2024 World Medical Tourism Congress and Expo to Showcase Latest Innovations
Staff writer, HospiMedica International
Posted on July 3, 2024
The 2024 World Medical Tourism Conference and Medical Tourism Expo (Haikou, China), together with the 8th Hainan International Health Industry Expo, will be held from November 15th to 17th, 2024 at the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center, Haikou, China. The event will serve as a comprehensive platform for dialogue and collaboration in the field of medical tourism. It is expected to attract nearly 300 international hospitals and medical tourism service providers from around the world, showcasing a variety of distinctive medical services from different countries. The expo will not only facilitate connections between medical consumers and top international medical tourism providers, but also enable distributors and service providers to gain insights into the latest trends in global medical tourism, discover promising projects, and explore new business opportunities.
China has an estimated 200 million outbound tourists annually, representing nearly 200 countries, and their high purchasing power indicates a high demand for medical and healthcare services. Recognized as China’s international free trade zone and tourism island, Hainan offers unique advantages, including favorable tax regimes and trade benefits, which create an ideal environment for hosting a medical tourism exhibition. In addition, Hainan allows visa-free entry for tourism groups from 59 countries, enhancing its attractiveness as a destination for international participants and visitors.
Image: Around 300 international hospitals are expected to participate in the expo (Photo courtesy of World Medical Tourism Exhibition)
Hainan Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone, a national-level pilot zone, maintains direct ties with most of the world’s top pharmaceutical and medical device companies. The park is home to 135 oncology and rare disease treatments and devices not yet listed in China, highlighting its leadership in medical innovation. Hainan’s medical tourism services range from fertility treatments and intensive care to comprehensive health check-ups and anti-aging therapies, catering to the needs of domestic and international customers seeking high-quality medical solutions.
China has emerged as one of the largest international markets for medical tourism, with huge growth potential. By hosting the World Medical Tourism Expo, Hainan province will not only boost the country’s medical tourism sector, but also cater to the advanced medical needs of customers from around the world. The event will provide health consumers with an opportunity to access world-class medical resources, connect with leading medical tourism experts from around the world, and customize their personal medical travel plans from within China.
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