In the last few decades, Thailand has built a strong reputation in the global medical tourism market. It has done this by providing hospitals that are clean, affordable, and staffed by highly qualified experts. They also tend to have the latest treatments on offer, such as radiation therapy for cancer. This post looks at the benefits of Thai healthcare in more depth and explores some of the things you can expect if you choose it as your radiotherapy destination.
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Lots of Choice
State-of-the-art cancer radiation therapy (or ฉายรังสีมะเร็ง in Thai) is offered by many hospitals in Thailand, enabling you to find an ideal provider for your needs. If you want to be near a beach, a national park, or in the city, you will be able to find somewhere that suits you.
Lower Costs
Medical care in Thailand tends to be much cheaper than in Western countries. This is often true even when it comes to private hospitals, although the cost of cancer treatment can vary a lot based on things like the number of sessions you need and the tier of the hospital. Still, Thailand’s prices are low compared to many other medical tourism destinations, yet the quality of treatment on offer is still high.
A Supportive Environment
The Thai people are known to be very kind, and this is especially true of those who enter healthcare professions. They are able to provide a lot of comfort and support to people going through cancer treatment, which can be a very stressful and emotional time.
Holistic Health Support
The best cancer outcomes are achieved by those who don’t just rely on zapping the cells with radiation, but who actively seek to improve their diet, exercise, sleep, and lifestyle habits. Thai hospitals support your health in these ways too, and it helps that the local food is famously both healthy and very tasty.
Aftercare and Monitoring
Follow-up care is an important aspect of cancer treatment, and you can expect Thai hospitals to provide this too. Once your treatment has come to an end, you will typically be issued with discharge instructions, and you will be able to choose dates to check in with your doctor. If you are not staying in the country after your treatment, remote consultations are usually possible.
Help with Travel and Logistics
Private Thai hospitals will often help you get to and from their location. Airport pickups and transfers between hotels and the hospital are often provided, and many will also help you to get the right visa. They may even help you plan the itinerary of your entire stay, as lots of patients like to combine their treatment with a recovery holiday at one of the famous Thai beach resorts.
Conclusion
Many cancers are silent threats that can strike anyone at any time. While modern treatments are effective, they cost too much in many countries, and public health systems tend to offer only the minimum level of care to help fight it. Countries like Thailand offer an attractive and affordable alternative, where you can expect high-quality care and lots of support with your health in general.
