Valve Replacement in India

A valve replacement in India involves the surgeon removing the diseased heart valve and replacing it with prosthetic or artificial heart valve. This artificial valve is either a mechanical or a tissue valve that works much like a normal one. The mechanical heart valves are made of a strong material such as carbon or titanium while the tissue heart valves are obtained either from the human donors or from animal tissue. Around 95% of all valve replacements are performed for mitral or aortic valves. Get in touch with us to book an instant appointment with the best valve replacement surgeons in India. Fill up the consultation form to get affordable cost valve replacement in India.

There are four procedures:

• Mitral valve replacement
• Aortic valve replacement
• Tricuspid valve replacement
• Pulmonary valve replacement

After receiving your new heart valve you will likely start noticing an immediate improvement in how you feel. The complete recovery may take around 6 to 12 weeks and most heart valve patients resume a normal, healthy lifestyle.

Valve Replacement Benefits in India

Generally the valve replacement in India is considered safe and you should feel some benefits of the new heart valve almost immediately. Over time you should be able to resume engaging in your normal activities. Each patient recovers at his/her own pace and the recovery depends on your overall strength. Gradually, the effects of your old, damaged valve on the body will fade as the new heart valve begins to help with the heart function more efficiently. Get in touch with us to get Special surgery packages for Zimbabweans. Fill up the form to book a quick appointment for Valve replacement in India for Zimbabwe nationals.

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Special Services for Zimbabwe Patients

Special and individualized care – We ensure fast and efficient services, which include immediate diagnostic and treatment procedures with no waiting lists. There is 24/7 staff for full patient support services, who are well trained to handle the most complex situations. Depending on the urgency, there are special consultations for scans, clinical investigations organized for Zimbabwean medical tourists. Even if you are not insured, we ascertain that you are equally benefitted; and we don’t need any doctor’s referral to cater to you. We attend each and every Zimbabwean with supreme care and patience.

Special packages – One thing that comes into consideration and is obviously very crucial while choosing a treatment destination, is the cost factor. We understand this and ensure that our patients are happy and supremely satisfied with the pricing of the treatments and procedures, they are looking for. We specially offer very cost effective packages for medical tourists from Zimbabwe; customize the packages keeping in mind that patients are coming from all sections of the society.

Free second opinion – When it comes to illness and related procedures, certainly there can be some doubts in your mind; regarding the proficiency of the doctor or about the clinical investigation. So that you have no doubts regarding these factors and have full trust in us, we can arrange for free second opinion in our empanelled hospitals. This will surely help in clearing your dilemma and cement the trust in our relationship further.

Language Assistance – It is very important that the medical personnel are capable of handling this language issue, as health issues need to be communicated accurately and in a very detailed manner. So, we look after this issue by arranging expert translators/interpreters so that the requirements of our Zimbabwean friends reach the doctor properly and vice versa.

Quick visa assistance – We make the visa process absolutely uncomplicated and hassle free. Our 24/7 visa assistance is at your disposal to look after all your queries and needs related to visa. We make it as simple as possible so that there is no time wastage, keeping in mind your health issues and the associated urgency.

Logistics Support – We are with you right from the moment you arrive at the airport. Our staff is there to receive the medical tourists at the airport, ensure that the guesthouse/hotel is perfect for the travelers. Further, we monitor your admission formalities and keep a detailed track your treatment process at the hospital – either in person or over phone – as and when required. Also, we provide regular medical updates about you to the sponsor of the treatment such as, the insurance agency, charity organization, your employer, etc.

Special food – Every health issue, its treatment and the suggested procedure comes along with its own dietary schedule and restrictions. We make sure that the food issues and such restrictions are well taken care of, ensuring your good health. We have special tie-ups with local food chains; customized diet plans are proffered keeping in mind speedy recovery and for better outcomes for the Zimbabwean patients.

Follow up services – After any treatment/procedure, the most important phase is the follow up. Without this, the procedure is considered incomplete and can lead to a relapse. Follow up is important both for the patient as well as the doctor/surgeon. We ensure that there are no obstacles or interruptions in this phase and organize follow up services even after the patient is back in his own country, after his successful treatment in India.

Clinical camps – In order to create awareness about various health issues as well as to provide free and easily accessible services, clinical camps are organized in Zimbabwe. There are doctors and assistant staff available in such camps to guide Zimbabweans regarding many health issues and associated precautions.

Why Zimbabwe Patients Travel to India for Valve Replacement?

Zimbabwe faces critical shortage of expert doctors in all fields which is why the Zimbabweans travel abroad seeking valve replacement. Zimbabweans travel to neighboring African countries for example in 2010 nearly 17,000 travelled to South Africa seeking treatments. However, the cost of complex surgeries is around three times higher in South Africa compared to that in India.

India has seen a steady growth in the inflow of several thousands of patients from Zimbabwe seeking medical treatments since 2010. That’s because of the low cost of healthcare services in India as compared to other countries such as the USA, UK, South Africa, etc. As per the findings by the Journal of Medical Travel (JMT) the average range of savings in India is around 65 to 90 percent that too without comprising the quality of services and care.

According to the Indian Medical Travel Association (IMTA) the number of medical tourists coming to the country for medical purposes was 200,000 in the year 2016. Several thousand Zimbabweans visit India for their medical treatments in general and cardiac procedures specifically seeking cost effective and world class quality benefits from the medical value providers and hospitals in India.

About Indian Hospitals

The hospitals in India have the right expertise, state of the art equipments to conduct the most complex treatments for every patient’s complete recovery. They provide diagnosis and treatments for a wide spectrum of conditions with unsurpassed expertise and knowledge. Our doctors at the hospitals cater to all your health needs allowing you to live a carefree life. So if you are thinking to get yourself treated in India, you are making the best decision since India has best hospitals with advanced equipments, expert doctors and the pocket friendly treatment packages that ensure that more and more Zimbabweans travel to India for valve replacement return home successfully treated. Contact us to get low cost valve replacement in India at the Top Hospitals for valve replacement in India.

Medical Visa Information for Patients from Zimbabwe to India

One would need a medical visa if he/she is travelling to India for his/her treatment. Medical tourism to India from Zimbabwe depends on the availability, criteria and eligibility of getting a medical visa matters. Hence we provide all the information on the Indian medical visa from Zimbabwe.

The High Commission of India, Harare in Zimbabwe, the primary considerations to grant a medical visa includes the serious ailments such as cardiac problems, congenital disorders, neurosurgery, joint replacements, plastic surgery, renal disorders, organ transplantation, ophthalmic disorders, and radiotherapy and gene therapy. The list of treatments is non-exhaustive.

• The sole purpose of travel should be undergoing medical treatment in India.
• The applicant should seek medical treatments at reputed/specialized/recognized hospitals in India.
• Two medical attendants are allowed to travel with the patient which could be his/her family members, associated or relatives.

Documents required for submission of Visa Application to India for Zimbabwean nationals

• Online registered/duly filled in Visa application form signed by the applicant.
• One photographs conforming to specifications and photo may be uploaded during registration.
• Return air tickets and copy of applicants Passport along with the original Passport.
• Letter from the local hospital/doctor and/or Certificate from doctor/hospital after examination of the patient’s condition, requirements and availability of the treatment in India. Complete copies of treatment record from the local hospital.
• Letter from the Indian hospital showing the name of patient & attendant and estimate medical treatment cost, which must also be mailed by the hospital authorities to Embassy’s mail box consembindia.org.zw.
• If the patient is on Medical aid and letter from Medical Aid Society confirming patient’s admissibility for medical treatment in India and Guarantee from the Medical Aid society for the treatment expenses and proof of fund transfer to India.
• Latest Bank statement. The Account’s statement should be certified by the bank and must indicate applicant’s full name & address showing enough funds to conduct the trip.
• In case of someone else bank-statement, please enclose the affidavit of the person sponsoring the expenses along with the copy of the photo identity card / passport bearing the ink-signed signature of the sponsor.
• Proof of relationship of attendant accompanying the patient and/or a letter indicating relationship.
• A separate letter giving full details of previous visits to India, including periods of stay.
• If a third party is sponsoring the patient and attendant, then please enclose the affidavit of the person sponsoring the expenses along with the copy of the photo identity card / passport bearing the ink-signed signature of the sponsor and his bank attested bank-statement. The affidavit should clearly mention the relation and/or reason for sponsoring the patient and attendant and the Sponsor should take all responsibility for the conduct & return from India of the sponsored persons.
• Third party sponsoring is not allowed for terminal illness treatment.
• Visa fee in Cash/USD

Before applying for visa, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of your application.

Medical Visa Invitation Letter

When you are applying for a Medical visa from Zimbabwe to India, a visa invitation letter is required. A visa invitation letter is a formal document that is sent to the patient from the Indian hospital that sanctions his/her medical treatment in that hospital in India.

This also serves the purpose of a proof that the patient has indeed contacted with Indian hospital and will be having his or her treatment there. The visa invitation letter consists of the patient details, details of his/her ailment, treatment procedure and duration of the treatment involved. Hence it is an important and mandatory document required during the application and for the sanction of a medical visa to the patient. Hence we provide medical visa invitation letter for Valve replacement in India for Zimbabwe patients.

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Vaccination

Travelers visiting India must possess a valid "Yellow Fever Vaccination" card if they are transiting or have transited through a Yellow Fever Zone.

• Flight & Travel from Zimbabwe to India
• Harare, Zimbabwe (HRE) to Mumbai, India (BOM)
• Bulawayo, ZI (BUQ) to New Delhi, IN (DEL)
• Harare, Zimbabwe (HRE) to Chennai, IN (MAA)
• Harare, Zimbabwe (HRE) to Bangalore, IN (BLR)

Flight Details from Zimbabwe to India