Partnering with International Hospitals for Medical Tourism
In Medical Tourism facilitation, a single partnership with the right international facilities can transform your Medical Tourism business.
Yet, with 1,000+ JCI-accredited facilities worldwide, how do you choose the right hospitals to connect with for the best possible outcomes for your patients?
This guide breaks down the process into 6 steps to partnering with international hospitals for Medical Tourism.
Better yet, with My 1Health, you can simplify each step. With our network of 150+ highly-vetted hospitals worldwide and a record of successfully facilitating 46,000+ patients, we are one of the best Global Medical Facilitators.
6 Steps to Partnering with International Hospitals for Medical Tourism
Step 1: Research and Identify Potential Hospital Partners
With the right partner, you can offer world-class medical treatments while maintaining high standards of patient care and satisfaction.
How to Research and Identifying Hospitals for Partnerships
1. Understanding Your Patients' Needs
Are they seeking affordable treatment, advanced procedures, or a particular specialty, like dental care, fertility treatments, or elective surgery?
Knowing your patient demographic will guide your search for hospitals that align with their needs.
2. Search for Accredited Hospitals
Where to find the best hospitals for Medical Tourism partnerships:
- International accreditation bodies (JCI, ISO, etc.)
- Medical Tourism networks and platforms
- Healthcare conferences or Medical Tourism expos
- Direct outreach to hospitals with international patient departments
Hospitals with Medical Tourism experience offer services such as online video consultation, airport pick-up & drop-offs, visa assistance, language translation and more.
3. Assess Specialisations and Expertise
Assess hospital’s success rates and their advanced methods of treatment in areas like cancer, wellness, or organ transplant.
A reliable hospital partner should offer not only excellent care but also understand the needs of international patients.
4. Evaluate Geographical Accessibility
Geographical convenience matters —hospitals near international airports, good transport facilities, tourist-friendly environments or in visa-friendly countries ensure smoother patient journeys
How My 1Health Elevates the Research Process
With My 1Health, you can streamline your research and save both time and effort by gaining access to:
- A Global Network of 150+ Accredited Facilities- Recognised for specialised and advanced care, ensuring high-quality options for your clients.
- Streamlined Partnerships with Trusted Providers- Our pre-established relationships with top-tier hospitals give you direct access to the best in the industry.
- Up-to-date Market Insights- Stay competitive with the latest Medical Tourism trends and best practices, giving you a strategic edge in the market.
By partnering with My 1Health, move forward with confidence, knowing you're choosing from the most reputable hospitals in the world.
Step 2: Evaluate Hospital Qualifications, Specialties, and Reputation
Choosing the right hospital for medical tourism partnerships is crucial.
Factors like accreditation, specialties offered, and a hospital’s reputation can significantly impact patient satisfaction and business success
How My 1Health Simplifies the Evaluation Process
With My 1Health, you can bypass the challenges of hospital evaluation and rely on our established network and expertise:
- Verified Accreditations: My 1Health ensures you work with internationally accredited hospitals, such as Anadolu Medical Centre in Turkey, which is JCI certified, saving you the hassle of independent verification.
- Specialisation Insights: Whether it’s advanced cardiology, oncology, or orthopaedics, My 1Health offers detailed profiles on hospitals and their best areas of specialisation.
- Reputation: We go beyond rankings to listen to real patient feedback. For example, Raffles in Singapore, one of our partner hospitals, is known for high its patient satisfaction scores
- Streamlined Decision-Making: With My 1Health, you’ll have a dedicated account executive who ensures that the process is seamless, from initial selection of the hospital for your client to final agreements.
By partnering with My 1Health, you gain access to a streamlined process that saves you time and keep you updated on the latest technology and treatment interventions
Step 3: Establish Strong Communication Channels with International Hospitals
Clear, responsive, and efficient communication with hospital partners reduces misunderstandings, streamlines logistics, and ensures a seamless experience for you and clients.
Here's how to establish communication channels that foster strong, long-term relationships with international hospitals, and how My 1Health simplifies this process for you.
Steps to Establish Effective Communication Channels
1. Designate a Key Point of Contact
Assign dedicated patient support specialists to act as liaisons between patients and hospitals. They ensure a smooth flow of information and help resolve issues promptly.
2. Choose Right Communication Tools
Use secure platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, or email for regular communication. For urgent matters, video conferencing tools like Zoom or Microsoft Teams are effective.
3. Schedule Regular Meetings and Updates
Set up consistent check-ins to discuss partnership updates, address challenges, and align on patient care goals.
4. Implement Real-Time Communication Technology
Utilise cloud-based patient management systems to facilitate real-time updates on patient progress and service outcomes, keeping everyone informed and connected.
The My 1Health Advantage in Communication
My 1Health makes communication seamless by:
- We ensure that you always have the right contact for every situation.
- Let our patient support specialists manage hospital communications for you, from getting treatment cost estimates to post-treatment follow-up for your client.
- Our Referral Partner Network System highlights hospitals known for excellence in specific specialities, from fertility clinics in the UAE to cancer centres in India.
- The system provides real-time updates on your client's progress and treatment plans, ensuring transparency at every step.
- My 1Health partners with hospitals that offer multilingual support to ensure seamless communication and personalised care for international patients.
Step 4: Negotiate Terms and Finalise the Partnership Agreement
Negotiating terms and finalising the partnership agreement with an international hospital is a critical step in ensuring the success of your Medical Tourism venture.
A well-crafted agreement sets the foundation for a transparent, mutually beneficial partnership, establishing roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
Here's how My 1Health makes it easier for you:
The My 1Health Advantage in Partnership Negotiations
- Access to a Trusted Global Network: When you partner with us, you gain immediate access to 1,700+ specialised healthcare professionals and 150+ healthcare and wellness facilities across the globe.
- Key Considerations Handled: We’ve taken care of every detail for you, from ensuring compliance with international regulations to securing competitive service rates.
- Earn as You Grow: With My 1Health, you earn service fees on every successful patient referral, creating a sustainable revenue stream for your business.
- Guided and Efficient Negotiations: Our existing partnership with hospitals saves you time and effort, eliminating extensive negotiations from scratch.
- Ongoing Support for Partnership Success: Our dedicated Account Executives provide continuous support, ensuring any issues that arise during the partnership are addressed promptly.
Step 5: Develop Shared Patient Referral Systems and Logistics
In Medical Tourism, patient referrals serve as the link between your clients and the healthcare providers abroad.
By implementing a smooth referral system, facilitators ensure patients receive timely, accurate information, which is key to their overall experience.
My 1Health plays a pivotal role in simplifying this process, offering expert guidance and logistical support.
How My 1Health Simplifies Referral Systems and Logistics
We act as a bridge between facilitators and hospitals, providing the infrastructure needed to manage patient referrals and logistics smoothly.
- Global Network of Trusted Partners: With My 1Health’s extensive network of international hospitals and wellness centres, you have access to a pre-established system, making the process much easier.
- Technology-Driven Solutions: My 1Health offers integrated software, The Referral Partner Network System, that allows for the secure exchange of patient information, treatment details, and automated payments.
- Logistics Support: Our team provides logistical support, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and ground transport facilitation, so you don’t have to worry about coordinating these details yourself.
- Dedicated Account Executive: At My 1Health, we assign dedicated account executives to help you navigate the referral process and ensure everything runs smoothly.
From patient intake to aftercare, we’re with you every step of the way.
Step 6: Monitor and Evaluate the Partnership’s Success Over Time
Regularly assessing the quality of services, communication, and operational efficiency allows you to adjust strategies before minor issues become major challenges.
By tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as patient satisfaction, treatment outcomes, and referral volume, you can ensure that your partnerships continue to deliver value.
This step can sometimes be challenging, but with My 1Health, you can rely on our expert tools and support to make the process seamless and effective.
How My 1Health Enhances Monitoring and Evaluation
My 1Health provides comprehensive tools and support to streamline the process of monitoring and evaluating your partnerships, ensuring that you can focus on growing your business while we handle the complexities.
- We offer tailored reporting systems through our Referral Partner Network System that track all essential metrics for our partnership.
- With My 1Health, our platform allows you to generate in-depth reports on patient feedback, referral success, treatment outcomes, and more, helping you make data-driven decisions.
- We do performance reviews to ensure that your partnership with us remains aligned with your goals. Our experts will help you assess each partner’s performance and identify opportunities for optimisation.
- Using advanced predictive analytics, My 1Health helps forecast trends in patient referrals and treatment success, allowing you to proactively adjust strategies and identify high-performing partners for future growth.
Explore Our Success Stories: Real-Life Case Studies of Medical Tourism Partnerships
At My 1Health, we have had the privilege of helping numerous Medical Tourism facilitators successfully refer clients to leading international hospitals.
Our case studies provide real-world examples of how our expertise and network have empowered businesses to expand their reach, streamline their operations, and deliver exceptional patient care.
Discover how our tailored solutions and end-to-end support have made a lasting impact on our clients’ success.
Conclusion: Elevate Your Medical Tourism Business with My 1Health
Partnering with reputable international hospitals and wellness facilities is a crucial step in growing your Medical Tourism business.
From research and evaluation to ongoing monitoring, each stage presents unique challenges.
However, with My 1Health as your trusted partner, these challenges become opportunities for success.
Our expertise, global network, and data-driven approach ensure that every step is optimised for your long-term growth and seamless collaboration.
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