How to Choose a Gynecology Treatment Abroad

How to Choose a Gynecology Treatment Abroad

Women’s reproductive health is a fragile thing. A lot of things can cause an imbalance in the body so that the woman remains infertile. Aside from that, there are numerous other things to look out for: STDs, cysts, yeast infections, adenomyosis, and adhesions. All of those can cause serious conditions for the woman, and some of those may even turn cancerous. Once discovered, these problems can be treated through therapies (usually medications), or, in more severe cases, through surgery.

Whatever it is that you need, when looking for a gynecology treatment, you have two options: 

-Find local gynecologist– Women usually prefer to have their own gynecologist, someone they can trust and who they can visit regularly. Talking about the private parts is never pleasant, and many women have a problem with opening up to someone who they have not known for some time. This is why many women choose a local gynecologist, someone who will always be close.

-Find gynecologist abroad – On the other hand, sometimes it is important to look for a second opinion or find a treatment which is not available in the woman’s home country. For these options, you can always choose to travel abroad and find a good gynecologists’ clinic.

However, whatever it is that you choose, whether to go locally or to go abroad, you absolutely have to be completely informed about the gynecologist that you are going to visit. All the gynecology procedures carry with them a risk that something might go wrong. Even a misdiagnosis of a problem can cause significant problems in and of itself.  

How to make an informed decision?

It is important to be well informed about the gynecologist that is to perform medical procedures on you, simply because that will mean more trust and, if the gynecologist is qualified, less risk of getting into more problems. 

What to look for when researching gynecologist?

• Qualifications and experience – It is always better to choose a more experienced gynecologist. During their service, they have seen more things that the newer ones and they are familiar with more situations. Always check for how long the gynecologist has been working. You should also check their licenses and credentials and see how qualified they are to perform the kind of service that you need.
• Pricing and inclusions – Most of local gynecologist procedures are covered through health insurance. However, sometimes that is not enough and we have to go to another clinic or even travel abroad. When that is the case, it is always wise to see everything that the package entails. This way, you will know exactly what you are paying for and what you should prepare extra money for. 
• Check the facilities – Aside from choosing a good gynecologist, you have to check what conditions they are working in. A great gynecologist can only do so much with bad and old equipment, and poor facilities. Take a look at the videos and pictures of the medical center where the gynecologist works, as it will give you a better idea about how well equipped they are.

Questions to ask before booking

Does the gynecologist have all the certifications and qualifications to treat people? – There is a large number of uncertified gynecologists everywhere, especially in private practice. Make sure that the one you choose has gone through all the tests necessary to obtain a license to work. 

How much will the treatment package cost me? – If you choose to pay for your treatment, then you should know exactly what you are paying for. The cost of the package will depend on a number of things, including the experience of the gynecologist, the state of their offices, and the complexity of the procedure. 

How much will other expenses, like travel and stay cost me? – If you choose to travel abroad for the procedure, then you should definitely know whether the traveling costs are a part of the package or not. You should also see how much the stay at another city will cost you. Also, see what else is included/not included in the package you are choosing, as it might have some hidden costs, although, if you choose wisely, that should not be the case.

Where will the gynecologist perform the procedure?– Some gynecologists work out of their own specialized offices, while others work at local clinics. A gynecologist with their own offices might have more time to work with you, although that is not always the case.

What do their former patients have to say? – Try to find someone who has already visited that same gynecologist that you are looking at. There is no better indicator than the first-hand experience. And since one experience can be different from another, try to find as much of these as possible, so that you may get an idea of what to expect.

Choosing a gynecologist is not something that should be taken lightly. The future of your reproductive health depends on it, as a single mistake (whether when diagnosing or treating) can have profound impact on your reproductive organs. This can be avoided through making informed decisions when choosing who will treat you. We are always here to help if you need any further information about either the medical centers or gynecologists. 

If you need help choosing a gynecology treatment or you wish to find out more about what we offer in that field, feel free to contact us!