Surgery Abroad – 10 Practical Tips for the best Preparation

More and more people are deciding to have cosmetic surgery abroad.

The low-cost offers in other European countries and especially in Turkey play a decisive role here. To ensure that everything runs smoothly before, during and after your surgery abroad, you should prepare yourself accordingly.

Here are our tips to make your medical trip an unforgettable experience.

1. Inform yourself well about the hospital and the doctor.

Compare testimonials and reviews from other patients. Make sure that the hospital, where you will get your surgery abroad, has modern equipment and state-of-the-art technology and that the doctor is experienced. Look for international certifications like JCF.

2. Understand the surgery and the procedure

Before any procedure, whether in your home country or abroad, you should find out about the procedure and what will be done to your body. Find out about possible risks and have realistic expectations. Know the surgery abroad, before you decide for it!

3. Plan your trip and accommodation

Book your travel and accommodation well in advance. Travel in good time and choose accommodation close to the hospital. Some packages include airport transfers and hotel accommodation.

4. Costs and payment options

Ask about the total cost of the surgery abroad to avoid unpleasant surprises. This way, you can be sure that there are no hidden fees. Watch out for hidden costs such as post-operative clothing, medications or follow-up examinations.

5. Provide your medical documents

Make sure you have all your medical documents with you and inform the medical team abroad openly and honestly about your medical history, medication, allergies or similar. Remember, your health is at stake and even the best doctor can’t help you if you don’t play your cards straight.

Otherwise, you run the risk of travelling for nothing if factors come up during the examination abroad that stand in the way of an operation. No responsible doctor will perform an operation without first checking your state of health.

6. Aftercare

Good aftercare is very important for a successful recovery. Make sure that the hospital offers comprehensive post-operative care and that you can easily contact your surgeon after the procedure if you have any questions. Find out how long the recovery will take. Take sufficient leave from work and only start exercising again when the doctor allows it. Tell your local doctor at home about your plans and communicate open, there may be valuable advises and you may need aftercare there.

7. Be accompanied

Take someone you trust with you on your medical journey. The accompanying person can stay overnight with you in the hospital. This will give you peace of mind and allow you to concentrate fully on your recovery.

8. Communication

Language barriers can be a challenge. Make sure that the doctor speaks a language you understand or that the hospital provides you with a translator for the duration of your stay.
Most of the hospitals have multilingual staff.

9. Take care of your health before the operation

Before the planned operation, you should follow all instructions from the medical team abroad carefully. You may be asked to change your diet or stop taking certain medications that you regularly take. Please do this after consulting your doctor in your home country! A healthy diet, adequate fluid intake and sufficient exercise will have a positive influence on your operation and your recovery time.

10. Make travel insurance

Enquire about travel insurance that not only covers lost luggage, but also possible complications and repatriation in case of emergency.

Why choose MedClinics?

MedClinics is your ideal partner for any surgery abroad. As we are connected to 300+ doctors, clinics and hospitals in Turkey, we make the most research for you. You just need to sit down and choose the offer that comforts you most. MedClinics only works together with reliable institutions and all are checked by us from time to time.

Our network includes some of the most reputable healthcare providers in the country. So you can be sure, to receive the best and highest standard of care to an affordable price. With MedClinics, you are not just a patient, you are in trusted hands every step of the way, you have a trusted partner to guide you through every phase of your journey.

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