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Clare Hopkirk.

We can’t thank Harry at Medical Repatriations enough for everything he did to help bring our daughter home after she suffered a major stroke in Faro, Portugal.

Harry arranged her bed-to-bed transfer from Faro to Glasgow and made a really difficult and worrying time for our family that little bit easier. He was so helpful and reassuring throughout the whole process.

Bringing her home was so important to us, and we will always be grateful to Harry for helping make that happen.

Thank you, Harry, for everything you did for our family. We honestly can’t thank you enough. ❤️

Carrie-Ann McKenzie

Medical Repatriations deserve 100% praise for everything they done for my Son and me. The entire process was so full of reassurance and engagement every step of the way they were knowledgeable so calm and completely hassle free. We appreciate you all so much thank you. My son is back in the UK thanks to your expertise

Andrew Hill.

Our daughter was in New Zealand on a working visa. She developed chronic fatigue symptoms and was bedbound. Despite having premier cover, the insurance company seemed incapable of understanding the complexities of her condition and repatriating her with any urgency.
After 6 weeks we finally lost patience and asked Harry at Medical Repatriations to bring her home.
From the very first phone call Harry filled us with confidence that this could be done safely despite the war in the Middle East causing substantial logistical difficulties.
Harry sorted everything including talking to her doctors and nurses in New Zealand in detail to understand her requirements and created a bespoke repatriation package for her, including arranging her admission to our local hospital on her return.
We cannot thank Harry enough for all his hard work and the excellent care he and Rachel showed our daughter throughout her long journey home.
All we can say is that Harry will get your loved ones home safely, he certainly did for us.

Rebecca Boulton

We had a very difficult situation with a colleagues wife who was very ill in Tenerife, Harry at Medical Repatriations was amazing!
He talked us through the entire process from bed to bed delivery and worked with the team in Tenerife to assess all the most up to date medical reports. It was extremely efficient and also the nurse and doctor who dealt directly with this were fantastic and very knowledgeable, and had a very caring attitude to the patient. What was a very stressful situation was taken care of entirely by the team at medical repatriations and I couldn't recommend them highly enough

Amanda Tait

We had a telephone call that everyone dreads when you have family far from home. John had a crash and was hospitalised needing surgery in Thailand and we were so helpless and far away.

We contacted several companies but Medical Repatriations went above and beyond to help, especially Harry and Rachel who put our minds at ease by being so positive and reassuring. 

So we got my brother home for Christmas and he is now safely in our local hospital.

Thank you to Medical Repatriations and all concerned, you are wonderful and don't ever change.

From all the Tait family

Robert Brooks

Harry and his team did an excellent job recently repatriating my mum and dad from Tenerife due to my dad’s hospital stay. The bed-to-bed service went smoothly, with compassion and great communication. Would highly recommend if anyone is in the unfortunate situation of needing repatriation services.

Demi Harrison

After enduring a week from hell in turkey and a freak accident that left our mom uninsured in the ICU and needing to get home . Harry and the team messaged us and supplied us with a quote far better than any we had found ourselves .
From the start I’ve been in close contact fully up to date with what’s happening what’s been booked and even now on their journey home getting updates on where they are . They sort everything from the collection to the administration into hospital in the uk .Even giving us advice Where everyone else had abandoned us including the embassy and travel company. This wasn’t an easy extraction with difficulties with the hospital over there . But the team didn’t shy away ! The team with our mom at the minute have been amazing . She’s happy comfortable and traveling with so much ease . To all the team we can’t thank you enough !! Hopefully will never need you again ! But if I do . I know who I’ll be contacting without hesitation

Tom Harrison

Thank you so much for getting mum home safe and thank you so much for making mum and dad feel safe and going above and beyond it means the world to us all.


Laura Lynch

On behalf of our whole family, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Harry for everything he did in getting my nephew safely home from Ibiza. What was one of the most stressful and frightening times of our lives was made so much easier by his professionalism, calm approach, and the way he managed every stage of the repatriation.
From beginning to end, the process was smooth and organised, and he took on the heavy responsibility of liaising with all those involved so that we didn’t have to, he gave us reassurance and support that we will never forget.
We could not recommend medical repatriations and their service highly enough. We will never be able to truly thank Harry and the medical staff enough for what they did for our family, but please know how deeply grateful we are.

Sarah Dobson

We had excellent personal service from Harry who kept in contact throughout the process of transferring a seriously ill 92 year old lady from Germany to the UK. Everything was organised perfectly with her welfare as a priority. We would not hesitate to recommend this service.

Jodie Whiteley

You have been amazing from start to finish and you and your team offer a service to be very proud of. We trusted you and never once doubted that you wouldn’t be able to pull through x

Karen Hudson

Harry has been amazing keeping in constant contact with me throughout our ordeal with my step son who fell off a balcony abroad, once we were able to arrange repatriation Harry dealt with the ambulance transfer to the U.K. hospital he went above and beyond trying to find the best solution in regards to admittance into hospital, his crew were amazing with my step son throughout his journey to the hospital. I would 100% recommend this repatriation company to anyone who needs it.

Monica Muckle

Harry was absolutely amazing from the first time I contacted him up until the time my son was repatriated from Cyprus to the UK. Over the 6 weeks there he was the only person who ever got back to me. He answered all my questions and went out of his way to help me get my son home. I would recommend Medical Repatriation to anyone who needs this service. I can not thank Harry and his team enough for everything they did for us. Absolutely outstanding!!!

Sarah Tyler

Thank you so much. 

Also I can not express how grateful we are for all your help. 

From the moment I contacted you, your professionalism and help were unbeatable.

Without your help we would still be there not knowing what to do. 

Thank you again ,


Sarah.

Alistair Bennett

We recently used Medical Repatriations to transport of very close friend of mine from Crete to Manchester. My friend is seriously ill.
Harry, who has become famous amongst our friends, family, ambulance crew and all involved with the transportation of my dear friend, was superb. He was in constant communication and went above and beyond to help throughout the whole process.
Excellent service and much cheaper than other companies.
Thank you Harry

Lisa Hulse

Thank you so much Harry for everything you and your team have done, honestly you’ve been my saviour in all of this horrible mess.  

It’s been an absolute pleasure dealing with you Harry, I have no words to express our utmost gratitude and thanks for everything your team, especially you have done.  I know I will be forever inspired by your humanity dealing with an incredibly challenging time for our family.

Tom Homan

I can’t speak highly enough of the team at Medical Repatriations and would like to thank them for such a great service. From start to finish, they were professional, compassionate, and incredibly efficient, providing a safe and speedy solution to a stressful situation for myself and family.

Harry and Rob were absolutely outstanding throughout the entire process of privately arranging a medical repatriation from Tenerife after our insurance company let us down. Harry was my primary point of contact and made sure everything was coordinated smoothly. He made himself available to answer questions, offer support, and provide regular updates, even while on holiday himself. This was hugely appreciated and made a stressful situation so much more manageable. His communication was clear and reassuring, and I could tell he genuinely cared about my family’s well-being.

Rob, the medical professional who accompanied us, was exceptional as well. He was highly skilled, a great character and a massive reassurance to have with us on our trip home. He was also a huge help in liaising with the Spanish doctors and navigating the day of travel in general.

Overall, Medical Repatriations made a really challenging situation much easier and our family are deeply grateful for their help. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone unfortunate enough to be in need of medical repatriation services.

Destiny Jordan

Thank you so much for the update and for all the hard work and help you have given into getting her home safely to us. 

It will be remembered and appreciated by us all. 

She can now continue her recovery journey surrounded by her loved ones with all thanks to you. 

And she was brought home in time for my 21st birthday! 

Thank you so very much. 

Clare Moyse

Please see below our review of the fantastic service that you offered.

 I would like to say a massive thank you to Harald for his compassion and care when my son had an accident in Tenerife.

 From the moment i contacted Harald i felt in safe hands. From gathering all of the necessary information needed to get my son home to staying in constant contact making sure that we were all ok shows me that you are dealing with a real person.

 The trip home couldnt have been smoother from the transport from the hospital to the airport, the plane journey home and the handover in the UK.

 The attention to detail from meeting my son in hospital and making sure that he had medication and all of the paperwork was in order to making sure that he was comfortable on the flight and staying awake for hours to make sure everything went as smooth as possible.

 I would recommend Harald to anyone that needs help getting home in an emergency, even a message a few weeks after the repatriation asking how everything was meant a great deal to me.

 

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Aliesha

We cant thank Harry and his team enough for reaching out to us when we were going through a families worst nightmare with a loved one being poorly in a foreign hospital in Tenerife. 

They sorted everything out to get her home and still checking to see how she is doing.

We would just like to say a big thank you for all your help.

We can highly recommend Medical Repatriations.

Mr Bob Taylor

Alison ( Ali ) & Bob


Harry literally saved my partners life.

I am a ordinary bloke catapulted into a situation of desperation,

trying to get Ali home to the UK.

After the Spanish Doctors decided no more could be done.

They told me I should contact the British Consulate,

who had a long list of companies to choose from.

Never been in this position before who do you choose.

Luckily for me Harry's company was sort listed by me & my family.

Time was critically important & Harry could get Ali home Fast & Safely,

at a very very competitive price.

After much thought we decided to go with Harry.

We are trusting a complete stranger with thousands of pounds,

the most we have ever spent.

Harry started the arrangements which would go like clockwork.

But now it was down to me to get the money in place.

I am not a internet banker, old fashioned, branches, saving accounts etc.

More than enough money to cover the sums, 

but how to get it transferred to Harry it was Saturday.

After two days of trying everything I could think of,

the banks security would not let me access my own money.

There had the house phone number not my mobile,

and I did not have the bank code number.

Please be aware of this & don't end up panicking like me.

I had to ask Harry to trust me a complete stranger to get Ali home,

I would pay him as soon as I get to a bank.

Harry amazingly agreed to get Ali home, & let me pay back in the UK.

Harry is Fantastic, a lovely guy, I cannot praise Harry & he's company enough.

He gave Ali five weeks of family & friends around her.

Thank you, Thank you Harry.

A very grateful Bob.   

Samantha Walmart.

Thanks so much for getting my Mum home. We were stuck in a rural hospital in France while the insurance company dithered & we knew we had to travel quickly to ensure continuity of care and to travel when Mum was stable. Harry arranged everything quickly and was flexible with our plans. The team at each stage where professional and reassuring and Mum was comfortable the whole time. The process of signing the contract etc was smooth and there was no pressure to commit to everything at once, unlike other companies we spoke to. We received texts and updates as the plane and ambulances travelled, which was reassuring too. I highly recommend Medical Repatriations.

Bruno

"I've just spoken to dad and Jonathan. Dad's had a very good journey and  I'm waiting for them at the hospital ambulance drop off (although likely 30 -40 mins before they arrive. I just wanted to say on behalf of the family how grateful we are for your responsive, professional and highly efficient service. Thank you so much for helping get our father home. You have been wonderful, Warmest Regards."

Jonathon Rush

"Thank you so much Harry. I would ring you now to thank you but I'd burst into tears. Great job. (And yes it was a bit terrifying in tin can with jet engines attached, but your staff were brilliant ) We can never repay you."

Russell Baker, Hastings

If you’re reading this then you're in the right place and need look no further. I can highly recommend Medical Repatriations based on our recent experience. 

We were unfortunately hospitalised in Antigua due to an unexpected health issue and required safe passage back to the UK. I looked for repatriation services online and found this company recommended on the UK Government website. 

I contacted Medical Repatriation and spoke to Harry who was immediately helpful and responsive to all the questions I had. I also contacted another company whose business name very closely resembles this one to the point where I was confused as to which company I was actually dealing with. Harry’s polite unpressurised  conduct set him apart from the other company and so we began to proceed with the repatriation arrangements. 

I wrote a list of how I would have ideally liked this to move forward and when I asked Harry how the process would work the response followed my expectations to the letter. It was very slick and professionally managed in every detail. From the initial meeting on the ward where the medical pre flight checks were carried out we then had an arranged transfer from the hospital to the airport. Harry ensured our comfort in the airport lounge and by embarking the flight once through security. He sat with us throughout the long haul flight ensuring any medical requirements were met and checked vital stats regularly.

On arrival and once through baggage collection and passport control which Harry personally ensured, he then handed us over to the ambulance crew. They then took us to our destination Hospital where the bed on the emergency ward awaited. Once my friend had been handed over to the medical team at the hospital the ambulance crew then took me home with all of our luggage where I was able to collect my car and then drive back to the hospital. They definitely went the extra mile. We had been placed in an unfortunate and stressful situation in a country we were not accustomed to. 

Medical Repatriation took all of the stress out of the situation and provided excellent service throughout. I thought the costing was competitive and fair and even adjusted due to the seating on the flight not being as originally discussed due to availability when finally booked. It was a pleasure and a very good decision we made to work with Harry and the team at Medical Repatriation."

Michelle and Tony Caine

"Myself and my partner Tony do not have the words to express our gratitude to Harry and his fantastic team. Whilst arranging medical transportation isn’t a normal occurrence we wouldn’t have wanted to do it with anyone else.

Unfortunately our 13 year old son suffered a cardiac arrest while on holiday in Majorca. We had to wait a few weeks before he was stable enough to transport but Harry was busy putting plans into action from the moment Tony first had contact. Nothing was ever too much bother and Harry was in constant contact with updates and checking in to see how Jack was. This has also continued since getting Jack back to the UK.

The support and compassion you receive really does help take stress out of a very stressful situation. Really can’t recommend Harry & his medical repatriation team strongly enough.

Thank you so much for getting our son home safely "

Sally, Kendal Cumbria

"I was taken seriously ill whilst on holiday in Tenerife. My husband had to return alone as I was not allowed to travel with him. I was informed that I had to have "medical assistance" for my return home.

 Harry was contacted, and I could not have had a better medical person to bring me home. He did all the necessary tests prior to our departure. He made me feel very "safe". My husband returned home, and I was left completely alone in hospital, and this for an elderly lady is very stressful. When Harry arrived, I was immediately put at ease. He told me not to worry about anything, he would take care of it all, and he did. He comforted me from first meeting him.

Another point, and there is no reason for him to do this, but he e-mails on occasions to enquire how I am keeping. He also assisted me when completing my insurance claim. I would never hesitate to contact Harry again, if needed, and I would fully recommend his services to everyone."

Nikolai Press, Operations Specialist, The Collinson Group

"Harald is an outstanding nurse escort with a vast experience in Medical Repatriations. He consistently provides our clients with excellent medical assistance and customer service. Working with Harald is an absolute pleasure. He is reliable, flexible, able to think laterally and has a great sense of humour. I always look forward to working with Harald because I can rest assured that our clients are in good hands."

Carol Jepson

"Medical Repatriations was used to safely transfer my husband from Zakynthos to London following a motorcycle accident in which he sustained multiple fractures (ribs & scapula) and a previous pneumothorax.

Harry was extremely efficient and returned any calls/texts immediately and kept in touch constantly.  He made the arrangements seamlessly and all I had to do was send passport details, making my life so much easier and being able to concentrate on caring for my husband.  It took a lot of stress away.

We opted for business class flights rather than air ambulance and Harry flew out the previous day in order to be able to accompany us on the flight along with a portable oxygen concentrator (POC), which was required due to the lung injury.

All in all, my husband and I were very satisfied with this company and would highly recommend to others.

Keep up the good work!" 


Geoff, Gwen and my lovely poorly brother Peter

"What can I say,

Harry and his team are the real heroes of this story.

From the first phone call I made,  it felt like I was talking to a long lost friend.  The comfort, and empathy we received from Harry.  Within a few hours we had the best quote.  Also dates for bringing my extremely sick brother back to the UK from Tenerife.

Harry kept in touch constantly and was always there to answer all of my questions.

We were given the flight number and take off time to enable us to track the aircraft.

Never ever did I feel I was an inconvenience.

I would highly recommend Medical Repatriations, if you're unfortunately in a situation where you need an air ambulance help.

Harry, you're a star.

Thank you for being there for us all

Thank you doesn't seem enough." 


Paula Boyle, Mandie Boyle & Sharron Boyle

"I want to say a massive thank you to Harald for excellent service and great communication. Thank you Harald for getting our babies back home. Thanks Harald , this means so much to us all. You've been amazing . Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and I can't wait to see my gorgeous nephew again."

Rachel Morris MBE

"I cannot thank Harry and the medical team and flight crew enough for the incredible hard work you've done in bringing a very ill friend home. Harry, you have been so professional, understanding and efficient in pulling off this transfer. I can never thank you enough."

Gill Hall

"Harald was very helpful at a time when my daughter had felt unwell during a flight to Cyprus and was very concerned about her return flight. I knew that we would be able to call on the service of medical repatriation if needed and that they would respond promptly and efficiently to get my daughter back home. I can’t begin to explain how reassuring it was to know that Harald was at the end of a phone. Thanks so much for a brilliant and caring service. "

Lisa Kidd and Mick Dow

"All I can say is Harry & Rachel are both amazing , caring & professionals. I passed their details over to a friend who had a relative in a hospital in Spain that needed to come back to the North East with Harry’s help this was done"

Alexis

"Harald at Medical Repatriations provided a wonderful service, flying my Father and his partner back to the UK after he had a serious stroke in Germany. At a stressful time when the insurance company were dragging their heels, Harald provided a quick solution, took care of everything, was always quick to respond and with his knowledge and competence, filled me with confidence from our first conversation. I can’t thank him enough"

Sue and Chris Dalby

"Harry and the team took the stress out of what was a horrendous situation, I cannot thank him enough. Extremely professional and empathetic to all of our needs, couldn’t have asked for more. His continued support is very much appreciated. Thanks again,"

Carolyn Hunter

"Harry and Rachel for me were real life angels. They came a few years ago to Tenerife to pick my poorly dad up, the relief I felt was overwhelming, so so lovely, very professional and efficient, I couldn’t have done it without them. Fast forward to now, my boss's partner was admitted to hospital in Lanzarote without insurance, I kept Harry and Rachel’s details on my phone, thank goodness for them I did, I made a call to Rachel, to my surprise she remembered me. I explained what had happened, she was only too happy to help. Harry flew out and bought him back yesterday, once again life savers, amazing work. Highly recommended this dynamic duo, Much love"

Doug and Liz

"On behalf of Liz and myself, I am writing to express our most sincere thanks for all your help, support, care and assistance throughout the homeward journey from Lanzarote. Liz is still apologising for the anxious moments we had in Madrid !!! .    Liz is still in hospital but is making progress every day. Thanks again for all your assistance, we could not have done it without you." x

Maureen and Archie

"Dear Harry,    Just to let you know Archie is fine and waiting for his bypass surgery. Thank you so much for    getting us both home, you were professional to the end. All the best"

Lesley and Alan Lincoln

"Thank you for looking after us both so well on our journey home    Best wishes,"

Christine and Con Mahoney

"I think of you both always with a heart in my mouth but most of all with thanks xx We are good 5 years on! Wow, let’s be honest 5 days,5 months would have been a blessing x I can never express my thanks to you both, you are angels who walk this earth x Regards,"

Paul Dunwell

Last week Harry at Medical Repatriations provided a simply superb service to retrieve a patient (Hardi) with severe liver failure, at our behest, from Turkey.

We first found the business on Tuesday 13th Feb 2024 and yet by Friday 16th 2024 the patient was swiftly and safely moved via air ambulance to be admitted to the Royal Free.

Medical Repatriations price-matched the other two companies we approached, both of which were also on the British Consular Service list. And though all three were clearly competent we felt that Harry and his team had the edge. It was also easy for us to do due diligence on them.

The seriousness of the patient's condition merited a prudent approach to the risk management. And Medical Repatriations proved to be likewise adept at ad hoc problem-resolution in respect of two unexpected obstacles, the first being the patient being in trouble with Turkish Immigration for having yet again overstayed his visa despite a previous detainment at the border and fine, and the second being the need to make alternative arrangements for patient's son because in the event the ambulance at the UK airport was already full with a patient, crew and equipment so they simply couldn't take him. Harry fixed everything.

In a nutshell this was a great service so the family are both grateful and delighted.

Paul Dunwell per pro the extended family

Mark Clayton

"After my father suffered a very severe stroke whilst on holiday in Turkey we used Medical Repatriations to get him home.

From start to finish they were absolutely fantastic. Harry kept the family at home fully updated the whole time whilst we transported dad from Didim hospital to Bodrum airport via ambulance to an awaiting special air ambulance which then brought him back to Cardiff airport and then road ambulance to our local hospital in Pembrokeshire.

The whole way he was fully supported by a doctor and paramedic who were both absolutely brilliant, and caring.

The whole family are truly grateful for the service we received from Harry and his company Medical Repatriations not to be confused with a company using a very similar name.

His company is on the government approved list for repatriation.

Even after using his company Harry has messaged enquiring after my dad’s condition which shows how caring he is too.

I can’t recommend this company enough.

Thanks Harry and your team.

Kind Regards" 


Sarah Pohlinger

"Harry at Medical Repatriations was brilliant from the start of the process to the end. When you are in a position that you need a repatriation service you are likely to be quite stressed and emotional – I know I was. Harry was very calm and gave me confidence from the very start when I contacted him. He made me aware of what would be needed, and he also contacted the hospital where my son was being treated to speak directly with them to make sure he knew what was possible from their end.. He kept me in touch with how the plan was evolving and any decisions, and information that would be needed once my son was returned to the UK. My son said that he was very organised, calm and attentive whilst escorting him back. Overall he was helpful and kind all the way through the process. I would definitely recommend their services." 


Catherine Maclennan

"In December 2022, my brother  suffered a heart attack/cardiac arrest, on leaving his gym class in Bangkok. I travelled to Bangkok from Scotland to be with him during his hospitalisation.  Although he received wonderful care in the Samitivej Hospital, it was important that he returned to his home and family in Scotland. Arranging repatriation proved extremely stressful until I discovered Medical Repatriation and Harry Walseth. 

From the moment I spoke to Harry, I instinctively knew he was a problem solver and someone I could trust. He provided reassurance at an extremely difficult time and instilled confidence that it would be possible to repatriate my brother, as a stretcher patient,  back to Scotland. All the questions I had were answered speedily; so important when dealing with an anxious client. There were many hurdles to overcome but Harry was undaunted! He provided clear information at all stages of the process and gave me the support I needed. Harry, assisted by Rachel, another wonderful nurse, accompanied my  brother back to Scotland. Harry also organised my travel. A long journey, involving two  flights, during which my brother was looked after attentively by Harry and Rachel. The bed to bed service provided is exactly that and Harry and Rachel ensured a smooth handover of medical reports and information to the receiving consultant.

Not only did Harry provide a professional service, both he and Rachel demonstrated care and compassion when looking after my brother.

I cannot thank you enough for all your help."


Stephanie Austin

"Harry and his team are the utmost professionals. From beginning to end, nothing was too much trouble. Communication was 5 star, we were kept informed at every stage. Harry, I thank you and your team from the bottom of my heart. You made an extremely traumatic and stressful experience less so."


Inge Sabberton

"Medical Repatriations have been outstanding !   To bring back our son Patrick from China was incredibly challenging due to issues with landing permits, Covid restrictions, Typhoons etc. In particular we want to thank Harald for being so communicative and supportive throughout the whole process. Sadly our son Patrick died on the 9th of February and he is buried in his hometown, however Harald's efforts made it possible for Patrick to spend the last 6 months of his life surrounded by his family."

Andy Roast

"Harry and Rachel were very professional , friendly and unflappable when repatriating me and my dislocated hip from Portugal to Manchester. Great service and would use them again 100% ( although dont want to have to )."


Maureen Redmond

"Excellent , totally professional service at a very good price. Got me home safely from the Canaria Islands to Scotland when I was very ill. My husband dealt with Harry and said he was great to deal with. We wouldn't recommend anyone else."


Summer Atkinson

"An amazing professional company ran by a very caring team."

Otto Gerber

"Wonderful people to deal with . When I spoke to them they listened with empathy and were very compassionate in their dealings with me.Very reassuring during what was a very difficult time. I would recommend them 100% without hesitation."

Maria Franco

"Dear Harald, I can’t thank you enough for all your help. The 2 ambulance gentlemen were absolutely wonderful with my father and the journey was very much better than we could ever have anticipated. I will definitely be using your services in the future. My best wishes to you."

Christina Loskutova

"Dear Harald! Thanks so much for your help! Your team is amazing! They were so professional that I stopped worrying immediately, I followed their route by flight radar. They’ve landed in Birmingham. Thanks a lot for your perfect work! we owe you so much, Best regards"

Tanya

"Hi Harry We really can't thank you enough. You have given first class service throughout. The very fact that you called me back after my first phone call was a good sign as most people don't even do that! We'll let you know how Nick gets on and I hope you have a well deserved rest and never have to translate a Georgian medical report again! If anyone ever wants a reference please send them our way. Many, many thanks"


Wendy Ironmonger

"Dear, dear Harry

I assume your "job is now done" for us!

As previously mentioned, I am in my early eighties, my late husband and I ran a very successful business for 30 years, and I am still on various Committees and organise many social functions.

I, therefore feel very well equipped to say that in all that time I have NEVER come across anyone as wonderful as you and your Company !!

 This has been the worst time of my life and I don't even want to think about how we would have managed without you.  Apart from all the work you have done in getting Nick back to England you have kept us completely updated all the way through which has been very much appreciated.

 I  don't know if you have any further dealings with Coventry Hospital now, but if you don't know Nick was transferred from the Emergency Ward to the Critical Care ward during the night.   Tanya and I will be visiting him tonight when she  finishes work, but although I am desperate to see him I am preparing myself for a shock.

If I can "shout from any rooftop" or write any letters etc., telling the whole world about how great you and your Company are, please let me know.  I am happy for all the above to be shared with whoever you think fit.

I am not sure which part of the Country you live in, but if it is anywhere near enough to Stratford-on-Avon that you could visit, Tanya and I would love to meet you and treat you to a slap up meal.

Once again my most sincere thanks for everything"

Jackie, Janine & Josie

"Already dad is getting hands-on physio and he was almost able to stand yesterday. There's obviously an enormous recovery process for dad, but without your assistance and dynamic response we wouldn't have been able to get him on this rehabilitation pathway. So, I wanted to take a moment to say a sincere and heart-felt thanks to you, the fearless Serbian ambulance team, the amazing flight medics Bernard & Thomas. the welcoming flight crew, and the paramedic team who seamlessly brought dad straight off the Newcastle tarmac to a bed in Cumberland Infirmary. Thanks especially to you for the fantastic work you offer at what feels like the most helpless time in a family's life. Best wishes"


Tony McDonagh

"You never expect the worse whilst on holiday as it's never planned, but we needed medical assistance urgently for my son who was assaulted. With emotions all over the place and in some panic, the Consulate gave us Harry's (Harald Walseth) contact details. Immediately he reassured myself that he would do everything possible to help my son. Calls were answered and returned, emails replied to and always kept me up to date. His calming

influence was a massive factor in helping us get through this torrid time. The whole process happened exactly the way Harry said it would from the Ambulances arrival in Tenerife to the landing time at RAF Northolt. As you can appreciate family members in the UK were also in contact with Harry looking for answers and updates.

Nothing was too much for Harry, it probably felt like he was doubling up his effort having to relay information again and again. My son landed safely with quality care on board and super professional people around him. For me Harry's work was done but Harry didn't see it that way, he continues to reach out with sincere words and genuine concern. We as a family are truly grateful to Harry and can't thank him enough.

Best Regards"

Alex Broadbent

"Thanks Harry for this and for all your help. Dad got to Winchester hospital last night and it’s wonderful to have him home so we can start his long-term care.  The whole repatriation was seamless, apart from a small delay at Stuttgart where they were waiting for the plane to arrive, and the crew who accompanied them were excellent and took great care of both Dad and Alexis. A huge thank you to you for organising it so efficiently and being a reassuring presence throughout.  After multiple frustrating calls with the insurance company is was incredibly comforting to be dealing with someone who was pleasant, competent, always available and who acted quickly to get Dad home. Kind regards,"

Rod Douglass

"We recently had to move my aged mother (92) from Scotland to South America to be closer to her family.  My mother has very low mobility, bad eyesight and early dementia so not a journey to be taken lightly.  While researching the medical repatriation options I was recommended to Harald and his team by another of his clients.  It was not a mistake.  A truly outstanding and professional service end to end.  This move was undertaken during the UK airport/travel crisis, viz Plan A - cancelled due to train strikes, Plan B - cancelled due to COVID in the family, Plan C - cancelled by Heathrow airport and finally Plan D - accomplished with success.  And through all the cancellations Harald and his team maintained a totally professional and accommodating service. And throughout the flights and airport waiting times Harald was exceptional in both his care for my mother and his knowledge of the airline/airport procedures. Truly an exceptional organisation. Cheers"

Irene

"So grateful to you for getting us home safely. A medical emergency abroad is obviously a very distressing experience, but Medical Repatriations took so much of the stress from me.  You were professional, knowledgeable, totally reliable and pro-active in making sure my husband got to the UK as quickly and as well as possible. You also worked magic and fast-tracked the admission to hospital in the UK. I highly recommend your services. Kind regards,"

Lisa Tattershall, sister of Stuart Haskins

"Thank you so very much for the forth coming repatriation of my brother Stuart. You have been wonderful throughout all of this and it’s been comforting to know we had you there anytime of the day or night and you answered every single one of our questions. It’s been a high strain on the whole family but we can now relax a bit knowing that he will soon be home safe and sound. Thank you once again for everything. Your reviews online say it all. You are truly the best".

Dr Barbara Brockway, Cousin and family friend

"Harry.  Mission impossible achieved !!

....But only because Harald Walseth at Medical Repatriations was in charge.

Imraan needed to repatriate his mother , who after a severe stroke in 2016 , needed constant oxygen and is paralysed down her left hand side.

In October 2020 following the death of her husband, who was also her carer, she found herself stranded 6000 miles away from her family in Cape Town.

She had been left dependant on the state and forced into considering going into a nursing home where Covid restrictions would have prevented her from seeing her family . 

Her son Imraan flew over from South Africa to look after her and fly her home but it soon became apparent that the cost of this venture was beyond the reach of the family. 

Quotations from some companies were astronomical and out of the question.

And then we found Harald at Medical Repatriations.

Immediately he took charge of getting supporting letters from the GP and once this was achieved he began organising flights and medical clearance, arranging everything from the medical team, ambulances and oxygen.

Today despite all the quarantine and travel restrictions, I am incredibly pleased to be able to say that Imraan and his mother are happily at home with their family. Their journey was by no means easy and there were some unforeseen nail biting moments along the way which tested everyone involved.

However, without a doubt it was Harald at Medical Repatriations, with his expertise and commitment that made this all possible,

Thank you"

Mary Suerez, The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office

"Thank you for being so professional and so efficient.

Mr Steve Spencer

"Two of our very close friends, Bill and Dot, found themselves in difficulty in Tenerife, when Bill suffered a heart attack and fell to the floor hitting his head on a kerbstone.

He was taken to Intensive Care and has been in a coma ever since his fall on the 14th of November. 

The Insurance company declined to pay anything and Dot was left in great difficulty without funds to repatriate him. A GoFundMe page was set up and it gathered enough funds to have him flown home. 

Medical Repatriations sorted everything out from the Ambulance in Tenerife to his hospital bed in England. They were superbly professional and very compassionate and extremely helpful. 

I cannot thank them enough for getting our friends home. If you ever find yourselves in this sort of situation, please call them, they are excellent at what they do."


Gordon and Tessa Smith

"A big thank you for all your help and support in getting us home safely. You were brilliant ! You made a potentially stressful day a dream. Thank you from the both of us".

The Peters family

"Our family would like to thank Harry and his team for the seamless ,end to end support in flying my sick father back to the uk. The team dealt with the complex situation of repatriation, ground ambulances and air ambulance, liaising with the hospital at both ends to ensure discharge and admissions as efficient as possible. After 2 days of dealing with other companies, the onus was on us as a family to arrange admission and discharge, however when we made contact with Harry, he made sure my father was returned to the Uk as quickly as possible and soon got the situation resolved. The team were compassionate , understanding and ensured my father's health was at the forefront of the repatriation. Many thanks from the Peters family."

Peter Hills family

"Massive thank you to you and your team ,my sister can not praise you highly enough. Peter is making good progress now he is home and this is all thanks to you. We commend you with your 5 star service."

Karen Woolvine

"Just catching up on correspondence now we are home and would just like to thank you so much for your help and support in getting Ronnie home safely to the Uk. Thanks to your excellent organisational skills and expertise, the transfer process ran like clockwork. You took the stress out of everything, thanks again,"

George and Marilyn Walker

"Thank you for your help to get us repatriated. You gave us all a lot of confidence and made everything go so smoothly."

Judith

"I can't thank Rachel and Harry enough for taking a weight off my shoulders when trying to repatriate my friend from Malta who had suffered a severe stroke. They were just Brilliant, Regards, Judith"

Beverley Webb

"Our father suffered a nasty fall in Portugal in October 2019. He fractured his skull and sustained a significant brain injury. Harry made an extremely stressful situation manageable with his constant communication and reassurance. He was always available. He organised the bed to bed repatriation efficiently and very professionally , cannot thank him and his team enough. We would not hesitate to recommend him."

George Hall

"I had the misfortune of fracturing my spine whilst onboard a vessel in the Indian Ocean which resulted in me receiving excellent medical care  in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

When the decision was made to repatriate me to the UK it was Harald who was tasked with providing the medical care I required for the long flight home on a stretcher.

On first meeting Harald he immediately put me at ease with his personality, charm and professionalism.

He took control of all the admin required for my transfer and ensured that all stretcher movements etc , which were required to be done, were carried out properly and with the least pain to me.

He monitored my pain relief throughout the whole journey and tended my every need with humour and humility.

Being injured in a far off land is extremely stressful but you can rest assured that when Harald walks into your life you will be very well cared frond the repatriation will be stress free.

I cannot recommend Harald and Medical Repatriations highly enough.

A true professional.


Clare Day

"Well I hope no-one ever find yourselves in a similar situation to us but if you do I highly recommend Harald at Medical Repatriations.

I was provided with a list of approved services by the British Consulate and he was one of the companies listed there.

I contacted a few for quotes but he was the only one who showed empathy towards my situation and I got the feeling it wasn’t just a job and that he genuinely wanted to help people when they needed it most.

Throughout the return journey I felt completely relaxed and every time dad moved or showed discomfort Harry reacted . If I showed concern he was also quick to reassure me and I am so grateful for that.

Though we parted company at the airport Harry messaged me the next day to check how my dad was doing and how he got on at the doctors.

That to me just reconfirmed how caring he is and so I would like to say once again “ Thank you for everything you done for me and dad”


Jonathan Rushforth

"COMMITTED, EXPERT, PROFESSIONAL, Sept 2019

My 87yo father was deteriorating in a Malaga hospital after a broken hip. My brother and I decided on Friday night we needed to get him back to his local hospital in West London to get better care and be near the family. We couldn’t wait for insurance and bureaucracy, so decided to book our own. 

We got 3 quotes from the FCO website who listed Medical Evacuation firms overnight. There wasn't much in it but we chose Harry because he seemed the most knowledgeable and supportive. 

We were still a bit worried, transferring 18k to a small firm we had never heard of. But Harry didn’t let us down. He worked at pace, relentlessly to make it happen. We confirmed and paid by midday on Saturday. On Sunday, 23 hours later an ambulance arrived, to take us to our small medical evacuation jet. Dad had great care from a British doctor and nurse, then a seamless transfer via Biggin Hill airport to West Middx hospital. Harry even secured dad a bed here, saving us considerable stress. 

What a superb and crucial service. This man is a committed professional. Dad is now stable and on the mend.


Laura Marven

"No one goes on holiday expecting to fall ill, let alone end up being hospitalised and diagnosed with a serious illness. But that is the situation we found ourselves in.

Being unable to sit at all, the only option was for mum was a stretcher repatriation. After nearly a week of being given the run around by by GP and local hospital at home , i cannot describe the relief when Harry rang me for the first time to tell me he and Rachel would be flying out to bring mum home. His warm reassuring voice allowed me to relax a little for the first time in weeks and i gave mum the news se was so desperate to hear - she was going home.

The night before our journey Harry and Rachel came to the hospital to introduce themselves to mum. They were very candid about the journey ahead, explaining exactly what would happen, preparing mum for the parts that were likely to be the most uncomfortable and also explaining the parts where they would be able to make her most comfortable. They stayed in touch with me  when it wasn’t possible for me to be physically present  so that I always knew exactly what was  happening.   

So that was the ‘Process’ but what Harry and Rachel offer is so much more than a well honed process. 

On paper we had a long and dis jointed journey home and to be frank I was dreading it. What I could never have expected was the outstanding level of care and compassion we received .

Rachel was like a lioness protecting her cub - nothing and no one was getting in her way to ensure mum got everything she needed.

Harry was the consummate professional, nothing was left to chance- he was cool and calm and acted as our advocate , intervening on our behalf so I didn’’t need to worry about a thing other than being there for my mum.

And above all else , I remember the laughter. We laughed until we cried ( and snorted, rather unattractively ! ). So rather far from a day o forget it became a day that will stay with us forever. Some people are born to care and some really lucky people get to pursue a career where they can really shine.

Rachel and Harry shine brightly !!!


The Knowlton Family

"We would like to thank you for your help in getting our Dad back to the Uk from Tenerife last month. You made a very bad situation easier to deal with. Your quick response and the organization of the return home was very professional and fast - within two days we had our Dad back in the Uk. I cant fault anything you done and would like to thank you and your staff for all your help. Dad is doing well but a way to go yet before he is up and about," Thanks again,"

Donna Sweet

"The repatriation was on the whole very efficient and professional and my husband and I felt very safe and secure throughout.
Harald was very smart in appearance and professional in his manner. I was looked after very well and would not hesitate to recommend Medical Repatriations to anyone.

Wendy Maureen Griffiths

"Harry was most professional throughout and I cant speak too highly about his whole attitude and his caring.
We were definitely well looked after and he took time to explain everything. We were made to feel like VIP’s
There was nothing I felt that could have been done better."

Colin Bell

"Every aspect of the repatriation was excellent and professionally managed.
Well done Harry."

Andrew Roast

"Hi Harry and Rachel,

I’d like to say a big fat THANK YOU to you both. You were my link back to England and I’d have been so much more panicked without you .Thanks for explaining the process and remaining calm and interesting throughout. Im in a much more comfortable ward here and waiting to speak to the doctors tomorrow.

If I ever get injured in a foreign country again ( Im not planning on it ), I want you guys to pick me up."


Rebecca Fitzgerald

"My daughter was dangerously ill in a Roman hospital and 24 hours after contacting Harry at Medical Repatriations we were both home in the UK and she was in bed at the Westminster and Chelsea Hospital. Harry arranged for one of his team to accompany us onto a British Airways flight home then by ambulance on arrival at Heathrow. The hospital  admission was also arranged by him .

It was all supremely efficient and effortless for us in an awful situation.

Harry kept in touch with us throughout the whole process in the most reassuring way.

We could not be more grateful to Harry and his team, who I would trust to evacuate anyone out of anywhere in a very short space of time.

An absolutely first class experience despite the hugely stressful circumstances,

Warmest regards,"

Rebecca Fitzgerald

"If there ever is another Dunkirk evacuation, I'd put Harry in charge."

Mrs Jaqueline Andrews

Professionally Unprofessional. The way Harry and Rachel looked after us on our long journey back from Australia was amazing. It wasn’t like being treated by doctors and nurses but by family members. The care shown to both myself and my husband was nothing short of remarkable and I recommend them whole heartedly.

John Middleton

Our daughter who was living in Tenerife suffered a debilitating brain injury in October last year, She was taken to hospital in Santa Cruz where she reamined in a coma. My wife and I travelled to Teneriffe to be with her and spent most of our time on buses getting to and from the hospital. Our problem was how to get her back to the UK and in to a hospital near to where we lived. We got Harald's details from the British Consulate and he took over from these, organised a place in Harrogate Hospital (our home town), organised an air ambulance and transport from Candeleria Hospital right through to Harrogate. The air crew and attending medical crew were fantastic throughout looking after even the smallest details.The handover to the doctors at the ward in Harrogate was thorough and although our daughter is still gravely ill she is now home and we can get some normality back into our lives. Harald was the consummate professional throughout the process and made (what to us) seemed so difficult…so easy. I would recommend Harald to anyone needing repatriation help and support.

Carly Slade

My Dad recently fell critically ill whilst on holiday in Moldova and a medical professional I know recommended that I use Harry at Medical Repatriations to get him home. Harry was such a pleasure to deal with. He was so helpful, knowledgable and compassionate, which is exactly what you need when you find yourself in a distressing and complicated situation. Harry thought of every logistical detail, which ensured that Dad had a smooth, safe, enjoyable journey home, receiving the highest levels of care and service from hospital bed to home. If I were ever to find myself in this awful situation again I wouldn't hesitate to use Harry.

Ruth Carreras

n 2005, I suffered a nasty accident in Peru sand surfing and consequently broke my pelvis, hip and femur. As you can imagine, this was a really traumatic and scary experience for a young 19 year old on her gap year. Luckily Harald was recommended to me and flew out to my hospital in Lima to repatriate me home to the UK. From the minute he walked into my hospital room, I knew I was in good hands and that everything was going to be OK. He was so approachable and I felt really comfortable in his care, despite the 17 hour journey home! Harald really is an asset within his role and I will never forget his kindness and professionalism. I entrusted him with my life. Thank you Harald.

Dr Paul Cozens

Harald was a consumate professional and helped repatriate my father from Faro in Portugal back to London. He was kind, considerate and professional. In our time of desparate need - he was a solid rock - reliable, comforting, reassuring and professional. His skills and personality were invaluable to my father - and my distressed mother. I recommend him unreservedly.

Heribert und Gerda

Nochmals vielen dank für den perfekten rücktransport. Unsere mutter wurde in eine neurologische klinik gebracht. Dort war sie 2 wochen auf intensivstation und 2 wochen normales krankenhaus. Jetzt ist siein rehabilitationsklinik und es geht ihr immer besser. Sie macht schon die ersten schritte zum laufen. In 4-5 wochen ist sie bestimmt wieder normal gesund. Alles gute und schöne grüße und vielen dank.

Elisabeth Selkirk

Dear Harry,

I feel I must write and thank you for the wonderful service you provided in ensuring my comfort and well being throughout the journey from Austria. Your expertise was an undoubted asset and you smoothed over every problem with the experience of a true professional . All the worries I had about flying home in the condition I was in were removed by the calm and assured manner in which you carried out your work. Thank you once again.

Elisabeth Selkirk.

C. Lawrence

I would like to thank you for your help and professionalism in caring for both myself and wife throughout our trying experience . The way you managed to cut through some of the petty bureaucracies that surround airports and dealt with people whose first language was not English was a sight to behold. Harry turned what was a frightening experience into one that I will dine out on for years.

Lorna Saul

Thank you so much for your great care and attention to both myself and my mother during our trip from Tampa . We were both really impressed how smoothly everything went , obviously due to your good organisation and attention to detail. It was a real pleasure meeting you and if you are ever in this area please drop in .

Many thanks again,


Laurna

Rosalind Wilson

I’ve been waiting for some inspiration to find an appropriate way to thank you for whisking me home from Milan so efficiently. However my powers of imagination seem to be recovering even slower than my energy levels. So all I can do is offer you my sincere thanks for a mission expertly accomplished and very much appreciated. I guess you must have been told frequently how good at your job you are so may I add my voice of appreciation and ask you never to change careers or retire because if ever I get stuck again I shall seek you out personally to get me home. Yours very gratefully

Hugh and Mary Ritchie

Just to say thank you for all your kindness to Hugh and myself when we were in Las Vegas and on our way home . We could never have made it home without  your help.
You knew just what to do and in your own quiet way set about doing it which after the past 4 weeks was a great relief to me .
Thank you again

Kristina and Michael Lennox

Remember us ! This time last week you were our guardian angel traveling with us from the Canaries back to London. We would like to send you our deep gratitude and heart felt thanks for all your constant care and attention on our flights home and your moral support during those difficult hours. Once again thank you for your patience and kindness to us both, Kindest regards,

Mike and Dot Edwards

Just a quick note to say many many thanks for getting me back to Russell’s Hall hospital in Dudley. Both my wife and I were very impressed with the professional manner in which you looked after us. Best regards,

Pauline Sheridan

The journey back to the uk went very smoothly, to plan and on time- which was all down to your excellent organisational skills I think .
It really took the stress out of a very stressful situation for me and for that I thank you so much.
I would have no hesitation at all in recommending your services and your company should the operation arise.

Terry Clarke

I would like to say a big thank you for your help, assistance and kindness you gave my father and I when you went to Malta to bring him back to England after he suffered a stroke.
Once again I thank you,
Best wishes,

Terry Clarke - Arthurs son

Pat and Charley Jones

Harry we were very grateful to you for all your help and the invaluable calming effect you had on us all during our very traumatic journey home.
Thankfully everything has turned out well not least thanks to you.

Hazel and Cliff

Thank you for everything you did for us . We could not have gotten home without you.

Ann Dawson

I'm writing to thank you for looking after my cousin so well on his flight home. It was such  a worry and we felt helpless being so far away . After contacting the Embassy and Age Concern we found you and we can't praise you highly enough . I felt I must write and thank you.

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