Combining cosmetic surgery and an overseas vacation ?
October 13th, 2008Do to rising U.S. medical care costs, some people are opting to travel overseas and have their breast enlargement or Liposuction or tummy tuck or face lift procedure done. But is it worth it and is the quality of care the same ? Not necessarily, and you will certainly want to do very thorough research before considering gambling with your medical care. Is it worth a few thousand dollars saved to end up with a botched cosmetic or plastic surgery procedure that may affect you the rest of your life?
Most foreign countries have lower medical standards and less quality control than the United States.
Some popular destinations according to travel statistics for cosmetic surgery tourism include Argentina, Costa Rica, Malaysia, Mexico, and the Philippines. These destinations offer everything from “safari and surgery” to “tropical, scenic tour” vacation packages.
Do your homework and detailed research before considering such an undertaking. Consult locally with your licensed physician or medical care facility and make sure you understand all the potential ramifications. You may also want to consult a licensed attorney who specializes in medical care issues before stepping outside the U.S. to undergo a major medical procedure.