Arthroscopy Surgery
Overview
A keyhole joint surgery using a tiny camera and miniature tools through small incisions, often done as a day-care procedure. Our partner hospitals deliver arthroscopy using internationally recognised protocols, latest-generation equipment, and surgeons with extensive experience — many internationally trained. Median public wait for joint replacement in Australia is 265 days (AIHW 2023–24). Self-funded knee/hip replacement averages AUD 25,000–35,000. Through Earth Abroad's partner network in India, the same arthroscopy is available from $5,500 — at a fraction of Australian self-funded cost — in JCI-accredited facilities with care quality matching or exceeding Australian standards.
Cost Comparison by Country
| Country | Avg. Cost | Hospital Stay | Savings vs Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | AUD $5,500 - $9,500 | 3-5 days | Save ~71% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | AUD $12,000 - $18,000 | 3-5 days | Save ~31-41% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Self-Funded | AUD $19,000 - $33,000 | — | — |
Pricing indicative. Includes procedure, hospital accommodation, standard medications, nursing care, and post-procedure care. Flights, accommodation outside hospital, and travel insurance budgeted separately.
For Australian Patients: Median public wait for joint replacement in Australia is 265 days (AIHW 2023–24). Self-funded knee/hip replacement averages AUD 25,000–35,000.
What's Included
- Pre-procedure consultation and diagnostic workup review
- All physician, anaesthesia and theatre fees
- Private room hospital accommodation for full duration of stay
- All standard medications and consumables in-hospital
- Specialist nursing care and post-operative monitoring
- In-hospital physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions
- Airport transfers and local transport in destination city
- Dedicated Earth Abroad care coordinator throughout stay
- Medical visa invitation letter (for India)
- 90-day post-treatment remote support and follow-up
Partner Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals Chennai
🇮🇳 Chennai, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
India's most established orthopaedic surgery centre. Robotic joint replacement available. 8,000+ joint procedures annually.
Fortis Healthcare Delhi
🇮🇳 New Delhi, India · JCI Accredited · NABH Certified
National referral centre for orthopaedics. Minimally invasive and robotic joint replacement specialists.
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Recommended Package
Arthroscopy + Recovery Programme
10-14 days
Chennai or Delhi, India
From AUD ~5,500
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