heva Blog
Insights on medical tourism, healthcare innovation, and the future of cross-border care
Complete Medical Tourism Checklist: 90 Days Before to 30 Days After
Master medical tourism planning with our comprehensive timeline checklist. From initial research to post-surgery follow-up, ensure nothing is missed in your international healthcare journey.
Santiago vs. Santo Domingo: Dominican Republic's Medical Tourism Cities Compared
Compare Santiago and Santo Domingo for medical tourism in Dominican Republic. Discover which city offers better healthcare facilities, costs, and recovery experiences for international patients.
AI as the New Front Door of Care: What an AI Social Coach for Autism Teaches Us About the Future of Healthcare
Discover how an AI social coach for autism demonstrates the power of accessible, empathetic technology as the first step in healthcare—and how this breakthrough points to the future of cross-border medical care.
Hybrid by Design: Unlocking the Best of In‑Person and Remote Work
Discover how heva built a successful hybrid work model across New York, Mexico, India, and the Dominican Republic. Learn practical strategies for optimizing in-person collaboration while protecting remote focus time.
Frictionless Finance, Frictionless Care: Can Cross-Border Payments Finally Catch Up with Patients?
Discover how cross-border payment innovations are revolutionizing medical tourism. Learn how heva's integrated payment solutions reduce friction for patients seeking healthcare abroad in Mexico and the Dominican Republic.
Dominican Republic Plastic Surgery Prices vs. U.S. Costs: CECILIP Santo Domingo
Compare Dominican Republic vs U.S. plastic surgery costs. CECILIP surgeons in Santo Domingo offer 30-60% savings on tummy tucks, liposuction, facelifts & BBLs with world-class results.
Post-Surgery Complications Abroad: Your Logistics Action Plan
Navigate the logistics of handling post-surgery concerns when traveling for medical care. Learn communication protocols, documentation steps, and resource coordination for international medical recovery.
Doing the Work That Does Not Scale: A Week of Face‑Time in Mexico City
Discover how heva's team spent five days in Mexico City building relationships with healthcare providers, learning that trust compounds offline first and personal context drives product decisions.
AI at the Front Desk, Clinicians at the Bedside
Discover how AI voice agents and multilingual chatbots are transforming healthcare administration, freeing up clinicians for bedside care. Explore lessons from Hippocratic AI, KPMG, and heva's own cross-border experience.
Dr. Diego Fierro: Cirujano Plástico Líder en Guadalajara en una Ciudad que Experimenta un Boom en Procedimientos Estéticos
Descubre cómo el Dr. Diego Fierro combina experiencia profesional, comunicación clara y un enfoque centrado en el paciente para brindar atención excepcional en cirugía plástica en Guadalajara, México.
Dr. Carlos López Collado: Crafting a Global Brand in Plastic Surgery and Simplifying the Patient Journey
Discover how Dr. Carlos López Collado combines international training, medical excellence, and a patient-first approach to deliver exceptional plastic surgery care in the Dominican Republic.
Medical Tourism on the Rise: Solving Healthcare Challenges in the US & Canada with Technology
Discover how medical tourism and AI-powered platform heva helps patients beat U.S. costs and Canadian wait times, while providers streamline cross-border practice management.
Turkey vs. Mexico vs. Dominican Republic: Complete Medical Tourism Cost Comparison
Compare medical tourism costs across Turkey, Mexico, and Dominican Republic. Discover which destination offers the best value for plastic surgery, dental work, and other procedures with comprehensive savings analysis.