For Eastern United States FamiliesAlzheimer's Care for U.S. Patients in Eastern United States
The Eastern United States — spanning from Florida and Texas in the south to Maryland and New York in the north — is home to over 3.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer's. This broad region encompasses the nation's largest senior populations, significant African American and Hispanic communities, and high diabetes rates that compound cognitive decline. Miami, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Houston offer direct charter flights to Havana, while Atlanta, Charlotte, Baltimore, and New Orleans provide connecting flight options.
3.2M
Eastern United States residents with Alzheimer's
14
states in region
1–6 hours (varies by departure city)
to Havana
Direct
flights available
How Cuba's Program Serves American Families Across Eastern United States
Cuba's Alzheimer's program has been serving international patients for decades, and SMC Salud has specific expertise in coordinating care for American families. The program is designed to address the unique needs of U.S. patients — from travel authorization to coordination with domestic physicians.
For American families, the program includes: English-speaking coordinators available throughout the stay for translation, support, and communication with family back home; U.S. travel authorization support (letter of medical necessity, treatment confirmation, guidance on approved travel categories); payment options (secure payment gateway accepts U.S. credit cards, HSA/FSA guidance, potential tax deductibility); coordination with U.S. neurologists (comprehensive medical report shared with the patient's domestic physician for coordinated care); and telemedicine follow-up (periodic remote consultations with the Cuban neurology team after returning to the U.S.).
The program is complementary to U.S. care — patients continue their domestic medications (cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, lecanemab, etc.) and follow-up with their U.S. neurologist. Cuba's intensive rehabilitation and NeuroEPO research are added to, not substituted for, the patient's existing treatment plan.
No treatment currently cures Alzheimer's disease. Cuba's program aims to slow cognitive decline, maintain function, and improve quality of life. NeuroEPO is investigational and not FDA-approved. Treatment suitability is determined after individual medical evaluation. Individual outcomes vary.
State-by-State Guides
Alzheimer's Care for U.S. Patients by State in Eastern United States
Select your state for detailed information about alzheimer's care for u.s. patients options, travel logistics, and state-specific resources.
City-Level Guides
Alzheimer's Care for U.S. Patients by City in Eastern United States
Travel from Eastern United States
Getting to Havana from Eastern United States
Major Departure Airports
- Miami (MIA)
- Tampa (TPA)
- Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
- Houston (IAH)
- Dallas (DFW)
- Atlanta (ATL)
- Charlotte (CLT)
- Baltimore (BWI)
- New Orleans (MSY)
Travel time: 1–6 hours (varies by departure city)
Travel Authorization
- • U.S. citizens can travel to Cuba under approved categories
- • SMC Salud provides letter of medical necessity
- • Treatment confirmation documentation included
- • Airport reception and ground transport in Havana
- • English-speaking coordinators throughout your stay
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions from Eastern United States Families
Yes. U.S. citizens can travel to Cuba under approved categories. SMC Salud provides all necessary documentation, including the letter of medical necessity and treatment confirmation, to support travel authorization. Our team guides you through the entire process to ensure compliance with all regulations.
Ready to Explore Alzheimer's Care for U.S. Patients in Cuba?
Submit your medical records for a complimentary review. Families across Eastern United States receive a personalized treatment proposal within 5–10 business days.