Lithuania, Vilnius
Shoulder replacement in Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
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About the clinic
Shoulder replacement at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius, Lithuania, provides a long-term solution for patients with severe joint damage. The hospital is the only facility in the Baltic States to hold JCI accreditation. This certificate confirms that the medical team follows strict international safety and quality standards for every surgery.
Advanced Joint Replacement Technology
The hospital specializes in total shoulder arthroplasty, which involves replacing the damaged joint with a high-quality endoprosthesis. These modern implants are designed to be durable and reliable. On average, the endoprostheses used at the clinic last between 17 and 18 years. This longevity helps patients avoid early repeat surgeries and maintain their mobility for a longer time.
Safety and Recovery Support
Patients benefit from a high level of surgical expertise and careful post-operative monitoring. The complication rate for joint replacement surgeries at this facility is low, staying around 3%. After the procedure, the hospital provides 24/7 nursing care to monitor the patient's condition. The facility also features an on-site rehabilitation center. Starting physical therapy immediately in the same building helps the shoulder heal faster and improves the range of motion.
Support for International Patients
Traveling for surgery is made easier with dedicated support staff. The hospital provides a personal coordinator who speaks English to help with all medical steps. This assistant helps with communication between the patient and the surgical team. International guests also receive help with travel logistics to make the stay in Vilnius more comfortable.
If you are considering joint replacement, you can leave a request on Bookimed to learn more about the procedure and recovery options.
Highlights
1998
Year of foundation
510 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Shoulder replacement
298000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Shoulder replacement
Leading orthopedist
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Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
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Treatments prices in the clinic
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Orthopedics
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation with an orthopedist (traumatologist) | $120 - $150 | |
| Arthroscopy | $2500 - $4500 |
| treatment | Price | |
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| Shoulder replacement | $9300 - $10400 | |
| Knee Arthroscopy | Price on request | |
| Rotator cuff repair surgery | Price on request | |
| Ankle joint replacement | Price on request | |
| Ankle replacement | Price on request | |
| Knee replacement | Price on request |
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Meliva Kardiolita Hospital : more details about the clinic
Lithuania, Vilnius
Meliva Kardiolita Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Vilnius, Lithuania. Founded in 1998 by world-class surgeons Vytautas Sirvydis and Giedrius Uzdavinys, it is the only hospital in the Baltic States accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), confirming its high standards in management, equipment, and medical care.
Key facts:
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29 medical specialties.
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44 beds and 4 operating rooms.
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Intensive care unit for 10 patients.
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Own laboratory and rehabilitation center.
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Over 500 surgical procedures per year.
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Best survival rates in Lithuania.
Main specialties:
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Bariatric surgery (gastric bypass, gastric sleeve).
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Plastic and reconstructive surgery.
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Orthopedic surgery and joint replacement.
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Cardiology and cardiac surgery.
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Vascular, general, abdominal, urology, and gynecology.
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Eye surgery, diagnostics, and full health check-ups.
Services for international patients:
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Personal English-speaking coordinator.
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In-house certified laboratory with full diagnostic capabilities.
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24/7 nursing care (at least one nurse per patient).
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Individual diet plans (five meals per day).
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On-site rehabilitation center.
Clinical performance:
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99% success rate in coronary artery bypass, despite 80% of cardiology patients being NYHA class III–IV.
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Less than 2% overall complication rate post-surgery.
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Endoprostheses function for 17–18 years on average; 3% post-op complications.
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Over 300 surgeries annually in the general surgery department, with more than 15% being bariatric.
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95% success in conservative treatment of urological infections; 8% complication rate post-surgery.
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1% non-infectious complication rate in plastic surgery.
Additional services
Transfer
Airport to clinic
free
Clinic to airport
free
Language assistance
Available
free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
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Ingrid • Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) revision
Oct 21, 2026
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The doctor was warm, patient, and explained everything very well
The contact coordinator was excellent. The doctor was warm, patient, and explained everything very well, though the English support in the hospital itself could be improved. I came in for a hip problem, but it turned out well; no surgery was needed, just specific exercises. The final price matched the quote with no unexpected additional expenses. I suppose there is no further contact from the clinic now that I am home. It was a good experience.
Contact coordinator was TOP. Clinic was good and doctor was warm and patient and explained all verywell. Really recommendable
English support in hospital must improve.
Nothing could be better
Anonymous • Consultation with an orthopedist (traumatologist) Ukraine
Aug 1, 2025
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Support from our website Bookimed
I liked the competence of the doctor. I recommend visiting this clinic. I did not like the registration of my visit to the clinic by the clinic administrator, as she indicated an outdated date of visit. I had to register my next visit to the clinic on the spot. Support from our website Bookimed.com is excellent
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Jill • Ankylosing spondylitis United Kingdom
Jan 26, 2019
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I would thoroughly recommend this service and the Kardiolitos Clinic
The healthcare and equipment were superb. The clinic is very impressive and the staff were professional, patient and extremely attentive. All the consultants we saw provided thorough examinations, and where needed, arranged immediate tests which were either conducted on site or we were transported and escorted by the reception staff to other facilities for more complex tests. Having spent 6 frustrating years trying to get a diagnosis in the UK, we came away after 5 days at Kardiolitos finally knowing what the problems are, and how the management of those medical issues could be managed in the future. This was all made possible by Anna at Bookimed who arranged the entire trip from start to finish, together with the help of the wonderful medical coordinator, Jolita, at the clinic. They were more than happy to help with information about local accommodation and local logistics. I would thoroughly recommend this service and the Kardiolitos Clinic.
Anonymous • Funnel chest deformity Latvia
Aug 31, 2024
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Everything went fine
Everything went fine, confused by the speed of the bureaucracy but nothing critical
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Gennadii Mikhailov • Osteoarthritis of the hip
Mar 28, 2019
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"The staff is very attentive, extremely satisfied with the doctor
He stayed in the clinic from 18.03 to 26.03 2019. Chamber number 210, the staff is very attentive, extremely satisfied with the doctor
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Laisvės pr. 64A, Vilnius 05263, Lithuania
updated 11/6/2026
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Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
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