Our Team

Marie-Josée Forand
Co-founder of Cubamedika and Medika International

I am a CPHR in Human Resources and Business Administration with over 35 years of HR experience, President of CubaMedika and Medika International.

I am now very happy with my lifestyle and my physical appearance, why not you?

My story

Being a strong woman with many qualities does not allow you to always be satisfied with your appearance. We all have a story to tell, here is mine for those who don’t believe in changes and the links between loving each other and moving forward.

All my life I have suffered from obesity, a problem that many people experience. With obesity came uncomfortable situations such as bullying and health issues. I weighed over 300 pounds, and with all the special diets and treatments I tried, I could lose a few pounds, but the next month I was gaining them back, even more. Depression was knocking on my door, but I kept fighting with the help of my family’s support.

Then one fine day I made the decision was to go to Cuba to undergo a (bariatric surgery). Despite the risks, I was ready to do anything to find myself beautiful. I lost 150 pounds, and of course I had to deal with the excess skin caused by the weight loss. Looking at myself in the mirror, I said to myself, “I can’t give up now!

Bariatric surgery has many advantages. I solved my diabetes problem and I am able to control my blood pressure. My health was better. What was my next step?

Plastic surgery! I knew the surgery could be very expensive in North America, so I decided to look into other countries to see if I could afford it. I have had cosmetic surgeries in Mexico City and Havana, Cuba. Since then, my life has changed years and for the better. I feel beautiful, I feel up to my aspirations and I hope to help many women like me to have access to lower cost surgical care that is inaccessible to them in Canada.

Isael Carbonell

Isael Carbonell Cruz
Co-founder of CubaMedika inc and Medika International

Do not hesitate to contact me for more information on our services. : Carbonell@cubamedika.ca

Introduction

I am honored to share with you today what motivated the creation of our company. Marie-Josée’s story was our main inspiration to found Cubamedika and Medika International.

Mission

At Cubamedika and Medika International, our mission is to make medical treatments and plastic surgeries accessible to those who cannot afford them in North America or Europe.

Vision

We combine over 20 years of experience in international tourism with a specialization in medical tourism to guide our patients towards the best treatment options abroad.

Experience and Expertise

With over 20 years in the international tourism sector, our expertise enables us to accurately and effectively meet the varied needs of our clientele.

Focus on Medical Tourism

We specifically focus on medical tourism, providing personalized guidance to ensure optimal care for our patients abroad.

Commitment to Customer Satisfaction

Our absolute commitment is to exceed our clients’ expectations at every stage of their medical journey. Customer satisfaction is at the heart of our mission, underpinning our success.

The Importance of Experience in Success

The experience accumulated over the years is a crucial pillar of our success. It allows us to refine our operations and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.