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Gran Canaria: The ultimate destination for health

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Discover Gran Canaria, the ‘miniature continent’ that blends extraordinary tourism and internationally renowned medical care

We may think of health tourism as a recent trend, but the island of Gran Canaria has plenty of experience in the industry. In fact, it dates back to the middle of the 19th century. During this time, doctors from northern and central Europe would recommend their patients visit the island to treat their ailments. The therapeutic properties of the sea, sand and thermal spas, which have since disappeared, offered people the chance to boost their wellbeing.

In today’s age, there has been a rise in excellent infrastructure on the island of Gran Canaria. Despite the modernisation, the same harmonious goal remains of helping its visitors to improve their health and wellbeing. Thermal spas have been replaced by modern spas and thalassotherapy centres. What’s more, the island plays host to internationally renowned medical centres. Two of the main centres are Hospitales Universitarios San Roque and the Hospital San José. Both of these offer various specialised medical treatments and benefit from convenient locations.

The surgical block of Hospital San José

Outstanding medical centres in Gran Canaria

The fantastic medical centres on Gran Canaria can be found dotted around the island. They’re home to prestigious medical teams with high qualifications and extensive experience, as well as state-of-the-art medical and diagnostic technology.

Hospital San José is located on the promenade of Las Canteras beach, one of the most distinguished beaches in the world. Here, you can combine your visit with the beach’s renowned beauty and quality of its water.

Hospital San José

Alongside this, Hospitales Universitarios San Roque group offers two medical centres, both in central locations. One is found in the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, while the other is in Maspalomas, home to the infamous sand dunes.

These health centres offer various specialities, including plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, eye and dental surgery, heart surgery and general and digestive system surgery. Further specialities include oncology, traumatology, and breast, prostate and pain units, as well as routine medical check-ups.

Hospitales Universitarios San Roque at Maspalomas

The hospital groups work to European quality standards, and offer competitive prices. So you’ll spend up to 40 percent less compared to other European destinations. What’s more, you can avoid waiting lists for treatments or surgery, while still enjoy high-quality service.

Visit Gran Canaria

With Gran Canaria a short flight away from the UK, the island is a convenient destination. What’s more, there’s no language barrier for treatments. Travelling to Gran Canaria for medical reasons means you’ll be in the safe hands of medical experts. You can also rest and recover in the island’s extraordinary hotels and apartments, all equipped with spa and thalassotherapy centres.

Hospitales Universitarios San Roque

The Hospitales Universitarios San Roque and Hospital San José are part of the Gran Canaria Spa, Wellness & Health Association, an official brand of the Tourist Board of Gran Canaria. The group also includes the Gloria Thalasso & Hotels, Seaside Collection, Be Cordial Hotels & Resorts and Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity hotel chains.

Thinking of visiting Gran Canaria for medical treatment? The Gran Canaria Spa, Wellness & Health association makes it easy to book everything at once. So you can book medical and wellness treatments as well as accommodation at no additional cost. Enjoy all-round good weather while soaking up the therapeutic and relaxing benefits of the sun and sea.

To find out more about Gran Canaria’s health and wellness offers, visit grancanariawellness.com