Welcome Message

We extend a warm welcome to GHTF-2025! As the seventh forum in the esteemed International Conference series known as the Global Healthcare Travel Forum since 2017, GHTF-2025 serves as a key international platform for the medical and healthcare travel sectors.
In the ever-evolving landscape of global healthcare, the intersections between wellness, sustainability, and technology are becoming increasingly paramount. Senior, wellness, and wellbeing travel have emerged as integral components of healthcare journeys, emphasizing holistic approaches to health maintenance and enhancement. Simultaneously, global healthcare travel has transcended borders, facilitating access to specialized medical services worldwide. As the dialogue expands to encompass medical travel and its relationship with sustainable development goals, the imperative to address environmental concerns becomes apparent. Climate change poses significant challenges to healthcare infrastructure and delivery systems, underscoring the urgency for innovative solutions. Technologies play a pivotal role in reshaping the future of healthcare travel, from telemedicine advancements to AI-driven diagnostics, enhancing accessibility and efficiency. Embracing the nexus between healthcare travel and environmental issues is crucial for fostering environmentally responsible practices within the industry. By aligning healthcare with sustainability objectives, we can forge a path towards a healthier, greener, and more equitable future for all.
The presented and selected papers will be published in a Google Scholar index.

Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Gökçekuş
President of Scientific Advisory Board,
Dean, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering Near East University,
Board Chairman of Energy, Environment, and Water Research Center (ENÇESU)
Near East Boulevard, ZIP: 99138, Lefkoşa – Nicosia/TRNC, Mersin 10- Türkiye
Email: huseyin.gokcekus@neu.edu.tr
headscadbo@globalhtc.org
ghtc2024.sc@gmail.com