CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF MEDICAL TOURISM IN GEORGIA
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Vardishvili Lali, Vanishvili Merab
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Following the latest literary sources and diverse factual materials, the present scientific article explores the challenges and development prospects of medical tourism in Georgia.
More specifically, the aim of this study is to identify the factors and challenges hindering the development of medical tourism in Georgia. It also aims to offer relevant recommendations based on the analysis of the results obtained, both in the hospital sector and on the systemic level.
Based on the study results, relevant conclusions and recommendations were made. It was established that the development of medical tourism requires the promotion and positioning of the destination country as that of medical tourism, as shown in strengthening the government involvement and its role. It is also important to develop a strategic plan for the development of medical tourism, which should ensure the integrated functioning of state agencies in this respect.
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Vardishvili Lali, Vanishvili Merab
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