NurseReview.Org: RP medtourism anchors hopes on Global Pinoys

RP medtourism anchors hopes on Global Pinoys

Posted: 13 Dec 2009 04:32 PM PST

By Ehda M. Dagooc (The Freeman) Updated December 10, 2009 12:00 AM

CEBU, Philippines - The future of medical tourism in the Philippines will not solely depend on the volume of foreign clients coming to the country to seek medical help, but its growth is largely reliant on the Filipinos working abroad.

"Unlike other countries, the Philippines has its natural market. It is not relying on foreign patients, because the source of constant and sustainable growth for the industry is the OFWs, or the Filipinos residing and working abroad," said Department of Health head for special concerns Anthony Calibo.

According to Calibo regardless if foreigners come in the Philippines or not to seek medical help, the medical tourism industry here will still grow "because we have growing OFWs, who prefer to get medical attention in their home land."

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