A long-time world leader in specialist surgery, the UK remains the number one choice for people who want to combine quality care with a fascinating vacation. Whether you choose to stay among the world-class theaters and museums of London, in a bustling metropolitan center like Manchester or Liverpool, or among the scenic hills of Scotland, you'll enjoy the perfect break.

    The United Kingdom offers a unique combination of rustic charm and first rate medical facilities. It has long been a pioneering country in terms of its healthcare system. The UK is an appealing choice for medical Tourists as it offers not only World Class medical care but also fantastic sight-seeing opportunities. There is no need to travel far to experience the vacation of a lifetime. If you want to explore the wonderful British countryside and coasts, most major cities are just a drive or train-ride from a beach or picture-perfect rolling countryside. 

      Each major UK city has its own identity and heritage and offers visitors numerous options for entertainment such as museums, concerts, theatre and concerts. Wherever you want to visit, it is never a long journey so your vacation could take in not only the city lights of London or the historical docks in Liverpool but also perhaps the Jurassic Coast in the south of the country or the rugged moors in the north.

      It is a destination which offers something for everyone, both in terms of a vacation and medical treatment. It’s healthcare system is admired universally and the great Medical Care offered in the UK can not only provide patients with fantastic medical treatment but also peace of mind.

     The United Kingdom boasts some of the best medical facilities in the world. It has first-rate hospitals and clinics in all major cities and towns many of which are have specialist departments run by first-rate medical staff. The UK offers Medical Tourists healthcare in many fields with cosmetic surgery, dental procedures and orthopaedics being popular treatment areas. Public healthcare in the UK comprises four publically funded systems, the NHS, NHS Scotland, NHS Wales and the HSC in Northern Ireland. High quality free healthcare is offered to all UK citizens. The Private sector is mainly made up of specialist hospitals and clinics many of which also do work for the Public Sector. Most of UK's hospitals are adjacent to good hotels so you can move out as soon as you're ready but still have staff nearby in case of problems and many hospitals and clinics offer accommodation and aftercare facilities.

     The UK has leading plastic surgery facilities in many major cities including London, Liverpool and Glasgow, and high standards for all its hospitals, which have to be certified by the independent Care Quality Commission. Doctors educated in the UK undergo a minimum of five years' initial training followed by specialist training in their areas of interest. They are subject to regular checks, as are the facilities they work in, and are required to be fully insured. This means that there is a very low risk of anything going wrong.

     Visitors are often struck by how many things there are to see and do in the UK in such a compact space. You can travel from London to Aberdeen by rail in just seven hours. There are many different types of beautiful countryside to enjoy, from the soft rolling hills of southern England to the sweeping vistas of the Lake District to the north, or the rugged Scottish islands. It's easy to take a day trip to the beach or see a historic castle. All the major cities have fabulous museums and galleries, many of which are free to enter. You can tour Buckingham Palace or get your photo taken beside Big Ben, all with minimal exertion. If it’s pampering you’re after post-treatment, the UK also has a variety of Spas and Wellness centres dotted around the country which offer the perfect surroundings in which to relax and recuperate.

     Flights to the UK from the US start at as little as $150. You will need a medical visa to enter the country for the purposes of receiving treatment, but this is fairly easy to get and you can apply online. You can find attractive accommodation across a range of price bands. City accommodation starts at around $40 a night and you can stay in a five-star hotel in London for as little $120 a night. UK electricity runs at 230 volts so if you're bringing electronic equipment with you, you may need an adaptor. Your hotel staff will usually be able to help with any problems of this sort. Many Medical Facilitators will offer packages which include accommodation, sight-seeing packages and transport. The UK is served by a large number of airlines internationally with major airports in all large cities.