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Case studies

Learn how we have helped our clients by providing an array of assistance, medical and travel security solutions at home and abroad.

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Recovering from a stroke

While Darryl Nichols was on a business trip in Moscow, he suffered a life-threatening stroke. International SOS evacuated him to a London hospital, monitored his medical condition, and repatriated him back to his home-city of Toronto.

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Recovering from a stroke

While Darryl Nichols was on a business trip in Moscow, he suffered a life-threatening stroke. International SOS evacuated him to a London hospital, monitored his medical condition, and repatriated him back to his home-city of Toronto.

Leading a successful malaria program

At a remote site in the Democratic Republic of Congo, an effective malaria program and vector control addresses onsite employees and the surrounding community.

Improving a healthcare administration program

An inefficient healthcare program is revamped improving employee wellness and cost efficiencies.

From flash to bang, travel security support in Maputo

During the September 2010 riots in Maputo, Mozambique, we provided critical advice and travel security support to get a member home safely to Johannesburg.

Containing a measles outbreak on an oil rig

International SOS worked quickly to implement a plan to successfully control a measles outbreak on an oil rig.

TravelTracker - getting more from membership

During the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, Frank spent nearly 4-days trying to make contact with his travelers. After implementing TravelTracker, he now can quickly identify employees at risk and provide critical instruction and advice in a serious incident. 

Pre-travel advice smoothes the way to difficult places

Jillian King had a trip scheduled to the Democratic Republic of Congo, a high-risk destination. To prepare, she needed accurate information on the health and security risks, on vaccinations and malaria as well as expert travel advice.

Medical solutions for a remote environment

A project manager planning an exploratory drilling expedition in an isolated and extreme environment employed International SOS to assess the site’s health risks and provide a full medical support solution. 

Medical equipment lost and found

A member with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease always carried a nebulizer with him to help manage his condition. While on a trip to London, this medical device was lost. International SOS helped find him a replacement.

Assistance with a lost passport and missing wallet

On business trip to Moscow, Anne Davidson lost her passport and wallet. International SOS provided emergency funds, arranged embassy appointments, translation services, and plane tickets so she could get home.