MEDVIAJES / RESEARCH

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#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#1	IstanbulTürkiye	99.0	World leader in hair transplantation and cosmetic surgery, boasting a high density of JCI-accredited hospitals and all-inclusive packages.
2	#71	DaeguSouth Korea	88.0	Self-proclaimed 'Medi-City', leading specialized hub for advanced hair transplant techniques and integration of traditional Korean medicine.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#2	BangkokThailand	98.5	Southeast Asian healthcare leader, famous for elite cosmetic and reconstructive surgery in world-class hospitals like Bumrungrad.
2	#4	SeoulSouth Korea	98.0	Plastic surgery capital of the world, internationally renowned for pioneering techniques, elite surgeons, and extreme technological innovation.
3	#14	DubaiUnited Arab Emirates	96.0	Global luxury hub attracting internationally renowned plastic surgeons and offering exclusive 5-star medical facilities.
4	#26	PhuketThailand	94.5	Premier destination merging high-quality plastic surgery with luxury recovery packages in beachfront resorts.
5	#32	Sao PauloBrazil	94.0	The capital of plastic surgery in South America, boasting JCI-accredited hospitals and world-renowned aesthetic surgeons.
6	#34	CancunMexico	93.5	Combines high-quality plastic surgeries with the appeal of recovering in luxury Mexican Caribbean resorts.
7	#39	MedellinColombia	92.5	Globally famous for high-quality plastic and reconstructive surgery, boasting highly experienced, board-certified surgeons.
8	#42	IzmirTürkiye	92.0	Prominent cosmetic surgery and dental hub offering a peaceful recovery experience along the Aegean coast.
9	#44	ParisFrance	92.0	Highly reputed center for cosmetic medicine and plastic surgery, attracting global patients for elegant and safe results.
10	#55	Cape TownSouth Africa	90.5	Pioneer in 'safari medical tourism' for plastic surgery, offering excellent aesthetic surgeons and private recovery in nature reserves.
11	#62	Rio de JaneiroBrazil	90.0	Combines world-class body contouring surgeries with scenic recovery in one of the world's most famous coastal cities.
12	#66	LiberiaCosta Rica	89.0	Rapid access to plastic surgery and regenerative medicine close to Guanacaste's most exclusive eco-resorts.
13	#68	Panama CityPanama	89.0	Excellent private healthcare infrastructure associated with US institutions, specializing in aesthetic surgery and stem cell therapies.
14	#70	GuadalajaraMexico	88.5	Prominent aesthetic and reconstructive surgery hub backed by board-certified surgeons and competitive pricing.
15	#72	CaliColombia	88.0	Highly competitive aesthetic surgery hub specializing in body contouring, known for its low costs and expert surgeons.
16	#74	MiamiUnited States	88.0	Premier cosmetic surgery hub for North and Latin American patients seeking elite board-certified plastic surgeons.
17	#83	EscazuCosta Rica	87.0	Premium suburb hosting exclusive cosmetic surgery clinics and highly rated post-operative recovery centers.
18	#85	Santo DomingoDominican Republic	87.0	Highly popular Caribbean destination for cosmetic surgeries and body contouring, backed by internationally certified plastic surgeons.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#5	RochesterUnited States	98.0	Home of the prestigious Mayo Clinic, consistently ranked the world's top hospital, offering unmatched diagnostic precision in oncology.
2	#7	SingaporeSingapore	97.5	One of the world's absolute best healthcare systems; a global leader in highly complex oncology and premium multidisciplinary care.
3	#9	MumbaiIndia	97.0	Powerhouse for advanced oncology, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplants with globally recognized specialists.
4	#16	HoustonUnited States	96.0	The MD Anderson Cancer Center is the world's premier institution dedicated exclusively to advanced oncology treatment and research.
5	#23	BerlinGermany	95.0	Massive university hospital networks leading cancer research and offering cutting-edge personalized oncology therapies.
6	#24	Tel AvivIsrael	95.0	Global leader in cancer research and advanced immunotherapies at JCI-accredited centers like Sourasky (Ichilov).
7	#25	TokyoJapan	95.0	Global technological leader in oncology and advanced diagnostic imaging, renowned for precise heavy-ion cancer therapies.
8	#28	MadridSpain	94.5	Cutting-edge oncology hospitals leading global clinical trials and offering next-generation radiotherapy treatments.
9	#29	LondonUnited Kingdom	94.5	Home to legendary medical research centers offering personalized oncology treatments and specialized medical second opinions.
10	#30	HeidelbergGermany	94.0	Home to one of the world's most advanced proton and carbon ion therapy centers for complex cancer tumors.
11	#31	New YorkUnited States	94.0	Hosts leading cancer centers like Memorial Sloan Kettering, offering the most advanced immunotherapies and clinical trials globally.
12	#35	TorontoCanada	93.5	Internationally recognized for world-class academic cancer research centers and pioneering biomedical trials.
13	#36	Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates	93.0	Cutting-edge complex medicine backed by international partnerships like the Cleveland Clinic, leading in oncology and cardiology.
14	#38	PenangMalaysia	92.5	Famed regional medical tourism center specializing in oncology and cardiology with outstanding tourism infrastructure.
15	#40	BostonUnited States	92.5	Renowned medical institutions affiliated with Harvard University, leading in medical precision, oncology, and complex organ transplants.
16	#41	ViennaAustria	92.5	Premier private hospitals adhering to rigorous European standards of precision oncology and cardiovascular medicine.
17	#50	ShanghaiChina	91.5	Massive oncology research centers offering pioneering immunotherapies like CAR-T cell trials on an international scale.
18	#58	AnkaraTürkiye	90.0	High-complexity medical hub with prestigious university hospitals specializing in oncology and neurosurgery.
19	#61	BeijingChina	90.0	Leading national academic hospitals providing advanced proton beam therapies and integrative medical treatments.
20	#65	GurgaonIndia	89.0	State-of-the-art hospitals equipped with advanced oncology systems like CyberKnife, radiotherapy, and proton therapy.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#3	New DelhiIndia	98.0	Advanced medical facilities performing complex cardiac surgeries and transplants at a fraction of Western costs.
2	#8	ClevelandUnited States	97.5	The Cleveland Clinic is globally recognized as the undisputed leader in cardiovascular surgery and complex cardiac treatments.
3	#18	Kuala LumpurMalaysia	95.5	Award-winning medical hub offering top-quality cardiovascular procedures and fertility care at competitive rates in English.
4	#27	BogotaColombia	94.5	Top-tier JCI-accredited hospital systems recognized for excellence in cardiac surgery and organ transplants in South America.
5	#45	HyderabadIndia	91.5	Internationally accredited facilities specializing in minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures and coronary bypass surgery.
6	#46	MonterreyMexico	91.5	Top-tier hospital systems with close medical ties to the US, excellent for complex cardiac surgeries and diagnostics.
7	#52	HamburgGermany	91.0	Globally renowned hospital networks for complex cardiovascular surgery and advanced cardiac arrhythmia treatments.
8	#53	RiyadhSaudi Arabia	91.0	Massive Vision 2030 investments backing elite medical complexes specializing in complex cardiology and organ transplants.
9	#78	AmmanJordan	88.0	The medical hub of the Arabic world, widely recognized for its excellent cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and orthopedic services.
10	#79	KaohsiungTaiwan	88.0	Accredited medical facilities providing complex coronary bypass surgeries and advanced vascular interventions with high success rates.
11	#81	ManilaPhilippines	87.5	Prominent JCI-accredited hospitals with fluent English-speaking medical staff, leading in affordable cardiovascular surgeries.
12	#86	JeddahSaudi Arabia	87.0	Top-tier healthcare facilities providing successful cardiac surgeries and dedicated international patient services.
13	#89	CairoEgypt	86.5	Home to massive health complexes and highly skilled specialists in low-cost cardiac surgeries and bariatric treatments.
14	#95	JohannesburgSouth Africa	86.0	Highly equipped private hospitals providing premier cardiac surgery and complex orthopedic procedures in Africa.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#6	TijuanaMexico	97.5	The world's leading bariatric surgery destination, offering highly efficient and cost-effective weight loss treatments for North Americans.
2	#77	VilniusLithuania	88.0	Modern accredited hospitals providing bariatric and orthopedic surgeries at highly competitive rates under strict EU regulations.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#10	Los AlgodonesMexico	96.5	Famous as the dental capital of the world, with hundreds of dentists providing implants and crowns at a fraction of US costs.
2	#17	AntalyaTürkiye	95.5	Premier dental tourism vacation hub featuring state-of-the-art clinics on the scenic Turkish Mediterranean coast.
3	#20	BudapestHungary	95.5	Unanimously considered the dental capital of Europe, providing elite dental implants and full-mouth restorations with huge savings.
4	#22	San JoseCosta Rica	95.0	The premier dental tourism destination in Central America, famous for US-trained dentists and affordable implants.
5	#64	WarsawPoland	89.5	Ultra-modern dental clinics meeting strict EU standards at a fraction of the costs of Western Europe.
6	#75	SopronHungary	88.0	Border dental town serving primarily Austrian and German patients with high-tech, low-cost dental clinics.
7	#76	ZagrebCroatia	88.0	State-of-the-art dental centers providing immediate loading implants and digital smile design at highly competitive rates.
8	#82	Chiang MaiThailand	87.0	Key hub for affordable general and reconstructive dentistry in a relaxing cultural environment ideal for healing.
9	#97	TallinnEstonia	86.0	Baltic digital leader featuring highly advanced and safe dental clinics primarily serving Finnish and Northern European patients.
10	#98	AhmedabadIndia	85.5	Rapidly growing cosmetic dental and implantology hub offering high-end treatments at highly competitive rates.
11	#100	BarranquillaColombia	85.0	Preferred dental destination for US and Caribbean patients due to its high-tech clinics and low-cost cosmetic dentistry.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#11	MunichGermany	96.5	World reference for reconstructive orthopedics and sports medicine, attracting elite global athletes for clinical precision.
2	#21	ChennaiIndia	95.0	India's healthcare capital, globally recognized for excellence in joint replacements and complex orthopedic reconstructions.
3	#51	BusanSouth Korea	91.0	Prominent coastal medical metropolis known for excellent orthopedic rehabilitation and advanced spinal surgeries.
4	#60	VancouverCanada	90.0	Excellent medical infrastructure for advanced joint reconstructions and premier sports medicine in a scenic natural environment.
5	#80	BursaTürkiye	87.5	Famous for advanced orthopedic rehabilitation and spine surgery integrated with natural thermal spring therapies.
6	#94	KrakowPoland	86.0	Excellent infrastructure for minimally invasive knee and hip replacements with virtually zero wait times.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#12	BaltimoreUnited States	96.5	The Johns Hopkins Hospital is globally famous for pioneering neurosurgeries and complex neurological disorder management.
2	#13	BangaloreIndia	96.0	Medical and tech hub renowned for precision robotic spine surgeries and highly complex neurosurgical procedures.
3	#19	ZurichSwitzerland	95.5	Super-luxury medicine combining some of the world's most precise robotic neurosurgery with lakeside 5-star recovery accommodations.
4	#73	FrankfurtGermany	88.0	Global transit hub with elite medical facilities specializing in highly precise spine and brain microsurgery.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#15	BarcelonaSpain	96.0	European leader in assisted reproduction and IVF, featuring highly advanced legislation and exceptional clinical success rates.
2	#43	PragueCzechia	92.0	Top-tier European IVF destination, famous for excellent success rates, progressive reproductive laws, and highly affordable costs.
3	#48	JerusalemIsrael	91.5	Pioneering center for assisted reproduction and IVF, famous for advanced fertility preservation techniques.
4	#49	AthensGreece	91.5	World-class fertility clinics with progressive laws for IVF treatments (egg donation up to age 54) and highly competitive costs.
5	#54	LisbonPortugal	91.0	Pioneering fertility laws and excellent clinical success rates in IVF clinics rigorously adhering to EU healthcare standards.
6	#57	BrusselsBelgium	90.5	Leading inclusive fertility policies in Europe and highly accredited clinics with excellent success rates in IVF cycles.
7	#59	NicosiaCyprus	90.0	International IVF destination with favorable laws for advanced reproductive treatments and donor selection with high success rates.
8	#67	ValenciaSpain	89.0	Prominent IVF and fertility center offering some of Europe's highest conception success rates in a healthy Mediterranean environment.
9	#69	CopenhagenDenmark	89.0	Nordic pioneer in fertility technologies and world-leading donor banks operating under strict quality and safety guidelines.
10	#84	BrnoCzechia	87.0	Significant specialized IVF hub offering advanced reproductive treatments with state-of-the-art laboratories at competitive prices.
11	#88	LimassolCyprus	86.5	Advanced assisted reproduction clinics located in a pleasant seaside environment, ideal for minimizing stress during treatment.
12	#99	SharjahUnited Arab Emirates	85.0	Rapidly growing assisted reproduction hub providing advanced IVF treatments under strict ethical and clinical standards.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#33	TaipeiTaiwan	94.0	One of Asia's finest healthcare systems, leading in high-tech diagnostic screenings and comprehensive preventive programs.
2	#37	GenevaSwitzerland	93.0	Ultra-exclusive medical clinics specializing in executive longevity programs, deep cellular detox, and biological revitalization.
3	#47	Hua HinThailand	91.5	Elegant coastal retreat destination specializing in cardiac rehabilitation, preventive oncology, and premium longevity treatments.
4	#56	OsakaJapan	90.5	Cutting-edge medical facilities famous for meticulous early-cancer screening programs and advanced preventive medicine.
5	#63	PattayaThailand	89.5	Excellent medical infrastructure specializing in comprehensive executive health screenings and seaside wellness treatments.
6	#87	Mexico CityMexico	86.5	The nation's capital offers JCI-accredited hospital systems ideal for comprehensive health screenings and advanced medical diagnostics.
7	#91	IncheonSouth Korea	86.0	State-of-the-art hospital systems located next to the international airport, ideal for rapid-access executive health screenings.
8	#92	MelakaMalaysia	86.0	Historical destination attracting thousands of regional patients annually for low-cost, high-quality health screenings.

#	Global	City	Score	Why
1	#90	PortoPortugal	86.5	Premium medical facilities offering state-of-the-art laser eye surgery (LASIK) and advanced refractive corrections at competitive rates.
2	#93	AlicanteSpain	86.0	Center of excellence in ophthalmology and refractive surgery, attracting European patients for advanced laser eye surgery.
3	#96	ThessalonikiGreece	86.0	Prominent clinical ophthalmology hub offering advanced refractive surgery and corneal treatments with cutting-edge technology.

Hair transplant

Cosmetic and plastic surgery

Oncology

Cardiology and cardiac surgery

Bariatric and metabolic surgery

Dentistry

Orthopedics and joint replacement

Neurology and neurosurgery

Fertility and IVF

Checkup and diagnostics

Ophthalmology and LASIK

Dermatology