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Pricing depends on the hospital, the urologist’s experience, whether local or general anesthesia is used, and the complexity of the prostate condition. In the United States, the average cost is <strong>_price_compare_us_average_</strong> (per AUA). This means patients can save about _price_percent_discount_% by choosing Thailand for this procedure.</p>\n\n<p>Thai hospitals usually include pre-op tests, anesthesia, the water vapour ablation procedure (using systems like <strong>Rezūm</strong>), a hospital stay, medications, and follow-up visits in the package. In the U.S., facility fees, anesthesia, and aftercare are often billed separately from the surgeon’s fee. Always confirm what’s included in the quoted price at each clinic.</p>","faq":[{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visas for travel to Thailand require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. The <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>list of documents includes</u></a>:</p><ul><li>ID card</li><li>confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire</li><li>certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)</li><li>insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)</li><li>2 photos (4x6)</li><li>visa receipt</li><li>booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel</li><li>medical opinion about the need for treatment.</li></ul>"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in Thailand?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about <a href=\"https://tdri.or.th/en/2018/03/future-thailands-health-care-danger/\"><u>25 billion baht</u></a>&nbsp;for healthcare annually.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">As a result, <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthcare_in_Thailand\"><u>36,673 medical facilities</u></a> provide excellent medical care in the country. <a href=\"https://www.imtj.com/news/more-medical-travellers-thailand/\"><u>64 centers</u></a> in the Kingdom have certificate of <a href=\"https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/about-jci/accredited-organizations/\"><u>JCI (Joint Commission International)</u></a>, the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare, Israel has <a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\"><u>20</u></a> JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — <a href=\"https://en.bookimed.com/article/top-10-medical-tourism-destinations-best-countries-for-treatment/\"><u>only 10</u></a> clinics of this type.</p>"},{"q":"When is the best time to travel to Thailand?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\">The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The </span><a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Thailand#Climate\"><u>best time to travel</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\"> is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.</span></p>"},{"q":"What should you know about Thailand before the trip?","a":"<figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Official name</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">The Kingdom of Thailand</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Currency</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Best period for the trip</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">November-early April</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Language</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visa</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">is required for a trip of <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>3-6 months</u></a></p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with Europe</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">7 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with the USA</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">12 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Capital</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Bangkok</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Medical tourism center</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Bangkok</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Popular resorts</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin</p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"},{"q":"What hotel service is provided here?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\">In the Kingdom of Thailand, </span><a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cTop-g293915\"><u>hotels of different price ranges</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(68,68,68);\"> and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.</span></p>"},{"q":"Do I need a visa?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">For now, the Kingdom of Thailand requires <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>different visa regimens</u></a> for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read <a href=\"https://www.thaiembassy.com/thailand/thailand-tourist-visa.php\"><u>here</u></a>.</p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"Таиландта трансуретральды бу арқылы абляцияның бағасы қанша? 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