Our Mission & Vision
Sofia Avila, a native Colombian, with English as a second language, to assist you with any of your local connection needs or cultural differences.
Jason Richter, a native Canadian with Spanish as a second language now a resident in Medellin for the past 8 years to also assist you with your connection needs and cultural differences.
Not to mention some great connections they have for restaurants and activities!
Whether you have taken advantage of medical tourism in the past or have decided now is the time to investigate it further we invite you to a complimentary consultation to explore the potential of medical tourism.
Medical Tourism In Medellin Colombia - Expat Money with Mikkel Thorup and Jason Richter
Sounds interesting but what’s in it for me?
- what medical tourism is? What does it entail?
- what about the medical facilities? The Doctors? Are they trained properly, are they trustworthy?
- the cost?
- how quickly it can be done?
- What procedures are done in Medellin?
- people... talking about Stem cells?
- a Spanish-speaking country…what do I do?
- listen to this episode. You will be amazed and thrilled!
Frequently Asked Questions
It is best to purchase Travel insurance & medical insurance in your own country.
In our experience, the Doctors that we have worked with provide a policy for medical coverage with the procedure.
The Ministry of Health has announced that all inbound international passengers must have a negative COVID-19 test result. Travelers arriving to Colombia must present negative results from a COVID-19 PCR test administered no more than 96 hours prior to departure. ( As of March 24, 2020)
Prior to your procedure the Physician and the medical facility require a PCR test by their approved testing facilities 2 days prior to your procedure.
The difference in price depends on the complexity of the procedure you choose. Medical care prices in other countries are significantly lower because the standards of living abroad are also lower. We can also take into account the well-structured medical systems that our destination countries come with, and the favorable exchange rates which ultimately lead to more affordable treatments.
It is important to know that the cost of labor is also drastically lower. Therefore, nurses, hospital administrators, and technicians are paid much less than what these professions are paid in countries such as the United States, Canada, or the UK.
Nonetheless, the hospitals that we work with have the same levels of technology and professionalism as the ones in leader nations. Most of the Doctors that work with have obtained their education in highly qualified Universities in Europe or North America.
Safety
The main benefit of using our medical consulting services is that we have carefully located the top specialist in our destination countries to provide you with the best options available. We cherish the significance of good health; therefore, we give it the importance that it deserves.
Our network of physicians and hospitals is chosen based on the highest rankings given by corresponding regulating entities. Aside from this, we aim to work only with physicians that are part of prominent associations around the world. Medical associations act as strict filters to protect patients, as these only accept experienced, accredited, and qualified individuals as members.
Why Colombia?
Colombian medicine is recognized worldwide as a pioneer and leader for its health services. Colombia's remarkable healthcare system has positioned the country as one of the most attractive destinations for its array of medical treatments, technological resources, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Thanks to alliances between the government sector, private companies, experts, and scientists a large portfolio of medical and surgical services have been generated to provide patients with high-quality medicine. Overall, Colombia's medical sector is known for its competitive prices and for the tenderness given to all patients from all medical personnel involved in their treatments.
• Colombia currently has 28 accredited healthcare institutions (private and public), and others in process of accreditation.
• According to interviews with members of the Association of Aesthetic Medicine of Colombia (ASOMECA, 2014), the sector's growth expectations for the next five years is almost 100%. This is due to the proliferation of high-end healthcare and wellness centers that receive health tourists who are interested in different experiences, combining health solutions with tourism rich in culture, handicrafts, and autochthonous activities.
•The Colombian offer of health tourism services have very low comparative costs compared with most countries; Especially with the United States where, on average, a procedure of plastic and aesthetic surgery costs 30% - 40% less.
Our team will offer you touristic advisory to the leading destinations in the country to guarantee an unforgettable and relaxing experience. From wellness packages to food tasting and beyond. We want to submerge you into the new culture in the most comfortable way possible. Most of our professional affiliates can travel to your hotel where you can have a fun and prompt recovery with the necessary cautiousness your procedure requires.