with state of the art medical facilities and a wealth of tourist interests as well.
Dawn Elisabeth Simpson, British TV producer lives in Yorkshire, chose Antalya for aesthetic surgery upon receiving advice from a friend. Praising Turkish doctors, Simpson said she was very satisfied with the result of the surgery. Simpson has 2 children. Her doctor, Seçkin Oksar, said "Simpson got in touch with us seven months ago. We examined her and did three different operations on the areas of her belly, breast and back. The operations were successful. Simpson is happy with the results."

Oksar commented "Women mostly from England, Belgium and northern European countries are coming to Antalya for plastic surgery. I can say that we, as Antalya, are one of a few good places in Europe in terms of plastic surgery."

The cost of medical care in Turkey is competitive with the rates of Europe and Southeast Asia, which is a fraction of the cost of similar treatment in the US. It's a popular choice for those needing dental or cosmetic surgery, and procedures can be arranged to be done immediately, saving the frustration of a long wait.

Turkey is becoming popular destination for medical tourism especially among the European tourists. In 2008, the country received around 200,000 foreign medical tourists, an impressive 40% increase from 2007. Turkey's health tourism income may reach USD 10 billion within the next three to five years. Currently, Turkey's health market has a volume of USD 500 million. The increasing tourism means that for investors looking for a low cost, low risk entry into property investing, Turkey makes a fantastic choice.

Turkey is also a great place for vacation opportunity after medical treatment with great Package deals with massages, spa treatments and visits to the famous Turkish baths for post-op relaxation. Dr. Resat Bahat, Chairman of the Association of Private Hospitals and Health Organizations commented "The hospitals provide foreign patients an opportunity to tour the city where they are receiving treatment. They get treated, rest and have fun, all as part of the package deal. That is what they find attractive".