- Mr. Hoeseinali Ashraf, a businessman from Suriname diagnosed with three-vessel coronary artery disease, traveled to Colombia to undergo myocardial revascularization surgery at the Hospital Internacional de Colombia (HIC) due to the unavailability of this procedure in his home country.
- The specialists at HIC performed the surgery without the use of cardiopulmonary bypass, a technique that, in experienced centers, can provide benefits for certain selected patients, including faster recovery and a lower risk of some postoperative complications.
- The institution is solidifying its position as an alternative for international patients requiring complex cardiovascular surgery, combining advanced technology with a highly specialized team. Additionally, it has an International Office that facilitates comprehensive care for foreign patients.
Bucaramanga, Colombia, January 2025. The Hospital Internacional de Colombia (HIC) recently hosted a key surgical procedure for Mr. Hoeseinali Ashraf, a 60-year-old businessman from Suriname who was suffering from three-vessel coronary artery disease. This condition is characterized by severe obstruction of the three main coronary arteries, significantly restricting blood flow to the heart muscle and increasing the risk of myocardial infarction and other cardiovascular complications.
In his home country, access to this type of surgery was limited due to high demand and the prioritization of critically ill patients. Uncertain about the waiting time for his procedure, his cardiologist recommended exploring options abroad, leading him to contact HIC in Colombia, where he found the necessary infrastructure and medical expertise for his treatment.