Outsourcing- America’s gift to the world?
By Paul
The latest edition of Foreign Exchange is up, this week focus is on outsourcing in the medical practice;
“Are you going in for X-rays any time soon? Well, guess where they're probably being read? Potentially across the world in Bangalore, India. If you worry about outsourcing, bear in mind that it can save Americans as much as 25% on their hospital bills. You will hear the views of two Indian doctors serving American patients from India.”
Other guests on the show include Clyde Prestowitz and Martin Baily.
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