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Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy)
🗓 3–7 days recovery ·
🇵🇦 $3,000 🇺🇸 $13,000 Save 77%
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Cost Comparison
🇵🇦 Panama$3,000 – $5,000
🇺🇸 US average$13,000
You could save approximately $10,000 — enough to cover flights, hotel, and recovery time.
About this procedure
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy removes the gallbladder through 3–4 small incisions. Indicated for gallstones, gallbladder inflammation and biliary dyskinesia. The most common elective abdominal surgery performed at partner hospitals.
What to Expect
Surgery takes 45–60 minutes under general anaesthesia. Same-day discharge in most cases. Days 1–2: Rest, clear liquids progressing to soft diet. Days 3–5: Return to normal diet and light activity. Week 2: Return to work. Week 4: Full activity. Plan 5–7 days in Panama.
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Haemorrhoid Treatment (THD / Haemorrhoidectomy)
🗓 3–10 days recovery ·
🇵🇦 $2,000 🇺🇸 $9,000 Save 78%
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🇵🇦 Panama$2,000 – $4,000
🇺🇸 US average$9,000
You could save approximately $7,000 — enough to cover flights, hotel, and recovery time.
About this procedure
Transanal haemorrhoidal dearterialisation (THD) is a minimally invasive procedure for grade III–IV haemorrhoids. Alternatively, surgical haemorrhoidectomy removes haemorrhoidal tissue. Both procedures available at partner hospitals with colorectal surgeons.
What to Expect
THD takes 20–30 minutes, haemorrhoidectomy 30–60 minutes. Same-day discharge for THD, overnight for haemorrhoidectomy. Days 1–3: Mild discomfort, stool softeners, sitz baths. Week 1–2: Return to desk work. Week 3–4: Full activity. Plan 5–7 days in Panama.
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Hernia Repair (Laparoscopic)
🗓 5–10 days recovery ·
🇵🇦 $2,500 🇺🇸 $12,000 Save 79%
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🇵🇦 Panama$2,500 – $4,500
🇺🇸 US average$12,000
You could save approximately $9,500 — enough to cover flights, hotel, and recovery time.
About this procedure
Laparoscopic hernia repair fixes inguinal, umbilical, or ventral hernias through small keyhole incisions. Mesh reinforcement prevents recurrence. Faster recovery than open surgery with less post-operative pain. Most patients return to light work within 1 week.
What to Expect
Surgery takes 45–90 minutes. Same-day or next-day discharge. Days 1–3: Rest, light walking, no heavy lifting. Week 1–2: Return to light work and activity. Week 4–6: Full activity including exercise resumable. Plan 5–7 days in Panama.
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Common Questions About Procedures & Costs

How much can I really save by having my procedure in Panama? +
Depending on the procedure, patients typically save 50–75% compared to US prices. A gastric sleeve that costs $23,000 in the US runs $6,500–$9,500 in Panama. Knee replacements run $12,000–$16,000 vs $35,000+ in the US. All-on-4 dental implants cost $7,000–$11,000 vs $20,000–$28,000. The savings are real — same US-brand implants, same laser platforms, same surgical techniques.
Are the surgeons in Panama as qualified as US surgeons? +
Many of Panama's top specialists trained at US institutions — Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, NYU Langone, HSS New York, Weill Cornell, and others. They then returned to Panama to practice. All surgeons in our network are board-certified in their specialty and regularly attend US and European medical conferences.
How long do I need to stay in Panama for my procedure? +
It depends on the procedure. LASIK requires just 3 days. Dental veneers or implants typically take 5–7 days. Bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve) usually requires 5–7 days before flying home. Joint replacements (knee/hip) require 10–14 days minimum before flying due to DVT risk. Med Viajar provides a personalised travel plan for your specific procedure.
What happens if there are complications after I return home? +
This is the most important question to ask any medical tourism facilitator. Med Viajar provides 12 months of remote follow-up coordination. Our network surgeons are available for video consultations post-procedure. We also send complete medical records to your home physician so your local doctor can manage any follow-up care. In the rare case of a procedure-related complication requiring revision, we facilitate this in Panama.
Do I need to speak Spanish? +
No. All of our partner hospitals have English-speaking doctors and international patient coordinators. Med Viajar also assigns a bilingual patient coordinator to your case who accompanies you to every appointment. Panama City is an internationally-oriented city and English is widely spoken in medical and hospitality settings.
Can I combine my procedure with a vacation in Panama? +
Absolutely — and many patients do. Panama City is a vibrant, modern city with excellent restaurants, a UNESCO-listed historic district (Casco Viejo), and easy access to beaches, rainforest, and the Panama Canal. The climate is warm year-round. Many patients extend their stay by a week after recovery to explore the country. Med Viajar can recommend hotels near your hospital that are experienced in hosting recovering medical tourists.
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