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The Medical Tourism Association was delighted to participate in the Familiarization “FAM” Tour in the beautiful country of Chihuahua, Mexico. The FAM Tour took place January 2010. To read more about Chihuahua and what they have to offer as a medical…
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Interested in learn more about MTA's Familiarization Trips?
The Medical Tourism Magazine releases podcast with Jessica Johnson, Director of Operations, Medical Tourism Association   Jessica Johnson, Director of Operations for the MTA, sits down one on one to discuss a FAM Trip, otherwise known as a Familiari…
February 22
Jessica Johnson is now friends with Dr Jitu Lal Meena, kunal chokshi, Cynthia Glidewell RN, BS and 3
February 22
Jessica Johnson added a blog post
Interested in keeping up with the Medical Tourism Association and the Medical Tourism Industry News. You can follow us in many different ways! Follow the President, Renee Marie Stephano, on our Presidents Blog: http://www.medicaltourismassociation.…
February 8
Ashok Panda commented on the photo 'CIMA Chihuahua'
Thanks Dr.Faisal. now question is whats the special about the pic, 128 / 256 ( next generation ) splice CT are also available.
January 30
Jessica Johnson added a blog post
A recent national healthcare trend survey from Buck Consultants projected double-digit rate increases for health insurance in the U.S. The study analyzed responses from over 100 health insurers and HMOs. Insurers providing medical trends for the sur…
January 29
Ashok Panda commented on the photo 'CIMA Chihuahua'
I would request you to add some lines for this foto , in terms of specifications if you have,.
January 27
Jessica Johnson added an album
Chihuahua FAM Trip
January 27
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January 27
Mihkel Adamson replied to the discussion 'Destinations'
Hello everybody! I am a new member of this site, hope to get you know you well! As I am running (could say starting) a medical tourism company in Estonia, I believe that this region has a lot of potential. Otherwise I wouldn't be involved with it :…
January 19
Syed I Ahmed replied to the discussion 'Destinations'
The out bound traffic from the UAE tocountries like us and UK
January 19
Jessica Johnson added a discussion
Register for Free MTA Webinar ~ Top 10 Spa Trends 2010 and their Likely Impact on Medical Tourism
On January 21st, 2010 we will be holding a webinar on "Top 10 Spa Trends 2010 and their Likely Impact on Medical Tourism," presented by Susie Ellis, President of SpaFinder. We will announce more webinars for 2010 shortly, so stay tuned! Webinar Ses…
January 18
abdou replied to the discussion 'Destinations'
in morocco
January 18
Jessica Johnson added a blog post
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, weight loss surgery costs between $20,000 to $25,000 on average. While the debate rages on about the long term cost-saving health benefits of weight loss surgery, ins…
January 11
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January 7
Ilene Little replied to the discussion 'Destinations'
Elizabeth, I apologize that I just stumbled upon your comment here today (a few months late). I am not based in Dubai. I have interviewed medical professionals there, including the David Printy, CEO of Oasis Hospital in the U.A.E. Here's a link to…
January 6

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First Name
Jessica Johnson
Last Name
Johnson
Company Name
Medical Tourism Association
Type of Organization/Company
International Non Profit
What country are you from?
usa
What is your interest in medical tourism?
Industry
Are you coming to the 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, September 22-24th, 2010, which will have up to 2,000 in attendees, up to 10,000 networking meetings,over 120 sponsors and exhibitors and up to 160 speakers in Los Angeles, California?
Yes

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The Medical Tourism Association's FAM Tour to Chihuahua Mexico

The Medical Tourism Association was delighted to participate in the Familiarization “FAM” Tour in the beautiful country of Chihuahua, Mexico. The FAM Tour took place January 2010. To read more about Chihuahua and what they have to offer as a medical destination click the link below.



http://www.medicaltourismmag.com/detail.php?Req=325&issue=16




Enjoy!



Jessica

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Posted on March 11, 2010 at 3:43pm —

Jessica Johnson

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Interested in keeping up with the Medical Tourism Association and the Medical Tourism Industry News. You can follow us in many different ways!



Follow the President, Renee Marie Stephano, on our Presidents Blog: http://www.medicaltourismassociation.com/blog/



You can also follow the MTA on Facebook, Twitter and Linked in!

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Posted on February 8, 2010 at 12:30pm —

Jessica Johnson

Health Insurance Costs to Skyrocket by 10% in U.S. in 2010

A recent national healthcare trend survey from Buck Consultants projected double-digit rate increases for health insurance in the U.S. The study analyzed responses from over 100 health insurers and HMOs. Insurers providing medical trends for the survey cover a total of approximately 78 million people. Costs for the most popular medical plans are projected to increase by more than 10 percent. Rate increases for health insurance plans are supposed to increase 11.1% for Preferred Provider Organizat… Continue

Posted on January 29, 2010 at 10:14am —

Jessica Johnson

Lack of Health Care Coverage Sends U.S. Weight Loss Surgery Patients to Mexico

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, weight loss surgery costs between $20,000 to $25,000 on average. While the debate rages on about the long term cost-saving health benefits of weight loss surgery, insurance companies are continuing to make the approval process difficult for a majority of patients seeking the surgery.

Medicare, for example will not cover any weight loss surgery for obese patients, unless they have one of the specific health relate… Continue

Posted on January 11, 2010 at 11:40am —

Jessica Johnson

Journey to wellness from the UAE

Journey to wellness from the UAE
An increasing number of people are travelling outside of the UAE to undergo medical procedures, from hip replacements to face lifts. Sudeshna Ghosh takes a look at the top medical tourism destinations.

By Sudeshna Ghosh, Features Editor
Published: 00:00 January 1, 2010


Up to six million people are expected to travel as medical tourists from the US alone this year, primarily because of lower costs in various Asian countries.Image Credit: Gulf News ArchiveFour y… Continue

Posted on January 6, 2010 at 11:29am —

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At 3:50am on January 7, 2010, Meeta Dharia said…
Hello & Greetings from Meeta Dharia !!!!!! ( Director / CEO )
I am visiting U.S.A in 2nd week of Jan, 2010 and would like to take this opportunity of meeting you in person ------- to discuss various possibilities to work together on ‘Medical Tourism & HealthCare Facilitation in India.
Amazon Health and Medical Tourism Pvt. Ltd. (AHMTPL) is a complete Medical Service Provider ----- with the expertise to serve patients in the field of Medical & Healthcare facilities in India.
'AHMTPL' has been formed 4yrs back on the philosophy – "Prevention is the only cure towards better Healthy Living".
The main objective and focus is to facilitate visitors from abroad for Health Check-up, Various Surgical Treatments, Dentistry and Cosmetic Surgeries.
Request you to please guide on your interest & share your mobile no. -------- to communicate and relate with your good self OR Please provide your convenient date and time to meet you in person when I am in U.S.A. & take the subject further.
Please visit our website & guide us on any possibilities to work together. For more details and information, please do email us at info.ahmt@vsnl.net / info@amazonhmt.com or visit our website www.amazonhmt.com
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At 2:59am on November 3, 2009, Sudhanshu Sharma said…
Thanks Jessica , for adding me as your friend , i saw the photos uploaded by you on your page . Its really nice. I think these photos are related to the 26th oct.conference , really i am missing my presence over there , when it came to my knowledge actually i was too late . Defeinietly i will come next time make my entry in advance in your guest list.

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At 4:40am on October 31, 2009, Sudhanshu Sharma said…
Hi Jessica, hope you are doing fine there, In brief I want to introduce myself, I am Sudhanshu Sharma, working to promote the concept of medical tourism in India, under the banner of The Travellers Clinic. visit us at www.thetravellersclinic.com , Right now i am in search of oversees business tie ups and looking for the people from all over the world those who want to send patients to India for medical treatments, and the people who want somebody to represent them in India, We have excellent international level tie-ups with top most doctors and hospitals in India, as we are located in the capital of India i.e. New Delhi. So we offer the best of the best treatment options at the affordable cost with travel options in India.
mail me at s.sharma@thetravellersclinic.com or at sudhanshu_sh82@rediffmail.com
I hope together we will make out some business plans to expand our levels and boundaries ….

With Regards
Sudhanshu Sharma
+91-9811188995
 
 

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