Argentina - a regional magnet for medical tourism?
14-Jun-17, International Medical Travel Journal
Argentina has attracted a stream of medical travellers from nearby countries including Uruguay, Bolivia and Paraguay. According to estimates presented by Miguel Cane of the Camara Argentina de Turismo Medico, there were approximately 12,000 foreigners who consumed medical services in 2016, representing approximately USD 300 million in total turnover.
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Argentina has attracted a stream of medical travellers from nearby countries including Uruguay, Bolivia and Paraguay. According to estimates presented by Miguel Cane of the Camara Argentina de Turismo Medico, there were approximately 12,000 foreigners who consumed medical services in 2016, representing approximately USD 300 million in total turnover.
Argentina's private hospitals are well staffed with doctors, and have the latest design and technological features, however there is a shortage of licensed nurses. The hospitals are also full.