Macao has boosted its appeal as a medical tourism enclave with the opening of a luxury resort hospital located in Studio City, the casino and entertainment resort owned by Hong Kong-based Melco Resorts and Entertainment.
The hospital will bring healthcare and leisure under one roof, said the Hollywood-themed resort's chief executive, Lawrence Ho.
“By launching the world's first and Macao's only hospital with MRI & CT facilities within an integrated resort, we strive to contribute to the advancement of medical tourism in Macao,” Ho added.
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iRad is said to be the world's first and Macao's only hospital with MRI & CT facilities within an integrated resort.
Melco said the move was made to support the local government’s efforts to develop medical tourism.
Called the iRad Hospital, the new facility provides health screening, diagnostic imaging, aesthetic medicine, longevity treatments and medical concierge services.
iRad is Hong Kong’s largest MRI diagnostic service provider.
The "revolutionary" concept aims to attract regional and foreign visitors, encouraging longer stays and higher spending in the resort and the city, said Melco Resorts, in a statement.