Medical tourism involves individuals traveling to another country to receive medical treatment or healthcare services that may be more affordable, have shorter waiting times, or offer advanced technology. The practice has gained popularity due to rising healthcare costs, long waiting lists, and the desire to combine treatment with travel experiences.
Advantages of medical tourism include cost savings, as treatments can be cheaper in other countries, improved accessibility to timely procedures, access to quality healthcare facilities and skilled professionals, and the opportunity to combine treatment with travel and vacation. This allows patients to receive medical care in a pleasant and relaxing environment while exploring new destinations.
According to SPER market research, ‘UAE Medical Tourism Market Size- By Product Type, By Application, By Mechanism, By Type, By End-User – Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2033’ state that the UAE Medical Tourism Market is predicted to reach USD 2.20 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 8.72%.
Raising demand for procedures not covered by insurance, such as aesthetic surgery, dental reconstruction, fertility treatment, high-end investments and gender reassignment operations, in healthcare infrastructure, are driving demand for the UAE medical tourism market. Other factors that are projected to enhance the UAE medical tourism market over the forecast period include favourable government policies and an increase in the number of excellent healthcare facilities and laboratories. Additionally, the UAE combines medical services with luxury hospitality, offering patients a unique healthcare experience. Many healthcare facilities provide personalized services, luxury amenities, and a focus on patient comfort and well-being. This integration of healthcare and luxury tourism appeals to patients seeking a holistic and indulgent medical experience.
Despite the many drivers and opportunities for growth in the medical tourism market in UAE, there are also several challenges that must be addressed. Limited public awareness of available medical services and facilities in the UAE is a challenge for the growth of medical tourism. Besides this, Ethical and legal considerations play a role, with patients needing assurance that chosen healthcare facilities adhere to ethical practices and local regulations for patient rights and safety. Additionally, language and cultural barriers hinder effective communication between international patients and healthcare providers. Also, insurance coverage and reimbursement for medical tourism procedures vary, resulting in financial burdens for patients.
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In addition, The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the medical tourism market in the UAE. Travel restrictions and reduced international mobility led to a decline in medical tourists visiting the country. Deferred elective procedures and safety concerns further contributed to the decrease in patient confidence and willingness to travel abroad for treatment. The shift towards telemedicine and local healthcare also emerged during the pandemic.
Overall, the UAE has become a popular destination for medical tourism due to its high-quality healthcare infrastructure, specialist expertise, government support, accessibility, reputation for safety and quality, diverse range of treatments, and integration of luxury healthcare services. These factors have positioned the UAE as a leading global destination for medical tourism. Additionally, some of the market key players are Shifa International, Tours Cure, Thumbay Medical Tourism, Ontime Healthcare, Royal Cure.
UAE Medical Tourism Market Key Segments Covered
The SPER Market Research report seeks to give market dynamics, demand, and supply forecasts for the years up to 2033. This report contains statistics on product type segment growth estimates and forecasts.
By Type: Based on type, UAE Medical Tourism Market is segmented as; Inbound and Outbound.
By Treatment Type: Based on the Treatment Type, UAE Medical Tourism Market is segmented as; Dental, Orthopaedic, Cosmetic, Paediatric, Fertility, Gynaecological, Others.
By Region: This report also provides the data for key regional segments of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Rest of UAE.
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