Cara West had never seen such a gorgeous hospital.
The 34-year-old is traveling the world with her husband and toddler and often seeks medical care abroad rather than in their hometown of Austin, Texas. Last summer, they flew to Istanbul for a primary care check-up. They stayed at a hotel, boarded the morning shuttle arranged by their medical tourism agency, and began a full-day itinerary.
Each family member received bloodwork, scans, an EKG, and doctor consultations over the next few hours. West’s daughter even got her eyes checked. As a midday break, they ordered lunch at the hospital’s restaurant, complete with a menu featuring items like veggie omelettes and raspberry cheesecake. It all felt
Medical Tourism: US Family Went to Turkey for Healthcare, Saved Money
