JH of Sugarloaf Key, FL shows off expert dental work in Antigua, Guatemala
Dr. Galindo with GMT Patient JoAnna.
Marge Downs, from Ormond Beach, FL, is excited to arrive at GUA International Airport.
Gary and Kathe came to Guatemala for the excellent dental and medical care.
After a total knee replacement, Keith was walking in days, and back home in a month. Shown here with Dr Collia in Guatemala City.
Lori and Margaret enjoy an elegant meal after her dental appointment in Guatemala City.
Testimonials
Read what our Customers are saying about Guatemala Medical Travel, our Doctors, and our facilities.
WOW! I’m 75, and that beats anything I ever had in a GYN experience. He was thorough and professional and not hard to look at! But besides that, I got a 4-D ultrasound of my vagina, boobs, ovaries, bladder, liver & kidneys!! I'm in good shape for the shape I'm in. He & I discussed future needs, incorporating some drugs that my GP recommended, plus some additional ones, and he is planning to revamp me into a 50 year old, sexually! Good trick if he can pull it off. I'll be seeing him again in 6 weeks. Thank you so much!
--Judy, Antigua, Guatemala
I came to Guatemala Medical Travel with a need for some diagnostic procedures. My experience with the physician Lori recommended was excellent. From the introductory consultation to the follow-up, Dr. Pasarrelli was a excellent doctor, and the facilities he used were of the best quality too. I was so impressed that I approached Lori to see if I could help her build her business; so here I am. This is truly one of the best health care values going!
--John Van Zwieten, Santa Cruz, CA
I am just thrilled with the dental work I received in Guatemala. After all the crowns, bridges, root canals and hospital anesthesiologist I paid only $6000, one quarter of what it would be in the US. I am now proud of my smile for the first time in my life.
--Bob A, Groton, CT
I communicated with my doctor on the phone from home regarding my terrible headaches and my local doctor’s diagnosis. When I arrived in Guatemala City, I went directly to the doctor’s office where I had a complete physical exam, blood tests and CT scan within a few hours. By 4pm the doctor was discussing the results of those lab reports and diagnostic exams with me. My exam, testing and treatment were done in one day for around $300. I would expect at least a week and $1500 for the same service in America.
--B.H. from Philadelphia
I had my eye surgery done at Vision Integral in Guatemala City. After my initial exam and a brief wait, I had every question answered and procedure explained, then had a second exam done with computerized high-tech machines to verify. The surgery was smooth, quick and painless. At the follow-up he noticed that my retina had changed after many years of wearing contact lenses and he was able to adjust the vision correction.... a real pro. I had three office visits and two operations for about $500 – unbelievable.
--MEB, Rio Dulce, Guatemala
Last summer I was in terrible pain and needed a hip replacement. My orthopedist quoted $40,000 in Miami and I don’t have health insurance. My only choice was to live with it for five years until Medicare kicks in. Guatemala Medical Travel found me an excellent surgeon as well as cheap airline tickets. I paid for all the travel expenses, surgery, physical therapy and three weeks recovering at “Casa Muriel” without even maxing out my credit card. I’m so grateful to finally be pain free – I know I could never get this sort of care at home.
--Anne B, Key West, Florida
Victoria wrote this journal entry only a few hours after the surgery...
Drs. Dalia Gonzalez de Golcher and Jose Golcher did the most caring,
loving surgery that anyone can imagine. The tone of voice, camaraderie
and deep feelings of intuition that were shown to me were beyond my
furthest expectations, much less imaginings. The female
anesthesiologist and the female technician worked with each other like a
beautiful symphony. The room was filled with loving feelings toward
each other as well as to me. The attention to the details that are
overlooked in the US made for an exquisite experience of being truly
cared about as a person and not as a number. The husband - wife team
showed deep respect for each other in their communication which gave me
even more confidence in them. Lori Shea's level of
professionalism mixed with her gift of being a care giver from the
depths of her being, has made me want to shout about her from the
rooftops. I feel that I now have quite a list of folks that are
acquaintances now, in Guatemala, that are destined to be friends for the
rest of my life.
-- Victoria, Key West, Florida
The next time I see you, I'll be able to hear you as well. Dra. Pati was great as was her staff. We were offered coffee and had to finish it during the testing! Very prompt, especially as we were about 10 minutes late. I got exactly the hearing aids that I needed. They work great and I love hearing again! Thank you for helping me to locate her. Looking forward to "hearing" you again soon.
-- Jim Long, aboard s/y Oasis, Rio Dulce, Guatemala
In September, 2011, I had a total right hip
replacement in Guatemala City. It was tricky arranging the details from Canada where
my wife and I were visiting family and that’s why I
contacted Lori Shea from Guatemala Medical Travel.
She was in contact via email and arranged bank
transfers, sought out accommodations for me and Carole
and made sure that the prosthesis I wanted was available
prior to our flying to Guatemala.
Lori met us in the City. She arranged and drove us to my initial consultations with the surgeon and cardiologist. She also took us to have my blood work done and X-Rays taken.
The doctors and the hospital facilities were first rate with a caring staff that made me feel like I was their only patient. There were hugs, kisses and sincere wishes for a speedy recovery on my departure from the hospital. Lori arranged for the ambulance to take me to La Antigua for my recuperation and her staff drove Carole back to the apartment which Lori had arranged for us.
Lori made sure I had the necessary equipment such as a walker and a raised toilet and she contacted a nurse to ensure that my staples were removed on time. She also organized physical therapy sessions to take place in our apartment during the first three weeks and drove me to subsequent sessions at the clinic/spa. Taking the paperwork off our hands, she kept us up-to-date with medical, financial and all medication details.
A couple of unforeseen scheduling problems arose which Lori handled efficiently. She was generous with her offers to take Carole shopping or drop us off at places and was always in contact with us throughout our two months in Antigua. Her staff, Juan and Ann, were friendly and helpful; in fact I can honestly recommend GMT to anyone thinking about having medical treatment in Guatemala. She provided a peace of mind for both of us and I’m sure this helped in my speedy recovery.
Anyone wanting more information may contact me at androroca@yahoo.com or visit me at Mario's Marina on the Rio Dulce.
-- Roger Webster, aboard s/v Androsian, Rio Dulce, Guatemala
Great service. Professional and friendly. I had no worries under GMT. Doctors all spoke English, and the care and technology are better than I have found in the US. Lori and her staff are the best. The cost of care has been significantly reduced as compared to what I was quoted in the US. I would recommend GMT without a doubt. The town Antigua has been quite interesting and the Guatemalan people are very friendly.
-- Kathe, Ft. Myers, Florida
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