Going abroad for surgery can save you thousands and give you access to world-class specialists. But it also requires careful planning. These are the questions that matter most — the ones patients wish they had asked before they boarded the plane.
Accreditation is your baseline guarantee of quality. It confirms the hospital passes independent safety, hygiene and clinical quality checks. Never proceed with a hospital that cannot show current accreditation certificates.
Get a written itemised quote. Ask specifically whether anaesthesia, ICU stay, blood transfusions, physiotherapy and follow-up consultations are included. Many packages exclude items that then become expensive surprises.
Ask for the hospital's complication protocol in writing. Find out: will additional costs arise? Who is responsible? Does the treating surgeon personally manage complications or hand you to another team?
Any reputable hospital will welcome a second opinion. If a hospital discourages this, treat it as a warning sign. Doctira routinely arranges second opinions from senior consultants before any procedure begins.
Surgeon volume directly correlates with outcomes. For complex procedures, look for a surgeon who performs at least 100–200 cases per year in that specialty. Do not hesitate to ask — good surgeons are proud of their numbers.
This varies significantly by procedure. Some patients can fly in 5 days; others need 3 weeks. Get a realistic timeline and plan your flight accordingly — never book a return flight before surgery.
Ask whether the doctor offers remote follow-up consultations, whether records will be shared with your home doctor, and who to contact if symptoms arise after you land. Clear post-op support separates excellent hospitals from average ones.
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