VIP MEDIKA | Medical Tourism - Afrika to Florida

FAQ'S

Who needs a VIP physical?
You do. We all do. To insure good health, everybody needs a yearly physical. Regular checkups can help find problems before they start. What you need depends on your age lifestyle, gender, smoking etc. Any doctor can perform a yearly physical. Any doctor can order tests. What sets doctors apart is the interpretation of all the tests and diagnostic reports. These are doctors who can put it all together in good time and with excellent accuracy and good manner. These doctors will make sense of your health data sets and help you to understand and keep well. Overall you will feel better and have a completely positive experience.
What patients are most likely to use VIPMEDIKA?
You may be the small business owner, an insurance executive or a teacher. You may also be planning to attend a conference that is related to your religion, business, education, government work. Take the initiative, plan ahead.
In our experience, the typical West Afrikan tourist will call us for assistance the day before departure date to Afrika. Plan your medical visit weeks in advance. Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Last minute arrangements are fraught with delays, repetition, duplication and mistakes. Don't be guilty of poor planning. If you don’t care about your health, others will spend your money.
Sometimes, tourists may need a second opinion about their medical condition like diabetes or cataract or chest pain. The purpose of yearly medical checkup is to find and define illnesses before they cause damage like cancer or stroke or heart attack. If you don't check you don’t know. In this case, ignorance is not blissful. Knowledge is power.
What makes the VIP Physical Exam different than other physical exam?
The VIP Physical Exam is a thorough preventive medicine consisting of physical and diagnostic evaluations that usually take a full day to complete. It is guided by an individuals' unique risks and personal past and current medical history. It is analyzed by American Board Certified physicians. American medicine encourages rigorous questioning of every care step and plan while following established standards of care.
Is the VIPMEDIKA only for executives and the rich?
Not at all. At VIPMEDIKA everyone receives VIPCARE and everyone is treated as a VIP. We provide open access to everyone who wishes to be proactive about personal health and want the peace of mind that a person experience because you know you are doing all you can to maintain good health for your own sake and those who depend on you. Your family will be grateful too that you care and plan for them. Since independence of West Afrikan countries, VIP physical exams have been administered to pilots, ministers of states, governors, presidents, kings and princes and princesses and very wealthy individuals for whom cost is not an issue. Now, the world has changed tremendously. Better care is no longer the exclusive advantage of the rich and famous. You don't have to be a millionaire to receive VIP care. VIP medical tourism for Afrikan begins with VIPMEDIKA.
What makes VIPMEDIKA unique?
We are unique because we are a full-service company that caters primarily to the unique needs of Afrikan medical tourists and visitors. Your absolute privacy is guarded. Your medical records are treated confidentially and are accessible only to you. We have done the hard work by hand picking the best and finest doctor organizations, the best accommodations and concierge and noteworthy Florida landmarks with back-end emphasis on provision of better health care for all West Afrikans.
Do I have to enroll with VIPMEDIKA?
Yes. By enrolling you will receive additional 5% discount at your next trip.
How do I arrange to have my company's executives learn more about VIPMEDIKA?
Your company's human resources department can reach us at medicaltourism@vipmedika.com for group and corporate rates. Group rates are generally discounted by 10-20%. Companies can reward high value workers and executives by enrolling them at VIPMEDIKA for a thorough complete and comprehensive vacation package which includes rest and relaxation package in a world class city, Miami.
How do I tell others about VIPMEDIKA?
Thank you for your introductions. We do not actively advertise this exclusive service. Our membership is growing mainly from word of mouth, class introductions, acquaintances and social networks. We offer different rewards to associates, friends and families who recommend leads that eventually sign-up and receive care in Miami through VIPMEDIKA. Do you have friends and colleagues, workers and family members you would like to refer to us? Call 866 222 4939.
How much is a VIPMEDIKA package?
Our most basic Presidential Physical is $6600 per person [see packages]. This medical package includes medical checkup, consultation concierge services and 3 days' accommodation at a luxury hotel. Family package is defined as a couple with 2 kids receives a 15 % discount. Physical exam for children are free with a deluxe and platinum packages.
Why do I need to plan ahead?
By planning each step way ahead, we remove uncertainty from your trip. Pre-trip planning includes selection of one of our medical tourism package that fits your needs, direct consultations with the physician before your trip and help with travel arrangements as needed. Upon arrival and from the international airport in Miami or Fort Lauderdale, your travel advisor will take care of all your general and errand needs during the visit and make sure your stay is pleasant and comfortable.
Also, depending on your package, we can arrange a mobile phone and internet that will allow you to stay in touch with friends and family. Ideally, you are here to insure your health with comprehensive medical evaluation. We will encourage you to rest, relax and smell the coffee. On your return home, you will be happier knowing that you are doing all that is humanly possible to insure and maintain better health.
What preventive health procedures are available?
Medical, cosmetic and dental.
Why does it cost so little?
We know Miami in-toto and have used our medical, tourism and business advantage to negotiate the best rates for our Afrikan brothers and sisters who visit the Miami area.
What about quality?
The attending doctors are all Board Certified and have untarnished reputations. Besides, these doctors have hospital privileges at the most prestigious medical school in South Florida. Also, there are no waiting lines. You are treated ethically, honestly, courteously.
Do I need to tell my doctor?
You are not required to tell your doctor at home. However, we recommend that you discuss your thoughts about travelling abroad with your general practitioner. We can facilitate correspondence between your doctor and the relevant physician in Miami, as you wish.
Do the Doctors & medical Staff Speak English?
Yes, all the doctors speak English. Miami is a world class multicultural city. We are used to multilingualism.
If I’m taking a companion, when can he or she travel?
The companion can travel with you. They would need a valid passport & visa as well. We can again help in this regards.
Where Do I Stay?
Part of your trip planning is selection of a medical travel package which includes prearranged deluxe accommodation, concierge service in addition to the medical evaluation. As you wish, you may upgrade your selection as you wish. You may also extend your package days which are set at 3 days.
Does VIMEDIKA give healthcare advice?
In our corporation are several Board Certified practicing Afrikan medical doctor specialists who have lived as much abroad as in Africa. These physicians understand the unique needs of West Afrikan tourists; however we do not give any medical advice. Our medical role is primarily to pair you with the appropriate specialists for your extra care.
What happens if I need follow-up?
Follow-up is generally recommended yearly. We suggest that follow-up be arranged prior to your next trip abroad. That is why pre-planning is always better.
What Does VIPMEDIKA Charge?
Based on your information and your package choice we provide you a free cost estimate with details of your attending physicians. We make a modest profit from our highly personalized service. You save because of our VIPMEDIKA pre-arranged rates.
If I deal directly with the hospital will my medical expenses cost less?
No. The hospital charges the same or many times more. The benefit you have with is we help you with a lot of information that we have already researched or know because we live in US and work in the health systems.
Why should I choose VIPMEDIKA?
VIPMEDIKA is by US for US in US. We are accomplished and experienced medical doctors, lawyers, accountants, administrators and business executives. Our collaborative and open approach to contribute to broader health care access across West Afrika is MyAfrika Network.
Visit About US on the web site.
What do you do with my information?
We recognize the importance of confidentiality and privacy of your medical and health-related information. We observe the HIPPAA and Privacy Rules. The information you provide us is strictly for business and we will not sell or share your information.
How do I get Started?
Complete the online application form which will give us a good idea of your needs. We will get back to you usually within 24 hours.
Where are you located?
We are based at 5606 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, USA.
What if something goes wrong? We take great care to make sure that the patient is satisfied. If you are not satisfied, you may ask for your full refund less 10% if you cancel 7 days before planned departure date. Usually in America there are tort laws that take care of acts of injuries from malpractice protection.
Why are West Afrikan physicians willing to recommend getting treatment overseas with VIPMEDIKA?
In many cases the physicians know that we are a full service for US by US in US medical tourism company with good record of distinguished professionals who will look out for your unique travel needs. Your complete satisfaction, rest and relaxation are our ultimate goal. Our complete satisfaction is achieved when e-clinics are built across West Afrika by
Does VIPMEDIKA hurt the medical system in West Afrikan countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Cote D'Voire?
On the contrary, it elevates the medical systems of these countries. We give back in many ways. First, we are diaspora professionals who understand that our achievement abroad would not have been possible but for the rock solid education, ethics and culture of hard work that we imbibed in Afrika.
Secondly, most specialists West Afrikan doctors almost always travel to brush up on new ideas, procedures and techniques. When doctors collaborate to learn, we all win. Since we straddle two worlds we can collaborate and share ideas that will benefit our people.
Thirdly, our efforts will provide jobs in Afrika.
Who will be dealing with details of my case during my trip?
Each patient is assigned to a trip advisor who will take care of all details relating to your visit, (such as accommodation, dining, tourist attractions) and travel needs [such as visa/passport] and successful return.
Step-by-step, how does the process work?
Visit Ready on our web site www.vipmedika.com.
What if I am sick or think I have a medical condition that requires urgent care?
Our affiliation with Jackson Memorial Hospital a teaching hospital of the University of Miami gives us a unique advantage and leverage as this is one of the best teaching hospitals in the United States. Most urgent cases can be managed. Send us a query about what you are looking for & we will update you immediately.
Will I need any travel documents?
Yes, depending upon which country you are located, you will need a valid passport & Visa (we can help you in this regards).
I don’t know anything about my Miami. Will I be safe? How will I get around?
Miami is a safe spectacular, sunsational, 'terrifical' world class city. Absolutely beaoooouu..tiful! There are many tourist attractions in or around Miami. See Ready on our web site. Your trip to The Magic Kingdom(Orlando) and The Busch Gardens(Tampa) is best preplanned. Our weather is tropical just like Accra, Banjul or Lagos.
Your assigned travel advisor will guide you in every way so that you make the best of your trip. Before your trip you will be briefed on what to expect via voice and email communications. You can guide us about your expectations.
What are the risks?
You risk almost nothing coming to Miami. On the other hand, by arming yourself with the best medical evaluation [arranged by VIPMEDIKA] that is befitting of your status and hard work you are proactively caring for your family and dependents and they will be grateful for your thoughtfulness. Life is good and so are you.
Is VIPMEDIKA right for me?
Ultimately it’s a personal decision.