In India you can get a heart surgery by a renowned cardiac surgeon in a world-class facility for a tenth of its tag price in the US. Similarly, in Mexico you can have dental implants at a 70% discount compared to the US. Medical tourism is on the rise in the United States. But what you should remember when shopping for healthcare overseas is that not all providers are top class and that botched jobs do happen in reality.

Research is the key. You should do your due diligence before embarking on your medical journey.

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