The appeal of overseas surgery often lies in its cost-effectiveness and the added lure of combining a procedure with a holiday. However, this decision comes with considerable risks. Different healthcare standards, language barriers, and the complexities of post-operative care can pose significant challenges.
In response to these growing concerns, officials from the UK and Turkey are preparing to discuss enhanced safety measures and regulations. It’s a promising move towards safeguarding individuals who choose to undergo cosmetic surgery abroad.
While affordability is a key factor, it’s crucial to prioritize your safety and well-being. Thorough research and consultations with healthcare professionals at home are essential steps before embarking on such a journey.
The upcoming dialogue between the UK and Turkey is a hopeful sign of progress towards safer practices in cosmetic surgery. It underscores the importance of making well-informed decisions that put your health and safety first.
If you’re considering cosmetic surgery abroad, it’s vital to weigh the pros and cons carefully.
Risks of having surgery abroad
- Safety and hygiene standards might not be as high as those in the UK
- Language barriers may cause confusion
- Surgeons outside of the UK may not be as safely regulated
- Flying shortly after surgery increases your risk of complications and blood clots
- You won’t have access to aftercare
General Medical Council registered surgeons
You might have seen examples of your surgeon’s work, but how do you know that they can practice safely?
We’re proud to let everyone know that all of our surgeons are registered with the General Medical Council. This is the body that regulates doctors and surgeons in the UK to ensure that their patients receive the highest standards of care. So when you have surgery with Klinikal, you know that you’re in safe hands.
Industry regulated hospitals and clinics
When you’re researching surgical providers abroad, you might notice that there are pictures of the hospitals and surrounding areas, but not a lot of information about the facilities.
All of our hospitals and clinics are regulated by either the Care Quality Commission (England), Healthcare Improvement Scotland, or Health Inspectorate Wales. These bodies make sure that medical environments are safe to practice from.
All-encompassing aftercare
Having a procedure abroad might seem like a good idea, but there’s always the possibility of complications when you return home. All procedures come with risks, no matter where you have them.
When you have your procedure with Klinikal, you’ll receive unparalleled aftercare, including follow-up appointments with your surgeon and access to our surgical support team for life.
