Healthcare Abroad

09/12/2025

📸A snapshot from last Saturday captures recent hip-replacement patients meeting with Dr. Lucas Kleijn and Caterina, the Medical Patient Liaison from the Healthcare Abroad team, at the Daniya Hotel in Denia.

👥As part of the follow-up support offered by our medical team, Dr. Kleijn took time over the weekend to visit patients after their procedures at HCB Denia and ensure their recovery was progressing smoothly.

🇮🇪This personalised aftercare is why Dr. Kleijn is so popular among Irish patients and it underscores our Care Concept; a commitment to being there for you every step of the way.

Pictured from left to right: Caterina (Healthcare Abroad), Michelle, Dr. Lucas Kleijn, Niamh, Paul, Donal, Christina, and Bridget

📖To learn more about Dr. Kleijn, visit https://healthcareabroad.ie/doctor/dr-lucas-kleijn

📲To start your healthcare journey, visit https://healthcareabroad.ie/contact-us

03/12/2025

"The drivers and the support team are in the hotel every day, and they are incredibly helpful, not to mention a bit of craic" - Fiona's Hip Replacement in HCB Denia ✅

"A first-rate experience from start to finish. I was supported throughout the whole process. I was able to access hip replacement surgery quickly, and I went through the credit union for a loan, who deal directly with Healthcare Abroad, so there was no need for me to even manage the financial side of things. Healthcare Abroad book the hotel for you (which you pay for), and they have people who meet you when you land in Spain, collect you from the airport and bring you to the hotel."

"The drivers and the support team are in the hotel every day, and they are incredibly helpful, not to mention a bit of craic. The hospital is first rate, as are the staff. You get 10 sessions of physio once you are discharged and that really makes a difference to your recovery. I travelled by myself, but there’s a community of other patients and their carers around for company if you need anything. About half the people who travelled for surgery at the same time as me came alone."

"I am glad I chose this option versus staying in Ireland for it, especially for the rehab post-op, which has built my confidence and physical ability after surgery."

Update: 3 weeks post-surgery⏰

"I am convalescing in Calpe, and the sea and sunshine are good for the soul! Staples out and virtually pain free, walking with one crutch indoors and over short distances."

01/12/2025

Penny from Dublin's Septum Straightening Surgery in Alicante - Reimbursed by the HSE🏥

A septoplasty is a procedure to straighten a deviated septum, the wall of bone and cartilage that separates your nostrils. Penny came over to Spain last month for surgery under the EU Cross Border Directive and she tells us below how her experience was.

"I can't thank Healthcare Abroad enough for all they did for me. They made my stay in Spain as comfortable as was possible, making sure I was escorted to and from all my hospital visits. The hospital I had my operation in was a lovely place. All the staff were very professional and very, very nice. My consultant, Dr. Fransisco Pastor was incredible and I can't thank him and his team and Vithas Medimar Hospital in Alicante enough."

To learn more about getting treatment without waiting lists, consider Healthcare Abroad, visit https://www.trustpilot.com/review/healthcareabroad.ie?utm_medium=trustbox&utm_source=Mini to read more first-hand patient reviews ✅

27/11/2025

"A level of expertise beyond belief" Tony's Hip Replacement in Spain. Republic of Ireland residetns can access HSE reimbursed treatment with no waiting lists under the EU Cross Border Directive ✅ Take the first step today by visiting : https://healthcareabroad.ie/contact-us

27/11/2025

We're Hiring: Drivers in Benalmadena

Are you looking for a new job opportunity in a growing company? Healthcare Abroad is Ireland’s leading cross-border healthcare facilitator, helping Irish patients access treatment in Spain under the EU Cross Border Healthcare Directive. We are expanding our team in Benalmádena, Málaga and looking for motivated individuals to join us.

We are currently hiring for Drivers

✅ English and Spanish required (Irish is a plus)
✅ Full-time roles available
✅ Work in an international healthcare setting

If you have experience in driving or administration and are looking for a new challenge, get in touch with us today

📩 Send your CV to: Maria@healthcareabroad.ie
Subject Line : Driver Position Madrid or Driver Position Benalmadena

Discover what we do the services provided by Healthcare Abroad. See how we look after you through every step of the treatment process abroad.

27/11/2025

We're Hiring: Drivers in Benalmadena, Málaga

Are you looking for a new job opportunity in a growing company? Healthcare Abroad is Ireland’s leading cross-border healthcare facilitator, helping Irish patients access treatment in Spain under the EU Cross Border Healthcare Directive. We are expanding our team in Benalmádena, Málaga and looking for motivated individuals to join us.

We are currently hiring for Drivers

✅ English and Spanish required (Irish is a plus)
✅ Full-time roles available
✅ Work in an international healthcare setting

If you have experience in driving or administration and are looking for a new challenge, get in touch with us today

📩 Send your CV or contact us for more details:
maria@healthcareabroad.ie

26/11/2025

"I have recently returned to full-time work and I cannot express how great it is to be pain free." - 3 Months after Gerry's Hip Replacement in Spain ✅

"Dr Sendra had advised me that it would take between two to three weeks before I would see a rapid improvement in my recovery. He was true to his word. By week 3 my mobility was improving rapidly on a daily basis. Continuing at home with the online physio program that the hospital gave me played a major part in this."

"I am so grateful to Healthcare Abroad for everything that they have done to get me back to where I am today. I'll never again take for granted the simplest of things like putting on my own socks and tying my shoelaces in comfort."

"Healthcare Abroad professionalism from when I first contacted them to the present day has been exceptional. They are one of the best companies that I have ever dealt with in any aspect of my life. Should you need surgery, do yourself a favour, and contact Healthcare Abroad and at least hear what they have to say."

"If you want any independent opinion or just a chat about my experience with them, then feel free to message me on here."

"Again many thanks to Healthcare Abroad for giving me the chance to get back to living a normal life."

Read the full story here: https://healthcareabroad.ie/patient-stories/gerrys-story

Explore your options by calling us on 01 267 8011 or visiting https://healthcareabroad.ie/contact-us today.

Discover what we do the services provided by Healthcare Abroad. See how we look after you through every step of the treatment process abroad.

24/11/2025

💜My Back Surgery in Spain with Healthcare Abroad - Angela From Wexford's Story💛
From the very first phone call to Healthcare Abroad to arriving , every aspect of my journey was explained and helped with. From the team in Dublin to to the hospital and also the team of carers in my hotel, the care was absolutely amazing.
I cannot express how incredible my journey has been.✅

⌛To start your Healthcare Journey today, visit https://healthcareabroad.ie/contact-us
🗣For more patient reviews, have a look at our Trsutpilot: https://www.trustpilot.com/review/healthcareabroad.ie?utm_medium=trustbox&utm_source=Mini

20/11/2025

Join us today at Wallis Bar, Midleton between 2–7pm for a chat about how you can receive HSE-reimbursed treatment in private hospitals in Spain under the EU Cross-Border Healthcare Directive.

Today is the final day of our Cork Roadshows!

📍 Venue: Wallis Bar, Midleton
📅 Date: Thursday, 20th November
🕑 Time: 2–7pm

Come along - we’d love to help.

19/11/2025

👋The Healthcare Abroad Information Roadshow will be in The Hibernian Hotel in Mallow from 14:00 - 19:00 today. Stop by anytime this afternoon to ask any questions you have about getting treatment abroad under the EU Cross Border Healthcare Directive.

☕Drop in for 10 or 15 minutes if you would like to start the process, or to meet the wonderful Debbie, Grainne and Paul from our team and learn more about the options available to Irish residents.

3️⃣This is the third of four events, tomorrow we will be in Wallis Bar Midleton, to answer any questions you might have. We hope to continue the roadshow into the new year and visit other parts of the country.

✅We have already helped over 2,500 Irish residents access timely surgery, with medical treatment costs reimbursed by the HSE.

To find out more, visit https://healthcareabroad.ie/ or call out team on 📱01 267 8011

18/11/2025

🏥☀Andrew from Kilkenny's Back and Hip Surgeries in Spain☀🏥
“I first came out here in April for spinal decompression. I was in a good bit of pain at the time, and a person I knew who had been here before told me about Healthcare Abroad. So I said I’d try it, and I was impressed straight away.”

Smooth Sailing

"The speed and organisation are what stood out the most. Everything was done in one run — bloods, ECG, blood pressure, seeing the doctor — all in the one day. The next morning I was fasting, and then straight in for the operation. I was maybe two or three days in recovery, and everything was very good.”

The Second Time Round

Andrew came back to Spain in October for a hip replacement, 6 months after the spinal decompression surgery. “This time around, I’ve had even more physio. I’m getting physio five days a week, and I’m doing some exercises myself now. The progress I’ve made in a week is unbelievable — I’m up, I can dress myself, shower myself. It’s brilliant.”

"The people made all the difference. The help from the drivers and the staff is absolutely fantastic. Everyone is wonderful — the drivers, the nurses, the ladies in the hospital. And you meet people from Ireland and all over when you’re having breakfast. It’s lovely. You stay in a top-class hotel and the staff went out of there way to help you, cleaning ladys were top-class. It's a beautiful place to stay in Denia."

The Future

Andrew is optimistic about what’s ahead. “I’m looking forward to getting back to doing a bit, you know, going to matches, doing some DIY at home. I’m seventy, but I’m feeling good.”

"Most importantly, people need to know that they don't have to wait. I’d recommend anyone to come here. You’re not waiting at all - I was seen three weeks after I called Healthcare Abroad. They collect you at the airport, help you with everything, and everything is done for you. It’s perfect.”

If you know someone who may benefit from our services, let them know, or visit https://healthcareabroad.ie/contact-us to find out more.

17/11/2025

☕ The Healthcare Abroad Monday Mixer ☕

Join us every Monday at Hotel Daniya, Dénia, for a comforting taste of home, great conversations, and the chance to meet fellow patients and companions ☘