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Anakacy Alencar
- Weight Loss Surgeries
- 31/01/2025
A New Life After Surgery in Spain
“I moved from Brazil to Dublin 15 years ago. It was not an easy decision, but it was the right decision for our family. I like living in Ireland, but for years, I had a big hernia in my stomach that made every day a challenge.”
A Long Struggle
“Four years ago, I got a gastric sleeve in Turkey, but it didn’t work for me. I went to doctors in Ireland, and they told me I needed to lose weight to get rid of the hernia. I tried everything—diets, medicines—but nothing worked, and some of the medication made me sick. On top of that, I felt very sad that I couldn’t lose the weight.”
“My doctor said a bariatric bypass might be the best option, but it was very expensive. I didn’t have the money. Then I saw Healthcare Abroad on Instagram. At first, I was sceptical. I didn’t think it was real.”
A Life-Changing Decision ✅
“One day after I sent an email enquiry, Paul called me. He explained everything and even helped me with the Credit Union to get the finance sorted. It was all so fast!”
“When I arrived in Spain, everything was perfectly organised.”
“The people from Healthcare Abroad are so kind, polite, and attentive. Everything is on time. The hospital was spotless, the nurses were incredible, and everything was explained in detail. For my companion, it was also a great experience—relaxing and stress-free. The hotel was lovely, very calm, which was exactly what I needed to recover.”
Exceptional Support from Healthcare Abroad
“One of the biggest supports in this journey was Didi, the dietitian. She is amazing. She’s so kind and professional. She lays out exactly what I need to do and makes it easy to trust her.”
“I am excited for the future, because now that my hernia is gone, I’m going to lose weight!”
Take the First Step Towards a Healthier You 💪
Don’t let waiting lists or financial worries hold you back. Healthcare Abroad helped hundreds of Irish patients get the surgery they needed in 2024 under the EU Cross Border Healthcare Directive. This year, get surgery you need in as little as 20 days.
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