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Coxarthrosis care at Alfides by Hospital Centro de Andalucía in Lucena, Córdoba, Spain includes assessment and hip surgery. Hip replacement may cost around $12,800. Orthopedic team leader Dr. Antonio García López has over 25 years of experience in primary, reconstructive, and revision hip surgery.
Hip arthroplasty replaces the damaged femoral head and hip socket with an artificial implant. It may be considered for advanced hip osteoarthritis confirmed by imaging, avascular necrosis, or a hip fracture requiring replacement. It may also be considered when persistent pain limits walking, sitting, or sleep, and medication, physiotherapy, or injections have not helped enough.
Most surgical patients stay 7–10 days in total, with a minimum of 3 hospital nights. The package includes a private room and full board for one companion. Round-trip transfers from Málaga Airport or a hotel within 100 km are also included. Flights, accommodation before or after the hospital stay, and travel insurance are not included.
After surgery, guided physiotherapy and remote follow-up support recovery at home. The hospital has 175 inpatient beds, five operating theaters, intensive care, emergency services, and a hyperbaric oxygen therapy unit that supports tissue healing. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed.

| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Hip replacement | $12675.22 | |
| Knee replacement | Price on request | |
| Total hip replacement | Price on request | |
| Hip surgery | Price on request | |
| Knee arthroplastic | Price on request | |
| Total Knee Replacement (Arthroplasty) | Price on request |
Alfides by Hospital Centro de Andalucía is a multidisciplinary hospital in Lucena, Spain. This private medical center covers more than 30 medical specialties. Its clinical departments and specialized units treat nearly 35,000 patients a year.
The hospital has 175 inpatient beds and 5 operating theaters. A team of 350 healthcare professionals runs clinical care. Facilities include a full intensive care unit and emergency services. Most surgical patients stay at the hospital for 7–10 days.
The clinic often treats patients from the UK and Europe. Since it has agreements with major global insurance networks, billing is simpler for international visitors.
The orthopedic department focuses on joint replacement and restoring mobility. Specialists perform primary and reconstructive surgery for chronic joint pain. Key orthopedic procedures include:
Dr. Antonio García López leads the orthopedic team. He has around 30 years of experience and specializes in reconstructive hip and knee procedures. Dr. Álvaro Fernández Velázquez completed a fellowship at the CEMTRO Clinic in Madrid. Dr. Rodrigo Víquez da Silva and Dr. José Luis Jiménez Blázquez complete the team.
Joint replacement packages include at least 3 hospital nights. Patients get guided physiotherapy to support early recovery. Once they return home, the team tracks their progress through remote follow-up.
The ophthalmology department treats cataracts with surgery. Surgeons remove the eye's clouded natural lens and replace it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This relieves blurred vision and sensitivity to light.
The hospital also has a dedicated hyperbaric oxygen therapy unit. Patients breathe 100% oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, which helps tissue heal. Doctors use it for several conditions:
The therapy reduces inflammation and promotes tissue repair. This helps the body fight infection. Patients with chronic refractory osteomyelitis (bone infection) benefit too.
The Alfides International Care Branch coordinates each foreign patient's medical journey. One multilingual medical coordinator is the main point of contact. This team manages clinical records and books appointments in real time.
International visitors can use several logistical services:
Telemedicine consultations are available for second opinions and post-discharge follow-up. Clinical files transfer digitally, so care continues without gaps. After patients return home, the international team stays in touch.
