From Lisbon to Killarney: Pedro’s Journey with Healthcare Abroad

A Life on His Feet, Now Pain-Free

Pedro was born in Portugal but now calls Killarney, Kerry home. A naturally friendly and chatty person, working in a bar was a perfect fit for him. But standing for long hours became unbearable due to a cyst in his knee.

“My job keeps me on my feet all day, and for a long time, I was in pain. I had a cyst in my knee, and every shift, I could feel it getting worse. Walking, standing, even just moving around—it all became a struggle.”

Discovering Healthcare Abroad

“At first, I didn’t know what to do. Then, I heard about Healthcare Abroad and the EU Cross Border Healthcare Directive from a friend. Like most people, I was unsure how it worked. I did some research and saw that the HSE and EU support the scheme, which put me at ease. I read reviews from other patients, and after seeing their experiences, I wasn’t skeptical anymore.”

Pedro reached out to Healthcare Abroad, and from that moment, everything changed.

“The team made everything easy. They handled all the paperwork, explained the process clearly, and gave me a schedule so I always knew where I needed to be. The drivers—Tony, Kevin, and Xavi—were fantastic, always there to take me to appointments and make sure everything ran smoothly.”

Expert Medical Care & Full Support

“Doctor Sendra and all the nurses were excellent, the hospital was top-class, and the hotel had everything I needed. Now that my cyst removal went well, I can focus on recovery. I’ll be going home to Lisbon for a while, where I can finally enjoy my mam’s cooking again—it’s been too long!”

Recommending Healthcare Abroad

Pedro’s journey with Ireland’s leading Cross Border Healthcare facilitator has been seamless.

“I’m so grateful for this opportunity. Moving to Ireland has been a big step in my life, and I feel lucky to work here and to have found Healthcare Abroad when I needed it. You guys take care of everything so patients can focus on getting better. If you’re in pain and thinking about surgery, I would definitely recommend them.”

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