Thailand: Update on Conflict in Area

This is where a quality and value added service oriented medical travel company can assist in decision making. While the likelihood of violence spreading into the Bangkok area is minimal, there are reports in The Economist that Cambodia and Thailand are saber rattling over the disputed Angor Wat temple region.

There is a long history here and significant religious concerns for the peoples on both sides of the border. So if you were deciding to go abroad, would you want to know that there is conflict in an area where you are considering? If you were to engage in a simple transactional website that does not keep abreast of the current state of affairs, you may make a mistake. Thailand is a very very safe country and its people wonderful, it just makes the decision more sophisticated for you the party investing in your health if you have all the facts.

The issue has been handed over to the Security Council of the UN to settle the disputed area. Meanwhile local tensions are reportedly running high. Would I travel to Thailand today? Yes. But I would have contingency plans, contacts and knowledge of the embassy and consulate locations as a safe precautions.

Information, both current and accurate will always help make decisions that are in your best interest. That is why Premiere Medical Travel is a value added company. We look to provide you with the right tools and information to make the right assessments and make the best out of your medical travel experience.

We also can help with the medical components of the trip. We will be offering services for you right up to departure and throughout your stay. We will stay in touch with you and your facility, if you desire, to make sure your experience is the best it can be. We do not simply book you and send you packing.

Ever wonder about a volcano, typhoon, hurricane, economic instability and other issues when you are beginning to decide on a location? Nearly every area involved in medical travel has some element of one, or more, of these risks. We stay current so we are sure you are current.

Travel Safe, Be Well,
Jim McCormick, MD

Thailand

While visiting facilities in Thailand. Two colleagues underwent an impromptu evaluation, on a Sunday morning, without an appointment time. They were met with gracious happy receptionists and staff, were escorted to the exam area, dressed in light jogging suits (no exposed areas), then assessed for nearly 3 hours. 

They had a history and physical performed, an expansive array of blood work, EKG, Chest x-ray, abdominal ultrasound, and an exercise treadmill test. The price was unbeatable. More importantly they were very impressed with the high quality customer service experience and felt they had received a terrific value.

In my opinion, this is the cornerstone to grow this industry. It is not a competition for price point, but rather an option to receive the best value. As more facilities move into this space, the focus needs to move to value and customer service, not simply price. 

Jim McCormick, MD

Jim McCormick MD Premiere Medical Travel

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Best of Health

Jim McCormick, MD