Medical Tourism

Medical tourism refers to the practice of traveling to another country to receive medical care, often because of lower costs, higher quality services, or access to treatments not available at home. In medical geography, this movement highlights how location influences healthcare access and choices. Factors such as the quality of local medical facilities, the availability of specialized treatments, and regional healthcare regulations play vital roles. As patients seek affordable and effective healthcare options, medical tourism shapes global health trends and impacts local economies, healthcare systems, and the global exchange of medical knowledge.