2010 Testimonials from the World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

“I have attended many health care conferences across Middle East, Asia pacific and North America in 2010. I found the Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress the best and really impressed by the way the entire conference was organised.  The networking software and sessions were really helpful to meet the policy makers and other senior professionals from across the globe. I will definitely be attending the 2011 Conference in Chicago.”
~ Jai Verma, Regional Director-Cross Border Solutions- Middle East ,Africa & India, UnitedHealth International

"The 2010 Global Health Congress was an impressive gathering of global experts in healthcare from all over the world.   A variety of topics encompassing both medical tourism and international healthcare environments in Asia, Middle East and South America were showcased in impressive presentations throughout the week.  The networking opportunities were invaluable consisting of high level leaders and key decision makers in the healthcare institutions, governments and consultants.  This is a key conference to attend for current and future leaders in Global Medical Tourism and Healthcare."
~ Michael Hess, Managing Principal- Healthcare Practice Leader, Perkins+Will

"You can't appreciate the length and breadth of the Medical Tourism Industry until you get all those folks in a room and listen to their shared experiences.  The World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress was the perfect forum for bringing together stakeholders from all over the world to help find common ground on shared health resources.  It is an absolute must for any medical provider looking for global reach for their services."
~ Michael Bertaut, Senior Healthcare Intelligence Analyst, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

"Because globalization of healthcare services is relatively new, the World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress, provides an efficient face-to-face experience with healthcare, insurance, medical travel industry professionals. I continue to learn new ideas, services, and "best" practices that we consider incorporating in our own self-funded health and worker's compensation plans."
~ Jack Norton, MBA/PHR, Human Resource Manager, Blue Lake Casino & Hotel

"Our business sends European patients to have surgery abroad. At the World Medical Tourism Congress I established contact with both hospital groups and key officials from almost every potential medical tourism destination in the world. Through these contacts we can now expand our network of destination hospitals in a scale that otherwise would have been impossible."
~ Patrick Blasone, Mylooks Danmark SMBA

"The World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress's VIP Program allowed me the opportunity to explore many new programs to help my clients cut benefit costs and offer their employees more choices in getting the best healthcare possible. Without the VIP Program, I would have missed this valuable opportunity. I made many, many great contacts and learned so much. I can't wait to come back next year!"
~ Stephanie R. Manley, RHU, CPIW, Senior Associate, Mercer

"As an Insurance Broker, it was helpful to connect with employers and facilitators and learn new ways to incorporate Medical Travel in employer sponsored health Plans."
~ Tino Versoza, VP Employee Benefits Division, Heffernan Insurance Brokers

“The World Medical Tourism and Healthcare Congress is the most important gathering of Healthcare professionals to learn about more information about the issues we all face in today’s market. When it comes to the issues about  Healthcare Reform, nearly every piece of information is discussed to aid implementation once and when it becomes law. The Congress also allows for networking with the current and new vendors and facilitators to make sound decisions as to where to send our clients for alternative practical costs for exceptional medical and dental treatment.”
~ Ramon Sandoval, Trusted Insurance Services

“Our company as many other companies in these economic times face tighter budgets. The Buyer VIP pass made it possible, so that I could attend such an amazing event. The World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress allowed me to sit in on educational sessions and network with other leading Insurance and HR professionals on informative Healthcare choices of today. I will definitely be submitting my application for 2011 Conference in Chicago.”
~ Loren Martinez, Account Manager, Webb and Greer Insurance

“I have attended all three Annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress and with each experienced a higher level of commitment and professional expertise from global attendees and it’s speakers. I can think of no other event where an underwriting opportunity could have a bigger impact in being able to mingle and absorb a wealth of industry knowledge while expensing nothing but time.” 
~ Armando F. Polanco, Principal Managing Partner, Texas Benefits

2009 Testimonials from the World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

”As the Platinum Sponsor, we would like to congratulate the Medical Tourism Association for organizing this event and providing a platform for the global industry players to network. The workshop, conference, exhibition and one-on-one meetings were beneficial for us to gain insights and exposure on the global medical tourism scene. Malaysia had more than 100 one-on-one meetings with potential clients and look forward to establish more business opportunities in events to come.”
~ Mr. Say Chuan Ooi, Chief Executive Officer, Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council, Ministry of Health Malaysia

“It was one of the best organized and informative meetings I have ever attended.”
~Mehmet Utku Barin, International Marketing Manager, Memorial Healthcare Group

“Very rich event, got the opportunity to learn about the industry; Network meetings with facilitators will definitely increase revenue of our clinic . It was very worth it, the time and money invested on this event will payback easily; for sure we will be there next year!”
~ Elias Bemaras, CEO- ProgenCell, Stem cell therapies

"Excellent networking!"
~ Michael I. Kent, Founder & Principal, Health Access Solutions International, LLC

“The 2nd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress in Los Angeles exceeded my expectations in the networking connectivity and educational expansion of the industry. I have already cleared my schedule for next years event in Los Angeles.”
~ Armando F. Polanco, Principal Managing Partner Texas Benefits

" I wish to congratulate the MTA for a most successful and enlightening conference.”
~ Vernice Walkine, Director-General – Island of the Bahamas

“The face time at the exhibit hall provided valuable insight of varying country’s medical facilities and services, its infrastructure, traditional values and culture.”
~ Jackie Schulte, SPHR/GPHR, SGS Tool Company

“This congress was both a tremendous professional experience and an extremely entertaining event.”
~ Dr. Jean-Marcel Guillon, General Director, FV Hospital Vietnam

“I wish to congratulate Jonathan, Renee, the MTA board and its staff for a successful congress. The networking proved to be very fruitful and the learning sessions expanded my knowledge about the latest in the industry. I trust that harmony and singleness in purpose among our colleagues will continue to prevail in this industry that we all love and serve."
~ Cynthia Carrion, Undersecretary of Tourism – Philippines

“I was impressed to see how well attended the conference was, and Secondly, by the vast number of countries that attended.”
~ Ricardo Forbes, MBA, Marketing Manager, Thomas E. Mestmaker Insurance & Associates, Inc

2008 Testimonials from the World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress

“It was most impressive in its organization and execution, and helped us industry participants show the world that this is a professional emerging industry with great potential. Los Angeles will give us another great opportunity to present our consulting and marketing services to foreign-based hospitals, clinics and governments, and to U.S. employers, insurance companies and government."
Alex Piper, President, OneWorld Global Healthcare Solutions

"As a journalist, the conference gave great insight into the medical tourism industry and gave me the opportunity to interview doctors, facilitators and even some patients who had procedures done outside the U.S. It was a great way to make contacts and get educated about a potentially booming industry."
Jared Shelley, Staff Writer, Human Resource Executive magazine

“I very much enjoyed the conference. This was a tremendous opportunity to really see first hand the number and type of international providers focused on the US marketplace.”
Matt Leming, Vice President, Swiss Re

“We were very impressed with the conference: The number of attendees was unparalleled. Equally important, those people represented organizations of key interest to us: insurance companies, insurance consultants/brokers, TPAs, etc. Finally, because this conference was dedicated to the industry: the energy level was incredible and everybody reached out to each other to network and learn more of the latest developments. Congrats Medical Tourism Association for putting this excellent conference together and thereby help move our industry forward.”
Wouter Hoeberechts, CEO, WorldMed Assist

“I have yet to attend another Medical Tourism Conference which has brought together so many like minded people who were looking for answers as to where to go or where to send their patients and who to link up with. The formal and informal dinners and cocktails were also fabulous for so many of us to get to know each other. The highlight was the Gala Dinner. “
Dato Jacob Thomas, President, Private Hospital Association of Malaysia

'The medical tourism industry seems poised to grow in volume and significance within the next few years. Participation in the MTA Congress provided an excellent opportunity for Singapore’s public healthcare group to network and showcase our JCI accredited facilities.'
Ms Judy Lim, Director, Marketing, MOH Holdings Pte Ltd, Singapore

"The conference offered a splendid opportunity to interact with a diverse group of participants and hear the latest thinking on medical travel and global networks."
Lorna Friedman, Senior Medical Officer Strategy and Emerging Markets, CIGNA