> But the location makes a LOT of difference > > In the USA, I spend enough each month in CO-PAYS at the > medical clinic to pay for the entire treatment in Mexico SE Asia is the South Pacific's Mexico. People from NZ or Australia can get competent dental work, cosmetic surgery etc done in Thailand, Vietnam, way cheaper than at home, and that's inclusive of air fares and accomodation -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist