Canadian Medical Travel Coordination
Last updated: June 2026
Why Canadians consider urology treatment abroad
According to the Fraser Institute's 2025 report, the median total wait in urology, from referral by a GP to treatment, is 25.7 weeks nationally, close to the 28.6 week median across all specialties, with waits in several provinces well above that.
These waits cover common conditions such as an enlarged prostate, kidney stones, urinary incontinence, and other urological problems.​ Treatment at an accredited hospital abroad is one option for earlier care. It applies to planned, elective procedures that can be arranged in advance, not to emergencies.
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How urology treatment abroad works for Canadians
Urology treatment abroad for Canadians follows a clear path: you share your medical file, we match you with an accredited hospital and physician, you meet the treating physician in a free online consultation, and then we coordinate the hospital, travel, accommodation, and follow-up after you return.
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Maple Med Global is a coordination service; the medical care is provided by the accredited hospital and its physicians, who hold clinical responsibility for your treatment.
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Treatment abroad is private and paid directly by you. The quote sets out what is and is not included. If you prefer not to pay all at once, instalment financing is available through third-party providers.
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Share your medical file and imaging
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We match you with an accredited hospital suited to your case
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If your case is accepted, a free online consultation with the treating physician
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A clear quote showing what is included
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Coordination of hospital, flights, and accommodation
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Follow-up support after you return to Canada
Urology procedures we coordinate
​The main urology procedures we coordinate at accredited hospitals cover the prostate, kidneys, urinary control, and men's health. The specific technique and recovery plan for your case are recommended by the physician in a free online consultation before any commitment.
Procedure
What it is
Enlarged prostate (BPH) surgery
Kidney stone treatment
Urinary incontinence
Male health (varicocele)
Prostate assessment
Men with an enlarged prostate causing urinary symptoms, including TURP and laser techniques such as HoLEP
Shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) and ureteroscopy with laser for stones that do not pass or keep recurring
Procedures for stress or persistent urinary incontinence that has not responded to conservative care
Varicocele repair and related male reproductive and urological conditions
Diagnostic evaluation of the prostate. For prostate cancer treatment, see our Oncology page
Surgical techniques vary by hospital and include robotic-assisted and minimally invasive options. For prostate cancer treatment, including surgery, radiation, or systemic therapy, see our Oncology page.
Who is suited to travel for urological care
We select the hospital on three criteria in every case: the hospital's volume in urological procedures, the physician's experience with your specific procedure, and an international patient department with English-language support. We share the hospital we recommend, with the physician's name and professional background, before any commitment.
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The international hospitals we work with hold Joint Commission International (JCI), Accreditation Canada, or equivalent accreditation. If you want to compare, you can ask for more than one option.
Where Canadians can have urology treatment abroad
​We coordinate urology treatment for Canadian patients at established international centres across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The right destination depends on both your case and your priorities, such as expertise, language, timing, and travel preference.
Region
Americas
Countries
Noted for
Shorter flights and minimal time difference, which can make recovery and follow-up easier. The United States offers access to top-ranked programs on a self-pay basis. Costa Rica and Panama have JCI accredited private hospitals
Europe
Germany is recognized for its established urology tradition and rigorous physician standards. Spain has JCI accredited hospitals and Da Vinci robotic urology programs. Turkiye is known for a large number of JCI accredited hospitals and high-volume robotic surgery centres
Asia
India has JCI accredited, high-volume centres. South Korea is known for advanced robotic and minimally invasive urology
If you have already decided on a destination, we will factor that in. All the countries we work with are listed on our Destinations page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Your Urology Treatment with Maple Med Global
As a Canada-based coordination team, Maple Med Global manages every step of the process, from choosing the right hospital and physician to flights, accommodation, and follow-up after you return. To begin, share your diagnosis and any imaging or test results with us. We review your case and present suitable hospitals together with a clear treatment plan and quote.
This page provides general information, not medical advice. Clinical decisions are made by the treating physician(s).