Philippines seeks bigger share in global medical-tourism market
29-Sep-16, Business Mirror
The Philippines is poised to take advantage of the global medical tourism market, by positioning itself as a provider of excellent and affordable hospital care and medical treatments.
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“The Philippines is globally positioning itself as the heart of Asia, combining modern technology with Philippine culture and tradition, highlighting the warmth of the Filipino people. We offer a brand of service that is distinctly Filipino,” said Patrick A. Chuasoto, chargé d’affaires ad interim of the Philippine Embassy in Washington DC, in his welcome remarks at the 2016 World Medical Tourism Congress (WMTC) on September 27, 2016.
Cynthia Lazo, director for Medical Travel and Wellness Tourism of the Department of Tourism, pointed out the country’s advantages in terms of modern facilities, fluency in the English language, good infrastructure, proximity to most of Asia’s major cities, “and the ability of a caring local community to help in total healing in body, mind and spirit.”