Understand what evaluation means
An evaluation is a centre-led clinical process. It may consider diagnosis, treatment history, organ function, infection and cancer screening, surgical risk, psychosocial readiness, support, and the feasibility of long-term follow-up.
- Evaluation does not guarantee acceptance.
- A decision may change as health circumstances change.
- Different centres may apply different lawful programme criteria.
Prepare questions before records
Start with a short written list of questions. If a centre wishes to evaluate the case, it should provide secure instructions for the specific records it needs.
- Do not send medical records through public website forms.
- Confirm the recipient and secure transfer method.
- Ask how information will be used, stored, and shared.
Plan continuity of care
International treatment requires coordination before travel and after return. Ask who will manage routine care, urgent concerns, medicines, testing, and communication across teams.
- Identify a local treating clinician.
- Clarify expected length of stay and follow-up.
- Do not travel while medically unstable without clinical advice.