Title: Challenges in Medical Tourism

Abstract:

Medical tourism has rapidly evolved as patients increasingly seek quality healthcare beyond their home countries. While the sector offers significant opportunities for economic growth and access to specialized care, it faces numerous challenges. These include regulatory differences across countries, quality assurance and patient safety concerns, ethical considerations, and logistical barriers such as travel, insurance, and post-treatment care. In this session, Ms. Cheurombo Pswarayi will explore these challenges in depth, providing insights from her experience in leading Medtours Africa. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the complexities of medical tourism and strategies to navigate and overcome these barriers, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient healthcare travel experiences.

Biography:

Ms. Cheurombo Pswarayi is the Founder and CEO of Medtours Africa, a leading organization facilitating medical tourism across the African continent. With extensive experience in healthcare management and international patient services, she has been instrumental in creating pathways that connect patients to high-quality medical care while addressing the unique challenges of cross-border healthcare. Ms. Pswarayi is recognized for her expertise in navigating regulatory, logistical, and ethical aspects of medical tourism, and she is committed to promoting safe, ethical, and accessible healthcare travel.