Medical Departures

Korean medical tourism down - 80% in 2021

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  • Korean medical tourism was down -80% in 2021 according to  Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI)
  • Popular medical tourism areas like Gangnam continue to be ravaged by the impacts of Covid-19…clinics are closed or operating on skeleton crews.
  • Korean medical tourism relies heavily on inbound Chinese, Russian, Vietnam, Japanese and Thai patients..who just won’t be coming until late 2022, early 2023
  • According to IMTJ Magazine

    • *disclaimer* this is not medical advice - this is meant for information purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice or instructions for medical diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

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    Medical DeparturesBy Paul McTaggart