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Delhi, the capital of India and the second largest metropolis of India, is the commercial, cultural, and political hotspot of India. Right from the Pandavas, the Delhi Sultanates, and the Mughals to the British Raj, all the ruling dynasties in Delhi have all left behind their legacy in the form of umpteen monuments and archeological sites across Delhi.

Delhi along with Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Noida and Greater Noida, makes the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Medical Tourism in Delhi

Being home to a number of prestigious institutes such as the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), and Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi has produced some big names in the field of healthcare. Medical tourism in Delhi is on the rise primarily due to low cost of medical treatments. The high quality of healthcare has also driven up medical tourism in Delhi.
Why Get a Medical Treatment in Delhi

Even after factoring in travel and lodging expenses, patients will be able to save substantially by undergoing medical treatment in Delhi.
The low cost of living in India, together with the inroads it has made in Information Technology and Communication, the benefits of which have been extended to the healthcare sector in India, has made it possible to dispense affordable healthcare in India at a fraction of the costs in the US, the UK, Canada and Australia.
There are numerous JCI and ISO accredited hospitals in the National Capital Region which observe high quality and safety standards. These hospitals feature state-of-the-art equipment and engage the latest technology for treating their patients.
Unlike the hospitals in the US or the UK, where undergoing a surgery means waiting for months before being able to get under the surgeon’s knife, hospitals in Delhi offer their services without keeping their patients in the wait.
International patients can often be squeamish about traveling to a foreign land on account of facing a language barrier. Patients contemplating Delhi can dispel their fears as doctors and staff in Delhi are English-speaking. Reputed hospitals in Delhi also engage language interpreters for a hassle-free healthcare experience for their non-English speaking clientele.
Being the culture capital of India too, Delhi is home to a number of art galleries and museums. It is the starting point of the “Golden Triangle” route, a favorite among those bitten by wanderlust but pressed on time.

Hospitals under the Network of Quality Surgery India in the National Capital Territory

One of the hospitals under the network of Quality Surgery India is a part of a leading hospital chain in India.

It was the first hospital in India to be accredited by the Joint Commission International and an ISO 9002 certification in India.
It holds the distinction of being rated as the “Best hospital in India” by the Week Magazine in 2008.
It also boasts of the largest sleep lab in Asia. It is a one-stop healthcare organization with nearly 52 specialties.
With nearly 652 beds, it is the fourth largest hospital in the world.
This hospital provides a wide array of medical services ranging from interventional cardiology, neurology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, cosmetic surgery to biochemistry and many more.

Another hospital under our network in Gurgaon is spread over sprawling 43 acres and engages the services of nearly a thousand doctors.

Another highlight of this hospital is that it takes only a 15-minute drive from the international airport to reach this hospital.
It is a multi specialty hospital and engages state-of-the-art technology such as Da Vinci Robotic Systems, 3 dimensional and 4 dimensional ultra sound, Integrated Brachytherapy Unit and more.

A leading hospital in Gurgaon which was nominated with the coveted Asia Pacific hand Hygiene Excellence Award by the WHO is also under network. This state-of-the-art hospital is a 550 bed multi specialty medical facility running specialized programs on knee surgery, asthma, epilepsy, shoulder pain, etc.
Language

Official Languages of Delhi: English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi

English is widely spoken in Delhi. Most of the doctors and their staff in Delhi hospitals are English-speaking. As a part of the value addition plan for the recently held Commonwealth Games, the traffic policemen and Delhi Transportation Corporation drivers and conductors were given lessons in English for facilitating a good travel experience for the foreign visitors in Delhi.

Most of the reputable hospitals in the city engage the services of language interpreters to facilitate communication with non-English speaking patients.
Language Tips

Language: Hindi and Urdu

Hello – Namaste in Hindi and Salaam in Urdu

Thanks – Dhanyavaad in Hindi and Shukriya in Urdu

Good – Acha (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Bad – Bura (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Help – Mudud (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Price – Daam in Hindi and Keemat in Urdu

I – Mey (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Tomorrow – Kal (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Today – Aaj (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Yesterday – Kal (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Yes – Haa (Both Hindi and Urdu)

No – Nahi (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Where is ….? – ……. kaha hai? (Both Hindi and Urdu)

Food – Bhojan in Hindi and Khaana in Urdu

Water – Paani (Both Hindi and Urdu)
Climate of Delhi

Delhi experiences a hot and humid climate for most part of the year. It gets quite pleasant in October, November, February and March and are also ideal for visiting Delhi.

Summers (March to July): It can get extremely hot in May and June with the entire region reeling under heat waves. The maximum temperatures in Delhi when the summers are at their peak can touch 45oC (114oF). Average temperatures during summers are around 32 o C (90oF).

Monsoons (rainy season from July to September): Delhi does not receive very heavy rainfall. The average rainfall from July to September is 178 mm.

Monsoons retreat in October and November and these months are marked by a dip in the night temperatures.

Winters (November to February): During late December and early January, minimum temperatures can be as low as 3 to 4º C. The extreme chilly winds from the Himalayas can make the mercury dip to as low as -1 º C. The month of January is marked by dense fog engulfing the whole city thereby reducing visibility. It is advisable to avoid venturing out early in the morning and at night to avoid chances of getting involved in a mishap. Many domestic and international flights often get cancelled, much to the chagrin of the travelers.
Clothing

Carry light fabric clothes when visiting Delhi in summers. Since it can get quite muggy in monsoons, carry suitable clothes from July to mid September. Winters in Delhi can be quite chilly. So, it is advisable to carrying heavy woolen clothes in winters.
Time Zone

India is five hours and thirty minutes ahead of the Greenwich Meantime (GMT+5.5 hrs). The entire country operates under a single time zone.
Visa Requirements

Getting a visa to India can take a lot of time. It is recommended that intended visitors plan the entire trip at least 7-8 weeks in advance, keeping margin for the time taken for getting a visa issued. The Indian government has also started issuing special medical visas, though their issuance can take longer time than regular visas.

Please feel free to contact Quality Surgery India for any queries.
Internet Access

There are numerous cyber cafes all over Delhi providing broadband services, though the Internet speed can be lower than the speeds in the US and Canada.
Dialing Code for Delhi

Country code for India is +91. City area code for Delhi is 011. You will have to dial Country Exit Code+91-11-Telephone number. There are a number of telephone facilities called Public Call Offices or PCOs in all the marketplaces in Delhi. These offices facilitate domestic and international phone calls.

Important Telephone Numbers

Emergency/ Police – 100
Ambulance -102
Fire – 101
National number for Police/Fire and Ambulance – 108
Directory assistance – 197
Delhi Police Help-lines
Children – 1098
Women – 1091 and +91-11-24121234
Inform bout crime – 1090
Anti Stalking Cell – 1096, +91-11-27894455
Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation – Ph: +91-11-24647005, 24698431, 24618026
Tourist Central Reservation Office – Ph: +91-11-23365358, 23363607
Tourist City Information Service- Ph: +91-11-1280
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.

24 Hours DMRC Helpline No.: +91-11-155370

Delhi Transport Corporation -
Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) Kashmiri Gate – Phone No. +91-11-23868836, 23865181
Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) Sarai Kale Khan, Phone No. +91-11-24358092
Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) Anand Vihar, Phone No. +91-11-2215243

New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport: +91-124-3376000

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Being the President of Stackpole & Associates, Irving Stackpole will give a presentation entitled “Motivating the High End Market:Attracting the Most Profitable International Patients” on the 5th of May 2010 at the European Medical Travel Conference in Venice, Italy.

Medical strategies are different from marketing campaigns. Medical Strategies are use to catch the attention of numerous medical tourist that needs complicated medication while marketing campaigns are intended for casual international health and wellness traveler.

The psychological profiles of international patients seeking medical procedures that are complex require marketing plans featuring competent, confidence building messages rather than the “fun in the sun” campaigns designed for medical travelers seeking low acuity treatments. Understanding the different between these two market segments is vital to achieving success in the medical tourism industry.

There are differences in motivational factors among individuals having an orthopedic or cardiac procedure compare to someone having a minor cosmetic on dental medication. Understanding their differences is essential for marketing campaign creations that will catch the attention of numerous health travelers.

More and more countries are now placing vast priority on medical tourism as their identify the importance to the industry. Competition on attracting international patients that needs serious medical treatment is

As more and more countries identify medical tourism as a national priority, competition for international patients who require complex care are a ripe target in that they purchase high cost, high margin medical care as well as staying in country for an extended period of time. These types of international visitors are a substantial value added to the local economy and are going to be the focus of more and better targeted marketing efforts, Marketing tips and other helpful hints will be provided as part of Mr. Stackpole’s presentation to help organizations secure the types of clients they seek.

Established in 1991, Stackpole & Associates provides marketing, market research, and business development solutions for providers, consumers, and customers in healthcare, senior living and human services. For the medical tourism industry, Stackpole & Associates can help businesses identify prospective clients globally with a focus on the US, UK and Canada, and then ensure that the products and services offered to those customers carry the right message in the right way. The company is an active member of the Medical Tourism Association.

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According to reports voiced at a recent Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) seminar in Qatar Thailand currently holds a 38% stake in the world’s medical tourism market, the largest of any country in the globe.

Qatar, the 5th of October 2010: Dr. Surapong Ambhanwong (Phayathai Hospital Chief Medical & International Business Officer) explained that the passage of international patients was currently producing an estimated 920,000 travellers to the Kingdom of Thailand annually, making it the number one destination for medical tourists.

Speaking at the inaugural Medical Health and Wellness Roadshow in Doha, Qatar, Dr. Ambhanwong explained that the scope of procedures being undertaken in Thailand was wide, covering areas such as plastic surgery, joint replacement, cancer treatment, open heart surgery and dental care.

“Many also visit Thailand to seek professional advice for a better quality of life, through Thailand’s many alternative medical centres and hospitals, to help control and reduce the threat of diabetes, cholesterol, obesity and blood pressure,” he said.

The roadshow, organised in conjunction with the TAT, was aimed at promoting Thailand’s expertise and specialisation in providing cutting-edge medical care throughout the world and in particular focusing on the Gulf States.

The initiative will see representatives from Thailand’s leading hospitals and wellness centers visit the Middle East to meet directly with industry professionals and medical travel consultants as well as regional government administrators.

Present at the roadshow, TAT director Pramoth Supyen revealed that Middle Eastern travel to Thailand was constantly on the rise, whether seeking medical care or leisure travel. He stated that the TAT was now focusing its aims on further promoting tourism in the region based on the success of initial cooperation with region governments.

“Thailand proves an attractive option as a medical destination due to the country’s well established industry to provide high quality, cost effective treatment of international standards,” he said “the medical industry has proven itself with the added advantage of providing far superior nursing care, as well as the unique Thai approach and attention to personal care”.

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