Some Things to Consider before Travelling

Considerations before you travel for medical treatment?

1. Engage a great health travel agent and ensure they will look after the following
1. Selecting your physician or surgeon to match your specific needs
2. Communicate any concerns and medical information you may have with your medical provider
3. Confirm all your appointments before you leave home with a written itinerary
4. Be available to discuss your needs over the phone.
5. Assist with travel plans
6. Advise on visas if necessary (make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months)
7. Give you an option of accommodation and reserve it
8. Provide transport for all appointments
9. Be available 24/7 for all concerns before during and after treatment
10. Be able to recommend activities and other treatments, if required, for your travel companion.
2. Research your medical provider and their hospital.
1. Ensure their credentials are in order
2. Ask how many times  they performed their procedures
3. Check their memberships of Associations
4. Ensure they speak English
3. Take a companion
4. Make sure you understand all costs
5. Ask about care during recuperation
6. Check out your health travel planner and ask for references.

These questions are extracted from Patients beyond Borders by Josef Woodman