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Should you leave the country for your next doctor’s appointment?

Sep 17, 2026 · 41m

Summary

This episode explores the rise of medical tourism, featuring Dr. Alok Patel and podcast host TK Dutess. They discuss why Americans are traveling abroad for affordable dental, cosmetic, and fertility care, highlighting the lack of price transparency and high costs in the U.S. healthcare system. The conversation covers the financial savings of seeking care in countries like Mexico and Turkey, while also addressing the safety risks, language barriers, and ethical concerns involved. The episode concludes with a segment on building the financial habit of tracking daily expenses to reduce stress …

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