El medical tourism en Quintana Roo has experienced significant growth in recent years, with projections indicating a 20% increase in patient recruitment for this sector. This increase will allow the entity close 2024 with a turnover of close to 200 million dollars.
According to Andrés Jurado, president of the Medical Tourism Commission of the Employers' Confederation of the Mexican Republic (Coparmex) In Cancun, the economic impact generated by this segment is expected to reach nearly 200 million dollars by the end of 2024.
“In total, we are still in the year 20,000 or 25,000 patients, divided into multiple specialties, since very important investments have been arriving in cutting-edge dental treatments and wellness health patients. who are finding more and better options for treatment and combining them with the facilities that this destination offers them,” said Andrés Jurado.
The specialties What the international patient is most demanding in Cancun are: dentistry, plastic, bariatric and orthopedic surgery, as well as aesthetic medicine, regenerative medicine, anti-aging and fertility medicine.
One of The key factors behind this growth are expansion and modernization of the medical infrastructure in the northern area of Quintana Roo.
Significant investments have been made in clinics and hospitals, allowing us to offer high-quality medical services at competitive prices.
This improvement in infrastructure not only attracts domestic patients, but also international ones, who are looking for accessible and effective medical treatments.
Quintana Roo, known for its beautiful beaches and tourist attractions, is positioning itself as a privileged destination for medical tourism. The combination of advanced medical services and an attractive tourist environment allows patients to receive treatments while enjoying a vacation.
This approach has been instrumental in promoting medical tourism in the region.
Medical tourism in Quintana Roo: Challenges and opportunities
Despite growth, the sector faces significant challenges, such as the need for increased promotion and marketing to attract more patients.
Jurado emphasized that it is crucial to implement effective strategies that highlight the advantages of medical tourism in Quintana Roo and that differentiate it from other competing destinations.
In addition, there is a call to improve regulations and standards to ensure the safety and quality of the services offered.
With projected growth and continued investments in medical infrastructure, the future of medical tourism in the state looks promising.
The region is anticipated to continue to attract increasing numbers of patients seeking specialist medical care, contributing significantly to the local economy.
Collaboration between the private sector and government authorities will be essential to capitalize on these opportunities and meet the challenges that arise.
