Press release by Richard Jordan, PR Coordinator for NC Medical Travel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kathy Jordan, 336-608-5636
San Jose, Costa Rica: October 20, 2015 – I was speaking to a doctor this morning, and I had a realization. Good doctors do not have time for flashy websites and marketing. Bad doctors do. It is that simple. We here at NC Medical Travel provide our patients with a safety net, metaphorically speaking. We partner with the best doctors in Costa Rica and then help them to find patients, specifically from the USA. It is 100% possible for a patient to travel on their own, but it is a gamble with one of the most precious things people have -- their helath.
I have written about do-it-yourself medical tourism before. It can have beautiful results, or catastrophic consequences. Why risk that? There is a common misconception that self-planned medical travel is less expensive. In fact, it is more expensive, for many reasons, including local logistics. Or local providers who are dishonest or find ways to sneak in hidden fees. Or the long-run costs of substandard healthcare.
You see, a bad doctor knows that once you visit him, that is probably the only time. You are not a repeat customer, and he has little incentive to do quality work. As long as you are happy when you leave Costa Rica (and you are in bandages and on pain medication!) the bad doctor is in the clear.
NC Medical Travel is a repeat customer however, and we demand high quality from our partners and for a doctor to stand by their work. We are also a repeat customer for tour companies and hotels.
As with most things in life, this issue is more complicated than taken at first glance. A good doctor (like our partner Victor Urzola, www.drvictorurzola.com/en/ ) can find a talented web designer to run that side of his business. On the flip side, a bad doctor might also be marketing-handicapped.
In all cases, we at NC Medical Travel strongly urge all persons thinking of medical tourism to do their homework. I myself am overjoyed to see people who take personal responsibilty for their own health and that of the ones they love. (As a side note: our company sees many husband-wife trips)
Health is a blessing, and no blessing should be taken for granted.
About NC Medical Travel to Costa Rica:
NC Medical Travel (internationally known as MediRica) is a USA-based company with an open-to-the-public office in Clemmons, NC. They help both individuals and businesses to significantly reduce costs for healthcare. They make the cost savings of medical travel convenient and much safer than unaided medical tourism through various means, including finding trustworthy Costa Rican partners, performing background checks on these partners, setting up appointments, answering questions from USA residents, and when needed guiding their guests personally.
Their website is www.ncmedicaltravel.com/
About Unibe Hospital:
Clinica Unibe is a hospital located in sunny Costa Rica, in the capital city, San Jose. Their facility has all the required Costa Rican Ministry of Health permits, plus they have had the AAAASF accreditation since 2010. Unibe Hospital was the first such facility in Costa Rica to receive the honor of AAAASF accreditation, which assures hospital standards equate with ones in the USA.
Their website is www.clinicaunibe.net/
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Monday, October 19, 2015
Dr. Victor Urzola spearheads rare double procedure; just good healthcare
Press release by Richard Jordan, PR Coordinator for NC Medical Travel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kathy Jordan, 336-608-5636
San Jose, Costa Rica: October 19, 2015 – Very few surgeons can offer what Dr. Victor Urzola can, along with his brother, Dr. Esteban Urzola. With the doctors' specialties working in tandem, a patient can have both cosmetic surgery (such as a facelift) and dental implants with only one surgery appointment. This is an amazing opportunity for the patient, with only one surgery experience, one recovery time, and one operating room expense. This novel technique is not due to any "experimental medicine" or circumvention of FDA standards. It is simply a concern for the patient, good healthcare ethics, and a knack for clever solutions.
Tomorrow, he is doing a combination surgery of dental implants and breast lift. This has become a regular event for his practice.
This marvelous technique is available in Costa Rica at the outstanding local prices and healthcare standards. For more information about Costa Rica, please visit www.ncmedicaltravel.com. Drs. Urzola works at Clinca UNIBE Hospital in the San Jose area of Costa Rica. International patients can access his services through NC Medical Travel (USA office 336-608-5636)
Earlier this year, NC Medical Travel brought a South Carolina woman to Dr. Urzola. She was thrilled with the clear benefits of this kind of combined surgery, and has been even more thrilled with the outcome. Because of the nature of dental implants, she will be returning later this year for her final adjustments.
Earlier this year, NC Medical Travel brought a South Carolina woman to Dr. Urzola. She was thrilled with the clear benefits of this kind of combined surgery, and has been even more thrilled with the outcome. Because of the nature of dental implants, she will be returning later this year for her final adjustments.
In her case, NC Medical Travel staff actually joined her on the same flight to Costa Rica. This staff-person made sure she was properly informed of her pre-surgery prep instructions. They made sure all the billing was handled seamlessly. They made sure the patient was comfortably cared for in her recovery center, which NC Medical Travel arranged.
About Dr. Victor Urzola:
Dr. Victor Urzola has been practicing medicine since 2007. His first double-surgery (implants and cosmetic) was performed in 2013 in concert with his brother, Dr. Esteban Urzola. He received his undergraduate medical degree in Costa Rica, and completed his further training and degrees at the University of Milan, Italy and the University of Henri Poincare, France. He also completed a fellowship at the Ramsey Surgical Center in New Jersey, USA. He is an active member of the Costa Rican Society of Plastic Surgery (ACCPRE), the European Society of Plastic Surgery, and the American Society of Aesthetic Surgery, among others.
His website is www.drvictorurzola.com/en/
NC Medical Travel (internationally known as MediRica) is a USA-based company with an open-to-the-public office in Clemmons, NC. They help both individuals and businesses to significantly reduce costs for healthcare. They make the cost savings of medical travel convenient and much safer than unaided medical tourism through various means, including finding trustworthy Costa Rican partners, performing background checks on these partners, setting up appointments, answering questions from USA residents, and when needed guiding their guests personally.
Their website is www.ncmedicaltravel.com/
About Unibe Hospital:
Clinica Unibe is a hospital located in sunny Costa Rica, in the capital city, San Jose. Their facility has all the required Costa Rican Ministry of Health permits, plus they have had the AAAASF accreditation since 2010. Unibe Hospital was the first such facility in Costa Rica to receive the honor of AAAASF accreditation, which assures hospital standards equate with ones in the USA.
Their website is www.clinicaunibe.net/
Costa Rican dermatologist impresses South Carolina patient
Press release by Richard Jordan, PR Coordinator for NC Medical Travel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kathy Jordan, 336-608-5636
San Jose, Costa Rica: October 19, 2015 – Dr. Paulo César Quirós, a dermatologist working in Costa Rica, recently saw a South Carolina lady in his UNIBE Hospital offices. In August 2015 she sent an e-mail to NC Medical Travel, saying she had a worrisome area on her skin and wanted to see a dermatologist very soon. However, she had lots of questions. Her questions were answered and she was promptly scheduled to see a dermatologist. She made her flight bookings, and within a month (in September 2015) she was met at the airport by American-born staff of NC Medical Travel.
While this lady (a member of Samaritan Ministries) was in Costa Rica, she decided it was a good idea to get a wide range of diagnostic tests. In a mere two half-days she got blood tests, a physical, a colonoscopy, a mammogram, a dermatologist visit, and a PAP smear. Afterwards, she enjoyed two and half days of tours.
While this lady (a member of Samaritan Ministries) was in Costa Rica, she decided it was a good idea to get a wide range of diagnostic tests. In a mere two half-days she got blood tests, a physical, a colonoscopy, a mammogram, a dermatologist visit, and a PAP smear. Afterwards, she enjoyed two and half days of tours.
She was impressed by Dr. Quirós in a few ways. First, he was professional and spoke reasonable English. Second, his high-tech solutions (liquid nitrogen) were interesting to see. Third, his treatments were refreshingly simple and very fast and efficient. (She was in and out in less than 45 minutes...I was there.)
Fourthly, she was also impressed that her dermatologist did not waste her time with unnecessary biopsies or similar procedures. Sure, a biopsy was an option, but it was better for the patient to just simply treat the questionable areas instead of waiting.
Fifth, and perhaps most impressive, Dr. Quirós went above and beyond for the good of his patient(s). The lady from South Carolina arrived about two hours late to UNIBE due to flight delays. She had missed her dermatology appointment. Dr. Quirós had had to leave and go to another hospital in the area (where he also sees patients) for the good of that patient. Then, once the South Carolina lady was confirmed at UNIBE, he rushed across the city for her benefit. And quite simply, that experience made her whole trip outstanding.
Fourthly, she was also impressed that her dermatologist did not waste her time with unnecessary biopsies or similar procedures. Sure, a biopsy was an option, but it was better for the patient to just simply treat the questionable areas instead of waiting.
Fifth, and perhaps most impressive, Dr. Quirós went above and beyond for the good of his patient(s). The lady from South Carolina arrived about two hours late to UNIBE due to flight delays. She had missed her dermatology appointment. Dr. Quirós had had to leave and go to another hospital in the area (where he also sees patients) for the good of that patient. Then, once the South Carolina lady was confirmed at UNIBE, he rushed across the city for her benefit. And quite simply, that experience made her whole trip outstanding.
Dr. Quirós began his training in Costa Rica (UNIBE) and specialized in dermatology in Guatemala (Instituto de Dermataologia y Cirugia de Piel). He is certified by the (Costa Rican) National Congress of Medicine. He received an award from the 15th Latin American Congress of Dermatology in 2006. He has been practicing his specialization since 2007, although he was a general physician beginning 2001.
About NC Medical Travel to Costa Rica:
About NC Medical Travel to Costa Rica:
NC Medical Travel (internationally known as MediRica) is a USA-based company with an open-to-the-public office in Clemmons, NC. They help both individuals and businesses to significantly reduce costs for healthcare. They make the cost savings of medical travel convenient and much safer than unaided medical tourism through various means, including finding trustworthy Costa Rican partners, performing background checks on these partners, setting up appointments, answering questions from USA residents, and when needed guiding their guests personally.
Clinica Unibe is a hospital located in sunny Costa Rica, in the capital city, San Jose. Their facility has all the required Costa Rican Ministry of Health permits, plus they have had the AAAASF accreditation since 2010. Unibe Hospital was the first such facility in Costa Rica to receive the honor of AAAASF accreditation.
Their website is www.clinicaunibe.net/
Their website is www.clinicaunibe.net/
Dr. Vladimir Putvinsky, Cardiologist, Serves Two USA Samaritan Members as Specialist in Intervention Medicine
Press release by Richard Jordan, PR Coordinator for NC Medical Travel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kathy Jordan, 336-608-5636
San Jose, Costa Rica: October 19, 2015 – Heart disease is nothing to be taken lightly. For members of Christian cost-sharing groups, this is as big a problem as for anyone else. Perhaps even more so, because preventative medicine is not usually provided for by these grassroots healthcare cooperatives. That is not a criticism of these groups. They are established for financial and emotional and spiritual relief in times of suffering.
Dr. Putvinsky, and all of the doctors and staff at UNIBE Hospital, can help USA patients who have a limited budget for their medical care. NC Medical Travel makes all this possible by helping USA patients access the marvels of affordable healthcare.
Preventative medicine is one of the biggest draws of UNIBE Hospital for foreign patients. With the potentially life-saving benefits of such diagnostic testing, the reason is clear. Many patients have chosen a venture abroad with NC Medical Travel (who arranges all this through their office in the U.S.).
Dr. Putvinsky is proud of his position as a specialist in intervention medicine within his cardiology practice. He was trained Russia (University of Moscow), Costa Rica (UNIBE), and Israel (University of Hadsassah). He began practicing medicine in 2003. He has been published (along with his colleagues) in many professional medical publications. He has been a speaker at various pretigious conferences, specifically in Israel. He speaks excellent English.
The two Samaritan patients he has seen have each had unique stories.
One man was in a pickle. He was a preacher in Pennsylvania and his doctor told him he needed a heart stress test to see if his life was in danger. Needless to say, that was an unexpected expense to have. Happily, NC Medical Travel helped him find a way out of his dilemma (April 2015).
The other gentleman (July 2015) from Samaritan Ministries was facing a wide range of diagnostic testing that was suggested at his age, despite his apparent good health. Many people are faced with that predicament, and pick and choose what tests they can afford -- which is gambling with your life. Instead, this man realized for the price of one colonoscopy back in Illinois he could have a that exam, plus a heart stress test, a consultation with an orthopedic specialist, bloodtests, a thorough physical, a dental cleaning, and all his travel expenses for a week (including airfare).
NC Medical Travel and UNIBE Hospital are proud they can make a difference in people's lives.
About NC Medical Travel to Costa Rica:
NC Medical Travel (internationally known as MediRica) is a USA-based company with an open-to-the-public office in Clemmons, NC. They help both individuals and businesses to significantly reduce costs for healthcare. They make the cost savings of medical travel convenient and much safer than unaided medical tourism through various means, including finding trustworthy Costa Rican partners, performing background checks on these partners, setting up appointments, answering questions from USA residents, and when needed guiding their guests personally.
Their website is www.ncmedicaltravel.com/
About Unibe Hospital:
Clinica Unibe is a hospital located in sunny Costa Rica, in the capital city, San Jose. Their facility has all the required Costa Rican Ministry of Health permits, plus they have had the AAAASF accreditation since 2010. Unibe Hospital was the first such facility in Costa Rica to receive the honor of AAAASF accreditation.
About Samaritan Ministries, International:
Samaritan Ministries is a cost-sharing Christian group whose members volunteer to help fellow
members with medical bills according to Guidelines adopted by the members. Building on a
foundation of trust, compassion, and Christian values, Samaritan is an eligible option under the
national health care law.
Their website is www.samaritanministries.org.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kathy Jordan, 336-608-5636
San Jose, Costa Rica: October 19, 2015 – Heart disease is nothing to be taken lightly. For members of Christian cost-sharing groups, this is as big a problem as for anyone else. Perhaps even more so, because preventative medicine is not usually provided for by these grassroots healthcare cooperatives. That is not a criticism of these groups. They are established for financial and emotional and spiritual relief in times of suffering.
Dr. Putvinsky, and all of the doctors and staff at UNIBE Hospital, can help USA patients who have a limited budget for their medical care. NC Medical Travel makes all this possible by helping USA patients access the marvels of affordable healthcare.
Preventative medicine is one of the biggest draws of UNIBE Hospital for foreign patients. With the potentially life-saving benefits of such diagnostic testing, the reason is clear. Many patients have chosen a venture abroad with NC Medical Travel (who arranges all this through their office in the U.S.).
Dr. Putvinsky is proud of his position as a specialist in intervention medicine within his cardiology practice. He was trained Russia (University of Moscow), Costa Rica (UNIBE), and Israel (University of Hadsassah). He began practicing medicine in 2003. He has been published (along with his colleagues) in many professional medical publications. He has been a speaker at various pretigious conferences, specifically in Israel. He speaks excellent English.
The two Samaritan patients he has seen have each had unique stories.
One man was in a pickle. He was a preacher in Pennsylvania and his doctor told him he needed a heart stress test to see if his life was in danger. Needless to say, that was an unexpected expense to have. Happily, NC Medical Travel helped him find a way out of his dilemma (April 2015).
The other gentleman (July 2015) from Samaritan Ministries was facing a wide range of diagnostic testing that was suggested at his age, despite his apparent good health. Many people are faced with that predicament, and pick and choose what tests they can afford -- which is gambling with your life. Instead, this man realized for the price of one colonoscopy back in Illinois he could have a that exam, plus a heart stress test, a consultation with an orthopedic specialist, bloodtests, a thorough physical, a dental cleaning, and all his travel expenses for a week (including airfare).
NC Medical Travel and UNIBE Hospital are proud they can make a difference in people's lives.
About NC Medical Travel to Costa Rica:
NC Medical Travel (internationally known as MediRica) is a USA-based company with an open-to-the-public office in Clemmons, NC. They help both individuals and businesses to significantly reduce costs for healthcare. They make the cost savings of medical travel convenient and much safer than unaided medical tourism through various means, including finding trustworthy Costa Rican partners, performing background checks on these partners, setting up appointments, answering questions from USA residents, and when needed guiding their guests personally.
Their website is www.ncmedicaltravel.com/
About Unibe Hospital:
Clinica Unibe is a hospital located in sunny Costa Rica, in the capital city, San Jose. Their facility has all the required Costa Rican Ministry of Health permits, plus they have had the AAAASF accreditation since 2010. Unibe Hospital was the first such facility in Costa Rica to receive the honor of AAAASF accreditation.
About Samaritan Ministries, International:
Samaritan Ministries is a cost-sharing Christian group whose members volunteer to help fellow
members with medical bills according to Guidelines adopted by the members. Building on a
foundation of trust, compassion, and Christian values, Samaritan is an eligible option under the
national health care law.
Their website is www.samaritanministries.org.
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