International Patient Services
Boca Raton Regional Hospital offers state-of-the-art facilities and technology,
coupled with renowned clinicians who come together to deliver the region’s
highest quality healthcare. These Institutes of Excellence, which center
around the Neurosciences, Women’s Health, Cardiovascular Care, Cancer
Care, Emergency Medicine and Orthopedics, make Boca Raton Regional Hospital
the clear choice for premier healthcare services in South Florida.
You can enjoy your home away from home with a trusted, local healthcare provider.
- Concierge Health Navigation via dedicated phone line at 561.955.INTL
- Scheduling and appointment support
- Discounts* off Hospital Charges
*Discount not applied to insurance co-pays or deductibles and cannot be
used in conjunction with International Insurance plans. Discount does
not apply to physician/professional fees.
Need more information?
Call 561.955.INTL (4685) or by Email at
international@brrh.com
Heart & Vascular Institute
The Christine E. Lynn Heart & Vascular Institute opened at Boca Regional
in 2006, which made it the first open-heart program started in Palm Beach
County in over 22 years. The Institute has performed over 1,000 open-heart
procedures - the majority of which are performed off-pump - more than
15,000 cardiac catheterizations and over 800 angioplasties.
Diagnostic Testing Services
- Cardiac Catheterization Echocardiography
- Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
- Electrophysiology Studies
- Exercise Stress Tests (Treadmill Tests)
- Holter Monitor
- Myocardial Biopsy
- Tilt Table Test
- Transesophageal Echocardiography
Surgical Services
- Angioplasty
- Coronary Bypass Surgery
- Endoscopic Vein Harvesting
- Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
- Valve Replacement/Repair
- Surgical Ablations
- Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation: including state-of-the-art mini-maze surgery
- Endovascular Aortic Surgery
Facilities
- Cardiac Catheterization Lab: state-of-the-art rooms for diagnostic and
interventional procedures, placement of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter
defibrillators
- New, Cardiovascular ICU for patients recovering from open-heart, vascular
and thoracic surgeries
- Post Coronary Intervention Unit
- Cardiac Step Down Unit
- Cardiac Telemetry Unit: provides continuous monitoring of heart patients
who are having complications or are recovering from a cardiac event/procedure;
a radio-frequency telemetry monitor in each bed sends a signal to the
central nursing station
- Post-Surgical Cardiac Rehab: programs designed for faster, fuller recoveries
and improved quality of life under direction of specially trained staff
- Advanced Arrhythmia Center
- Hybrid OR Center of Excellence for Heart Failure Care
Click here to visit the Christine E. Lynn Heart & Vascular Institute
Cancer Institute
The Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute is revolutionizing
the treatment of cancer and patient care.
- The Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute at the Harvey &
Phyllis Sandler Pavilion opened in November 2008. The state-of-the-art,
award winning $73 million, 98,000 square-foot facility houses the Hospital’s
imaging, radiation, chemotherapy and cancer support services, as well
as its clinical research capabilities
- One of the largest cancer programs by patient volume in the state of Florida
- Internationally renowned physicians in cancer treatment
- Specialized physician expertise in breast, urological, head and neck, thoracic,
gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary (liver and bile ducts) and bloodborne cancers
- Dedicated Multimodality Center where patients are seen by multiple sub-specialists
in genetics, surgery, radiation oncology, medical oncology, pathology
and imaging at the same location on the same visit
- The latest technological advancements and the most sophisticated diagnostic
services and treatment available
- Most advanced imaging technology available
- The Center for Hematology-Oncology
- Only facility in south Florida with AccuBoost™ technology
- Novalis Tx™ - image guided radiosurgery - the most precise treatment available
- Oncology Social Workers guide patients, offering support and education
through group and individual counseling
- Cindy Bertuch Rosencrans Life Expression Program (The CINDY Program) addresses
questions, emotions, decisions and challenges that arise for the cancer
patient and their loved ones
- Patients benefit from the Lynn Cancer Institute’s affiliations with
major academic cancer centers including Moffit Total Cancer Care™
- Research nurses improve patient access to clinical trials and facilities
- Pain and symptom management, genetic testing and specialized diagnostic services
Click here to visit the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute
Women's Health & Wellness Institute
The Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute - The
Center for Breast Care, offers a full range of comprehensive services
including screening, diagnostic care and treatments.
- Internationally renowned physicians in breast imaging
- Same-day mammography results and consultation
- Clinical breast exams and high-risk evaluation
- Perform over 90,000 diagnostic procedures a year
- No prescriptions needed for screening mammograms (over the age of 40)
- State-of-the-art imaging technology
- Genetic testing for high-risk patients
- Breast MRI, breast PEM (Positron Emission Mammography), breast ultrasound
and bone density
- Breast cancer risk assessment/genetic counseling
- Access to leading clinical imaging trials
- World-class breast cancer program
- Stereotactic biopsy
- Mobile digital MammoVan
- Rated in the top 5% in the nation for Women’s Health Excellence™
by Healthgrades®
Click here to visit the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute
Orthopedic Institute
Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Orthopedic Institute offers care in
a variety of sub-specialties, including arthritis treatment, hip and knee
replacement, spinal surgery, shoulder surgery and sports medicine. The
dedicated team of physicians, nurses, physical therapists and other healthcare
professionals is focused on improving the lives of patients by alleviating
pain, promoting speedy recoveries and returning patients to a state of
independence.
Boca Raton Regional Hospital performs anterior hip replacement, providing
patients with a faster recovery, less pain and enhanced mobility. We specialize
in joint resurfacing, an alternative to total joint replacement. Our state-of-the-art
navigation system gives our orthopedic surgeons added precision in the
operating room.
The Hospital’s orthopedic unit provides a host of patient amenities
including private rooms, WiFi and flat screen televisions.
Click here to visit the Orthopedic Institute
Patient & Guest Services
The BocaCare International Patient Services Program is dedicated to meeting
the needs of patients and their families who come to Boca Raton Regional
Hospital from all around the world. Our International Patient Center prides
itself on providing highly personalized care, with compassionate and knowledgeable
staff members who are attuned to the particular needs of all cultures
and strive to make the experience of all patients and family members as
pleasant and comfortable as possible. In order to meet the diverse needs
of all our patients, Boca Raton Regional Hospital provides personalized
liaison services, which include the following:
- Coordination of hospital, physician and diagnostic services appointments
- Physician referral services
- 24-hour emergency services, including air ambulance coordination services
- Assistance in finding physicians/specialists within your insurance network
- 24-hour translation services in 180 languages
- Travel arrangement assistance
- Transfer of medical records to and from your primary physician
- Fulfilling any special nutritional or spiritual needs The International
Patient Center also provides assistance with financial concerns, such as:
- Coordination with primary insurance and travel assistance companies
- Estimates and discounted package pricing for uninsured, self-paying patients
- Coordination of advance deposit payments (wire transfers, etc.)
In addition to providing our patients with the best possible clinical
care, Boca Regional collaborates with the Boca Raton Resort & Club,
a Waldorf Astoria Resort, to provide patients and their families with
accommodations that are second to none. The Boca Raton Resort & Club
is world renowned for its elegance and the many amenities it provides
to each of its visitors.
About the City of Boca Raton
Boca Raton Regional Hospital is located in Boca Raton, Florida, one of
south Florida’s most premier and idyllic oceanside destinations.
It is home to many of America’s most successful business people,
as well as a haven for celebrities, philanthropists and members of society.
Whether our international patients are traveling alone or with companions,
Boca Raton provides renowned dining, entertainment and recreational experiences.
The City is also rich in cultural diversity and enjoys a longstanding
reputation for being a most welcoming community for international visitors.