Medical tourism is a booming industry, but it’s important to be aware of the potential risks and pitfalls. SFU News covers some of the more prominent ones, such as the ongoing needs of patients returning from a procedure outside Canada.

“There are a number of stories of people returning home with very high care needs,” says Crooks, adding she is committed to publishing her group’s research in open access journals. “We’re just touching the edge of the iceberg regarding issues related to medical tourism.”

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