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Better by MTA Welcomes Five Distinguished Organizations to Its Global Network

The Better by MTA network continues to grow with the addition of four outstanding organizations that share our commitment to advancing international healthcare, improving patient experiences, and expanding access to world-class medical services. We are proud to welcome Aura Collective, Hospiten, Turan Turan Health Group, and Cell Grand Clinic to our global community.

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Two Stages, One Vision: Building the Future of Longevity, Medical Tourism, and Global Healthcare

Last week in London, Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of Healthcare Revolution and the Medical Tourism Association, had the privilege of speaking at two premier industry events that brought together leaders from healthcare, longevity, insurance, and payments. While each event served a different audience, both centered around the same fundamental question: How do we build a healthcare ecosystem that can truly scale to meet the needs of the future?

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Better by MTA at Mastercard Insurance Innovation Forum 2026

Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of the Medical Tourism Association and Healthcare Revolution, spoke about how the strategic partnership between Better by MTA and Mastercard is helping transform cross-border healthcare by connecting medical tourism, longevity, and insurance into a more seamless patient experience.

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AI Is Becoming the New Front Door for Medical Tourism Patients

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming one of the primary ways patients research healthcare providers and medical travel options. As patients increasingly turn to platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini for guidance, Better by MTA is emerging as a trusted destination for connecting patients with verified healthcare providers around the world.

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Better by MTA Launches New Provider Engagement Scoring Update

Better by MTA is continuing to evolve its platform experience with the launch of a new Provider Engagement Scoring update designed to help healthcare providers better understand and improve their performance across the platform.

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Better by MTA Introduces Provider Scoring, AI Patient Coordination, Enterprise Expansion, and New Marketplace Innovations

Better by MTA unveils new platform innovations including Provider Scoring, AI-powered patient coordinators, enterprise partnerships, simplified onboarding, and direct bank payments designed to transform international healthcare access and provider growth.

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Welcoming Our Newest Better by MTA Members

Meet Better by MTA’s newest members: Quantum Biohack, TreVita Medical Tourism, Curaçao International Clinic, J&Z Vitalis Inc., and RejuvStem Clinic & Wellness—organizations advancing regenerative medicine, wellness, orthopedic care, and international patient services worldwide. Discover how these trusted providers and facilitators are elevating global healthcare and medical travel experiences.

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Welcoming New Members to Better by MTA: Expanding Access to Trusted Global Care

We’re excited to welcome the newest members of Better by MTA: Hanger Clinic, Dolomiti Dental Clinic, BIO-Regeneration Integrated Medical Center, Meridian Care Group, and JD Medical and Travel Corporation (JDMT). These organizations represent a diverse and trusted group of providers and facilitators, offering services ranging from advanced prosthetics and dental care to regenerative medicine and end-to-end medical travel coordination.

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Better by MTA Welcomes New Global Leaders in Healthcare: King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, FV Hospital, Neurowin, and Eunoia Mobility

Better by MTA is proud to welcome four distinguished organizations to its expanding global network: King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (Saudi Arabia), FV Hospital (Vietnam), Neurowin – Dr. Erico Brea Winckler (Brazil), and Eunoia Mobility (United Arab Emirates).

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Introducing BetterAI™: The Future of Intelligent Patient Coordination and Provider Growth

BetterAI™ is Better by MTA’s proprietary, closed-ecosystem AI built on 18+ years of platform data, transforming how patients are engaged, qualified, and matched with providers. It delivers smarter patient coordination, real-time provider analytics, and personalized AI assistance—creating higher-quality leads, better insights, and better outcomes for everyone on the platform.

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One Provider, Over USD $100,000 in Patient Revenue in a Single Day

Better by the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) continues to show how healthcare payments can be handled quickly and effortlessly at the provider level. In a recent real-world example, a single healthcare provider processed more than $100,000 USD in patient payments in just one day using the Better platform—across three patient transactions.

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Better by MTA Demonstrates the Impact of Instant Patient Financing

In a recent case, a U.S.-based patient traveling to Latin America for a medical procedure secured $11,000 in medical financing through Better by MTA. The approval process took approximately 10 to 12 seconds, required no paperwork, and was completed within minutes, eliminating financial uncertainty and allowing the patient to move forward quickly.

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Welcoming Our Newest Better by MTA Members (Jan. 2026)

Our newest members—Patrick Tonnard, MD, PhD (Belgium), Dr. Isaac Hindi (Mexico), MALO CLINIC (Portugal), Latam Medical Travel (Canada), and Emerge Health / Emerge Medical Travel (United States)—continue to strengthen the network of trusted providers and facilitators dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and high-quality international patient care. Medical Tourism, Better by MTA

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Medical Tourism Association Partners with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties to Elevate Training and Industry Standards

A new milestone in global healthcare collaboration was reached at the Saudi–USA Investment Forum in Washington, D.C., where Jonathan Edelheit, CEO and Founder of the Medical Tourism Association and Better by MTA, signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS). Edelheit signed the agreement on behalf of ARSA Health.

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Better by MTA Accelerates Growth With Unprecedented Results, Risk-Free Membership, and $25,000 Marketing Incentives

The momentum behind Better by MTA, the Medical Tourism Association’s global patient acquisition platform, has reached a new level—marking one of the most transformative periods since its launch. With rapid provider enrollment, record-breaking member results, and the introduction of a completely risk-free membership model, Better by MTA is redefining what hospitals and healthcare providers can expect from international patient growth.

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The Medical Tourism Association Strengthens Global Leadership Through Key International Engagements

Over the past month, the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) has been honored to participate in several high-level global forums, summits, and industry events that continue to shape the future of international healthcare. From Washington, D.C. to Miami, São Paulo, and the USCIPP Annual Meeting, the MTA has been proudly representing the medical tourism industry, advancing international collaboration, and sharing insights on the rapidly evolving global patient landscape.

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MTA at International Events

We’re proud to share that MTA continues to represent the voice of global medical travel at premier international forums.Medellín Health City Summit 2025: Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of MTA, joined world leaders to discuss “Technology that Humanizes, Experiences that Transform.”Nomad Capitalist Live 2025: Taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Jonathan will speak alongside industry icons like Steve Wozniak, offering insights on international mobility, wealth strategy, and the future of global living.

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Welcoming Our New Members

Better by MTA is proud to welcome new members who are setting important benchmarks in medical travel and patient-centered care worldwide. From the Middle East to Latin America, these organizations reflect innovation, excellence, and a shared commitment to raising global healthcare standards. Our newest Platinum and Gold Members—Panama Clinic, Merago Health, and Reprotec International Fertility Center—continue to strengthen the network of trusted providers offering exceptional outcomes and international patient care.

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Raising the Bar in Medical Tourism: Better by MTA Achieves SOC 2, HIPAA & GDPR Compliance

Better by MTA has achieved SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR compliance—backed by exceptional penetration test results. This milestone not only ensures world-class data protection but also unlocks new business opportunities with global employers and insurers, giving our members the confidence to grow their medical tourism businesses securely and sustainably.

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Welcoming New Leaders in Global Healthcare: Better by MTA’s Latest Members

At Better by MTA, we are proud to showcase organizations that are redefining excellence in medical travel and healthcare worldwide. Each new member brings with them a deep commitment to innovation, patient care, and raising the global standard of healthcare delivery. Their efforts highlight the diversity and strength of the medical travel ecosystem—from world-class hospitals and healthcare systems to specialized clinics and technology providers.

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New Feature Release: Introducing the Referrals Dashboard on Better by MTA

We’ve introduced a new Referrals Dashboard on Better by MTA, giving members a centralized view of all referral activity. You can now easily track top referral sources, patient volume, and conversion rates to better manage partnerships and drive growth.

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Unlock Deeper Insights with the New “Referral Organizations” Dashboard in Better by MTA

Better by MTA has introduced a new Referral Organizations dashboard feature, giving healthcare providers detailed insights into patient volume, conversion rates, procedures, and geographic trends from each referral partner. This enhancement enables smarter, data-driven decisions by helping providers optimize partnerships and maximize referral-driven growth.

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Introducing Automated Email Responses: A Smarter, Faster Way to Engage Your Leads

Better by MTA now enables providers to automatically send instant, customized email responses to new patient inquiries. This feature helps improve response time, personalize communication by specialty, and increase patient engagement from the very first touchpoint.

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Introducing Smart Search on Better by MTA: Smarter, Simpler, and Built for Patients

Better by MTA. We are excited to announce the launch of Smart AI Search — the most advanced search feature ever implemented on the Better by MTA platform.

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Stronger Connections, Faster Coordination: A New Era of Referral Communication on Better by MTA

Better by MTA has introduced built-in communication between Referral Organizations and Providers directly within each referred case, creating a more seamless and connected referral experience. This powerful enhancement improves collaboration, increases transparency, and accelerates coordination—ultimately strengthening partnerships and enhancing patient outcomes.

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Better by MTA Introduces Secure In-Platform Document Sharing for Patients

We’re excited to announce a new enhancement to the Better by MTA platform that further strengthens secure communication between providers, facilitators and patients.

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Enabling Seamless Access for Chinese Patients: WeChat Pay and Alipay Now Live on Better by MTA

Better by MTA has now enabled WeChat Pay and Alipay on the platform, making it easier for Chinese patients to pay using the methods they trust and use every day. Since most Chinese consumers rely primarily on these digital wallets rather than traditional credit cards, this update removes a key barrier to access, improves payment completion, and creates a more seamless, culturally aligned patient experience for our members serving the Chinese market.

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Finding the Right Treatment on Better by MTA Just Got Easier

Better by MTA has introduced an improved treatment search experience, allowing patients to find specific treatments directly on each provider’s page without scrolling. Treatments are now organized by category, making it faster and easier for patients to find the care they need and submit inquiries with confidence.

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Better by MTA Launches Free Training & Certification Program to Elevate Patient Coordination and Provider Success

Better by MTA has launched a free 12-module Training & Certification Program designed to help healthcare providers and patient coordinators improve communication, build patient trust, and increase conversion rates. Developed using real data from thousands of patient inquiries, this program equips medical tourism teams with proven strategies to convert more leads—whether they come from the Better by MTA platform or any other source—reinforcing the Medical Tourism Association’s commitment to elevating global patient experience and provider success.

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Better by MTA Rolls Out New Features: Advanced Analytics and Multilingual Experience

Better by MTA has introduced two major updates designed to enhance insight and accessibility across the platform. The new Advanced Analytics feature allows providers and facilitators to dive deeper into data — breaking down broad categories like “Orthopedics” into specific procedures such as knee replacements and hip replacements for more precise insights. Additionally, the Multilingual Website and Platform now enable both patients and users to experience Better by MTA in multiple languages, improving global reach, engagement, and ease of use across diverse markets.

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Platform Updates: Medical Records Uploads, Enhanced Tutorials, and an Expanded Image Gallery

Better by MTA continues to evolve with powerful new updates that make collaboration between hospitals and patients easier, more visual, and more informative than ever before. The latest improvements include a new patient medical record upload feature, an expanded tutorials library, and a redesigned image gallery for hospital listings.

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New Features on Better by MTA

We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone — Email Integration is now live!Members using Microsoft 365 or Exchange can now send and receive patient communications directly through the platform for a seamless experience.

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A Major Step Forward: Email Integration Is Now Live for Microsoft 365 Users

Better by MTA has launched a new email integration feature for Microsoft 365 and Exchange users, allowing members to send and receive patient emails directly within the platform. This update eliminates the need to switch between Outlook and the system, helping healthcare professionals streamline communication, stay organized, and manage all patient interactions in one place. It’s a major step toward a more connected, efficient, and patient-centered workflow.

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Better by MTA Enhances Lead Forwarding with Smarter Algorithms

Better by MTA has launched a major update to its lead forwarding algorithm, making connections smarter and more targeted. The new system only forwards leads when providers offer the requested service, while also factoring in regional proximity so members receive leads from nearby countries. In addition, a new search function in the master service catalog makes it easier to manage thousands of available treatments.

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New Platform Updates: User Roles & Invoice Control

Better by MTA has released two new features: User Roles & Permissions for secure team management and Invoice Deletion for flexible billing. These updates make it easier to streamline workflows, control access, and keep your records accurate.

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Exciting Updates to Better by MTA: Easier, Faster, More Transparent

Better by MTA now offers faster self-onboarding, giving providers full control to set up agreements and details in minutes. New updates also let you add refund policies, manage cancellations, and edit listings with ease for a more transparent experience.

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Better by MTA: New Features & Enhancements

Better by MTA is rolling out powerful new updates designed to help providers and facilitators streamline workflows, strengthen security, and enhance patient engagement. From a smarter lead management system and industry-leading compliance certifications to patient testimonials and upcoming email integration, these enhancements mark a major step forward in supporting growth and delivering exceptional patient experiences.

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