When many people plan to travel to Tibet, they will see many travel agencies advertise "doctors accompanying the tour" and "doctors accompanying the car", which seem to be professional and considerate.
However, in reality, this kind of service is not necessarily for the health of tourists, but may be hidden traps.
Why is it that a "Tibetan traveling doctor" is not necessarily a real doctor?
Many of the travel agencies that advertise "doctor-on-wheels" or doctor-health-checks employ mostly not fully licensed medical professionals, but may be staff with a basic health care background or even without any relevant experience.
It is to use blood oxygen machine to side whether you have lack of oxygen, and then let you take oxygen or injection, and really encounter plateau reaction, what they can do, most of them still just let you take oxygen and injection hanging water (drip).
What is more important to note is that they will often "join hands" with tour guides to recommend high-priced oxygen cylinders to tourists. This seems to take care of, but in fact, it is a disguised consumption scheme.
Drinking water and injections in a hotel or car? High price but no protection
Some of the "accompanying doctors" will give injections or hang water for tourists in the hotel rooms.
The question is:
- These treatments are a safety hazard
- Charges are not transparent and very expensive (500-1000RMB has been heard of).
- Often the receipts issued are not from regular hospitals.
- hit you don't know what it is, the safety point is at most sky-high glucose, but we have no way of knowing anything else
The fact is that Tibet's established hospitals and clinics have long been unwilling to take the risk of such unofficial medical practices. And according to tourism authorities, posing as a doctor or any doctor in a hotel for treatment is strictly prohibited.
What is even more exaggerated is that once they really need to go to the hospital, these so-called "accompanying (tour) doctors" often do not accompany them, and in the end, it is the tour guides who help the tourists to complete the process of medical treatment. Because their existence is improper, so they dare not appear in the formal medical institutions.
Health Checks in Hotels? Beware that it is another kind of marketing in disguise
Some travel agents or so-called "doctors" will arrange the so-called "health check-up service" in hotels.
It seems to be very considerate on the surface to help tourists measure their blood oxygen, take their heart rate, and even ask them about their physical condition.
But in reality, this is often only the first step in the sales pitch.
These "health checks" have no medical validity and are not authorized by any official medical institution.
After the test, the so-called "doctor" will often recommend that you buy expensive injections, shots or other unknown drugs based on the results.
Claiming that it "prevents altitude sickness" or "improves hypoxia".
But the fact is that most of these products are not based on scientific evidence and may even be a burden to the body.
A truly useful approach to health management would be adequate rest, gradual acclimatization to altitude.
Instead of relying on these"Hotel Health Check" not recognized by MGTO and the GovernmentServices.
I have heard that some tour group travelers took the receipts issued by the doctor accompanying the tour group back to claim for compensation, but the insurance company said: this is a substandard organization and cannot claim for compensation!
The right thing to do: first call a tour guide
If you do become unwell during the trip, please make sure toInform the tour guide as soon as possible.
A professional tour guide will assist immediately:
- Determine if you need to go to a local clinic or hospital.
- Assist with transportation and medical procedures
- Accompanying you in all medical matters
A little reminder: When traveling in Tibet, it is recommended to avoid wearing lipstick, as it may affect the medical staff's judgment of hypoxia symptoms.
Our Difference: The tour guide is the safety officer, real peace of mind protection
With us, the tour guide is not only the person who shows you the scenery, but also your guide on the plateau.Security Guardian.
CITS Global's tour guides are fully trained in "First Aid for Highland Travel".The program is designed to provide a comprehensive healthcare program with the basic knowledge of healthcare and the ability to respond in a practical manner.
They will be able to determine whether your discomfort is due to altitude sickness, fatigue, or simply environmental discomfort, and will assist in the correct management of the situation.
TheyOximeter, oxygen bottle and first aid kit in the backpack.It's not for show, it's to make sure you're the first to reach out with a professional and strong hand when you need it.
Every guide knows that in the place closest to paradise, only professionalism and calmness can give each guest the most solid peace of mind.
Our tour guides are not "doctors" butThey know the plateau better than anyone, and they know how to stop danger before it starts..
They have received training on "Altitude Sickness Recognition", "Emergency Response Exercise", "Standard Procedures for Oxygen Use", and "Referral Process for Collaboration with Hospitals" to ensure that every journey is conducted in a professional manner.
All the hospitals in Tibet have the fastest network cooperation mechanism with us, if there is any need, the tour guide will be the first time to give assistance, and help to send to the most suitable hospital (clinic) for you.
CITS has a 70-year history in China, and has been receiving important guests from all over the world, including international doctors, technology executives, and important organizations, all of which have recognized the professionalism of CITS tour guides.
Every Guest Deserves Safe and Honest Travel in Tibet
We pay more attention to the real needs and safety of tourists than the so-called "health check by a doctor or a doctor accompanying the tour" routine.
This is not the usual "accident insurance" that travel agents casually attach to their products.Highland TravelDesigned to cover the cost of serious complications that may arise after altitude sickness.
Because altitude sickness itself is not a disease or an accident, but a kind of altitude reaction process, so it needs special altitude travel insurance to cover it!
Medical treatment in a legitimate hospital is truly protected
In case of plateau discomfort, what you really need is to get emergency help from professional tour guides immediately, and to help send you to the doctor after judgment, not to carry out medical treatment in an improper place!
Double Insurance for Your Peace of Mind
Additional insurance is highly recommendedHighland Travel Inconvenience Insurance from Home Country Insurance CompanyIf you have two copies of medical receipts, you can apply for claims at the same time, covering more items! It can also reduce the risk of traveling.
Of course, you have to apply according to each company's claim method.
Choose Licensed Travel Agencies, Avoid Hidden Traps
We will not arrange for so-called "doctors" to accompany us, nor will we perform improper medical operations in the hotel. If necessary, our tour guides will take you to a regular hospital or clinic, accompanied by our tour guides or staff.
Choosing our trips means you truly have a guarantee of peace of mind, not a trap of extra spending.
Don’t Fall for Fake “Health Check” or “Tour Doctor” Scams
A "visiting doctor" is not necessarily a caring service, but more often than not, it is just another kind of consumer trap in disguise.
What really brings peace of mind is:
- Immediate assistance from professional tour guides
- Medical Treatment in a Regular Hospital
- Plateau Specialty Insurance Coverage
Traveling in Tibet should be about peace of mind and beauty, not about being kidnapped by ruses and risks.
What to Do If You Encounter a Scam During Your Tibet Trip
If you encounter improper medical practices such as expensive injections and water suspensions after being accompanied by a suspected "fake doctor" or visiting a hotel for a health check during your trip, please contact your local doctor for more information.
Please.Keep photos of the scene, chat logs and receipts.
You may also file a report or complaint with the local **Culture and Tourism Administration (the "Culture and Tourism Organization "**).
These cultural and tourism organizations are the official units responsible for monitoring the order of the tourism market.
They have the right to investigate and deal with the misconduct of travel agents and tour guides.
📞 Complaints are made in the following manner:
fundable The Tibet Autonomous Region Tourism Bureau set up a tourism complaint telephone number: 0891-6834193
Or go to the official website and fill in the comment box:https://wlt.xizang.gov.cn/hdjl_69/
💡 Little reminder:
Please be sure to specify when making a complaint.Time, name of travel agency, and content of your request.
The provision of clear and complete information will help the Civic and Tourism Unit to deal with the matter as soon as possible.
Remember: It is the right of every traveler to protect his or her rights.
Whether or not you choose CITS China Travel Service Global, we hope that you can meet a good and sincere travel agent when traveling in Tibet.
