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Healthcare Economics & Cost Analyst
About
Rohan Desai is a policy researcher and medical economics writer who has spent years analysing the cost structures of healthcare systems across South Asia and comparing them with Western markets. His detailed cost breakdowns, insurance guides, and cross-border treatment comparisons are used by patients, facilitators, and policy researchers alike. Rohan holds a postgraduate degree in health economics and has contributed research to Indian think tanks studying outbound and inbound medical tourism. He is particularly known for his clear, jargon-free explanations of pricing, insurance reimbursement, and value-for-money analysis in the Indian healthcare context.
Chronic kidney disease treatment in India — CKD stages 1–5, dialysis, transplant, costs, and top nephrology centres for international patients. Free case review.
A detailed comparison of bariatric surgery in India versus the USA, UK, and Turkey — covering costs, surgeon experience, wait times, package inclusions, and post-operative follow-up.
Practical tips to reduce costs on your medical trip to India — from booking flights and choosing accommodation to currency exchange strategies, negotiating hospital rates, and using medical facilitators.
A complete guide to pancreas transplant in India for international patients — simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant (SPK), isolated pancreas transplant costs, eligibility, hospitals, and recovery.
A practical guide to managing money on your medical trip to India from Africa — where to exchange currency, how much to bring, avoiding bad rates, hospital payment methods, and tips for common African currencies.
How to manage dialysis in India while waiting for a kidney transplant — costs, hospital options, logistics, and living-donor timelines for international patients.
How international patients — especially from Africa — can finance medical treatment in India. Covers bank loans, hospital payment plans, insurance pre-authorisation, crowdfunding, and cost-reduction strategies.
India vs Turkey for medical tourism in 2026 — compare costs, hospital accreditation, specialist depth, language, visa, and patient experience for African patients seeking the best destination.
Complete cost guide for bariatric weight loss surgery in India for international patients — gastric sleeve, bypass, band prices, top hospitals, and what's included in 2026.
What does a medical tourism facilitator actually do? Arodya manages hospital selection, cost negotiation, visa support, airport transfers, in-hospital coordination, and post-surgery follow-up for international patients travelling to India for treatment.
Direct hospital booking vs medical facilitator in India: real cost comparison with hidden fees, time costs, and scenarios. Patients overspend $1,200-3,800 on hidden costs going direct.
India medical tourism statistics 2026 — patient numbers, revenue trends, top procedures, and why India leads globally. Data-driven guide.
India vs Thailand for medical tourism in 2026 — compare costs, hospital quality, specialties, and patient experience. Free consultation.
IVF cost breakdown in India for foreigners — clinic fees, medication, donor eggs, and success rates. Full 2026 guide. Free consultation.
India's top medical hubs explained — Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. Budget guide for international patients in 2026.
Compare medical tourism facilitator vs contacting hospital directly. Cost, convenience, support, quality, and which option is best for you.
Kidney transplant in India for foreign patients — costs, eligibility, legal requirements, and top hospitals in 2026. Free case review.
Liver transplant in India for African patients in 2026 — costs, hospital options, legal process, and Arodya support. Free case review.
Complete guide to organ transplant regulations for Middle Eastern patients in India. Legal process, costs, hospital options, and how to get started.
Plan a budget medical trip to India in 2026 — cost-saving tips, affordable hospitals, and free planning support for international patients.
How health insurance works for international patients in India — what's covered, pre-authorization, and cost tips for 2026. Free guidance.
Why healthcare in India costs 60–80% less than the West — labour, infrastructure, and policy explained. Guide for international patients.
What costs do medical tourists miss in India? Visa fees, accommodation, follow-up care, and travel insurance — full guide. Free cost estimate.
Knee replacement costs compared — India, Thailand, and Turkey in 2026. Quality, wait times, and total costs including travel. Free consultation.
Everything you need to know about traveling to India for medical treatment, from choosing hospitals to post-treatment care.
Kidney transplant in India — JCI-accredited centres, expert nephrologists, 70% cost savings vs USA. High success rates. Free case review.
Liver transplant in India — expert hepatobiliary surgeons, JCI-accredited centres, 65% cost savings. High success rates. Free case review.
