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Fred Davis

  • Knee Replacement
  • 05/07/2025
Fred Davis – Dublin – Hip

Former League of Ireland Goalkeeper Fred’s Knee Surgery in Spain

“I know what it’s like to struggle in pain. I’d been years with pains in my knees. I wish I’d known sooner that there was a solution. I’d tell anyone who’s If you’re thinking about getting surgery abroad to pick up the phone. Take a minute and give them a call, it could make a huge difference.”

An Assist From an Old Teammate

“I’d played for a good few clubs, Bohs, Shelbourne, and Sligo Rovers. I loved playing, but all of those games take a toll on the body. My knee was giving me a lot of grief and I’d been limping badly for a while. A couple of weeks ago I was at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of winning the league with Bohemians. I met an old teammate Niall who told me about his wife getting her hip done near Alicante with Healthcare Abroad. She had got her operation in November and was flying it since then.”

As Easy As That

“I mentioned it to my wife and she made the call to Healthcare Abroad around seven weeks ago. It was smooth from the word go, they asked us, “When do you want to go?” and by the end of May, everything was set up. From the credit union to the hotel to all the appointments, I barely lifted a finger.”

Leaps and Bounds

“When I arrived, it was like a different world. It’s a new private hospital, absolutely top class. In general you stay for two week, the week after surgery, you stay for two physio every day showing you exactly what to do. The physios know their stuff, Josh, Vincent, María, Mar and Jenna, they’re a great gelp and you’d see the progress everyday. Today I’m finishing my second week and i’m going up and down stairs, it’s amazing the difference between the first and last physio session.”
“As I say, the team arranged pretty much everything. My credit union organised the payment, and Paul from Healthcare Abroad made sure all paperwork was in place. The treatment costs are fully reimbursed by the HSE, and it couldn’t have been simpler.”
“I know a lot of people who are hesitant to get surgery even though they’re in pain. I’d say to anyone—don’t put it off. There’s no need to live in pain. The lads at Healthcare Abroad can help, they’re on call 24/7 for anything you need.”
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