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Tell us what you need
Share the diagnosis, symptoms, treatment already received and the decision you are trying to make. We first establish whether the enquiry is suitable for planned medical travel.
From first message to going home
How Medical Travel With TIB HIND Works
A clear process helps you compare treatment in India without rushing into a hospital, payment or flight. Here is what happens, who is responsible and where you make the decisions.
No obligationAn enquiry does not commit you
Written informationPlan and estimate before travel
Your permissionBefore reports are shared
Clinical independenceYour doctor makes treatment decisions
The journey
Ten transparent stages
The Process, Step by Step
Some stages can happen on the same day; complex cases may take longer. The important part is that each decision has enough information behind it.
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Send the records you already have
A recent medical summary, investigation reports, scans, pathology and current medicines help the reviewer understand the case. We tell you if an important document is missing.
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Clinical review before a sales discussion
The medical information is reviewed to identify the relevant specialty, urgency, likely level of care and questions that must be answered. This is not a diagnosis or substitute for an examination.
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A case-specific shortlist
We compare appropriate doctors and hospitals by clinical fit, department capability, critical-care support, current availability and practical travel needs, not by a generic ranking.
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Written opinions and estimates
With your permission, selected providers review the case. We organise their response, proposed pathway, expected stay, indicative cost and major inclusions or exclusions.
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You compare before deciding
You can ask questions, request clarification or seek another opinion. The treating hospital decides whether it can accept the case; the final choice and payment decision remain yours.
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Visa and travel planning
After a provider is chosen, we coordinate the medical invitation letter and explain the current medical-visa, arrival and document requirements relevant to your nationality.
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Arrival and admission coordination
We reconfirm the appointment, pickup plan, hospital contact and documents to carry. The treating team examines the patient and confirms or changes the plan after arrival.
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Treatment and daily coordination
Clinical care remains the responsibility of the hospital and treating doctors. TIB HIND helps with communication, practical coordination and questions about the agreed pathway.
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Discharge and return-home plan
Before departure, ask for the discharge summary, prescription, reports, warning signs, contact route and follow-up schedule. We help organise practical follow-up communication.
Prepare
Start with what you already have
Records That Make the First Review More Useful
Do not delay an enquiry because every document is not ready. Send what you have and identify anything that is unavailable.
01Medical summary or referral letter✓
02Recent blood tests and investigation reports✓
03CT, MRI, PET or other scan reports✓
04Pathology report and slides where relevant✓
05Previous surgery or discharge records✓
06Current medicines, allergies and major conditions✓
07Passport copy only when travel documents are required✓
08A short list of questions you want answered✓
For emergencies: this process is for planned medical travel. Chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, breathing difficulty or sudden deterioration require immediate local emergency care.
Responsibility
Know who decides what01 02 03
Three Roles, Kept Separate
Clear responsibility protects the patient. Coordination should never be confused with clinical care.
Patient and family
- Provide accurate records and medical history
- Ask questions before consenting or paying
- Follow the treating team's clinical instructions
- Keep copies of estimates, receipts and medical records
TIB HIND
- Organise the file and clarify the patient question
- Coordinate suitable provider responses
- Explain practical differences and visible limitations
- Support visa, appointments and travel logistics
Hospital and doctor
- Assess the patient and make clinical decisions
- Explain risks, alternatives and consent
- Issue the treatment plan and final estimate
- Provide treatment, discharge records and follow-up advice
Decision points
Five moments to pause and confirm01 02 03 04 05
Your Control Points
Before reports are shared
You decide which provider may receive your medical information.
Before travel is booked
Confirm case acceptance, appointment, invitation letter and realistic travel fitness.
Before payment
Read the written estimate, inclusions, exclusions, refund terms and who receives the money.
Before treatment
The treating doctor explains the final plan, alternatives, risks and consent after assessment.
Before going home
Collect records, medicines, warning signs, follow-up dates and an emergency contact route.
FAQs
Practical questions
Before You Begin
How quickly can TIB HIND review my enquiry?
Response time depends on the completeness and complexity of the records. Straightforward enquiries may be organised quickly, while complex cases can require additional reports or opinions. Urgent symptoms should be taken to local emergency services rather than waiting for medical-travel coordination.
Does sending reports mean I have agreed to treatment?
No. Sharing reports for an opinion does not oblige you to travel, select a hospital or make a payment. You remain free to ask questions, compare options or stop the process.
Can the treatment plan or cost change after arrival?
Yes. The remote opinion is based on the records provided. Examination, updated tests, complications or a changed diagnosis may alter the plan, length of stay or final cost. The hospital should explain material changes before proceeding whenever clinically possible.
Does TIB HIND provide medical treatment?
No. TIB HIND is a medical-travel facilitator. Independent hospitals and doctors assess the patient, obtain consent and remain responsible for diagnosis, treatment and clinical outcomes.
Should I book flights before hospital acceptance?
Usually no. First obtain the provider response, likely appointment dates and required medical invitation documents. Flexible travel arrangements are safer because clinical and administrative dates can change.
What happens after I return home?
The hospital should provide a discharge summary, medicine plan, warning signs and follow-up schedule. TIB HIND can help coordinate records and follow-up communication, but urgent or hands-on care must be obtained locally.