Medical Travel Spain

Medical travel to Spain

Spain’s cultural diversity, large land area, modern infrastructure, low cost of living make a visit a very diverse experience in terms of culture, music, gastronomy and ecology for tourists. And all this without the high crime rates compared to other medical travel destinations.

Apart from the fact that Spain has a large number of hospitals and clinics approved for medical travel, Spain is No. 7 on the World Health Organization’s list of countries with the best medical care. Another study from the same report shows that the Spaniards are in second place when it comes to satisfaction with the healthcare system. Medical travel to Spain is therefore increasing every year.

Medical travel awareness

Spain has 750 hospitals with highly trained doctors and state-of-the-art facilities. The beauty of this destination for medical travel resides in that it has such a low cost of living, while the quality of life is very high. In other words, you can receive very high-quality medical care at relatively low prices. Some hospitals even have a separate department for patients on medical trips, interpreters are also provided. Spain is a popular destination for those who need to undergo surgery or treatment related to cosmetic surgery, dentistry, obesity and orthopaedics (such as knee or hip surgery).

Language

The official language in Spain is Spanish, however, in some regions there are other languages that are officially recognised, such as Catalan and Basque. English is spoken in most areas, and especially in the coastal areas German, Dutch and French are widely spoken. Therefore, patients who make use of the medical trips should not expect any language problems.

Climate

Due to its large area, mountain ranges and coastal regions, the climate of this destination for medical travel varies from location to location. The higher and central areas, including Madrid, have very hot summers and cold winters. Andalusia (the most southern part of Spain) can get very hot in the summer. The Pyrenees (the mountain range that forms a natural border with France) is an area with very harsh winters and high rainfall in all seasons. The Mediterranean littoral has the characteristic of being milder but also more humid than the inland areas, which is why it is preferred for medical travel.

Airlines

There are many low-cost European airlines that fly to Spain from other European countries such as Click Air, Ryanair, and EasyJet.

Currency

The currency of this destination for medical travel is the Euro.

Rehabilitation wards

Our rehabilitation departments are equipped with the most advanced equipment and an experienced team of doctors, specialists, and therapists. We offer you all medical care within our rehabilitation centre. This ranges from rehabilitation medicine (inpatient and outpatient), nursing and diagnostic consultations to post-operative checks, wound care, and ultrasound. In addition, we offer you a complete specialised medical package aimed directly at the treatments of your complaints.

References

Klaas Jan Hindriks - Foreign Correspondent NOS, Netherlands

Your organization and treatment center is not only distinguished by its medical knowledge, but above all by the dedication and inspiring support of the extremely experienced employees.

Marije, Netherlands

At HCB Medifit, I knew from the first moment that I was in good hands, both literally and figuratively. What wonderful people. There is a lot of knowledge and expertise, but above all, genuine attention and careful coordination. For me, the other great strength of the PCS program lies in the combination of different treatments. What especially helped me in this was that all components were focused on both training and improving the physical aspect (namely the complaints I experience) as well as how I can deal with them.

Chiel (Michael) & Aty , Visser-Dekker

Michael arrived in Moraira in a wheelchair and left with only a cane as a (temporary) support when walking. Far better than we had ever hoped for! Far better than we had ever hoped for!

Armand , Herzberg

By tailoring the training to my needs and applying a customized approach, I found the rehabilitation to be effective.

Mildred May, The Hague

I felt very comfortable thanks to the kind and caring therapists. I also stayed in a beautiful apartment where I could relax. These 6 weeks have made me much stronger and more confident.

Jan, 52 (Utrecht)

"I felt heard and understood from day one. Now I can go grocery shopping and hiking with my partner by myself again."

Karin , Takes

Wauwww surely proud of myself but especially of all of you. The warm feeling when I think back I keep holding on to. Courage, strength, confidence and zest for life all fantastic gifts I was able to receive from your top team....

Linda, , 39 (Amsterdam)

"The rehabilitation was intensive, but the results are fantastic. Less fatigue and much more energy."

Debbie, Netherlands

You can literally leave your daily worries at home and fully focus on your recovery, both mentally and physically. A wonderful concept and wonderfully kind people! I have a goal again and feel a bit more positive about the future; before this adventure, that was completely absent!

Ita, Ireland

“The care was unbelievable—no waiting lists, no being left on a trolley, no rushed appointments. The doctors took every precaution, the physio team was fantastic, and the hospital was immaculate. The staff knew me, remembered my case, and treated me like a person, not a number.”

Nanda, The Netherlands

Really, what a fantastic rehabilitation center! Just got back 2.5 weeks after hip surgery. What a professional and lovely beautiful people! Highly recommended for anyone who gets "no" aftercare here, I recommend: go to Spain and Medifit ... health insurers reimburse this. Fantastic team!!

Jos Jansen, The Netherlands

I trained intensively with the therapists for 8 weeks. As a result, I now have much more endurance. I also feel much better. The healthy air at the Costa Blanca has also helped significantly.

Frank Bierlee, Netherlands

On 09/11 I started the 8-week internal COPD Rehabilitation program at MedifitReha here in Spain. This was my last chance, I was no longer happy with this life. Everything due to the consequences of COPD. The gasping for breath, not being able to walk even 5 meters anymore, the lung attacks, and especially the gasping for breath. And it wasn't pleasant for those around me to see me like that either.

Marianne, 45

"The team at Medifit is incredibly knowledgeable and warm. My balance and self-confidence have improved tremendously."

David,

”The physio is intense—but unbelievable. Just a few days after surgery, I couldn’t believe how much progress I had made.”

Ann, Ireland

“I was due to fly home after a week, but I extended my stay to get extra physio. The extra physio is reimbursed and the standard is second to none.”

Liliana L., Netherlands

My rehabilitation stay at MedifitReha in Dénia was exactly what I needed. Living with MS means dealing not only with physical limitations but also emotional challenges - and at MedifitReha, I felt supported in both areas.

The program is intensive, highly professional, and personalized. I trained for three, sometimes four hours a day, five days a week - always adapted to my capabilities. This level of intensity, care, and focus is simply not possible at home in the Netherlands. Yet it never felt overwhelming.
The team knew exactly how to challenge me in the right way.

I noticed real improvements: more strength, increased muscle mass, better balance, and most importantly - more confidence in my body. I also learned to accept certain limitations, which gave me peace of mind. After all, everyone has limitations - some due to illness, others due to age or life circumstances.

The daily hydrotherapy was particularly helpful - training in warm water allowed me to move freely and safely, without fear of falling. It was the perfect way to work on my balance and core stability. I also enjoyed the cognitive training with the VR headset - it was fun and playful, yet challenging at the same time.

Another important part of the program was the psychological support.

Sean,

“One of the best things about getting knee surgery in Spain is the Physio. I started a few days after surgery and had two physio sessions a day for five days. That level of care makes such a difference in recovery, and you’d really struggle to get that anywhere else. The fact that even the physio sessions are fully reimbursed makes it even better. Plus, the team are excellent, and their English is just as good as mine!”

Jan-Luc , Coenen

After two knee surgeries in one year, I took the step to rehabilitate at Medifit Reha in Spain. The team of therapists and trainers took excellent care of me. In four weeks' time, they helped me so that I can now walk, climb stairs and cycle properly again. The collaboration between the highly skilled doctors and therapists is fantastic, which made me feel like I was always the center of attention as a patient. The high-quality care in a human environment ensured that I was able to make great progress in my rehabilitation. Thank you!

Janine , Vorstenbosch

What an amazing experience it was and it brought me a lot. 8 weeks of rehabilitation both physically and mentally. In the setting of a very nice care hotel, where I really lacked nothing. Where I could relax in addition to the daily exercise and training. A bonus was meeting fellow sufferers. Many beautiful conversations in the evening on the terrace.

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