Liam Duffy
- Knee Replacement
- 17/02/2025
"The mental health benefits are huge—no stress of waiting lists, and you have a team behind you at all times."
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Ann Hayes
- Knee Replacement
- 04/04/2025
From Carrigaline to the Costa Blanca: Ann from Cork’s Speedy Knee Replacement with Healthcare Abroad 
“I used to love running, 10ks, park runs, and everything in between. I always tried to keep active. But over the last few years, my knee started giving up. I’d go for a jog and then be in bits for days — eventually, I had to stop completely.”
“Last September, I went for a swim hoping it would help. But as I walked into the water, something went. The pain was unreal. I couldn’t swim, couldn’t stand, and had to be helped out by lifeguards. I went to A&E and they said nothing was broken, but I knew something serious had happened.”
“The consultant told me the meniscus was gone — bone on bone. I got steroid injections, and they helped for a while. But by February, I could barely walk around my estate. I was holding onto walls just to get home. That’s when I knew I couldn’t go on like that.”
Efficiency and Care
“I found Healthcare Abroad online. The reviews were so good I nearly didn’t believe them — but every word was true. Within days the paperwork was done, MRIs sent off, and I got a surgery date. Every step of the way, the team were in touch – fast, kind, and unbelievably efficient.”
“I flew out on my own, which was a bit daunting, but I never felt alone. From airport pick-up to hospital to physio — everything was looked after. The care I received was better than anything I’ve ever experienced. Rob even went out of his way to let my family know that I was doing well after surgery, and I would ring them soon. That put them at ease, it was a real touch of class.”
Extending the Stay
“I was due to fly home after a week, but I extended my stay to get extra physio. The extra physio is reimbursed and the standard is second to none. At the hotel they are so helpful. They moved me to a ground floor room so I could walk straight out onto the grass — perfect for recovery.”
“I had a good innings, and while my running days are behinde me, I’ll be able to walk 10K, and that’s more than enough. Healthcare Abroad gave me my life back.”
Over to You
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Healthcare Abroad are Ireland’s leading cross border treatment facilitators. If you’re considering medical treatment, why not learn more about Healthcare Abroad, take a minute to give our team a call on 01 267 8011.
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