Michael Moore’s “Sicko” Prompts Americans to Look for Health Treatment Alternatives

(Syndicated News) Michael Moore's latest documentary "Sicko" has already started a lively debate on the problems within America's healthcare system. Moore shows that healthcare in the United States is second-rate as well as very expensive. That insurance and pharmaceutical companies, as well as politicians, do not have the patient's best interest in mind. That profits come before adequate care.

While showing these problems it also brings about the discussion of alternative treatments that do exist. One of the more popular options catching on is medical tourism.

"Moore does a great job of bringing this important issue to light," says Wouter Hoeberechts, CEO of WorldMedAssist (www.worldmedassist.com). "There's a real crisis in this country when it comes to the average American being able to afford medical treatment. This is also true for businesses small and large, with GM for instance spending more per car on health benefits than steel. Having the ability to get high quality care at a fraction of the cost, through medical tourism, comes as a welcome relief for many."

Companies like WorldMedAssist help individuals and businesses with accessing high quality medical care for less. They help with the decision-making process and all of the details surrounding the use of international healthcare. Not only can clients save a lot of money, but they can also be confident they are receiving access to internationally renowned hospitals and doctors.

"Growth among individuals has increased dramatically in the last couple of years. Very recently, we have been in talks with many self insured businesses as well." says Hoeberechts. "It could be years before the healthcare problem in this country is properly taken care of. Until then people will need to continue to opt for alternatives like traveling abroad for treatment."