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Kerala - A hot destination for Medical and Wellness

Tourism

Is the daily home-work-home cycle stretching you out too much? Is age showing on you? Is your health

buckling under the demands of your lifestyle?

Deny it as you may, these are common problems in

today’s working population; whatever be the age,

location or profession. If you feel its time to rejuvenate,

find some time and plan a visit to Kerala, known

popularly as “God’s own country” because of its

picturesque landscape. The soothing climate, natural

abundance of forests having a wealth of herbs and

medicinal plants takes one into paradise.

Kerala has established itself as a prominent destination of world leisure tourism for its natural beauty

and cultural assets. The growth of tourism in the state has been mainly buyer driven. The collective

marketing effort through the Tourism department had been limited till the recent past. With the

growing awareness of Medical, Health and Wellness Tourism, the facilities and infrastructure available in

Kerala have now gained a fare share of the limelight.

The golden opportunity has been recognized by private players, particularly the Ayurveda sector, who

took some collective effort to convert Kerala as source for Ayurveda treatment. Then came Dentistry

and Modern Medicine. A combination of many factors has led to the increase in popularity of medical

tourism in Kerala.

The state of Kerala has more than 15 world class

hospitals equipped with the best of all advanced

facilities for health care, medical and paramedical

education and research. Defining qualities of a world

class hospital are professional expertise and

technology of international standards, streamlined

efficiency of service, courteous personal attention

and meticulous cleanliness. Capitalizing on these

assets, today Kerala has emerged as one of the most

popular destinations for Health and wellness tourism.

Traditional systems of medicine like Ayurveda and Siddha are widely popular in the state, and draws

increasing numbers of tourists. With ease and affordability of international travel and Improving

technology and standards of care, visitors from across the globe throng to Kerala for exclusive sessions.

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Traditional Indian practices of healthcare and beauty

treatment from natural herbs and plants have been

rediscovered and brought forward in new packages. Alongwith,

medical tourism facilitators and travel agencies offer exclusive

post treatment tours to the natural forests, backwaters, lakes

and other beautiful tourist attractions in the state. A stay in the

Houseboats adds to the experience.

The major specialties of Medical Tourism in Kerala are the

following:

Modern Medicine: Cardiac Care, Orthopaedic, ENT, General

Surgery, Cosmetic Treatment, Urology Ophthalmology, Fertility

Treatment, Neuro Surgery, Dental care, etc

Alternate Medicines: Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Siddha,

Naturopathy, Aroma Therapy

The patronages received from different countries are presented below:

Alternate Medicine Modern Medicine Germany 22.20% Middle East 26.46%

France 13.14% UK 18.41%

Switzerland 12.88% Germany 13.41%

USA 12.29% USA 12.44%

UK 7.29% Maldives 11.46%

Italy 7.20% France 7.32%

Russia 6.78% Australia 3.54%

Middle East 6.36% Spain 2.44%

Denmark 5.08% Switzerland 2.44%

Japan 4.66% East Africa 1.83%

Spain 1.69% Kenya 0.24%

Kenya 0.42% (Source: Medical Tourism in Kerala—Challenges and Scope, Joseph M. Cherukara and Dr. James Manalel, May 2008s)

The Other Home offers you a pleasant stay in the backwaters of Adam Wood House (Fort Cochin),

Summerhouse Holiday (Kollam) and Coconutcreek Kumarakom Homestays (Kumarakom) from where

you can enjoy the breathtaking views and enjoy ultimate relaxation and comfort. If you have come to

Kerala for medical purposes and need specific care, we shall ensure the best of individual care for you as

prescribed by the doctors.

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