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Timeline template: 6 months before → flight home

the_quiet_planner Regular · · 248 views

Made this for myself, sharing in case it helps:

6 months: shortlist procedures, read, collect reference photos
4–5 months: message 5–8 clinics with photos, get written quotes, video consults
3 months: shortlist 2–3, book in-person consults on day 1–2 of trip
2 months: flights with change buffer, accommodation, check insurance
1 month: ask clinic for pre-op tests list (blood work, ECG?), meds to stop
Trip: consults → decide → surgery → recovery → final check → fly
After: follow-up plan with a local doctor at home in case something comes up

Edits welcome.

3 comments

  • sleepyotter22 Lurker ·

    This + my spreadsheet = unstoppable

  • han_river_walks Regular ·

    Good call on the "local doctor at home" bit. Get your clinic to give you a written summary of what was done (in English) — your GP at home will need it.

  • nervous_in_toronto Lurker ·

    Saving. This makes it feel less scary.