Through the Cross Border Healthcare Directive if the healthcare is available publicly in Ireland, you can be referred for the same healthcare abroad. We'll help you determine if your required treatment will qualify. Some of the more popular treatments our patients have availed of are listed below.
One of the most important factors for a speedy and full recovery after joint replacement or ligament surgery is proper rehabilitation. Therefore, after being discharged from the clinic it is highly recommended to undergo a physiotherapy course in one of the best rehabilitation centres abroad while your recover from your surgery under the cross-border directive.
Skin cancer represents a significant public health concern worldwide, with its incidence steadily rising over recent decades. Around 50% of people over 65 years of age will develop skin cancer, and 25% of them will develop more than one throughout their lives.
Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a surgical procedure aimed at replacing the ruptured ligament within the knee joint. Unlike traditional open surgery, this procedure is performed arthroscopically, meaning it's done without directly opening the knee joint. Arthroscopy offers advantages such as preserving the anatomical structure and accessing the joint without causing significant muscle damage. This technique results in minimal blood loss and promotes faster post-operative recovery.
Endometriosis is a progressive, chronic inflammatory disease where tissue similar to the lining of the womb is found elsewhere in the body. This disease is estimated to affect 1 in 10 women worldwide. In Ireland it is estimated that 155,000 of women are affected by endometriosis.
Cardiovascular mortality remains one of the most common causes of death in Ireland. The aim of cardiologists is to reduce this mortality rate and cardiovascular events in patients.
Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is generally regarded as an effective treatment for end-stage knee arthritis.
Bunion surgery, or bunionectomy, is a procedure aimed at realigning the toe joint and relieving pain. Embarking on the path to bunion surgery through Healthcare Abroad involves a meticulous and supportive process designed to ensure your comfort and peace of mind.
Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which the surgeon makes an incision in the side of the thigh, removes the diseased parts of the hip joint, and replaces them with new artificial parts.
In most cases cataracts surgery is performed under local anaesthetic which may just be eye drops alone, or an injection around the eye (a bit like for a filling at your dentist’s), but often a combination of both of these methods is used.
As can be seen from the image opposite, the operation requires complete removal of around 80% of the body of the stomach. This is done using a special instrument which cuts and staples at the same time.
Shoulder Procedures including Arthroscopy Method, Clavicle ORIF, Open Repair Method & Open Subacromial Bursectomy etc.
A cholecystectomy is a common surgery, and it carries only a small risk of complications. In most cases, you can go home the same day of your cholecystectomy.
Varicose veins, also called varicoses, are superficial vessels that are enlarged and twisted in appearance.
Our specialists are experienced in performing high-complexity procedures, adapting the technique to the patient and the type of disease that they present.
We focus on women’s health by taking a multidisciplinary approach to provide highly specialised care and a personalised response to any gynaecological condition.
The cause of Dupuytren’s disease is not completely known, but most evidence points towards genetics as having the most important role.
A hysterectomy is an operation to remove your womb (uterus). After the operation you will no longer be able to have children.
Our specialists are experienced in performing complex procedures, adapting the technique to the patient and the type of disease that they present.
A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a surgical procedure that involves cutting away a section of the prostate.
A colonoscopy is an exam used to detect changes or abnormalities in the large intestine (colon) and rectum.
Tonsils are lumps of lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat one each side and they help filter and protect the body from infection.
Spinal fusion is surgery to permanently connect two or more vertebrae in your spine, eliminating motion between them.
An arthroscopy is a type of keyhole surgery used to diagnose and treat problems with joints.
Our teams focus on studying, diagnosing and treating central and peripheral nervous system diseases.
A torn meniscus may not heal on its own as there is a limited blood supply to that area. In this case, your GP may recommend a meniscectomy.
Surgery is one of the options that is sometimes considered for the treatment of a meniscus tear.
Lumbar decompression is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine.
Our specialised teams are at the cutting-edge of the most innovative diagnostic, orthopaedic and surgical techniques, providing each patient with the best possible treatment option.
