Do
you like what you see on our web site? Do you want to
consult with Dr. Thomas BUT you live out of the area
and think it's not possible? IT IS VERY EASY to get
started...an e-mail will get the ball rolling.
We have a large number of patient's flying in from all
over the country and the world to have their procedure
performed by him. We try to make the experience smooth
and easy.
STEP
ONE:
E-mail
us with your concerns along with some digital photos
of the areas in question. The Doctor will review your
e-mail and photos and discuss your options with you
either via e-mail or phone. At this time, we will also
be able to give you a price for your procedure.
STEP
TWO:
If
after speaking with Dr. Thomas you decide that you would
like to proceed, a few e-mails will take care of the
rest of the information that we will need. E-mail your
personal information along with the dates that will
work for you. Once the surgery date and pre-op date
(usually a day or two before surgery) have been confirmed
by both parties, payment options will be discussed (payment
is due 4 weeks prior to the procedure to reserve the
time at the surgery center). Payment can be in the form
of certified demand draft or cash.
We can give you information regarding hotels accommodations,
nurses to help after the surgery, etc. so that everything
is settled before you arrive. When you arrive for your
pre-op visit, we will have paper work for you to review
and fill out. The Doctor will perform a thorough examination
and discuss everything in great detail with you.
STEP
THREE:
We
strongly recommend that patients stay in Mumbai (Bombay) for
a minimum of 5-7 days after surgery (different procedures
require different lengths of time and we can discuss
your specific situation when the time comes). Our office
staff will work around your schedule to get you into
the office for your post-op visits. We ask that you
keep in contact with us via e-mail and if you return
to Mumbai (Bombay), please pay our office a visit (we love to
see our patients as often as possible).
STEP
FOUR:
Nursing
& Aftercare
If
you are traveling alone, you will need someone to help
you after surgery. We can arrange for someone with experience
to be with you for the first couple of days. Just let
us know that you will be needing this service.
