ALZ Grup, a leading organizer of international health tourism expos, has partnered with Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) to elevate standards and promote global best practices across Turkey’s rapidly growing medical travel industry. Through this strategic alliance, ALZ Grup will promote GHA’s accreditation and training programs to hospitals, clinics, and agencies, helping improve patient safety, operational excellence, and international trust.

A recent incident where a medical traveler was denied boarding despite medical clearance highlights the risks of poor coordination in medical travel. GHA standards help hospitals prevent these issues by improving communication, discharge planning, and support for patients returning home safely.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has been awarded Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) for its Medical Travel Services, recognizing the hospital's excellence in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This accreditation highlights KFSHRC’s commitment to global best practices in safety, transparency, and culturally competent care, strengthening its position as a trusted destination in the Middle East and beyond.

Dallah Hospital Al Nakheel has solidified its role as a regional leader in medical tourism and specialized care. With internationally accredited standards, advanced clinical services, and a patient‑centered approach, the hospital continues to attract global patients seeking trusted healthcare in Saudi Arabia.

Heather Stoltzfus, MPH, RN, CIC, Director of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program at Global Healthcare Accreditation, participated in the APIC 2025 conference, where she emphasized the critical role of infection preventionists in the context of growing global medical travel.