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Cardiac surgery is one of Indias many specialties. The countrys medical experts use the latest equipment to treat patients and their level of expertise is one that is unmatched. Medical Institutes in India are so well-equipped that they can handle all phases of heart disorders, from basic to the latest clinical procedures. The cost of these surgeries and treatments in India are only a fourth of what they cost in Europe and other Western countries.

According to the World Tourism statistics, Kerala managed to beat Turkey in the number of tourist arrivals last year. Kerala hopes to see about one lakh medical tourists by 2010 against 15,000 in 2006.A highly specialized niche of travel service enabling clients to seek medical relief abroad is taking over the medical tourism scene. It is a network of hospitals consisting of leading healthcare institutions, each equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and board certified surgeons.The treatments comprise cosmetic and plastic surgery including Facelifts, Blepharoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Liposuction, Abdominoplasty, and Body Contouring. Also offered are cosmetic procedures such as botox treatment to reduce facial wrinkles and fine lines on the face and neck, which are performed by experienced dermatologists. The cost varies according to the number of units required for each patient.

Healing Haven

The Kumarakom Lake Resort at Kottayam in Kerala is considered a “Paradise. Untouched by time.” It practises the most intricate form of healing that has been in existence in India for thousands of years. The Resort also has work-out sessions with some of the most professional instructors. The Yoga and Meditation sessions help in isolation of the ego from the body and mind which is designed to sharpen ones concentration, improve health and attaining peace of mind.

These ayurveda packages proudly serve as a tribute to the tradition of Ayurveda. The Ayurveda Health Retreat package is devised especially for people who suffer from ailments or those who wish to improve their health in general through Ayurvedic rejuvenation and purification therapies. Treatments as per prescriptions are made by distinguished doctors specialized in Ayurveda.

Earlier, Canadians came to India for various medical treatments, and now we see that the Brits are doing the same. Out of all Indian states, Kerala is said to rank the highest in medical tourism, with about 23% of foreign patients headed in that direction.

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