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. Book an instant appointment with valve replacement Surgeons in India 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 Malawians. Fill up the form to book a quick appointment for Valve replacement in India for Malawi patients.

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Special Services for Malawi Patients

Special and individualized care – We ensure fast and efficient services including the immediate diagnostic and treatment procedures with no waiting lists. Our staff are well trained to handle the most complex situations and provides 24/7 full patient support services. There are special consultations for scans, clinical investigations organized for Malawian medical tourists depending on the needs. We ascertain that you are equally benefitted even if you are not insured and don’t have any doctor’s referral. We attend each and every Malawian with supreme care and patience.

Special packages – Cost factor is obviously a very crucial factor while choosing a treatment destination abroad. We understand this and ensure that our patients are happy and extremely satisfied with the pricings of the treatments and procedures they are seeking. We offer cost effective packages for medical tourists from Malawi; customize packages keeping in mind that patients are coming from all sections of the society.

Free second opinion – There can be some doubts in your mind regarding the proficiency of the doctor or about the clinical investigation when it comes to illnesses and diseases. Hence we can arrange for free second opinion in our empanelled hospitals so that you have no doubts regarding these factors and have full trust in us. This ensures in clearing your dilemma and cements the trust in our relationship further.

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

Quick visa assistance – Our 24/7 visa assistance is at your disposal to look after all your queries and needs related to visa. We make the visa process absolutely uncomplicated and hassle free without any time wastage and keeping in mind your health issues and the associated urgency.

Logistics Support – Our team is with you right from the moment you arrive at the airport. Our staff receives the medical tourists at the airport and also ensures 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. We also provide regular medical updates about you to the sponsor of the treatment - the insurance agency, your employer, charity organization, etc.

Special food – Every health issue, its treatment and the suggested procedure comes along with its own dietary schedule and restrictions. So, we make certain that the food issues and diet restrictions are well taken care of, ensuring your good health. Our special tie-ups with local food chains provides customized diet plan keeping in mind speedy recovery and better outcomes for the Malawian patients.

Follow up services – Follow up is an important phase after any treatment/procedure since without this the procedure is considered incomplete and it may 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 by organizing the follow up services even after the patient is back in his/her native country after successful treatment in India.

Clinical camps – Clinical camps are organized in Malawi to create awareness about various health issues and provide free and easily accessible medical services. There are doctors and assistant staff available in such camps guiding the Malawians about various health issues and associated precautions.

Why Malawi Patients Travel to India for Valve Replacement?

According to the Journal of Global Health, with respect to the size of the population Malawi suffers an acute shortage of healthcare professionals in all specialties. This is the major reason why the Malawi patients have been travelling abroad for medical treatments for years. Most of them travel to neighboring countries like Mozambique, South Africa, etc. However not everyone is happy with the expense and services offered so they travel to far away countries like India, Dubai, Singapore, etc.

India has seen a steady growth in the inflow of several thousands of patients from Malawi 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. Over 10,000 patients travel to South Africa for their various treatments from Malawi. However with the cost effective and world class quality benefits, the medical value providers and hospitals in India are giving tough times to South African hospitals in maintaining their standards.

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 Malawians travel to India for valve replacement return home successfully treated. Contact us to get low cost valve replacement in India at the Best Hospitals for valve replacement in India.

Medical Visa Information for Patients from Malawi to India

One would need a medical visa if he/she is travelling to India for his/her treatment. Medical tourism to India from Malawi 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 Malawi.

The High Commission of India, Lilongwe in Malawi, the primary considerations to grant a medical visa includes the serious ailments such as congenital disorders, cardiac problems, 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 Malawian nationals

Filled-in and signed visa application form
Two recent colour photographs
Letter of invitation from an approved Hospital /Doctor in India
Medical documents establishing the need for taking medical treatment in India
Proof of availability of sufficient funds for stay in India including the expenses for medical treatment by producing documents such as Bank statement, Salary certificate, sponsorship letter etc.

A Medical/Medical Attendant visa is normally issued within 3 working days, inclusive of the day on which application is made.

Medical Visa Invitation Letter

When you are applying for a medical visa from Malawi 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 Malawi nationals.

Embassy Information

Commercial Section/Commercial Representative

Mr. Anil Kumar
Second Secretary (Commerce, Consular & Political)
Telephone No: +265 1751043, +265 1750014
Mobile No : +265 994 965 965, +265 994 963963
E-mail : com.malawi@mea.gov.in

Physical Address
Plot No. 55
Area 9
Lilongwe Postal Address
P.O Box 1482
Lilongwe
Malawi Reception
Tele: +265-(0) 1-759 337
Fax: +265-(0) 1-755 346
E-mail : receptionist@hcililongwe.in Administration
Tele: +265-(0) 1-751 041/1751-043
Fax: +265-(0) 1-755 346
E-mail : adm.malawi@mea.gov.in Consular section
Tele:+265-(0) 1-755 337
Fax: +265-(0) 1-755 346
E-mail : cons.malawi@mea.gov.in

Vaccination

Do I Need A Yellow Fever Vaccine for India?

If you are coming to India from a country where yellow fever is present you are required to show proof of immunization. The patients travelling from Malawi to India for getting their medical treatment should enclose a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate that becomes valid only 10 days after the inoculation.

Flight & Travel from Malawi to India

You can book the flight tickets for travel from Malawi (Lilongwe) to India (New Delhi) through various flights. Air India Flight is India’s first international airline providing luxurious air services to the international passengers at economical costs and discounted fares. It offers efficient service and good value for money.