Global MD has partnered with the world’s premier surgeons and surgery facilities to bring you the latest techniques and highest quality treatment at prices much lower than those in the U.S. Gall Bladder surgery with one of Global MD’s partners starts as low as $2,000.
Each of Global MD’s partner facilities is accredited by the Joint Commission International, meet or exceed U.S. standards of patient care and employ physicians with U.S. or equivalent credentials, and English speaking staff. Our network of Orthopedic Surgery Centers of Excellence includes: Christus Muguerza Hospital, Mexico; Clinica Biblica, Costa Rica; and Wockhardt Hospital, India.
Global MD’s Care Coordinators will guide you through every step of carefully designing a customized surgery travel package that is tailored to your unique needs including services such as:
- Procedure Financing;
- A personal concierge who will care for you and assist you prior to your treatment and during your recovery;
- Recovery in beautiful settings in exceptional hotels or recovery facilities carefully monitored by your treating physician and medical staff; and
- Tour and sightseeing arrangements for you and your companions.
Who May Consider Gall Bladder Surgery
Gall bladder removal is the most common method for treating symptomatic gallstones.
The Gall Bladder Procedure
Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. Despite the development of non-surgical techniques, it is the most common method for treating symptomatic gallstones.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy does not require the abdominal muscles to be cut, resulting in less pain, quicker healing, improved cosmetic results, and fewer complications such as infection. Most patients can be discharged on the same or following day as the surgery, and most patients can return to any type of occupation in about a week.
Planning Your Gall Bladder Procedure Made Easy
Should you decide to have your Gall Bladder surgery facilitated by Global MD, a dedicated Care Coordinator will assist you with the selection of a premier surgeon and arrange for you to have a telephone consultation with your chosen surgeon. Together, you and your surgeon will talk about your medical history and your treatment options. During your phone consultation, you and your surgeon will also discuss in detail how you should prepare for surgery. Your surgeon will give you a detailed plan to follow in the weeks and days before surgery.
Healthy Recovery
Although the length of time needed in the destination country will ultimately be determined by you and your surgeon, and will vary depending on individual circumstances, patients are usually able to return home 10 days after their surgery and a necessary physical therapy cycle managed by your surgeon.
Value-Based Pricing
As with recovery time, the cost of a Gall Bladder surgery at a Global MD partner facility will vary depending on individual factors and your choice of surgeon. However, the Gall Bladder procedure usually costs from $2,000 to $4,500.
Risks Associated with Gall Bladder Surgeries
Year after year, multitudes of people undergo successful Gall Bladder surgeries. However, when considering surgery you and your surgeon should discuss the benefits and risks associated with the procedure. Your surgeon will address all of your concerns in detail during your consultations.
To speak with a Global MD Care Coordinator about the Gall Bladder procedure call us at (800) 903-5690 or submit an online intake form here. Intake Form
