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We share knowledge with its sources

Articles, reports, guides, country files and interviews will be published on this page. Every publication clearly states its sources, date, definitions and method.

An abstract web of connected lines and nodes, suggesting a data network

Publication programme

Publications in progress

The publications below are being prepared or planned. They will be available here as they are completed.

  • Articles
  • Reports
  • Guides
  • Country files
  • Interviews
  • Source links
Guide

Statement of Ethical Principles

WHTP · 2026
In preparation

Core principles for patient communication, information, price transparency and coordination in health tourism.

Guide

Institutional Self-Assessment Guide

WHTP · 2026
In preparation

A structured guide for institutions to voluntarily review their service processes.

Checklist

Service-Journey Checklist

WHTP · 2026
On the roadmap

The key steps of the service journey, from before travel to after return.

Thematic report

First Thematic Report

WHTP · 2026
On the roadmap

Our first sector review, with open sources and methods and expert input.

Country file

Country Files Series

WHTP · 2026
On the roadmap

Comparable, up-to-date briefing notes on priority countries.

Data Hub

Indicator Glossary

WHTP · 2026
On the roadmap

Shared definitions and method notes for health tourism indicators.

Editorial principles

Accuracy, transparency and a culture of correction

Every publication follows the same approval flow. Work awaiting approval and published content are tracked separately.

  1. Topic proposal

    Topics are chosen based on needs and priorities.

  2. Drafting

    Content is drafted with open sources and expert input.

  3. Fact & language check

    Facts, definitions and translations are verified.

  4. Institutional approval

    Content is approved by the institution before publication.

  5. Publication

    Published with source, date, definition and method notes.

  6. Post-publication review

    Currency is monitored; corrections are logged.

Media & brand

Logo & usage guide

Download our logo files in vector (SVG) format for press, events and partnership materials.

DSTP logo (Turkish)
DSTP logo (Turkish)SVG
WHTP logo (English)
WHTP logo (English)SVG
For dark backgrounds
For dark backgroundsSVG
Emblem
EmblemSVG

Using our name

TurkishDünya Sağlık Turizmi Platformu (DSTP)
EnglishWorld Health Tourism Platform (WHTP)
Core messageA Global Force in Health

In Turkish content the DSTP abbreviation is kept; the core vision message carries the same meaning in every language.

Brand colours

Platform teal#408596
Deep green#1C3A3B
Sand#F4F0E8

Use the logo without altering its proportions or colours, and leave enough clear space around it.

For interviews, press and media requests, please use the contact form

An invitation to collaborate

Contribute to our publications

We welcome joint publications, reports and country files with researchers, experts and institutions.