About Patients Beyond Borders

Patients Beyond Borders World Edition

Patients Beyond Borders is the world’s most trusted source of consumer information about international medical and health travel.

Welcome!

....from Patients Beyond Borders' Founder Josef Woodman

Patients Beyond Borders did not come about in a vacuum. When I was first examined for a challenging dental condition, I well remember the sticker shock that accompanied my diagnosis, and the many frustrations I encountered attempting to find the best, most affordable medical solution, first here in the US, then abroad. I also recall how pleasantly surprised and gratified I was to eventually connect with talented, English-speaking, customer-driven professionals who listened to my story, evaluated my needs, then took just the right steps to help me access the right care at a great price, and ensure my safe trip home.

Since my treatment, I've had the pleasure of meeting so many patients like you who are seeking access to safe, affordable, quality-assured medical care. As always, the journey involves a community of trusted relationships that build confidence and comfort, and pave the way for a successful medical outcome.

We at Patients Beyond Borders have helped thousands of patients like you gain peace of mind in their decision-making. We are here to help you reach the right choices and direct you to successful options for your medical care. Contact us today.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help connect patients like you to the best medical choices, the most affordable care, and to help you ease the uncertainties and stress of your medical procedure.

Through our work with leading American-accredited hospitals and clinics, international Ministries of Health, Ministries of Tourism, and top private hospital associations, we have located the world's most trustworthy medical destinations, American and European-trained doctors, and robust, efficient patient services.

We can help connect you with world-class, affordable healthcare in American-accredited hospitals with US board-certified doctors and surgeons.

About Our Books

Over the past six years, Patients Beyond Borders Editions and digital publications have helped guide thousands of patients from all over the world to the right medical choices, with safe, satisfying, affordable outcomes.

Patients Beyond Borders World Edition, now in its Third Edition, is one in a series of eight medical travel titles, with more than 150,000 in print. Author Josef Woodman has helped shape the international health travel industry. He has lectured at Harvard Medical School, UCLA School of Public Health, and spoken at medical travel conferences in 14 countries. He has appeared on CNN, ABC News, Fox News, Oprah.com, The New York Times, International Living, Frommer's, US News and World Report, and AARP Magazine. Learn more .