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Shannonmcll
Shannonmcll Member Posts: 4
edited June 2017 in International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer

Hiya Int'l Cancer Beauties

I was diagnosed 2 days ago. I am currently living/ working in a conflict zone aboard. There are no treatment centers here. So I will need to travel. I am blessed to have insurance which will cover me. My dilemma or challenge is the coverage is much much better if I seek surgery and treatment internationally than at home in the US. Of course, like everyone, I want the best. I am feeing overwhelmed by searching internationally. Financially it is a much better decision for me abroad. I do have a couple friends who are willing to fly out and stay with me for a bit, as well, so I have some support being away from home.

Anyone know of any good facilities that would also be adaptable to an english speaking patient. (I know this forum said for non-english speakers, however I don't see an int'l for english speakers) I know they exist! And as much as I know there are awesome facilities in the US, I know there must also be some just as good abroad.

Thank you in advance.

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  • stephaniebc
    stephaniebc Member Posts: 53
    edited June 2017

    hi, i have some experience with the french health care system, as i did half of my chemo in paris. i can elaborate if you are interested.

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  • LaCombattante
    LaCombattante Member Posts: 226
    edited June 2017

    Hi! Could Switzerland be an option? Majority of doctors here speak English and standards of care are excellent

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  • Shannonmcll
    Shannonmcll Member Posts: 4
    edited June 2017

    Thanks so much!

    The only thing about Switzerland is it's some of the most expensive living in the world. I do not have disability and will be living off my savings for recovery from surgery and any necessary treatment. I need to consider the cost of living a factor with where I choose. Is that your experience Ren47?

    Paris is still expensive, but I think less than Switzerland. Love it if you would elaborate, Stephaniebc

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  • Heidihill
    Heidihill Member Posts: 5,476
    edited June 2017

    Austria or Germany would be much cheaper than Switzerland. 

    The University of Freiburg has lots of info in English.

    http://ims.uniklinik-freiburg.de/index.php

    Info on Vienna General Hospital/Medical University of Vienna is harder to get in English. Maybe just contact them directly.

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