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Margaret Kennedy

  • Hip Replacement
  • 25/03/2025
Margaret Kennedy – Cork – Hip Replacement

From Waiting Lists to Walking Again

Margaret’s Hip Replacement with Healthcare Abroad

This year or next year??

“Three weeks. That’s all it took from the moment I picked up the phone to sitting here today, feeling better than I have in years. I used to work in the bar in the GAA club, but being on my feet all day was very tough on my knee. I was struggling with the pain but I didn’t think there was any fast solutions out there, and I definitely wouldn’t go to Turkey.”
“At the end of February, everything changed. I got a number for Healthcare Abroad and gave Chris a call. Within minutes, he gave me two dates for surgery in a private hospital in Dénia: March 2nd or March 16th. I actually asked him, “Is that NEXT year?” He laughed and said, “No, THIS year.” I nearly fell off my kitchen chair!”

Friendly Faces

“From that moment on, everything was seamless. The attention to detail is second to none. Everyone I met—from the drivers to the doctors to the physio team—was absolutely fantastic. They take care of you from start to finish. When I landed, I was met at the airport by Toby, an absolute gentleman. Then I was greeted by Ray, a fellow Irishman who made me feel right at home.”
“I won’t lie, I was nervous. But the minute I got here, I knew I was in safe hands. The hospital staff were incredible, putting me at ease every step of the way. Surgery went smoothly, and when I woke up, the first thing I saw was my husband beside me.”

Coming on Leaps and Bounds

“Recovery has been brilliant. Five days post-surgery, and I already feel stronger. The physio started immediately, and they guide you through every step. Even before I left the hospital, they had exercises planned for me. I never expected to feel this good so soon.”
“If I had waited in Ireland, I’d still be years away from getting this done. Instead, here I am—on the mend, moving better, and looking forward to life again.”
To anyone suffering, don’t wait. Pick up the phone and give Healthcare Abroad a call. It’s the best decision I made in ages.”
If you’re interested in getting comprehensive medical treatment in as little as 20 days, with costs reimbursed by the HSE, call our team on 01 2678011 or visit healthcare abroad.ie to learn more.

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