Your Surgical Journey.
Surgical Journey
What happens: You meet with our team online to review your case, symptoms, and current mobility.
When it happens: Before traveling to Colombia.
How long it takes: Usually 30 minutes.
What you need to do: Send your medical history, imaging exams, and a short walking video in advance.
What happens: Once your case is approved, we help organize your surgery dates, stay, transportation, and recovery schedule.
When it happens: After your virtual evaluation and before your trip.
How long it takes: A few days, depending on your case and travel dates.
What you need to do: Confirm your travel availability and follow the preparation instructions provided by our team.
What happens: You arrive in Cali and complete your in-person pre-operative consultation and final evaluations.
When it happens: Usually 1 to 2 days before surgery.
How long it takes: Half a day to one full day.
What you need to do: Attend your scheduled appointments, follow fasting or medication instructions, and rest before surgery.
What happens: Your hip replacement procedure is performed in an accredited medical facility using an advanced recovery-focused approach.
When it happens: On your scheduled surgery day.
How long it takes: The procedure itself is relatively quick, and patients often begin standing or walking shortly after surgery.
What you need to do: Follow the medical team’s instructions and prepare for early guided mobility.
What happens: You begin walking, changing positions safely, and starting physical recovery with professional guidance.
When it happens: The same day or the day after surgery.
How long it takes: The first several days are focused on mobility, safety, and confidence.
What you need to do: Participate actively in your recovery exercises and follow all guidance for walking, sitting, resting, and movement
What happens: You continue physical therapy and guided movement training to regain strength, flexibility, and independence.
When it happens: During your stay after surgery.
How long it takes: Most international patients stay in Cali for about 7 to 12 days, depending on their progress.
What you need to do: Attend therapy sessions, stay active as instructed, and follow your recovery routine daily.
What happens: You return home with a recovery plan and continued follow-up from our team.
When it happens:After your medical team clears you for travel.
How long it takes: Recovery continues over the following weeks, with remote guidance when needed.
What you need to do: Follow your home recovery plan, attend virtual check-ins if required, and report any unusual symptoms.
Life After Hip Replacement
For many patients, the goal of surgery is not only to eliminate pain, but to regain the freedom to move naturally again.
After recovery, many patients return to activities such as:
walking long distances
climbing stairs comfortably
traveling again
spending time with family
Why this matters matters?
Hip replacement is not only about surgery.
It is about knowing what comes next, feeling supported, and recovering with confidence.
Who Is a Candidate for Hip Replacement?
A personalized evaluation is always required to determine if surgery is the best option for your specific condition.
You may be a candidate for hip replacement if:
