Helping Bangladeshi Patients with International Treatment

Shohoj (meaning “Simple” in Bengali) is a healthcare facilitation company with 12+ years of experience helping Bangladeshi patients access world-class treatment in India, Thailand, and China. Unlike general medical travel agencies, Shohoj works exclusively with carefully vetted private hospitals and specializes in complex cases (cancer, cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, fertility). We don’t just book flights and hotels — we coordinate with hospitals directly, assign a dedicated local contact person at your hospital, manage your entire treatment journey, and stay available 24/7 for any issues. Our focus is on reducing your total cost of care (treatment + accommodation + time away) through speed and smart planning, not just the treatment cost itself.

The answer is speed, cost optimization, and peace of mind. Contacting a hospital directly means: (1) weeks of email back-and-forth to get visa invitations, (2) navigating apartment bookings in an unfamiliar market, (3) scheduling appointments without a medical advocate, and (4) being on your own if problems arise. Shohoj does all of this in 1–2 weeks, not 4–6 weeks. We also negotiate bulk discounts on treatment that individual patients can’t access — so you often pay less through us than contacting the hospital alone. Plus, we assign a dedicated local contact person at your hospital who ensures things run smoothly and you never get lost in hospital bureaucracy.

Shohoj charges zero coordination fees. The treatment cost is identical whether you contact the hospital yourself or go through Shohoj — there are no markups, no hidden charges, and no additional costs to you. What you pay is what you’d pay contacting the hospital directly. The value we add — speed, logistics, local support, and often negotiated discounts — is included at no extra cost. In fact, because Shohoj coordinates with hospitals in bulk, we often negotiate discounts on treatment packages that you wouldn’t get as an individual, and we pass those savings directly to you.

We work exclusively with carefully selected private hospitals — not all available hospitals. Our partners (Max Healthcare, Fortis, KIMS, HCG, Medpark, Fosun, Modern Cancer Hospital, and others) meet strict criteria: experienced specialist surgeons, modern infrastructure, strong visa-processing support, and proven patient outcomes. This curated approach means we can negotiate better rates on your behalf, maintain strong relationships for fast coordination, and take responsibility for your experience. If something goes wrong, we own it. That selective model is why Shohoj patients typically get faster turnaround, better logistics, and often better pricing than if they contacted hospitals at random.

It depends on your medical condition, budget, and priorities. India offers the best value and highest volume of expertise for most treatments (cancer, cardiac, orthopedics, IVF) — most Bangladeshi patients choose India. Thailand is ideal if you prioritize hospital comfort and luxury, though costs are higher. China has specific strengths in certain cancers and offers integrated modern + traditional Chinese medicine. Once you send us your medical reports, our partner doctors will recommend the best country and hospital for your specific case — you get an expert assessment, not a sales pitch.

From initial contact to starting treatment typically takes 3–4 weeks. Week 1: You send medical reports, our partner doctor reviews and provides assessment + cost estimate. Week 2–3: We arrange visa invitation, coordinate appointments, book accommodation. Week 4: You travel and begin treatment. This is 3–4x faster than trying to arrange everything yourself (which often takes 8–12 weeks due to visa delays and hospital coordination friction). For urgent cases, we’ve coordinated treatment starts in 2 weeks. The speed matters — faster treatment = shorter time away = lower total accommodation and attendant costs.

Absolutely — that’s our job. Send us your medical reports (pathology, imaging, existing diagnoses), and our partner specialists will review your case and recommend the right hospital, specialist, and treatment plan. You get a professional assessment of your options, costs, and timelines — all before you commit to anything. This consultation is free, with zero obligation. Many patients use us as a second-opinion service alone; others move forward with treatment. Either way, you’re making an informed decision with expert guidance.

Completely. All your medical records, consultation notes, and personal information are treated with strict confidentiality in accordance with international healthcare privacy standards. Information is shared only between your overseas hospital and local doctors (if needed for follow-up) with your explicit consent. You’ll receive copies of all your medical records for your own files.

Perfect — that’s a common starting point. Send your medical reports to us, and we’ll have a partner specialist review your case and provide a detailed assessment (diagnosis confirmation, treatment options, costs, risks, outcomes). You can take that second opinion to your local doctor, explore options, or decide to move forward with treatment — all at zero cost to you. No pressure, no obligation.

Simple: Send us your medical reports (pathology report, imaging — CT/MRI/X-ray, any specialist letters or diagnoses). You can email them to contact@shohoj.com or message us on WhatsApp at +8801755604040. Within 24–48 hours, a specialist will review your case and contact you with: preliminary assessment, treatment options, hospital recommendations, estimated costs, and next steps. From there, we’ll guide you through every stage — visa, travel, treatment, follow-up. You’re never on your own.

Complex cases are exactly what we specialize in. Send all your medical records — the more detail, the better. Our partner doctors are experienced in managing overlapping conditions (e.g., cancer + kidney disease, cardiac + diabetes), and we coordinate across multiple specialists if needed. These cases actually benefit most from Shohoj’s coordinated approach because hospital coordination gets complicated, and having us as your single point of contact saves time and reduces errors.

We strongly recommend bringing a caregiver (family member or close friend) for emotional support and to help manage medications and hospital communication, especially for surgery or intensive treatment. However, some patients travel alone for shorter procedures or consultations. We’ll advise based on your specific treatment. Either way, we help arrange visas and accommodation for whoever travels with you.