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Having the best international airport, the best airline, and the busiest port in the world are just the start of Singapore's world-class standards and achievements.
Excellence, Safety and Trustworthiness
Clinical services in Singapore emphasise excellence, safety and trustworthiness, with internationally-accredited facilities and renowned physicians trained in the best centres in the world. Singapore's healthcare system was ranked as the sixth best in the world and the best in Asia by the World Health Organization in 2000. In addition, 13 hospitals and medical centres in Singapore have obtained Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
Beyond international certifications, the quality of healthcare is also seen in published clinical indicators. Many healthcare providers in Singapore publish their success rates on their websites which are comparable to, if not exceeding, international standards.
System Transparency
Singapore's Ministry of Health maintains a transparent healthcare system, publishing vital information and statistics such as infection control statistics and average hospital charges for common procedures online. This transparency allows medical professionals to respond effectively to ever-changing scenarios quickly and enables patients to make more informed decisions on their treatment options.
 A Leading Medical Hub
Singapore is a multi-faceted regional medical hub, not only for healthcare services but also as a meeting place for medical professionals for conferences and training, as a base for healthcare consultancy and operations management, and as the centre for research and clinical trials.
Service Excellence
 Healthcare providers in Singapore are customer-focused and are committed to delivering efficient service with the aid of advanced technology in well-managed healthcare environments. Most healthcare facilities in Singapore have dedicated International Patient Service Centres to attend to international patients' needs, from their first enquiry and "meet and greet" at the airport, to interpreter services and support for accompanying persons, to the final send-off and post-treatment follow-up when patients are back in their home country.
Singapore's top healthcare providers have facilities that are comparable to five-star hotels. Patients are treated and recuperate in private and exclusive environments.
Affordability
Cost is an important consideration for many international patients. For instance, for uninsured or under-insured patients from the United States, procedures in Singapore cost one-fifth or less of the price back home. This is similar to costs at other major Asian medical travel destinations. Even after factoring in the patient's and accompanying persons' travel and accommodation expenses, the cost savings are still considerable. On top of the affordability, patients in Singapore are assured of world-class treatment and good clinical outcomes.
Accessibility and Convenience
Singapore is an international city that welcomes people of all cultures. The Changi International Airport is connected to some 180 cities around the world, making the island-state highly accessible. Transport and accessibility within the country is equally easy and convenient. English is the first language of education and business, and people in Singapore live in an environment of high security and low crime. A multi-racial and multi-culturally accommodating city, patients of all race and creed will find it easy to meet others in Singapore who speak their language or share their religion.
Peace of Mind when Health Really Matters
Visitors to Singapore can be assured that they will receive world-class medical care in a safe, culturally- and religiously-accommodating environment. Singapore is truly one destination where medical travellers can enjoy peace of mind when their health really matters.
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