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How a Retired Couple Found Affordable Cancer Care Abroad

Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired early so they could travel the world. They’ve been living this way for over 30 years. But things changed when Akaisha found out she had stage 3 breast cancer. They had to decide if they would go back to the U.S. for treatment or find care in another country. They […]

Take Your Medical Tourism Startup to the Next Level with the Elite Membership

Starting a medical travel company can be overwhelming, but with the Facilitator Elite Membership, you’ll have everything you need to get your business off the ground. This membership includes ready-made contracts, expert consulting, and training to help you build a successful medical tourism agency. The Elite Membership includes two certifications, which makes it a good […]

Managing Cancellations in Medical Tourism: The Importance of a Refund Policy

Imagine this: a client books a procedure, and a week before they fly out, an emergency forces them to cancel. They ask for their deposit back. What should you do? The answer is simple—it depends on your refund policy. If your refund policy is unclear or missing, it can cause confusion and frustration for both […]

Matching the Right Provider for Your Medical Tourism Clients

When a prospective client contacts you, your role is to guide them toward the right option based on the hospitals or clinics you already work with. As a facilitator, you should be familiar with the services, specialties, and strengths of each provider in your network. This allows you to explain their differences clearly and help […]

The First Questions to Ask Medical Travel Clients

As a medical tourism facilitator, asking the right questions is the first step in making sure a potential client is a good fit for the procedure they’re seeking abroad. While vetting them, your goal shouldn’t just be to collect information—it should be to create a two-way conversation that feels natural. It’s important to understand the […]

The Right Way to Discuss Prices with Medical Tourism Clients

When working with self-pay clients, money is usually one of their biggest concerns. These clients often don’t have insurance, are underinsured, or are paying out of pocket for procedures that aren’t covered by their plan. That means they’ll pay close attention to the cost of treatment, travel, and other related expenses when deciding whether to […]

How to Address Client Concerns About Safety, Risks, and Medical Complications

When a medical tourist hires you to coordinate their trip, one of your key responsibilities is to guide them through the process and address any questions or concerns they may have. As you speak with more prospects, you’ll begin to notice common questions—one of the most frequent being: “What happens if something goes wrong during […]

How to Talk to Clients About Medical Travel Risks

Safety is one of the biggest concerns for medical tourists, especially those accustomed to specific healthcare standards and regulations, which can make the idea of getting treatment abroad feel a bit intimidating. They may ask questions like, “Can I trust this doctor?” or “Are the hospitals as good as the ones in my country?” The […]

Putting Clients First: Key Tips to Improve the Medical Travel Experience

A big part of being a medical tourism facilitator is serving as an advocate for your clients. You should always focus on what is best for them, from start to finish. This means offering support beyond just the basics to make sure they have a positive experience. As a patient advocate, your job is to […]

Malaysia: 5 Steps to Start a Medical Tourism Company

Malaysia is a well-known place for medical tourism. Many people from around the world go there every year to get medical care. The hospitals are modern, the doctors are well-trained, and the cost is much lower than in places like the United States. Common treatments in Malaysia include heart surgery and fertility help. The care […]