Plan Your Trip
We understand that seeking medical care outside your home country can be a physically and emotionally exhausting experience, and we know that it can be a stressful ordeal. The International Patient Department at Amara Hospital strives to ensure that you not only feel at home during your stay but also to ensure you return to your country in good health.
PROCESS
The International Patient Department at Amara Hospital was established to assist patients in planning and preparing their travel plans to the hospital. At Amara Hospital, we strive not only to provide world-class medical care and procedures, but also to ensure that you feel most comfortable and at ease during your treatment with us.
You can refer to the information below to plan your trip to Amara Hospital. If you prefer to have a representative personally help you prepare, please use the contact form on the right to communicate with the International Representative.
Throughout our website, we try our best to keep you informed about our procedures, specialties, doctors and hospitals. If you are planning to consider Amara Hospital as one of your preferred destinations for medical treatment, take some time to discover the technologies, competencies, services and facilities we offer. If you are interested in a particular specialty hospital, but you are unsure of your choice, you can contact a representative for further guidance.
Once you have selected a treatment location, discuss with an International Representative or online doctor and submit your inquiries including medical reports and history. Amara Hospital is made up of a large group of internationally qualified doctors and healthcare professionals, ensuring every patient receives the best possible care and treatment. With our medical fraternity representing more than 21 medical specialties and a large number of doctors, we provide a Find a Doctor section for our patients. This section allows you to conveniently search and browse the profiles of each medical practitioner.
We aim to respond to any inquiries within 48 hours. Please note that depending on the nature of the question, we may ask further clarifying questions to provide the most accurate response. This is also the case when your doctor may ask your medical records to communicate about available treatment options.
For patients traveling abroad for medical treatment for the first time, the following are useful:
hints to help you plan your trip. Anyway, if you want someone to help guide you, go ahead
feel free to contact Amara Hospital International Representative (use the contact form on the right
side).
- Check with your current doctor, or get a free online consultation with Amara Hospital doctors to determine
if you are eligible to travel abroad in your current health and medical condition. - Once you decide to continue your treatment overseas, be sure to tell your local doctor to continue
follow-up in your home country. - Learn more about procedures including; what are your expectations and what can be achieved from the operation. Check
with your doctor what to expect during your recovery and if any physical therapy is needed. - New patients must send a copy of their passport (including staff) to receive a Visa invitation letter from
hospital. After the patient receives the hospital invitation letter, it is very important to share their flight
itineraries with International Representatives. - Bring along your important documents including Visa, immunization records, MRI scans and other medicals
document. (For a complete list of required documents, see our Required Documents section.) - At the airport, the hospital staff will arrange an airport pick-up service for the patient in addition to the hotel
accompaniment.
If you prefer to stay in a hotel near a hospital during your treatment, the International Patient Division can assist you with room arrangements, within your preferred budget. Contact the International Representative prior to your travel period for more details.
Upon arrival at the hospital, please note that you are required to present your passport at the registration counter to complete your patient registration at the hospital. The hospital will keep a copy of your passport (photo page and Visa) for your hospital records. Please note that this is a mandatory step as per the directives of the Government of India.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
When planning to travel abroad, it is important to prepare and bring the necessary documents for ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Here is a list of documents that you need to bring before your departure to India:
- Report your medical/medical history or any statements relating to past or ongoing treatment sessions.
- Photocopy of Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever, Polio, etc.), X-ray, MRI, immunization records, prescription,
and relevant medical documents including records of previous operations. Make sure you have this medical report and
related drugs with you at all times in your bag or carry-on baggage. - Passport and Visa are a must; check with our International Travel Desk regarding Visa requirements, depending on
the country you are traveling to. - Bring local currency, travelers checks, and/or credit and debit cards.
VISA
Foreign patients can refer to the Indian Immigration Bureau website to learn more about Indian Visa requirements and regulations here.
Notes :
Patients from Pakistan and Bangladesh are required to complete their registration within the first 24 hours in Nearest Police/Commissioner Station.
Visa and Transit documents and instructions are further provided by an Amara Hospital International Patient Care Representative. For specific questions and help with preparation your travel documents, simply click on the get visa letter icon to speak with our International Representative.
LIABILITY
At Amara Hospital, we work with a number of International Insurance providers. You can get a list from the International Patient Desk/Admissions Counter or contact the International Representative to learn more. As a side note, we are unable to process or accept foreign insurance coverage that is not listed.
Insurance coverage for companies on our list applies only to inpatient procedures (48 hours of hospitalization) and approval from the insurance provider is required. A deposit is required upon entry to the inpatient billing department. The deposit amount will be refunded once your insurance provider allows payment of the treatment. If insurance coverage is not provided within 48 hours of admission, you will need to pay the hospital bill and claim reimbursement from your insurance provider at a later date.
For specific questions and concerns, please feel free to click on the talk to our expert button to get in touch with our our International Representative.
Why Choose AH
No matter which part of the globe you are in, we are here to help bring you back to good health.
Our range of facilities is designed to ensure that you are always put first and receive the best possible care, safety and comfort.
Your health is our priority
When you come to Amara Hospital as an international patient, we will make you feel comfortable and supported throughout your stay. Our goal is to help you return to your home country, and back to your life, in good health, as quickly as possible. Patient experience matters to us the most and you are at the core of everything we do.
A home away from home
Travelling to another country, and outside your comfort zone, may be a little stressful for you and your family. We understand how important it is for you to have peace of mind knowing that you are in good hands and are receiving the best possible treatment. So, we go the extra mile to ensure that we provide a very seamless and personalized care and services.
Personalized Care
Let us focus on the details right from your very first contact through your visit and back home, so that you can focus on healing and recovering. We have a team of multi-cultural and multi-lingual international coordinators, who work with you very closely throughout your journey and provide you personalized attention and care.
Our Facilities
Health Destination
That Cares
Health Care
Specialized Cares
(Amara Trauma System)
Our Concierge Services for
International Patients
Our team at the help desk offers warm hospitality towards our patients, their family and their acquaintances. All support staff are trained in soft skills to make your process of health care at ease. Services include escorts, medical care coordination, language support, concierge help and information. Services at Helpdesk include:
- Provide Information
- Assistance to do registration
- Assist in scheduling appointments
- Medical/Non-Medical Coordination
Patient Centricity is what Amara Hospital believes. Deeply rooted in its value, the hospital understands the communication between the caregivers and patients impacts patient care, thus Amara Hospital offers language assistance to the patients whose preferred language is other than English. Cultural support officers who speaks International Languages and help patients with the end-to-end communication. Along with this, on special request and availability, assistance on other International customer support services will be provided.
- Hotel Reservation (To your choice of hotels)
- Responsible for Air tickets for both domestic and International (Rerouting, reconfirmation, revalidation, change of dates and new tickets)
- Transportation / Commuting service to the airport or other destinations if required.
- Local tour services (Half Day / Full day / Evening dinner & Entertainment)
(*conditions applied)
Travel During Covid
We understand the difficulties in travelling during these uncertain COVID. We have taken utmost steps to prevent COVID infections. All the staffs at Amara Hospital are vaccinated.
The bubble at Amara Hospital strives to create a COVID free zone.
We request the patients and their attendants to be vaccinated for their safety.
Before Travel
- Kindly make sure you follow proper airline guidelines and protocols
After Travel
- Please wear mast, gloves and head gears.
- Kindly follow proper social distancing
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We're Here to help
We understand the needs of international patients and families. Our international coordinator will welcome you and assist you in multiple ways. Right from scheduling your appointments, planning your travel, booking your accommodation, arranging for medical visa, verification of insurance, our coordinators will be your point of contact throughout your visit and help you navigate our health care system to ensure that your experience is as comfortable as possible. We have outlined the steps below as you plan your travel and treatment at Amara Hospital.
