SAGE News Clips: Rising International Health TourismThis video chronicles the rise of international health tourism. India is becoming a top destination for travelers seeking health care. While some are primarily tourists who have minor dental or cosmetic procedures, others are pursuing major surgeries including open heart surgeries or joint replacements. The low cost and excellent standards of care offer an enticing alternative to the high costs of procedures in the United States and other countries. Dr. Naresh Trehan, President of the Indian Healthcare Federation, states that they are pursuing a common fee for procedures as well as a standard code of ethics to govern medical care for tourists.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page
334, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Medical tourism is an example of which of the following current challenges to the medical profession?
A. bureaucratization of medical practices
B. fragmentation of medical specialties
C. globalization and the information revolution
D. erosion of trust in the doctor-patient relationship
Answer: C
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