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Leading the Way: Nicklaus Children's Hospital Awarded Global Healthcare Accreditation with Excellence for Pediatric Medical Travel Services

MIAMI, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami, Florida, proudly announces its achievement of Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) with Excellence for Medical Travel Services. This is Nicklaus Children's Hospital's second GHA Accreditation with Excellence, a distinction that underscores its commitment to providing the highest quality care to its pediatric patients.

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InSer's Commitment to Excellence Recognized with Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for Medical Travel Services

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- InSer, a pioneering force in reproductive medicine, proudly announces that its Medellin clinic has achieved Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for Medical Travel Services for a second term. This prestigious recognition underscores InSer's unwavering commitment to delivering an unparalleled medical travel experience, marked by excellence in fertility outcomes and comprehensive pre, during and post-treatment care.
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Kim Byoung Joon LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic Becomes the First Organization to be Accredited under GHA Standards for Medical Travel 5.0

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant achievement that firmly underscores its commitment to the highest standards of healthcare, Kim Byoung Joon LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic in Busan, South Korea, has been awarded the distinguished Accreditation with Excellence for Medical Travel Services by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). Kim Byoung Joon LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic is the first healthcare provider to be accredited under GHA Standards 5.0, the most recent version of GHA's standards for medical travel.
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Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH) Secures Prestigious GHA Accreditation, Reinforcing Its Position as a Premier Global Medical Travel Destination

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH), one of South Korea's most prestigious healthcare institutions, is delighted to announce that it has achieved a second consecutive term of Accreditation with Excellence from Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). This remarkable accomplishment underscores SNUBH's unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of medical care, ensuring an exceptional journey for medical travel patients from the very first interaction to superior clinical outcomes and post-treatment care.
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Obesity Control Center Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Care Through Latest GHA Accreditation

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Obesity Control Center has been awarded Accreditation for Medical Travel Services by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for a second term, underscoring its commitment to exceptional care for traveling patients. Obesity Control Center was first accredited by GHA, the global leader in medical travel accreditation, in 2019.
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Global Healthcare Accreditation Welcomes Karin Jay as President of Global Strategy and Announces Renée-Marie Stephano's Transition to CEO

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA), the esteemed authority in accreditation and certification with a specialized focus in medical and wellness travel, has named Karin Jay as its new President of Global Strategy. This appointment coincides with the official transition of Renée-Marie Stephano from her role as Interim CEO to permanent CEO, a move indicative of GHA's commitment to continued growth and innovation in the global healthcare landscape.
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Ratchaphruek Hospital in Khon Kaen, Thailand Achieves GHA Accreditation with Excellence, Affirming Its World-Class Services for Medical Travelers

KHON KAEN, Thailand, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ratchaphruek Hospital in Khon Kaen province, Thailand, has achieved a significant milestone by being awarded Accreditation with Excellence for Medical Travel Services by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). This accolade underscores Ratchaphruek Hospital's unwavering commitment to providing world-class medical services and positions it as a trusted destination for medical travelers seeking exceptional care. Ratchaphruek is the first hospital in northeast Thailand to earn this distinguished honor from GHA, the leader in medical travel accreditation.
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Global Healthcare Accreditation's Standards 5.0 Awarded Coveted ISQua Accreditation, Ensuring Highest International Benchmarks for Medical Travel

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA), a leading organization specializing in the accreditation and certification of healthcare organizations and medical travel services worldwide, is proud to announce the accreditation of its Standards 5.0 by the International Society for Quality in Health Care (ISQua), through its accrediting arm, The International Society for Quality in Health Care External Evaluation Association (IEEA). This accreditation solidifies GHA's position as the gold standard in the industry and highlights its commitment to international best practices and continuous improvement in medical travel.
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BPK9 International Hospital Achieves GHA Accreditation for Medical Travel Services

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) is pleased to announce that BPK9 International Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand (https://www.bangpakokhospital.com/en/) is awarded with GHA Accreditation for Medical Travel Services.
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GHA's HealthStars EXCELerator: Driving Business and Healthcare Outcomes through Innovation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) announces the launch of HealthStars EXCELerator, a program designed to accelerate innovation and maximize a businesses' opportunity for success in the global healthcare space.
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New GHA Certification Helps Medical Tourism Facilitators Build Patient Trust

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) announces the launch of a new certification program for medical travel facilitators to assist in building patient trust.
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Grand Richmond Hotel Achieves GHA's WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel & Well-being

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Richmond Hotel, one of Bangkok's premier hotels was awarded WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel and Well-being by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA).  
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VitalLife Achieves GHA's Certification for Excellence in Medical Travel Patient Experience

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VitalLife Scientific Wellness Center in Bangkok, Thailand has achieved Certification for Excellence in Medical Travel Patient Experience by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA).
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Life Care Consultants Achieves GHA For Business Accreditation

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) is pleased to announce that Life Care Consultants, a leading health and training provider in New Zealand, has earned GHA For Business Accreditation.
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CareATC Achieves GHA For Business Accreditation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) is pleased to announce that CareATC has earned GHA For Business Accreditation.
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Lord Baltimore Hotel Earns GBAC STAR™ / GHA WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lord Baltimore Hotel has now earned both GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, and GHA WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel from Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). This means the property is the first in the United States to achieve the joint GBAC STAR™ / GHA WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel, ensuring that it complies with cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention standards, as well as customer experience and safety protocols specific to the needs and expectations of medical travel guests.
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Northern Arizona Healthcare Achieves GHA For Business Accreditation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) is pleased to announce that Northern Arizona Healthcare has achieved GHA For Business Accreditation.
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Dr. Somporn Kumphong is named Executive Director of Global Healthcare Accreditation for the Asia Pacific region.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) is pleased to announce that Dr. Somporn Kumphong has been named Executive Director of Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for the Asia Pacific region.
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Aonang Princeville Villa Resort & Spa Achieves Accreditation through GBAC STAR / GHA WellHotel Program

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand-based Aonang Princeville Villa Resort & Spa has now earned both GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, and Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). This means the property is the first in the world to achieve GBAC STAR™ / GHA WellHotel® for Medical Travel and Well-being, which ensure hotels comply with cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention standards, as well as customer experience and safety protocols specific to the needs and expectation of medical travel and wellness guests.
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Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Launches GHA For Business and Issues Organizational Resiliency Guidelines Amidst Omicron and Emerging Variants

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) today launches GHA For Business, a dynamic framework and virtual accreditation program focused on organizations prioritizing the safety, health, and well-being of employees, customers, and guests. To support all businesses in this important goal, GHA also issued Organizational Resiliency Guidelines for return-to-work strategies and to improve corporate resiliency to assist businesses in evaluating and improving their workplace policies, whether in-person, remote, or a hybrid model.
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LIMARP International Center of Excellence for Obesity Achieves Global Healthcare Accreditation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LIMARP International Center of Excellence for Obesity (https://www.limarp.com/) in Tijuana, Mexico has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation by the Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Program (http://globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/) for its Medical Travel Services Program.
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Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Partners with Khon Kaen province in Thailand and Ratchaphruek Hospital to Support Businesses with Best Practices regarding Safety, Health, and Well-being

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA), The Khon Kaen Chamber of Commerce and Ratchaphruek Hospital, have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to support local businesses in the province of Khon Kaen, Thailand with best practices regarding safety, health, and well-being.
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Uni Hospital in Bulgaria Achieves Global Healthcare Accreditation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Uni Hospital (https://www.unihospitalbg.bg/en) in Panagyurishte, Bulgaria has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation by the Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Program (http://globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/) for its Medical Travel Services Program.
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Cleveland Clinic Achieves Global Healthcare Accreditation for a Second Term

CLEVELAND and WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleveland Clinic has been awarded "Accreditation with Excellence" for its medical travel services by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for a second consecutive term.
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Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ and Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Form Partnership to Accredit Hotels

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Accreditation® today announced that it is collaborating with  Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, to support hotels seeking formal accreditation for their cleaning programs, as well as guest safety and satisfaction for medical and wellness travelers. The GBAC STAR™ / GHA WellHotel® Program, which provides assurance and external validation of a property's risk mitigation protocols and guest experience, includes two remote accreditation options: GBAC STAR / GHA WellHotel® for Medical Travel and GBAC STAR / GHA WellHotel® for Well-being.
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Aonang Princeville Villa Resort & Spa Achieves Global Healthcare Accreditation's WellHotel® Accreditation for Well-being & Medical Travel

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Aonang Princeville Villa Resort & Spa (https://www.aonangprinceville.com/), a premier resort located in scenic Krabi, Thailand, is the first hotel in the world to be awarded WellHotel® Accreditation for Well-being and Medical Travel by Global Healthcare Accreditation (https://www.globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/).
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Bumrungrad International Hospital Achieves GHA Accreditation for the Second Time

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bumrungrad International Hospital (BIH) (https://www.bumrungrad.com/en), one of Asia's top medical destinations, has been awarded "Accreditation with Excellence" for a second consecutive term by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) (http://globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/) for its medical travel services.
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GHA Announces WellHotel® Accreditation for Hotels Serving Wellness and Medical Travel Guests

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Program is pleased to announce its new accreditation programs for hotels seeking to enhance the guest experience and safety protocols for wellness and/or medical travel guests.  
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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Achieves Accreditation from the Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Program

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (https://www.cedars-sinai.org/) in Los Angeles, California, has been awarded Accreditation for a three-year term by the Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) Program (http://globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/) for its Medical Travel Services Program.
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