Türkiye ranks among the top five countries in medical tourism and is in the top ten for health services exports globally.
Dr. Yasemin Savas, President of the Medical Aesthetics Medicine Association (MESTDER), shared these figures during the seventh International Medical Aesthetics Congress held in Antalya.
The congress, organized by MESTDER, addressed topics such as advancements in medical aesthetics, effective safety measures against unlicensed procedures, and popular treatments like mesotherapy, fillers, and hair transplantation.
Presentations covered innovations in laser technology, radiofrequency, and ultrasound applications, reflecting Türkiye’s growing role in the global medical tourism industry.
Türkiye has become a significant global player in health tourism thanks to its use of advanced technology, highly skilled health personnel, and excellent healthcare facilities.
Dr. Savas emphasized
She added that these factors have positioned the country as an essential destination for medical aesthetics.
Türkiye has seen a sharp increase in health tourism revenues over the years. Dr. Savas pointed out that revenues rose from $203 million in 2003 to $2.2 billion in 2022. For 2024, Türkiye aims to welcome 2 million health tourists and generate $3 billion in income.
Dr. Savas attributed this growth to policies and incentives from the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Trade.
The number of accredited healthcare facilities in Türkiye is rapidly increasing thanks to government support. Sustaining this success depends on increasing sector awareness and encouraging widespread adoption of proper practices.
Dr. Savas explained
