The booming medical tourism market in Dubai is set for lift-off as the new Dh128 billion Al Maktoum International Airport project widens the gateway into the emirate’s healthcare services.
Construction on the new passenger terminal in Dubai South is already under way, with operations at the extended Dubai International Airport due to switch to the mega-hub within a decade.
A considerable impact on infrastructure is expected, with huge demand for property, schools and hospitals.
Dubai ranks sixth on the globally recognised Medical Tourism Index (MTI), according to three key metrics of destination and environment, medical tourism industry and quality of facilities and services.
Canada tops the MTI list, followed by Singapore, Japan, Spain and the UK.
Analysts expect Dubai to creep up the rankings after the completion of the new terminal, with the projected capacity to welcome some 150 million passengers a year.
“One of the key factors enabling Dubai to become a top medical tourism hub…
