Global Health Voyager, Inc., a publicly-traded, full-service, international medical tourism company, announced a new round-the-clock nursing support service for its users.
“Our upcoming phone support option will give patients 24-hour access to highly-qualified registered nurses,” said Ali Moussavi, CEO of Global Health Voyager. “We match nurses with patients based on their particular ailment or condition. This solution is especially valuable in today’s confusing and costly healthcare system. It gives the patient the confidence and peace of mind they need when evaluating health services, scheduling procedures and actually going through with treatments.” The new service is just one of several value-added Global Health Voyager offerings that include:
- A leading-edge medical tourism smart phone app
- An HSA (Health Savings Account) cash rewards program
- Access to cutting-edge medical treatments
- Advanced surgical care abroad from leading international medical facilities
“All of our services are designed to put power back into the hands of the patient,” said Moussavi. “They need affordable, high-quality access to treatment choices, surgery options, aftercare and nursing support.” The new 24-hour nursing support services are scheduled to launch in the second quarter of 2012. The cost structure and tiered support offerings are currently under consideration. Moussavi expects to offer the service to current Global Health Voyager members for a small fee. That fee will be waived for one year if the person schedules a qualifying Global Health Voyager procedure. Global Health Voyager is a leader in the medical tourism industry. The company guides patients through the process of selecting a foreign medical facility for medical procedures. Many patients are attracted to international medical services because:
- Specific services are not available in their country
- Their health insurance does not cover the full cost of the procedures
- They are unwilling to endanger their health because of high treatment costs in their local country
“Healthcare costs have skyrocketed in recent years,” said Moussavi. “However, international travel costs are reasonable, and healthcare technology advancements are now readily available all over the world.” Communication resources and educational opportunities have played a significant role. As a result, patients can find quality consulting, procedures and aftercare in countries where healthcare costs are lower. “The open flow of education and scientific resources means that more affordable, high-quality healthcare is readily available,” said Moussavi.