Your story is truly inspiring, highlighting both the challenges and potential rewards of seeking medical care abroad. As full-time nomad adventurers navigating the complexities of osteoarthritis treatment, your decision to travel to Malaysia for knee surgery and stem cell therapy is bold and thought-provoking.
Hello! I have watched your series paying special attention to your knee surgery because I also need surgery. I actually need - according to one US orthopedist - bilateral knee replacement and a hip replacement. Since we retired and started traveling we don't have employer provided health insurance and I am not old enough for Medicare. I am open to considering medical tourism, but don't know how to even begin!!! I know you considered many locations before making the decision where to do it. How did you research - or even know what to research??? I appreciate any advice you can share. Thanks!
I googled many variations of "best place in the world for..." And then continued from there. I did the same with "cheapest place in the world for..." Then triangulated all the info. I also posted in expat groups on facebook
Hi, my mom is getting the same surgery at Pantai tomorrow. She’s 78 so she might not get the same results but keeping our fingers crossed. Thanks for all the feedback, couldn’t have done it without you.
the thing is, for US$10,000.00, that's about the cost for a total knee replacement which barring any unforeseen development may last 10-20 years or more. If it was that stem cell therapy can last 5 years or thereabout at a cost of US$10k, would it not be more cost effective with a total knee replacement ? Not disputing the efficacy of stem cell treatment for the knee which I have been told to have been in practice for quite sometime in Malaysia or that it is much less invasive and painful compared to a TKR. Very pleased though that you are happy with the results. Keep well. 👍
Yes, you're right. Your math logic shows that stem cell is more expensive over time. The $10k was for surgery that repaired the shape of my worn down knee and stem cells, or $7.5k plus $2.5k for the stem cells. I'm hoping that in due time, if I need more treatment, I only need stems, which I'm also hoping come down in price. Thus, overtime, my chosen route will be cheaper. Perhaps I won't need anything more at all
I am glad Pantai Hospital KL able to resolve you knee problem. Yes, I have been treated and waded in Pantai Hospital over couple of times over several years under Dr Pasupathy Orthopedic Surgeon superb specialist.
My husband has had hip problems for many years and is almost ready to have a hip replacement, just as we are getting ready to head out for almost full time travel. Since it is a pre-existing condition, would the insurance (IMG Global) if under a general plan (not just emergency travel insurance) cover any of that? Wishful thinking perhaps, but it sounds like you had knee issues before you set out to travel full time. Just founded your channel and really enjoy your content. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing, I supposed to go for knee replacement operation tomorrow but I postponed it due to my ankle fractured in January. After the injury I have been thinking for other treatment such as stem-cell. I am due to meet with the stem-cell specialist in UKM SC in April. I hope that I will receive similar result like yours.
Your story is truly inspiring, highlighting both the challenges and potential rewards of seeking medical care abroad. As full-time nomad adventurers navigating the complexities of osteoarthritis treatment, your decision to travel to Malaysia for knee surgery and stem cell therapy is bold and thought-provoking.
Thank you
Congratulations on your journey to 90% knee recovery !🎉🎉🎉
Thanks to Pantai hospital Doctors for the job well done!🏆
Thank you
Great..i guess medical fees in mlysia is not that expensive n doctors or surgeon's expertise is not bad. TQ for having treatment in mlysia..
You bet
I was facing knee replacement in my mid 50's. Went the stem cell route 7 years ago and my knee is still feeling great.
That's great news
Talk about more on stem cell therapy.
Sometime all u need to soak your legs in natural hot spring may be it helpls😊
Yup
Hello! I have watched your series paying special attention to your knee surgery because I also need surgery. I actually need - according to one US orthopedist - bilateral knee replacement and a hip replacement. Since we retired and started traveling we don't have employer provided health insurance and I am not old enough for Medicare. I am open to considering medical tourism, but don't know how to even begin!!! I know you considered many locations before making the decision where to do it. How did you research - or even know what to research???
I appreciate any advice you can share. Thanks!
I googled many variations of "best place in the world for..." And then continued from there. I did the same with "cheapest place in the world for..." Then triangulated all the info. I also posted in expat groups on facebook
Hi, my mom is getting the same surgery at Pantai tomorrow. She’s 78 so she might not get the same results but keeping our fingers crossed. Thanks for all the feedback, couldn’t have done it without you.
Oh good luck to your mom! Say hi to Dr Ashraf for me
Did your insurance in the US cover any of the treatment?
Yes. IMG paid about 1/2
the thing is, for US$10,000.00, that's about the cost for a total knee replacement which barring any unforeseen development may last 10-20 years or more. If it was that stem cell therapy can last 5 years or thereabout at a cost of US$10k, would it not be more cost effective with a total knee replacement ? Not disputing the efficacy of stem cell treatment for the knee which I have been told to have been in practice for quite sometime in Malaysia or that it is much less invasive and painful compared to a TKR. Very pleased though that you are happy with the results. Keep well. 👍
Yes, you're right. Your math logic shows that stem cell is more expensive over time. The $10k was for surgery that repaired the shape of my worn down knee and stem cells, or $7.5k plus $2.5k for the stem cells. I'm hoping that in due time, if I need more treatment, I only need stems, which I'm also hoping come down in price. Thus, overtime, my chosen route will be cheaper. Perhaps I won't need anything more at all
Thanks for sharing your experiences
My pleasure!
I am glad Pantai Hospital KL able to resolve you knee problem. Yes, I have been treated and waded in Pantai Hospital over couple of times over several years under Dr Pasupathy Orthopedic Surgeon superb specialist.
It's a good place
My husband has had hip problems for many years and is almost ready to have a hip replacement, just as we are getting ready to head out for almost full time travel. Since it is a pre-existing condition, would the insurance (IMG Global) if under a general plan (not just emergency travel insurance) cover any of that? Wishful thinking perhaps, but it sounds like you had knee issues before you set out to travel full time. Just founded your channel and really enjoy your content. Thanks!
Idk. It'd be worth a call to IMG to find out.
Is this something health insurance would pay for after the deductible?
Yes, IMG paid about $2500 after the deductible.
Thank you for sharing, I supposed to go for knee replacement operation tomorrow but I postponed it due to my ankle fractured in January. After the injury I have been thinking for other treatment such as stem-cell. I am due to meet with the stem-cell specialist in UKM SC in April. I hope that I will receive similar result like yours.
Good luck
Thanks for this - getting some knee pain so I was wondering how this worked out for you. Loved the update.
Glad it was helpful!