Medical Tourism in India: Growth or Dilemma

Authors

  • Bhawna SHARMA Amity University
  • J.K. SHARMA
  • Sudir PADROO India Medtronic

Abstract

This study highlights the major trust areas, where the medical tourists are considering India as the country of choice. This study revolves around highlighting the reasons for which medical tourists recognize India as the perfect destination. The study investigates the framework of Medical Tourism in India, as the platform for medical tourists who seek low cost treatments with less waiting time. The study also revolves around identifying the core competencies of Indian Medical Tourism market, which makes it as the strategic thrust for the future growth drivers of the healthcare industry. The study is based upon the data collected through primary research, as well as secondary research from hospitals website, India’s Ministry of Health website and from the website of National Association of Health Tourism.

Author Biography

Bhawna SHARMA, Amity University

ACCF, AMity University

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Published

2016-06-30

How to Cite

SHARMA, B., SHARMA, J., & PADROO, S. (2016). Medical Tourism in India: Growth or Dilemma. Management Dynamics in the Knowledge Economy, 4(2), 277–290. Retrieved from https://www.managementdynamics.ro/index.php/journal/article/view/178

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2016): Issue 12

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