Somnio International Medical Holidays...

SEXPO 2012

2012-02-16T06:09:00.002+10:00

SEXPO 2012..

We were asked to participate in Sexpo Sydney this year in conjunction with Phuket International Hospital. I must admit we didn't JUMP at the chance as it can sometimes be hard to decide what trades are right for your company and also not wanting to stereo type yourselves. BUT our market is anywhere between 18-55yrs.. mostly female, therefore it did fit our demographic and we also thought being asked by the Hospital direct to do this with them was a bit of an honor and certainly one we shouldn't pass up.
So we are off to Sydney.. After doing so much travel around Nth QLD. It will be nice to travel South for a bit..

SEXPO is on the 15th - 18th March 2012 at the Sydney Convention Centre.

We are drawing the Trip for 2 Prize on the last night of the Expo..

So if you in Sydney make sure you head to booth #101 and place your name in the database to WIN!!
2 return flights to Phuket & 8 Nights at the Aspasia...

www.somniomedical.com

2012-02-13T05:03:00.000+10:00

Hello!!
So we have been a little quiet on the home front lately with our blog... To be honest with you.. I am not sure if anyone else had problems with the change over with Google's polices etc.. It has been a little bit of a nightmare for us..
Anyway.. we are back and we have a lot to catch up on..
Over the last 6 months saw Somnio International Medical Holidays travel to:
Melbourne, Toowoomba, Rockhampton, Emerald, Moranbah, Mackay, Townsville, Mt Isa and Hervey Bay.
The response has been overwhelming and we loved seeing a good part of QLD..
The next 3 months see Somnio exhibiting at:
SEXPO Sydney, Brisbane Travel Xpo (with another of our amazing Hospitals - TBC),
Also see us... inThailand for our March Group Travel (Phuket International Hospital) AND hosting The Naked Truth Seminars at the Brisbane Mantra & Versace Gold Coast with Phuket Hospitals', International Services Manager - Mr Peter Davison.
Which means the last 6 and the next 3 months has and will be a CRAZY busy time for us trying to ensure we a spreading the SOMNIO and the Thailand Medical Holiday word across as much ground 2 people can cover...
Which leads me to the next exciting news.. We are happy to announce not 1 but 2 new staff members to the team one based in Nth QLD and one on the Gold Coast... Welcome ladies..
Keep watching this blog to see how things evolve over the coming months..

AND... Go to the Web to enter our comp..
WIN a trip for 2 to Phuket for 8 days!! Staying as the Aspasia Patong..
www.somniomedical.com

Virginia & Yvonne x

2011-10-13T14:35:00.002+10:00

Final Day..
So... If you have been following our FB page, you would have seen that we have our final 2 girls in for their procedures today... That's 15 girls in the last 8 days heading back to Australia with their new additions... 3 amazing Surgeons performing the procedures... almost 30 nights ..in a PRIVATE room at Phuket International Hospital. 1 night stay is included in your package BUT, the Surgeons at Phuket Hospital asked most the girls to stay for 2 nights so they were monitored for a little longer by trained nurses and Doctors post surgery. And every one of them agreed to stay for the additional night - at NO EXTRA COST. The Hospital covered the additional night! What an amazing Hospital.. Most surgeons will send you home the same day after a Breast Augmentation Procedure in Australia... or you have to pay through the roof to stay in one of their rooms. So there it is another reason to travel abroad for your Surgery. Especially with SOMNIO... x

2011-10-08T19:23:00.001+10:00

So, the October Group Tour has safely arrived to Phuket. Albeit a bit tired and agitated on arrival.. We all had a good night sleep to wake up to a free day we had arranged for the whole group pre-surgery.
Off to Phi Phi on a day trip, via Maya Bay, Monkey Island and Khao Island. The weather was a bit rainy but very humid.. Nothing dampened the spirits of this group.

Its a perfect way for a bit of Group bonding... and we are proud to say that we cannot honestly get a word in with this Group.. we are pretty lucky to be on this Journey with such amazing people.. 13 out of 20 jumped on the Speedboat Phi Phi bound. And had an amazing time... from the moment they got onto the boat till its return at 6pm.

They witnessed the magic of Maya Bay (and the 1,00,000,00 tourist on the beach including the 2000 boats bringing them there).. And the magic of Monkeys.. trying to steal the bikini bottoms of one of our girls as well as steal food and drink on the boat.. Was a highlight of the day for most..

We have had to date 8 girls though the Hospital for their procedures so far with another 7 to go in the coming days.
Those that have had surgery are recovering comfortably back in the resort with some still recuperating in the comfort of their private room at Phuket International.

The weather has been a little wet. But the group has been spending up BIG.. with 2 weeks still to go.. I dare say the will be living off corn in the last few days here.. but to be honest the corn is pretty amazing as well..

GROUP TRAVEL

2011-08-17T13:53:00.001+10:00

Hello!

Ok, so we are coming up to our 2nd Group Travel in October... PHUKET BOUND..
And we must be doing something right... This one is a sell out!!
13 clients booked for Cosmetic and Dental Procedures..
4 partners joining them and 2 Somnio Directors... Thats 19 people on this trip!!!

That's an amazing feat for us.. considering the April Group Tour had 9 people... Including us.. So, the word is spreading like fire that our TOURS are obviously exceptional!

Group Travel is a popular choice for:

1. First time travelers
2. Men/Women traveling without their spouses or no partner
3. Men/Women that are looking for support from SOMNIO while in Thailand
4. Having our Local Knowledge whilst in Thailand
5. Comfort in knowing Hospital/surgeon appointments are arranged and taken care of
6. Group environment - means support and new friendships
7. Discounted Tours offered and arranged
8. Worry and stress taken out of the organisation

I am sure there are loads more reasons...
And I am sure our clients LOVE not having to think while they are away.. not having to cook or clean..
We ALWAYS stay in 5 star accommodation, nothing but the best for our Group Travelers!
The BanThai Beach Resort and Spa has been our preferred place to stay since we opened our doors and also home for 90% of our solo travelers.. We love the BanThai and we certainly claim it as our own amazing Discovery!

Whether there has been 1 or 50 Group travels under our belts... we guarantee that we will always place our clients first... We will also ensure their needs are well taken care of..
Group travel is not only about your procedure... its the overall experience that you will remember forever... SOMNIO STYLE

Us...

2011-07-20T13:06:00.001+10:00

Did you know that we have been friends for 15years...? Best friends?
We have been told again and again... Friends and business just don't mix..
Well.. considering the uphill battle we had at the beginning of our SOMNIO Journey to now...
Our friendship has stood the test of time ... We have certainly had some hairy moments that shook our friendship..
But what we always looked at was the end product... Where do we want to be in 5 years...
If you have the same 'Dream' and 'Drive' to get it... you will find a way to work together... its called RESPECT.
You need to be different or your business will just end up being stagnant and boring...

Like some of our competitors here and there, who end up taking ideas from other companies (like ourselves) just to stay in the loop... Do you think this makes you look competent? Or an innovator? Or perhaps riding on other companies shirt tails is HOW you wish to succeed... or fail....

Starting your own business from scratch is a hard slog...We have had to constantly think outside the box... have a point of difference.. think outside the nox!
We are not in it for the money (well a little) fame or 'freebies' - But purely for the rewards in seeing our clients smile and be happy.. AND because we believe whole-heartily in the product we are endorsing...

No bottomless bank account to dip into.. Instead in 18 months we have taken no wage.. we ensure our business is on a constant rise through pure unselfishness.. and commitment...

With an abundance of happy clients back in Oz and a successful Group Travel under our belts... we are humbled to say that all the fruits of our 24/7 efforts are starting to pay off...
Respected within the community, we now have had clients meet us and book straight away... because they see we are grounded, normal and genuine ...
Our October Group Travel has NO places left (that's now 16 people traveling with us!).. Which is an amazing achievement for 2 Mum's making a go of something they believe in... and speaks volumes of how we run our business.
We have even joined forces with an AMAZING airline... And are floored, that they are just as happy to be associated with us...
I do believe we are the underdog... BUT... we are on a continual rise..watch out TEAM SOMNIO is gaining... FAST!

The Naked Truth Seminar

2011-06-14T09:56:00.000+10:00

So, we are pretty excited to havea representative from the Phuket International Hospital join us for a Seminar in the coming weeks.

The respose thus far has been extrodinary, with half of the seats already taken. And we haven't even advertised it as yet..
That's happening in 2 weeks... IF we still have seats left!!
Mr Peter Davison, aka Manger of International Services for Phuket International Hospital is coming to speak to our clients and potential clients about Medical Tourism in Phuket... The Hospital, facilities, cleanliness, Doctors, Accreditation... and MORE!!
We also have a representative from Surgiplas to come and speak about the importance of post-operative garments...

And of course ourselves..We have some of our past clients also attending to speak to those who might have some questions about their personal journeys... Going to be a BIG Night!! Hope to see you there!
INVITE ONLY - So if your interested... send an email on info@somniomedical.com OR call 1300 744 725

NEW AFFILIATIONS... SIMH IS FOREVER GROWING

2011-05-17T14:32:00.000+10:00

SOMNIO and Phuket International Aesthetics Centre

SOMNIO is proud and very excited to have such a wonderful and established Medical Tourism focused Private Hospital on Board. Our clients needs are most important to us..

So, with Phuket International Hospital employing international staff to take care of our clients whilst offering a complete range of services to ensure that your visit to Phuket International hospital is as smooth and as pleasant as possible, with no language barriers, seamless booking systems and detailed treatment plans, the right Accreditation's, Internationally trained and board certified surgeons we knew we had found exactly what we required for our clients...

All the information regarding Phuket International Hospital including the Doctors and Facilities will be on our website in the coming weeks..... so keep checking - www.somniomedical.com

PHUKET INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

Founded in 1982, Phuket International Hospital was the first private hospital to open in the area. Phuket International Hospital has not only expanded the range of services provided, but also the size of the hospital which is in excess of 150 beds, treating hundreds of thousands of patients each year, including the first hospital in Phuket to treat medical tourists and promoting medical tourism.

PHUKET INTERNATIONAL DENTAL, SKIN & LASIK CENTRES

Phuket International Dental Centre is one of the oldest and most reliable dental practices in Phuket, offering all dental specialties in one clinic.

They successfully combine the latest innovation in dental technology with a highly educated, professional team of 15 dentists, each qualified in their own specialty, to offer you the most innovative and creative treatments available.

The Phuket International Eye & LASIK Center offers both LASIK eye surgery for corrective vision treatment, as well as diagnosis and treatment of a variety of ophthalmology conditions, with both medical and surgical options.

The Phuket International Skin and Laser Center offers a comprehensive range of the latest procedures, performed to the highest standards by experienced professionals. Our state-of-the-art dermatological equipment and apparatus conforms to the leading world standard in laser technology.

THE FINALE - Stage 5 - My new Smile

2011-05-16T09:59:00.001+10:00

9 Days have gone by, 4 Visits to the Dentist, 16 needles, 8 hours in the dental Chair... I have made it.. today is the day I finally get to see my new smile.
Off with the temporary Veneers (thank goodness) and on with my custom made Empress Style Veneers... Yippee!
OK... more needles, and because I am such a baby, I got additional ones in the roof of my mouth, so I literally couldn't feel a thing...
It took about 2 hours for them to do.
They took the temporary ones off, gave my teeth another clean then the artist was at work within Dr Tan.
It took forever, but the attention to detail blew my mind. She didn't just whack them on. It truly was a work of art.. filing a little, fitting, filing, fitting.. very intricate work.
So, 2 hours later I was done.

I cannot tell you how happy I am with my new smile. It is truly something that has irked me since I was in my teens. And now I am elated to have a wonderful new smile... Check out my before and afters...
For years my friends have asked me to smile in photos... now try and stop me!

VENEER PREP...

2011-04-27T08:47:00.000+10:00

WOW... I seriously thought the deep clean would have been the worst of it.... Well wasn't I in for a rude shock... I must say nothing hurt.. Its just the process... This one was 2 hours!!
Veneers are not just having a dentist stick some nice shiny white teeth on you. They need to prepare your teeth so diligently that it is like a work of art... Precise, accurate, patience are 3 words that come to mind when they were prepping my teeth. Dr Tan was so gentle and was always asking if I was OK.
After sitting in the chair, I was given another 4 needles... (and a nice warm blanket).
The filing of the teeth is NOT medieval.. not done with a big nail file but with a machine.. It was done pretty quickly considering I have 8 teeth to be filed.
I did not hurt... just strained my muscles in my mouth because I had to keep it open for so long.
A mould of my teeth was done at the beginning... Yes, I did gag... I hate those things.. But I only had to keep this one in for 1 minute. It was the one at the end that I had to keep in for 5 minutes... Gag, gag, gag... talk about making them freak out... I had four specialists in the room trying to find a bucket..
BUT, you will be happy to know I controlled myself.. all good...
They have placed temporary veneers on me for a week. I have to go back next Tuesday for the real ones... Thank goodness. I do feel the word 'temporary' means these ones are just going to pop off.. but she has assured me they will not. They have given me instructions on how to look after them so they won't.. Bit like the flossing... I had better do.
I will be getting my lower teeth Whitened today so they can match the colour of the Veneers to the whitest my teeth can go..
x

THE DEEP CLEAN... Stage 2

2011-04-26T18:05:00.000+10:00

So, once again I head off to Dr Tan and the Bangkok Smile Group.... All day I have been GRUMPY and nervous.... Not a pleasent day, worrying about needles and dentists... I have had a deep clean before... so I knew what to expect..

On entering the room I was once again greeted with open arms... then reprimanded like a child. But I guess they have already told me what I must do to look after my teeth.. And I didn't do it, so reprimand away....
After further examination she tells me the top is very good (much better than last trip) but the bottom 'Not Good'... 7 needles this time. BONUS, it was 8 last time! Once the needles are done its all pretty standard. You can not feel a thing... Its just the noise and the scraping thats not to pleasent. 45 minutes later... ALL Done.. I feels weird, clean teeth... I have since flossed twice... which is a 100% improvement.
I am back there later today for my preperation of the veneers... So say goodbye to the teeth you see in this pic (with SOMNIO direct (2) Yvonne)...
They will file my teeth down this evening and place tempory veneers on...
God please don't let me look like a horse....!!
xx

DENTAL CONSULT... Stage 1

2011-04-23T19:50:00.000+10:00

OK.. So I would be lying if I said I was not a bit scared walking to the dentist last night...
Coming off the back of a 24 flight mission and spending majority of the day ensuring all our clients were relaxed and happy after their consults and settled into their rooms (which they were) .. So with OPG X-ray under my arm I toddled off for my own consult to our Dental Clinic in Patong, Phuket...
I have disliked my teeth for a very long time. I remember asking my denist in Melbourne when I was about 16 for braces... But, was told that I was just going through the ugly duckling stage...mmmmm... never did grow out of the ugly duckling stage...
My aim was to ask about maybe a couple of fillings (which I was certain I needed) and the possiblity of having some veneers placed on my own ratty teeth... Something I have been wanting to do for a VERY long time. STRAIGHT TEETH!!!
My specialist was fantastic and greeted me with open arms... She was very thorough in her examination and was very happy to let me know that no fillings were required (pretty good for a 38 year old to have NO fillings) .They could definately place some veneers on... 6 or 8... AND that this could all be done in the next 8 days!!
OMG... book it in!!
So consult done...
Stage 2: Deep Clean... (yuk)... has to be done. They will need to give me a couple of jabs to numb the gums and then will give me a very thorough clean.. This process takes about an hour to an hour and a half.
I was asked nicely if I flossed... embarrassing - ummmm... no?
So, I have started today... Everyone must floss. The food cannot get out from within our gaps... I now know anyway... and this is the reason I once again need a deep clean.. :(
Stage 2 will be executed tomorrow night... Stayed tuned.... I have had this done before... after the needles the rest is a breeze..
PS: Sorry about the photo... The lovely assistance assisted... a tab blurry - will work on their photography skills as we move forward (my hair is seriously not that boofy). x

GROUP TRAVEL

2011-04-21T04:27:00.000+10:00

April Group National Tour Departs Today!

Are you hesitant about travelling overseas for cosmetic surgery because you don't know which hospital is safe? And you don't want to recover alone?
We offer Group Travel Packages catering for those who wish to join a group of women and men who will experience the same life changing event as you.

Escorted personally by both Virginia & Yvonne, we will arrange your travel, accommodation, set daily itinerary of activities/tours (optional), hospital consultations, pickups and drop-ofts to ensure you have a comfortable and inviting stay in the "Land of Smiles" as you and your new found friends recover in privacy.

Follow us on Facebook to see the journey of a lifetime for our amazing clients over the next 16 days!With a mixture of Cosmetic and Dental procedures... we have it all covered!
Staying at the amazing Banthai Beach Resort & Spa.

Virginia & Yvonne x

Returning Home..

2011-04-11T06:48:00.000+10:00

Post-Surgery?

Ensure you follow the pre and post procedure guidelines that have been set by the hospital Specialists/Surgeons. Do not engage in strenuous activities that might compromise the healing process. Our Hospitals will undertake additional follow-up surgery to address and rectify any problems at NO Cost to the patient.
This will be judged on a case-by-case basis; and at the discretion of the Hospital.

Medical tourism insurance products are an emerging part of the health tourism industry.

SIMH has a US Company on board for your post-elective surgery Insurance, covering you for up to 60days POST Surgery once you return home.
Seven Corners- Bordercross Worldwide Medical Tourism Insurance can be found on our Webpage. You can discuss your post-surgery policy directly with Bordercross.

Other postcare appointments can be made with our partners here on the Gold Coast.

Ella Boffa Cosmetic Tattoo, worried about post-surgery scars, Ella can all but erase these with the art of camouflage tattooing!

Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat – Learn to treat your body well not make bad choices anymore after your procedure. Or use the Retreat for a little extra R’n’R.

Cosmedispa – Visit Gaynor a registered nurse for more than 20 years for non-invasive follow-up appointments (Botox/Fillers)

SAVINGS...

2011-04-08T06:07:00.000+10:00

Compare...

Obviously its the savings and the lure of a holiday make Australians' source Dental, Cosmetic and LASIK services overseas, with compromising the Quality or Care...But what are the saving???

*Prices may vary from dependant on location in Australia and Thailand

*To be used as a guide only

* Prices base on 1.00AUD=.30THB

Doctors...

2011-04-06T05:01:00.000+10:00

How competent are the Surgeons and Specialists?

The Surgeons who perform Cosmetic Surgery procedures are qualified, Accredited Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
They are required to complete a further 5 years of specialist training before being admitted to the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons (TSPRS).
This is recognised by the International Society of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS) and is a pre-requisite standard for members from USA, Britain, New Zealand, Canada and other Western Countries.

Cosmetic surgery is performed on an individual to reshape the normal features of the body in order to attain the desired look and appearance.

Reconstructive surgery is performed to correct abnormalities on the body which may be caused by trauma, infection, disease, congenital defects and abnormal developments of the body. It is also performed to improve the function and appearance.

Thai Doctors are Internationally Trained around the world; USA, North America, Australia, UK... They all speak fluent English.. And they pride themselves on the 'Thai' Hospitalility which is second to none!

The Hospitals...

2011-04-04T07:40:00.000+10:00

Are they Safe/Hygenic/State-of-the-Art?

All our Hospitals are accomplished International Accredited hospitals, with Resort style modern facilities and State-of the-Art equipment.
Most of our hospitals would rival any of the finest hospitals anywhere in the world with some rooms grades offering a complementary massage!
Bangkok Hospital Group is the kingdoms largest hospital operator with a number of locations throughout Thailand.
Each facility offers specialised medical treatments, including Cosmetic Dental and LASIK.
Staffed with multidisciplinary teams of highly trained specialists and the worlds renowned hospitality and graciousness of the Thai people.

Their paramount objective is ensuring the complete satisfaction of their patients.
It is their commitment to:
- Provide high-quality medical services, complying with international standards.

- Uphold the values and ethics of medicine and its treatment.

- Utilise advanced equipment and technology and to provide well-trained medical experts.

- Constantly improve the quality of life and care of our patients, worldwide.

With technology changing constantly - The Hospitals need to keep ahead of the pack - which is why you will always see NEW and improved Treatments and Procedures...

THe Hygene of the Hospitals is 2nd to none... You will be blown away by the level of care.

The Beginning

2011-04-03T08:25:00.001+10:00

Medical Tourism.... What is it?

Medical Tourism is the process of Travelling Abroad to receive superior, Medical, Dental or Cosmetic Care by highly skilled surgeons at some of the most modern and state-of-the-art medical facilities in the world.

Medical Tourism is not a new concept – it has been practised for decades. Thanks to Medical Tourism Agents, more affordable international travel, and major advances in medical science, medical tourism is becoming less of a novelty and more of a global trend.

As the prices to receiving good healthcare in Australia soar, the insurance coverage becomes poor and the waitlists longer, some people are inclined to explore other avenues. If the same quality of healthcare is available within reach ...

Then why not go for it? Hence, Medical Tourism is born.

With Thailand one of the countries at the Forefront of this Global Trend.... Is there any reason why you wouldn't head there?