My Medical Gateway News

My Medical Gateway (MMG) has been featured in a major report by The Sun examining the growing number of UK patients choosing treatment abroad as an alternative to NHS waiting lists and high private healthcare costs.

The article reports that more than 520,000 Britons travelled overseas for medical treatment in 2024, representing a 50% increase in just three years. Against a backdrop of NHS waiting lists that officially exceed 7.1 million cases – with the true figure likely closer to 9 million patients awaiting diagnosis or treatment – increasing numbers of people are exploring faster and more affordable options overseas.

The Sun highlighted MMG’s role in making treatment abroad more accessible through its digital marketplace, which enables UK patients to compare fixed-price treatment packages from accredited hospitals across Spain, Cyprus, Greece and Malta.

The report also identified a new trend emerging among patients using MMG. As treatment costs abroad can often be significantly lower than equivalent private treatment in the UK, some patients are choosing to use part of their savings to travel with family members and extend their stay either before or after treatment.

Sara Gezdari of MMG told The Sun that the company has seen a growing number of enquiries from patients interested in combining treatment with a family holiday. Patients have reported that the savings available through treatment abroad can help cover flights, accommodation and travel costs while still accessing consultant-led care in leading European hospitals.

MMG offers fixed-price treatment packages across a wide range of specialties including orthopaedics, cardiology, gynaecology and cosmetic surgery. Through its network of accredited healthcare providers, patients can often access treatment within weeks rather than facing lengthy waits in the UK.

The Sun’s coverage reflects growing public awareness that treatment abroad is becoming an increasingly mainstream healthcare option for UK patients seeking high-quality care, transparent pricing and significantly shorter waiting times.

Read the full original article in The Sun:
https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/39330350/brits-skip-nhs-waiting-lists-medical-trips/

About My Medical Gateway

My Medical Gateway (MMG) is a healthcare technology platform connecting UK patients with accredited private hospitals across the European Union. The platform enables patients to compare providers, receive fixed-price treatment packages and access consultant-led care within weeks. MMG works exclusively with accredited hospitals and offers a structured treatment pathway that includes remote diagnosis, treatment booking and post-operative follow-up.