Lanka turns towards medical tourism

Ruwini Jayawardana

Medical tourism had become the in thing in India and Comfort Healthcare (CHC) India, one of the most renowned medical tourism services providers in the country, decided to launch a branch in Sri Lanka enabling Sri Lankans the access to some of the latest medical facilities and treatments in the world.

The company’s packages are comprehensive and cost effective so that the patients will not find it a hassle to browse through various offers deciding on which medical package gives them the best deal. Specialized treatments such as Gamma Knife, Cyber Knife, PET CT Scans, CT Scan 128 Slice, Transplants, Cancer Treatment, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Eye and Vision, Dental, Cosmetic, Spinal and Back, Weight Loss Treatments and Assisted Reproduction are on offer.

Linked with over reputed 13 hospitals in India including Columbia Asia, Apollo, Fortis and Max Healthcare, CHC Sri Lanka guarantees patients that you can get the same quality treatments that you might get at other countries like Singapore for a far lesser price.

The company not only directs their patients to the best possible venue for treatment but also makes sure that the procedures of arranging visas, organizing travel and accommodation are under way.

They even look towards the aftercare of the patient after he or she returns to the island and makes sure that medical follow ups are done by specialized local doctors.

CHC’s in-house doctors are always ready at hand to give a word of advice and ensure that everything takes place according to the patient’s satisfaction. Services like airlines, hotel chains, serviced apartments, car rental companies, local tour services, housekeeping services, foreign exchange and visa services come free of charge with the package.

“Medical tourism is a thriving industry in India. The annual growth level of the sector is 30 percent.

The country offers some of the best healthcare facilities with greater cost efficiencies in comparison to other countries.

We are pleased to partner with Sri Lanka in this medical mission of offering the best services to local patients,” said CHC India Director P Varadan.

CHC Sri Lanka Chairman Manilal Fernando added that the company’s aim is to provide high quality healthcare at affordable prices to middle income families.

CHC consultant Dr Manil Fernando and CHC India Head of Operations Dr Muthanna were also present.