Doctor's in, but prognosis is for a slow recovery amid weak medical tourism
Regional rivalry had already cut patients from abroad before pandemic; providers now going overseas and money also going into telehealth now
Add BT as a preferred sourceClaudia Tan HS
Singapore
THE resumption of more healthcare services has been a shot in the arm for hospital and clinic operators, as domestic demand picks up. But a recovery will be gradual due to the loss of earnings from medical tourism, as well early restrictions on healthcare services.
The easing of "circuit-breaker" measures has meant the return of various non-essential healthcare services such as aesthetics and adult vaccination. Patient volumes at hospitals and clinics have received a signficant boost, say industry players.
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