Foreign patients prefer to receive treatment in Iran than in Europe: Raeisi
Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has lauded the Islamic Republic’s achievements in the health sector, saying that health tourism in the country has attracted patients from neighboring countries and even Central Asian states who prefer to get medical care in Iran rather than in Europe.
Raeisi made the remarks on Friday as he inaugurated Ghadir Major Hospital in the north of the Iranian capital of Tehran, Press TV reported. He highlighted Iran’s status as a hub for health tourism in West Asia, saying that patients from regional countries and even Central Asian states choose to come to the country over Europe for treatment.
This is because of the lower costs and high expertise available in Iran, Raeisi said.
A large, modern, and well-equipped center that meets international standards, Ghadir Hospital has an area of 62,000 square meters, divided into five blocks and 13 floors. It can accommodate 821 patients in different departments, such as smart operating rooms, CCU, NICU, ICU, LDR delivery, and emergency.
The hospital has been equipped with the latest technologies in the world to provide high-quality care. It has been described as one of the leading hospitals in West Asia.
Iran’s success in becoming a prominent destination for health tourism can be attributed to its well-established health care infrastructure, highly skilled medical professionals, and advanced medical facilities.