Medical Tourism in Singapore

Singapore is a state deserving of its reputation for cleanliness, order and its ultra-high standard of private medical care. While it is by no means as cheap as say, India or Thailand, medical staff here invariably speak a high standard of English and the healthcare infrastructure is easily comparable with that of western countries.

As standards of medical treatment go, Singapore is on a par with Thailand and India. Singapore’s ultra clean and structured environment contrasts sharply with the chaos and pollution of Bangkok or the abject poverty and underdevelopment of Chennai, making it a good choice for visitor’s who don’t adjust well to culture shock. For many, this gives Singapore the edge over its two biggest competitors despite the higher prices of treatment.

Since Singapore’s prices are still around half of what US clinics charge for the same procedures, it’s understandable that some 200,000 visitors flock here every year in search of medical, cosmetic and dental treatment. A reputation for state-of-the-art equipment and the finest surgeons, many of which are trained in the US, is also a major draw card for many would-be patients.

English is one of the country’s four official languages and the official language of business; this has significant appeal to those visitors with very specific needs.

Those visitors looking to make their trip both a medical tourist excursion and a regular vacation will find Singapore a fascinating country with modern amenities and entertainment, scenic beaches, great food and a rich and eclectic culture.