The Rise of Medical Tourism in Dubai

The Emirate ranked 13th out of the 46 global destinations rated within the 2020-2021 Medical Tourism Index. Dubai is fast becoming a leading destination for medical tourism, both regionally and globally for the following specializations:? Preventive medicine and skin care, with plastic surgery being the most popular one, dermatology, orthopedic and sports medicine, ophthalmology and dental procedures.

?Two Key Factors Affecting the Medical Tourism Boom in Dubai

Government Ambition: The UAE government is actively developing its healthcare infrastructure, accounting for 26% of the GCC's total healthcare spending. To attract foreign patients, the government launched the 'Dubai Health Experience (DXH)', a user-friendly application and digital gateway for medical tourists offering a wide range of medical packages with an additional booking platform for procedures, visas, hotels, and discounted Emirates flight tickets.

Location: As the fifth most popular city in the world for international travelers, Dubai is an ideal destination for medical tourism.

Is There a Barrier to the Medical Tourism Growth in Dubai?

Even when the cost of healthcare supplying in the UAE compares very favorably with most Western markets, the pricing is not captivating enough to grab the attention of most Asian and African patients.

Conclusion

The Dubai medical tourism is set on evolving by offsetting the barriers of growth with the dedication and the constant support of the government. By continuing with this momentum, it will definitely reach its goal of making it to the top medical tourism cities.

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