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India.com
10-05-2025
- Health
- India.com
Geopolitical Instabilities, VISA Denial Key Challenge For Medical Tourism In India: Expert
India's medical tourism sector is experiencing significant growth, positioning the country as a leading destination for affordable and high-quality healthcare services. In 2024, the industry was valued at approximately USD 7.69 billion, with around 7.3 million foreign patients seeking medical treatment in India. Projections indicate that the market could reach USD 18 billion by 2027, driven by factors such as cost-effective treatments, advanced medical technology, and government initiatives. Key Drivers of Growth "India offers medical procedures at a fraction of the cost compared to developed countries. For instance, a heart bypass surgery in India costs around USD 5,000, whereas the same procedure in the United States can cost approximately USD 123,000. This affordability, combined with a robust healthcare infrastructure featuring over 1,600 NABH-accredited hospitals and numerous JCI-accredited facilities, attracts patients from regions like West Asia, Africa, and South Asia," said Amit Bansal, Founder and CEO, Medigence. He said that government initiatives such as the "Heal in India" campaign and the introduction of the Ayush visa have streamlined visa processes and promoted traditional wellness therapies, further enhancing India's appeal as a medical tourism hub, but a lot is yet to be done. Challenges Facing the Sector Despite the positive trajectory, the medical tourism industry in India faces several challenges: Infrastructure Disparities: While metropolitan areas boast advanced medical facilities, rural regions often lack adequate healthcare infrastructure, leading to uneven service quality across the country. Regulatory Hurdles "Complex licensing procedures and inconsistent regulations across states can delay service delivery and deter investment in the sector. Then, there is VISA hurdles. Many a times, a patient gets visa but their family members don't get it and it creates a huge challege and an environment of deterrence," said Bansal. Geopolitical Instabilities: Political unrest in neighboring countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan has led to a significant drop in medical tourist inflow, highlighting the sector's vulnerability to regional conflicts. Quality and Safety Concerns: Inconsistencies in service quality and safety standards across different facilities can undermine patient confidence and Future Outlook To sustain growth and address existing challenges, India must focus on enhancing healthcare infrastructure across all regions, standardizing regulations, and ensuring consistent quality and safety standards. By leveraging its cost advantages and expanding its reach to new markets, India has the potential to solidify its position as a global leader in medical tourism.
Gulf Today
24-02-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City achieves Centre of Excellence accreditation in Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynaecology
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City, a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, has achieved the Centre of Excellence (CoE) accreditation in Paediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynaecology from the prestigious Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI). NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City is the first provider in the Middle East to achieve this accreditation. ACHSI accredits healthcare providers that meet stringent, international standards for clinical quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement in critical areas of patient care. NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City's pursuit of the ACHSI Centre of Excellence accreditation is part of its clinical strategy to enhance and expand upon its comprehensive clinical services and deliver world-class quality patient outcomes. "We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care, guided by the prestigious ACHSI standards. Our patients can trust that they are receiving the latest in advanced medical treatments, particularly in the areas of complex maternal care, high-risk pregnancies, neonatal health, and advanced surgical procedures. With our enhanced prenatal and post-natal services, we are dedicated to supporting women and families through every step of their healthcare journey," said Sharif Shahine, General Manager of NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City. Dr Zaka ullah Khan, Chief Clinical Officer of NMC Healthcare, commented: "This Centre of Excellence accreditation reflects our strong commitment to enhancing and expanding our clinical services across all specialties. It is a key milestone in our strategic vision to continuously improve patient care, integrate advanced medical technologies, and provide exceptional outcomes. By meeting the rigorous ACHSI standards in paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, we are reinforcing our promise to offer world-class healthcare services that are aligned with global best practices, ensuring our patients receive the highest level of care at every stage of their healthcare journey." The accreditation was marked at a ceremony attended by Mr. Mounir Sankary, Deputy Consul-General of Australia and Trade and Investment Commissioner in Dubai, Dr Zaka ullah Khan, Chief Clinical Officer from NMC Healthcare and Ms Kim Jones, International Assessor from ACHSI. About NMC Healthcare NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates. NMC's network is made up of 78 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited, multi-specialty hospitals, medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities. Its national network makes it the only healthcare group uniquely positioned to serve the three most populous Emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah, as well as the Northern Emirates of Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman. The NMC Healthcare group includes the NMC, ProVita International Medical Centre, and CosmeSurge brands. It employs approximately 11,000 people and serves over 5.5 million patients every year.
