Mumbai, March 13 Affordable education, strong clinical exposure, and the disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine war have made the Philippines a preferred destination for aspiring medical professionals, according to experts.
Medical education in the Philippines is considered relatively affordable compared to many Western countries, with tuition fees generally ranging from USD 3,000 to USD 6,000 per year, with the overall cost of the program typically ranging from INR 25-35 lakh, including living expenses, said David Pillai, CEO and Founding Chairman of Transworld Educare, a Pune-based overseas medical education consultant, to