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Bahrain, with its proximity to Europe, believes it has the potential tobecome one of the best medical tourism destinations along with the UAE andJordan in the Middle East.
The UAE and Jordan are attracting a large number of medical tourists fromGCC countries and a few from Europe. Both have positioned themselves asmedical tourism destinations. Bahrain has a first rate healthcare systemthat claims to be cheaper than both rivals and many Western countries.Bahrain is one of the fastest growing economies in the Middle East and is apeaceful nation.
The country seeks to create a niche market and target tourists for openheart and cosmetic surgery, hip and knee replacements, and dentistry ataffordable prices. What Bahrain does not have is a master plan anddetermination to implement it as the UAE and Jordan have done. It also needsto invest in hospitals, clinics, staff and other infrastructure. It lacks askilled workforce that is needed to handle accommodation, travelrequirements, marketing and other services to attract tourists.
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