Rapatriement médical
24
Aug

Medical repatriation: bringing our loved ones home safely?

In times of crisis, whether accident, illness, unforeseen situations or global epidemics, many travelers find themselves stranded abroad, far from home, and facing health problems. In this situation, medical repatriation is often the only option for bringing our loved ones home safely. In this blog, we’ll explain exactly what a medical repatriation is, why it […]

medication evacuation carribean
23
Jun

Why Insurance Companies Should Consider Medical Evacuation Between Caribbean Islands

The Caribbean region is one of the most beautiful and alluring places in the world, and with its warm temperatures, inviting beaches, and stunning natural scenery, it attracts millions of tourists each year. However, unforeseen medical emergencies can occur at any time, and when they do, it’s essential to have access to medical evacuation services. […]

rapatriement médical caraïbes
27
May

How does West Indies Assistance guarantee a seamless, stress-free repatriation and medical evacuation experience in the Caribbean?

Medical repatriation is a major concern for both travelers and sailors in the Caribbean basin. An accident or serious illness are difficult and stressful situations to deal with, especially away from home. That’s why West Indies Assistance offers solutions to help insurers provide the best services to their customers. Find out how WIA guarantees a […]

Rapatriement médical martinique
03
May

What are the advantages of stretcher repatriation on a commercial flight?

Looking for a comfortable, safe and affordable way to repatriate or evacuate a sick or injured patient by air? Look no further! The repatriation and stretcher evacuation service on a commercial flight offered by West Indies Assistance is the solution you need! Discover the main benefits of this service, which represents a serious alternative to […]

évacuation sanitaire
15
Mar

What is medical tourism and why is it becoming popular? 

What is medical tourism?  Medical tourism is a growing industry as more and more people seek surgical or medical care outside of their country of residence. There are many reasons why people choose to travel abroad for medical treatment. In this article, we will explore the concept of medical tourism and some of the reasons […]

Tourisme médical en Martinique et en Guadeloupe
02
Jan

Medical tourism in Martinique and Guadeloupe

What is medical tourism? Medical tourism, also known as health tourism or hospital tourism, consists of a patient traveling to another country to receive medical care. In the Caribbean basin, many people do not benefit from a sufficient health system on their island of residence to manage certain diseases. Thus, in order to be taken […]

02
Jan

Medical repatriation – The different modes of transport

Medical aircraft, commercial flights in business class or stretcher, bed-to-bed transport, discover in this article, the different possible modes of air transport for a medical repatriation. What is a medical repatriation? When you are on a business trip or on vacation abroad, you may fall ill or have an accident. In this case, the patient […]

établissement hospitalier
30
Nov

Focus on the University Hospital of Martinique

How to be treated in Martinique ? The University Hospital of Martinique is a public health establishment which offer a triple mission of research, eand education treatment. The CHU of Martinique is divided into 7 hospitals, what do you need to know about this essential structure of the island of flowers? WIA introduces you to […]