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An American woman got fast, low-cost thumb treatment in India—$0.60 vs. $2,000 in the U.S.—sparking debate on healthcare costs.
An American woman in India, Kristen Fischer, went viral for sharing how she received prompt treatment for a thumb injury at a local hospital for just Rs 50, about 60 cents, after cycling there immediately.
Doctors assessed her injury, stopped the bleeding, and confirmed stitches weren’t needed—all within 45 minutes.
She contrasted this with the estimated $2,000 minimum cost for similar care in the U.S., highlighting the affordability, speed, and accessibility of Indian healthcare, especially in urban areas.
Her Instagram video, which drew over 114,000 views, sparked widespread discussion about the high costs and long wait times in American medicine, with many praising India’s efficient, low-cost system.
While some noted potential differences for foreigners, Fischer’s experience underscored the stark contrast between the two nations’ medical costs and access.
Una mujer estadounidense recibió un tratamiento rápido y de bajo costo para el pulgar en la India ($ 0.60 frente a $ 2,000 en los EE. UU.), lo que provocó un debate sobre los costos de la atención médica.