From the sunny beaches of California to the skyscrapers of New York, the USA is one of the most diverse nations on Earth. Whether you want to explore its serene natural beauty, or dive into history and culture, there’s always something to do for everyone. That’s why the US is among the most visited countries in the world. It is also a leading destination for medical tourism. While the US may not draw in the numbers other countries do, it is still a highly sought after destination for healthcare and wellness. That stems from the presence of a large number of leading medical institutions and research centres, offering cutting-edge healthcare solutions and breakthrough discoveries for millions of people.
The US pharmaceutical industry is also a big draw, with thousands of drug trials and experimental medication offering hope to those with complex or life-threatening diseases. While this is certainly beneficial, it also comes at a very high cost. Treatments in the US are amongst the best in the world, but might not be suitable for all budgets. Another challenge is the visa process, often long and complex with high rejection rates, despite the presence of a special visa (Visitor Visa B-2) for medical treatment. Mediglobe works with its office in the USA to smoothen the visa process, and help patients find the right doctor for their treatment. We work with a wide range of hospitals and doctors in the USA, offering a wide range of treatment choices.
USA Factbox
Quality of Care: ★★★★★
Cost of Care: ★★★★★
Travel Convenience: ★★★☆☆
Ease of Obtaining Visa: ★★☆☆☆
Tourism Friendliness: ★★★★☆
Why You Should Choose the USA
Access to the latest techniques, technology and therapies
High standard of care with key focus on patient outcomes
Luxurious amenities and services across all patient touchpoints
Treatment by world-class surgeons and highly trained experts
Spanish and Arabic also widely spoken for patient comfort
Top Treatments in the USA
Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
Oncology
Neurosurgery and neuro rehabilitation
Haematology
Things to Remember
Visiting the USA to give birth (birth tourism) is illegal and therefore pregnant women may be denied a visa.
Patients seeking treatment in the USA are generally required to pay the estimated cost of treatment in part or full in advance, as confirmation of their intention for travel.
US visa waiting times can often take months, especially for first-time applicants. Patients are advised to keep this in mind when opting for treatment in the USA.