Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after my medical procedure?

Each patient’s needs are unique, and depend on the procedure you have. You will decide with your doctor whether to overnight at a hospital or its aftercare facility, or to return to your hotel where you will receive continuing support from your Cosmetic Surgery Travel personal assistant, who will be available 24 hours a day.

How will I communicate with my Cosmetic Surgery Travel personal assistant and with my family back home?

Cosmetic Surgery Travel will supply a prepaid cell phone for your personal use in Thailand, and we will arrange prepaid long distance telephone service according to your situation.

What kind of hospital accommodation can I expect?

Should your doctor advise you to stay overnight in the hospital or its aftercare facility, you will receive a well-appointed private room with standard deluxe services and your choice of meals and cuisines. Otherwise you will recuperate in the luxurious comfort of a five-star hotel or boutique hotel.

What if I have complications after I return home?

We always recommend that your local doctor be involved in your decision to have your procedure performed abroad. We also urge you to stay in Thailand for at least a week after your surgery. Should a complication be caused by negligence in any way on the part of the surgeon or hospital, Cosmetic Surgery Travel will, at its expense, arrange for a return visit to Thailand.

Do many people book their procedures over the Internet?

More than 10,000 patients booked medical procedures in Thai hospitals and clinics on the Internet in 2003. Worldwide, medical travel is growing rapidly and Thailand has become one of the major world centers attracting people from all corners of the world to its top-quality surgical and medical facilities.

What are the most common procedures requested by patients from abroad?

Thailand is very well known internationally as a pioneer in cosmetic surgery, and that is the most popular. But increasingly, as healthcare costs continue to rise, and doctors and hospitals become overextended, people come here for orthopedic surgery such as hip replacements and knee repair, and for executive health check-ups. They also come for high quality inexpensive dental work and eye surgery.

Does Cosmetic Surgery Travel arrange special tours and travel packages for patients after their surgery?

Absolutely. Again, on the advice of your doctor and the Cosmetic Surgery Travel personal assistant, we will arrange excursions and tours that will best suit your needs and limitations, if any.

How do I prepare for travel to Thailand?

If you need assistance in booking your air travel from home, please let us know. When you arrive in Thailand, a Cosmetic Surgery Travel personal assistant will meet you at the airport, take you by private car to your hotel, and accompany you to your consultation and surgery. Bangkok has a tropical climate year-round, so light summer clothing and beachwear is best. Bring a sweater or wrap for over-air conditioned venues. Anything you don’t bring, you can buy, since Thailand is terrific for shopping. ATM locations are plentiful and convenient. You may want to check with your bank at home what their international charges are.

What about all those horror stories about operations done overseas?

Recent "horror stories" making the headlines say more about the importance of thoroughly planning your surgery abroad. Research is the first step. Choose a country and a facility where you are assured of only the highest quality treatment and after care. Find a medical tour partner, such as Cosmetic Surgery Travel, who has thoroughly reviewed the surgeon and the facility, interviewed former patients and prepared for your safe post-op care. This all helps reduce your risk to what you might expect at home, or even lower.

What kind of cosmetic procedures are available in Thailand?

Just about every cosmetic surgical procedure is available in Thailand. As is just about every non-surgical procedure. Americans benefit from having available not only the latest procedures offered in the United States, but also the latest procedures from Europe. Cosmetic Surgery Travel does more than simply send you to a hospital. Cosmetic Surgery Travel matches you with a top surgeon who is a specialist in the particular procedure you request.

How do I learn more about these cosmetic procedures?

Most Cosmetic Surgery Travel clients do extensive research in preparation for cosmetic surgery. Some information is available on CosmeticSurgeryTravel.com. Your research may consist of reading information on the Internet sites of the professional associations listed here, talking to those who have already had procedures, speaking to your local doctor, health advisor, and family members, and more.