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A Global Guide to Medical Tourism

By Lynn Okura
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Thailand

Gastric Bypass Surgery
Popular destinations: Mexico, Costa Rica, Thailand

Remember that major, invasive surgeries like gastric bypass surgery require longer recovery periods. Woodman advises asking what recovery time your physician recommends and adding a few extra days, just to be safe.

Average gastric bypass surgery:
United States: $35,000
Thailand: $13,000

Bumrungrad Int'l Hospital in Thailand
Photo: Patients Beyond Borders
Published on November 06, 2009
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