American Author Derek Sivers Praises Indian Healthcare, Plans Move to Bengaluru
American author and entrepreneur Derek Sivers has publicly lauded the Indian healthcare system, citing its affordability, speed, and accessibility to specialists. Following a recent medical treatment in India for a schwannoma behind his knee, Sivers shared his positive experience on X, expressing his intention to relocate to Bengaluru. He highlighted that an executive health screening, which cost approximately $5,000 at Cleveland Clinic in Abu Dhabi, was available for about $80 in Bengaluru. Furthermore, a neurosurgery estimated at $14,000 in New Zealand cost around $2,000 at a top Indian hospital. Sivers also noted the efficiency of the Indian system, where he could see multiple specialists within hours, a stark contrast to the weeks or months-long wait times he experienced in New Zealand. He arrived in India without a prior appointment and was able to secure consultations with four specialists on the same day. His decision to choose a hospital was based on the volume of procedures performed by surgeons, ...