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World Medical Resources, an online directory for international medical travelers.
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Medical Travel 101
Even though you may be coordinating a trip to include both vacation time and surgical procedures, it's a wise person who thinks ahead.
Here are a few suggestions:
1. Do the vacation part of your trip first.
2. Consider purchasing your ticket (at least the return leg) in first or business class accomodations. You'll have more room to move around in your seat, and more personal attention from the flight attendants if a problem arises.
3. At the airport, ask for priority seating. Also ask for a ride to the gate if walking a distance is not comfortable for you.
4. Let your flight attendant know that you are traveling for medical purposes.
5. Get up and move around the cabin periodically during your flight.
6. Dress for comfort, in layers so that you can adjust to cabin temperatures.
7. Wear socks so that you can remove your shoes during flight without getting cold feet!
8. Carry all prescription drugs in their original containers. Don't repack them in those cute little boxes until you're back home.
9. Bring a gel pack with you (unless restricted by regulations) that can be heated or cooled.
10. Stay hydrated. Drink water instead of alcohol or caffenated drinks.
11. Ask for help with your luggage. Don't lift or pull around on heavy bags.
12. Most important of all: follow your physician's orders!
13. Factoid: Did you know that the original flight attendants were nurses?
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About Medical Tourism
World Medical Resources has created this online medical travel directory to give potential medical travelers access to information about the medical tourism industry. Browse or search our site for information about: doctors (including specialists) and medical facilities abroad that cater to patients from other countries; medical travel planners who specialize in assisting medical tourists with their medical travel arrangements; medical procedures available overseas; and general medical travel news and advice for those planning to travel for healthcare procedures.
Connecting Medical Tourists with the Health Travel Industry
* Are you under- or uninsured?
* Is your deductible so high you can only afford to use insurance in a medical emergency?
* Do you want an elective surgery that isn't covered by your insurance?
* Do you need a procedure or treatment that isn't available in your home country?
* Are you open to traveling overseas for medical treatment?
Then World Medical Resources is designed for you!
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