BridgeHealth Medical provides a wide range of neurological surgery treatments in the USA, encompassing the surgical, non-surgical, and stereotactic radiosurgical treatment of patients with disorders of the brain, meninges, skull base, spinal cord, pituitary gland, vertebral column and nerves of the cranium and spine.
The USA is the ideal destination for your desired neurosurgery procedure as it boasts many internationally trained neurosurgeons and a reputation for high quality treatment. Patients considering travel to USA can be encouraged that medical services are widely considered to meet a very good standard of hygiene and to be very reliable.
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Neurological surgery procedures available from BridgeHealth providers include discectomy and microdiscectomy, percutaneous disc removal, spinal fusion and implants, laminectomy and laminotomy, rhizotomy, cordotomy, dorsal root entry zone operation, total disc replacement and Chiari malformation surgery.
If you can't find the procedure you have in mind, contact a Travel Care Coordinator to see how they can help.
Why travel to the USA for neurosurgery?
The rise in competition in the global marketplace has created three distinct benefits for consumers when travelling internationally for healthcare services. There has been a rise in higher quality care, an opportunity for dramatic cost savings, and a level of superior service and patient experience. Get a quote to discover the affordable opportunities for neurosurgery that BridgeHealth can offer you.
More information about currency and airports, as well as passport and visa requirements, can be found on the BridgeHealth website. There is also an overview of health information specific to the USA and a list of relevant contacts, and you can use the enquiry form to begin the process of getting a quote and receiving your chosen neurosurgery treatment in the USA.
Neurosurgery procedures offered in the USA
BridgeHealth providers have a complete range of services for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders. Procedures for neck, upper and lower spine, brain and skull are available through means of traditional surgery as well as unique new technologies such as CyberKnife®, proton beam therapy, and stem cell therapy.
BridgeHealth’s World-Class Provider Network™ offers the following neurosurgery procedures. If you do not see your particular need listed here, please contact a Travel Care Coordinator using the details below to discuss further options.
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Discectomy: Discectomy is one of the most common back operations. It involves removing the protruding disc, either a portion of it or all of it, that is placing pressure on the nerve root. This operation has a very high rate of success. In the classic discectomy, the surgeon makes a small incision over the disc to be operated upon, and removes only the disc material that is pressing on a nerve.
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Microdiscectomy: Microdiscectomy is similar to discectomy except that it is done with the use of magnification such as an operating microscope and requires a smaller incision. The surgeon removes the disc, freeing the compressed nerve. Microdiscectomy often requires shorter hospital stays.
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Percutaneous disc removal: This procedure involves removing the problem disc fragment through an endoscope - a small tube inserted through a tiny opening in the skin of the back. A miniature video camera is attached to the tube. Using specially designed surgical instruments on the end of the tube, a surgeon can cut away parts of the disc and remove them by suction through the tube. This leaves structures important to stability practically unaffected. This procedure is performed on an outpatient basis (without an overnight hospital stay), and recovery is generally faster and less painful. It is less expensive and does not require general anesthesia.
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Spinal fusion: This is a process in which two vertebrae are joined together. Bone grafts are placed between or alongside the vertebrae, to join the bones together. Metal plates and screws are often used to attach the bones to be joined as an internal brace.
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A complete range of spinal surgical procedures is available for stabilizing the spine using metal implants. These are used in cases of spinal instability from spinal injuries, tuberculosis & tumors. This allows early ambulation, facilitates rehabilitation and early discharge from hospital.
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Laminectomy:Laminectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the laminae parts of the vertebrae. These are the areas of bone in the back of the vertebrae.
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Laminotomy:Laminotomy refers simply to the creation of a small window in the lamina, rather than removing the lamina, in order for the surgeon to reach the disc or spinal canal. This is commonly done when performing a discectomy (removing a disc).
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Rhizotomy:It is a procedure in which the nerve root close to where it enters the spinal cord is cut to block nerve transmission and all senses from the area of the body experiencing pain.
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Cordotomy: A cordotomy is where bundles of nerve fibers on one or both sides of the spinal cord are intentionally severed to stop the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
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DREZ (dorsal root entry zone operation): This is a procedure in which spinal neurons transmitting the patient's pain are destroyed surgically.
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Total disc replacement for both the neck (cervical) and back (lumbar) spine are available.
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Chiari malformation surgery: This is a procedure where a small area of the bone at the base of the skull is removed to enlarge the area in the lower rear skull being compressed into the spinal canal and allow spinal fluid to flow more freely.
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Support and aftercare
Some follow-up care may be necessary once you return home. BridgeHealth has over 80 offices in all of the United States that are available to our clients for both pre- and postoperative care. We can help arrange a wide variety of aftercare needs including post-procedure checkups, prescription services, and even higher levels of care if necessary. Your Travel Care Coordinator will review your aftercare concerns, discuss your options with you, and arrange care if necessary.
Personalised care and communication from your Travel Care Coordinator
BridgeHealth understands that the prospect of travelling abroad for medical procedures can be an overwhelming experience, so they provide you with your own experienced Travel Care Coordinator who is your personal contact through every step of the process, from the moment they receive your neurosurgery enquiry. Your coordinator doesn't cost you anything and can assist you in many ways, such as scheduling your appointments, helping with passports, visas and immunisations, and explaining pre- and post-operative instructions.
In addition to your Travel Care Coordinator, you can also speak with a BridgeHealth Registered Nurse who can answer your questions about specific medical procedures or conditions. Your nurse will also be involved in coordinating your care with your surgeon(s).
Prices
The cost for your procedure depends upon the particulars of the procedure itself, the destination, and your specific medical condition. The information you provide on your Short Form Inquiry can help them give you the most accurate price range for your procedure. Generally, prices for neurosurgical procedures range from approximately US$5,000-$35,000.
Why choose BridgeHealth Medical for neurosurgery?
As you'll discover when you get a quote, BridgeHealth has negotiated contracts with hospitals and doctors to provide you with pricing for neurosurgery that’s lower than what you can find on your own. This helps you to afford your ideal treatment package. Not only that, BridgeHealth knows that neurosurgery is a big step and they have carefully selected and pre-screened centres of excellence for their World-Class Provider Network™ to ensure that you get the safest and most successful neurosurgery available.
Many hospitals are accredited by bodies such as the Joint Commission International (JCI), TRENT, and ISQua, and are often largely staffed by Western-trained, board-certified physicians who are highly qualified and experienced in neurosurgery. BridgeHealth invites you to ask them about any data available for you to perform comparisons between healthcare providers and to personally evaluate provider services. You can also get a quote for neurosurgery using their enquiry form. If you need finance for your medical travel and neurosurgery, it's possible to finance up to US$25,000 through BridgeHealth's affiliated financing provider.
Get Started: Build Your Bridge Today
Your journey into international healthcare starts by providing us with the information we need to best assist you. Please begin by filling out our Short Form Inquiry. If you are unsure about how to answer any questions on the form, a BridgeHealth Travel Care Coordinator will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns.
After your Short Form Inquiry is complete, a Travel Care Coordinator or BridgeHealth Nurse will review your information with international surgeons and contact you within 24-48 hours. This allows them to give you the most precise pricing estimate, tailored to your exact wants and needs.
Contact Details
BridgeHealth Medical, Inc.
5299 DTC Blvd Suite 800
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
United States
Toll free from the US and Canada
Tel: 800.680.1366
International calls
Tel: +1.303.457.5734
Email: info@bridgehealthmedical.com
Website: www.bridgehealthmedical.com
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