TRAVELLING PATIENTS
WE WELCOME PATIENTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
HAVING PLASTIC SURGERY IN ATHENS
In recent years, Greece has become known as a major centre for healthcare due its highly skilled medical professionals, its wide range of speciality treatments and services, as well as strict international standards.
Dr. Ektor’s expertise and reputation attracts numerous patients from all over the world every year. The relationship between a doctor and patient is one that involves obligations on both sides of the equation. If you are a patient who needs to travel substantial distances to access our services you need to give careful consideration and follow a set of steps prior to your procedure
BOOK AN ONLINE OR PHONE CONSULTATION
Dr. Ektor is able to consult with patients over the phone or hold an online or ‘virtual’ consultation. Depending on the procedure you are considering, you may be asked to provide us with photos prior to the consultation. This allows the doctor to evaluate your candidacy more efficiency. As with any other plastic surgery consultation, you should be expected to discuss your medical history, your goals and vision for your results. The cost of the consultation is paid in full when making the booking.
BOOK A PROCEDURE DATE
Once you book a date for a procedure or surgery, you will be sent an information pack which will include detailed information about your procedure or surgery. You will also be advised about when you will need to arrive and the length of time required for you to stay in Greece after the operation. In case of a surgery, it is recommended that you have a companion with you. If this is not possible, we can make arrangements for a nurse to accompany you at an additional cost. A non-refundable deposit needs to be made upon booking a date for your procedure or surgery.
ARRIVING IN ATHENS
Once you arrive in Athens, we will be happy to receive you at our clinic and meet you in person. Dr. Ektor will hold a one-on-one consultation with you in person before the upcoming procedure or surgery. He will conduct a thorough review, address any of your concerns and put you mind at ease before the surgery.
Our clinics are located in the centre and southern coastal area of Athens. There are plenty of hotels and apartments to let in the area. We have collaborated with a number of hotels so as to offer the best rates for our patients. Be sure to quote Dr. Ektor’s name when making booking arrangements. Our staff would be happy to assist you in any way or make the booking on your behalf.
SURGERY DAY
Our staff will inform you of the time of your operation and what time you need to be at the hospital in the morning. We will also tell you which ward or department you are going to be placed. When you arrive at the hospital, you will be welcomed by a member of staff who will explain the process to you in detail. On the day of your surgery, you will also meet your anaesthetist and any other staff that may be involved in the procedure. If judged necessary, the anaesthetist may call you in advance to discuss any matters relating to your health. Family and friends can usually stay with you until it is time to leave the room for the operating theatre and wait for you in the waiting area until the operation is finished.
AFTER SURGERY
Most operations conducted by Dr. Ektor require that patients remain in hospital for one night but this may increase to two or three nights for larger operations. Recovery time usually depends on the type of surgery and anaesthesia given during the operation. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled prior to your departure so that Dr. Ektor can monitor your ongoing recovery. It is important that you follow recovery instructions in full. The doctor might also prescribe certain post-operative treatmetns (e.g. lymph massage, special scar therapy) which could optionally be done in our clinic. Dr. Ektor always pays extra attention to the long-term post-operative follow-up of his patients, with regular updates at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months after the procedure, which can be carried out via phone, skype or whatsapp / viber.
CONTACT US
ΑTHENS
Patriarchou Ioakim 15, 10675, Kolonaki
NICOSIA
Makrasykas 3, 2034, Strovolos
LIMASSOL
Giallousas 65B 3071
+30 210 7258982 (GR)
+357 96 444870 (CY)
ONLINE CONSULTATIONS
We provide special help for all patients travelling from abroad or far away including Online Consultations with the Doctor. More information.
FLEXIBLE PAYMENTS
If you require help with managing your payment for any treatment including surgery our team is here to assist you with various flexible payment options. More information.