Avane Plastic Surgery Hospital targets to help Kenya lower overseas medical spending related to various illnesses and surgeries through its new investment.
The hospital says it has invested in a Ksh 1.1 billion in acquiring state-of-the art equipment which will enable it conduct medical procedures locally helping thousands of Kenyan patients to save on medical expenses incurred by going abroad.
According to APSH Chief Executive Officer Dr Pranav Pancholi the investment was triggered by the rising demand for cosmetic procedures including plastic and reconstructive surgery, longevity, wellness, cosmetic dermatology, aesthetics, and regenerative medicine.
“From around 2016, I started receiving more and more Kenyans in need of plastic surgery procedures. That was the time the idea behind APSH began taking shape. Today, patients in need of these services don’t have to spend money on air tickets, visa fees, hotel fees and similar costs – on top of paying for the procedure. We will be right here to attend to their needs,” said Dr Pancholi.
Industry statistics indicate that Kenyans spend at least Ksh 15 billion annually to procure the medical procedures in foreign countries due to unavailability of expert services locally.
Among preferred destinations many patients opt to secure the services include South Africa, Turkey and India.
“Having these procedures available locally, where patients would be afforded close care and observation is a plus for Kenya. The truth is many Kenyans want these services and due to many factors, safety being an important one, opt to travel overseas,” he added.
Through the new investment in the state-of-the-art operating theater, APSH says it will be able to carry out procedures among them, the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), breast implants, breast reduction, tummy tuck, liposuction and fat transfer.
“This is a one-stop-shop for patients who want to achieve specific aesthetic results; providing quick outpatient procedures as well as inpatient care for those who will be going through surgery,” said Dr. Shaban Saidi, Director of Plastic Surgery at APSH.
