Thailand is known for being the country that put medical tourism on the international map and made it an important part of the global economy. After the collapse of the Thai Bhat in the nineties, Thai business and government leaders worked together to capitalize on Thailand's exceptional medical infrastructure and focus on attracting international investors and patients from neighboring countries.
European patients followed the good news spreading from happy patients from throughout Asia. Americans and Canadians began to take notice of successful international hospitals in Thailand in the early 2000's. Since that time, Americans have continued to travel to Thailand for elective surgery and necessary non-elective medical care. Boasting world-renown JCI-accredited facilities such as Bangkok Hospital and Bumrungrad, Thailand attracts a diverse international clientele and some of the world's top medical experts.
English is common throughout Thailand's major cities as it is taught to all Thai children in school. Western travelers in Thailand inevitably rave on the kindness and warmth of Thai people. Even as it continues to develop, the Western traveler will find every comfort and amenity offered in Thailand's hotels, restaurants and transportation system. Thailand's hospitals are famous for consistently delivering the highest nurse to patient ratios and arguably the best patient care in the world.
