Orthopedics and Joint Surgery Abroad

The free planning call connects you with the hospital's team to discuss treatment, costs, and travel logistics. It is not a medical consultation. A paid second opinion connects you with a licensed orthopedic surgeon who reviews your case and gives you a structured medical perspective on your diagnosis and options.

Yes, when you choose a verified hospital. Every orthopedic hospital and specialist in our network is reviewed and verified by our medical advisory board before joining. Partners follow international clinical standards, use the same implants (Zimmer, DePuy, Stryker) and materials found in EU hospitals, and their surgeons are board-certified with extensive experience in complex joint surgery cases. The risks of orthopedic surgery abroad come from booking through unverified channels, not from the destination itself.

Your orthopedic surgeon and care team stay reachable through the Rehealth app. For routine concerns, they can advise remotely. For anything more serious, the hospital or clinic where you were treated takes responsibility for the follow-up care, while Rehealth helps you track the process through the app. Treatment guarantees and warranties continue to apply after you return.

For arthroscopic procedures (meniscus, ACL, shoulder), plan for 5-7 days on site. For total joint replacement (knee, hip, shoulder), plan 10-14 days including in-hospital recovery and initial physiotherapy. For spinal surgery, plan 7-10 days. Most orthopedic procedures don't require a second trip, remote follow-ups and local physiotherapy handle ongoing care.

Insurance coverage varies significantly by country and policy. The clearest answer will come directly from your insurer, so contact them before you travel to confirm what they will and will not reimburse for treatment abroad. The hospital or clinic you're working with can also walk you through how invoices are issued and what documentation insurers typically request, so you know what to expect.

Payment is made directly to the hospital or clinic, usually by card or bank transfer at the time of treatment. Some partners accept partial payment up front and the rest after completion. Your planning call covers payment options in detail, before you commit to anything.

Yes, and we encourage it for longer treatments. Bringing a partner, family member, or friend is straightforward. They're not part of the treatment cost, but the coordinator can help with accommodation suggestions for both of you.

Every orthopedic surgeon and care coordinator in our network speaks at least two languages. Each hospital and clinic profile lists the languages they offer, and you can filter by language when choosing your hospital or clinic.

Every potential partner is reviewed by our medical advisory board before joining the network. The review covers their clinical credentials, the orthopedic facilities and equipment (surgical robots, imaging), the experience of their surgeons (case volume, board certifications, complication rates), and their track record on patient outcomes and communication.

Orthopedic implants like knee and hip prostheses come with manufacturer warranties (typically 15-25 years for premium brands like Zimmer, DePuy, Stryker). Surgical procedures include a documented post-op follow-up plan and 24/7 access to your care team for concerns. Your specific guarantees are confirmed in writing by the hospital before treatment starts.

That's fine. The planning call is free and carries no obligation. Many patients book a call months before they actually plan to travel, just to understand their options and budget. You can come back any time.

Yes. The whole point of the planning call is to give you a clear cost estimate and treatment plan with no commitment. You decide whether to move forward after seeing your options.