Although Poland has long been known for its medical professionals it has only been recently when it emerged as an attractive medical travel destination. The accession to EU in 2004 has certainly helped. Since then, the medical and dental tourism has been on increase in Poland. There are a few valid reasons why Poland has become an attractive health tourism destination. Its central location in Europe makes it an easily accessible tourism destination. Number of European airlines now fly to most of the biggest cities in Poland. Additionally, the EU membership safeguards the rights of the patients from other states as well as demands the highest standard of medical care. This assures that any health care services in Poland conform with the strict European Union standards.
Thanks to relatively low cost of living, private health costs in Poland are of very good value to Western European patients. Dental care or cosmetic surgery treatments are on average 50% cheaper than in most of Western European states. Foreign patients are not only attracted by the low cost of service but also by the high class medical equipment, modern technologies and the highest quality of materials for procedures. Most of private clinics that care for foreign patients are ISO certified which provides just another layer of extra protection for their patients. English is widely spoken by health professionals in Poland. English language was made compulsory at majority of medical universities in Poland in the mid nineties.
Additionally, Poland with its rich history and beautiful natural landscapes is a growing in popularity tourism destination for Europeans.
