What Is the Heal in India Program and Why Does It Matter to You?
The Heal in India Program is a Government of India initiative designed to make international treatment access smoother. It combines faster visa pathways, global-quality accredited hospitals, and multilingual support for international patients.
- e-Medical Visa processing in as little as 72 hours
- Faster airport and patient-assistance support
- NABH and JCI accredited hospitals across major Indian cities
- Multilingual assistance before, during, and after treatment
Learn more about available specialties at NABH accredited hospitals in India.
How Much Can You Save on Surgery in India?
International patients commonly save 60 to 80 percent when compared with the US and UK, while receiving treatment at internationally benchmarked facilities.
- Cardiac surgery: often up to 80% lower than Western markets
- Knee replacement: typically around $5,000 to $8,000 in India
- Cancer care: advanced protocols at significantly lower costs
- Minimal waiting periods compared to multi-month queues elsewhere
Compare your savings with our treatment cost calculator.
What Does the Medical Tourism Journey Look Like Step by Step?
- Free report analysis: Expert review within 24 to 48 hours.
- Hospital and doctor match: Right specialist based on diagnosis and budget.
- Visa and travel support: Medical visa guidance plus coordination support.
- Treatment phase: Dedicated multilingual coordinator during hospital stay.
- Post-treatment follow-up: Remote consultation and medicine courier support.
Start with a free assessment via our consultation form.
Which Hospitals in India Treat International Patients?
Focus on accredited hospitals with NABH or JCI certifications, transparent pricing, and strong post-care support. A trusted facilitator helps match your condition to the right clinical center, rather than pushing one-size-fits-all referrals.
- Verify accreditation and procedure-specific outcomes
- Ask for itemized estimates before confirming treatment
- Confirm language and care-coordinator availability
- Check follow-up support after you return home
Read real experiences on our patient testimonials page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Heal in India Program?
The Heal in India Program is a Government of India initiative that helps international patients access NABH and JCI accredited hospitals with fast e-Medical Visa processing, airport assistance, and multilingual care support.
How much can I save on surgery in India?
Patients typically save 60-80% compared to the US or UK. For example, a knee replacement costing $30,000-$50,000 in the US costs $5,000-$8,000 in India at equivalent quality.
How do I get a medical visa for India?
You can apply for an e-Medical Visa online. Under the Heal in India Program, processing takes as little as 72 hours. Sano Healthcare and Tourism supports your application as part of our free service.
Which hospitals in India treat international patients?
NABH and JCI accredited hospitals across Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune regularly treat international patients. Sano Healthcare and Tourism matches you with the right hospital based on your specific condition and budget.
What does our medical tourism service include?
Sano Healthcare and Tourism provides free report analysis, hospital and doctor matching, visa assistance, airport pickup, 24/7 multilingual support in 120+ languages, accommodation help, and post-treatment follow-up after you return home.
Your Next Step
Share your reports with Sano Healthcare and Tourism for an honest treatment roadmap, estimated costs, likely timelines, and hospital options tailored to your case.
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