Athens is becoming a major player in the medical travel industry. The city’s private healthcare facilities are internationally acclaimed for their innovative treatments, international partnerships, and excellent value for money compared to most western European capitals. Greece has one of the highest rates of doctors per capita in Europe and is recognised for its high-quality medical staff. The proximity of Athens to the United Arab Emirates, another big medical tourism market, is another key advantage.
Medical tourism in Athens feels like being on holiday. With over 300 sunny days a year, a string of luxury coastal resorts half an hour from the airport, and all the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, Athens offers the perfect environment for recuperation.
The combination of state-of-the-art medical facilities and Greek healthcare expertise have boosted the country’s attractiveness as a medical tourism destination. The 2017 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index by the World Economic Forum ranked Greece in 24th position (moving up from 31st in 2015) out of 136 countries assessed for the strength and competitiveness of their medical tourism market.
Most popular medical procedures in Athens
- IVF
- Cosmetic surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Dentistry
- Dialysis
- Hair transplants