Fortis Hospital Gurgaon

Is Fortis Hospital Gurgaon good for African  patients?

Yes. Fortis Hospital Gurgaon (Fortis Memorial Research Institute) is a quaternary hospital in Gurugram providing advanced treatment for organ transplants, oncology, cardiology, neurology and orthopaedics. The hospital holds JCI, NABH & NABL accreditations. African patients can benefit from global patient support through GetWellGo.

Fortis Hospital Gurgaon: Key Facts

Why African Patients Choose Fortis Gurgaon

To come to India from African  for specialist treatment will require some help from professionals. Patients will want to ensure they have their medical opinions, cost breakdowns, visa documentation, accommodation and support.

Fortis Hospital India has a great range of options for African patients at their centre in Gurugram and through GetWellGo’s international patient support.

Abuja Support

GetWellGo provide support from Abuja. Our team can help you and your family decide what treatment is needed, provide support with medical reports and help you understand what is required to come to India.

Cost Estimate in Nigerian Naira

Prior to coming to India you can request an estimate of the cost of treatment in USD and Nigerian Naira (₦). This will allow your family to understand the cost of the hospital. The final price will depend on your diagnosis, treatment, surgeon, room type and length of stay.

Medical Visa Support

African patients travelling to India for treatment will require the correct medical travel documentation. GetWellGo can help with this.

Flight Support from Lagos and Abuja

Patients can fly from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (New Delhi). There are connecting flights available from Doha, Dubai and Addis Ababa. This will depend on the airline.

Patient Support

We can help you with hospital appointments, airport transfers, accommodation, translation requirements and follow up.

Specialities Available at Fortis Gurgaon

Fortis Memorial Research Institute offer multi-disciplinary treatment across a range of specialties. African patients can choose from:

Organ Transplants

Fortis Gurgaon offer specialist transplant services for kidney, liver, heart and bone marrow.

Patients can be assessed, donors assessed, planned, transplanted and monitored. The bone marrow transplant department offer treatment for sickle cell, thalassemia, aplastic anaemia, leukaemia and other blood disorders. Patients can explore:

• Kidney Transplant Surgery in India

• Liver Transplant Surgery in India

• Bone Marrow Transplant Treatment

Cancer Care

The Fortis Cancer Institute offer multi-disciplinary cancer treatment through medical, surgical and radiotherapy oncology. Treatment plans will be created which can include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiotherapy and cancer surgery.

The department also offer specialist paediatric, haemato-oncology and oncology support.

Cardiology

The cardiology department offer treatment for coronary artery disease, valvular disease, heart failure and other cardiovascular issues.

Services include cardiology investigations, coronary angioplasty, stents, bypass, valvular procedures and advanced cardiology surgery. They also offer heart transplant services.

Orthopaedics & Robotic Joint Replacements

The orthopaedics department offer treatment for hip and knee issues, joint degeneration, sporting injuries, fractures and spinal issues.

Patients requiring joint replacements can be assessed for traditional or robotic joint replacements. Implants will be chosen based on the patient’s condition.

Neurology

The neurology department offer treatment for brain, spine and nervous system issues. Services include neurology, neurosurgery, neuro-interventional, spinal surgery and complex neurological issues.

Gamma Knife radiosurgery is also available for selected brain tumours and vascular issues.

Cost of Treatment for Nigerians at Fortis Gurgaon

The cost of treatment at Fortis Hospital India will depend on the treatment, patient’s medical issue, doctor, room type, investigations and length of stay.

Top Doctors at Fortis Gurgaon

Fortis Memorial Research Institute has specialists for organ transplants, oncology, cardiology, orthopaedics and neurology. 

Technology and Facilities at Fortis Gurgaon

Fortis Hospital Gurgaon have state-of-the-art technology and specialist treatment.

The Elekta Unity MR Linac was introduced in September 2024. The Gamma Knife Esprit was introduced in 2024. 

Transplant Services at Fortis Gurgaon

Fortis Memorial Research Institute has established transplant services. Over the last two years they have performed over 500 solid organ transplants (Kidney and Liver).

They have also performed over 1500 bone marrow transplants.

Patients can be treated for sickle cell, thalassemia, aplastic anaemia, leukaemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma (adults and children) through their BMT department. Patients will be assessed for donors, HLA matched, planned, conditioned, stem cells administered and monitored. The transplant team will decide the correct approach.

International Patient Support for Africans

Patients coming from African may require support with medical, travel and accommodation. GetWellGo can help you with:

• Online medical opinions and report evaluation.

• Appointment with specialist and treatment planning.

• Cost estimate in USD and African  Naira.

• Support with Indian medical visa.

• Invitation letters and documentation.

• Flight support from Lagos and Abuja.

• Airport pickup from Delhi.

• Accommodation for patients and attendants.

• Local transport support.

• Translation if required.

• Dedicated case manager and treatment planning.

• Support with admission.

• Post discharge consultation and follow up.

How to get treated at Fortis Gurgaon from African

Follow the steps below to receive treatment at Fortis Hospital India.

1. Send Medical Reports

Send us any relevant medical reports, previous prescriptions, investigations, scans and discharge summaries. This allows our specialists to understand your medical issue.

2. Receive Medical Opinion and Estimate

Your reports will be sent to the relevant specialist. You can receive a treatment plan, recommendations and estimated budget.

3. Confirm Hospital and Doctor

Once you have received your medical opinion and estimate you can confirm which hospital, specialist, treatment and appointment you would like.

4. Arrange Medical Visa

We can help you understand what is required for the medical visa. We can help you with hospital documentation. Patients and attendants should complete any required formalities.

5. Book Flights

Arrange flights from Lagos/Abuja to New Delhi. Ensure you have suitable connecting flights. Consider your medical issue and advice from your doctor.

6. Airport Pickup

Once you arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport you can be picked up.

7. Admission

Once admitted you will undergo investigations and be assessed by the medical team. Your treatment plan will be confirmed.

8. Recovery

Once your treatment has been completed you will receive post-operative care, medication advice and recommendations. Your doctor will advise when you are fit to travel.

9. Follow Up

Before returning home ensure you have discharge summaries, investigations, prescriptions and follow up. GetWellGo can help arrange remote consultations.

Other Fortis Hospitals in India

Fortis Hospital India is a group of hospitals throughout various cities in India. Each hospital will have their own specialties, doctors and facilities. Choose a hospital based on your diagnosis and specialist.

Stories from Nigerian Patients

International patients from African  have travelled to India to receive specialist treatment at Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

Case Study: Nigerian Patient receives Gamma Knife treatment for AVM

Ms. Deborah travelled to India to receive treatment for her arteriovenous malformation (abnormal connections between blood vessels). She was assessed by a specialist (Dr. Sandeep Vaishya) at Fortis Memorial Research Institute (Gurugram). After neurological investigations it was decided she would have Gamma Knife radiosurgery.

Once her treatment had been completed she returned back to Nigeria .

Emergency Services & Air Ambulance

Fortis Memorial Research Institute offer 24hr emergency services. They have a dedicated emergency department and ambulance service. If you require emergency medical transportation from African to India GetWellGo can help.

• Medical Evacuation

• Air Ambulance to India

Emergency transportation should be arranged based on the patient’s medical stability, specialist advice, aircraft availability and destination.