Why India

The India you haven't seen yet

World-class hospitals, some of the busiest operating theatres anywhere, and a country that makes every week of your training worth remembering.

India in numbers

One of the world's leading destinations for medical care

1.8M+
International patients travelled to India for treatment between 2023 and 2025
176+
Countries those patients came from
25+
Partner hospitals in the Eastmed network
12+
Indian cities where we place doctors

Medical travel figures: Government of India, parliamentary reply on medical visa arrivals, 2026.

World-class hospitals

Hospitals that match the best in the world

India's leading private hospital groups run large, modern campuses built to international standards, and many hold JCI and NABH accreditation.

  • Robotic surgery systems across multiple specialties
  • Hybrid operating theatres and advanced cath labs
  • Latest-generation MRI, CT and PET imaging
  • Dedicated departments for every subspecialty
  • English is the working language of every hospital
Where you'll live

Cities with their own character

Your placement city depends on your specialty and the hospital you are matched with. Here are three of our main training hubs.

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Everyday life

Comfortable from the day you land

01

Stay

From international hotel chains to serviced apartments close to your hospital.

02

Food

Every cuisine you can think of, from Indian regional dishes to Arabic, Mediterranean and international restaurants. Halal food is widely available in the major cities.

03

Cafés & going out

Specialty coffee, rooftop restaurants, malls and cultural venues in every major city.

04

Getting around

Ride-hailing apps such as Uber, plus modern metro systems in the major cities.

05

Language

English is widely spoken, in hospitals, hotels, shops and daily life.

06

A mix of cultures

A country of many languages, faiths and traditions, where international visitors feel at home.

On your days off

Weekends worth planning for

India's best-known destinations are a short flight or train ride from our training hubs.

From Delhi · by train

Taj Mahal, Agra

One of the wonders of the world, an easy day trip from the capital.

From Delhi · by flight or train

Jaipur

The Pink City: palaces, forts and colourful bazaars.

From Mumbai · by flight

Goa

Beaches, seafood and a relaxed coastal pace.

From Bangalore · by flight

Kerala

Backwaters, tea hills and houseboat stays.

We're with you

Support from application to your last day

1

Before you travel

NMC license, hospital paperwork and visa guidance handled by our office.

2

Arrival

Help with accommodation options close to your hospital.

3

During training

A direct WhatsApp line to our team throughout your placement.

4

Completion

Your official training certificate from the hosting hospital.

See India for yourself

Talk to an admissions advisor about the right program, hospital and city for you.

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