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Romania, Bucharest

Herniated disk treatment at Ponderas Academic Hospital

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Alexandru Cristescu
Alexandru Cristescu
Leading neurosurgeon
16 years of experience

About the clinic

Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, Romania offers full treatment for herniated discs. Diagnostics may cost around $105, while spinal surgeries like microsurgical discectomy typically run $4,500-5,200. The clinic's surgeons have over 30 years of experience. They operate in a facility holding 10 international accreditations, including Centers of Excellence status.

Initial Diagnostics

A specialist consultation starts the process. It costs around $105. This exam assesses pain, nerve function, and mobility. It is followed by preoperative tests to confirm the diagnosis. These tests check if a patient is suitable for surgery.

Surgical Treatment Options

The hospital provides several surgical methods. All procedures use advanced technology for safety. Most surgeries require a one-day hospital stay.

  • Microsurgical Discectomy: This is a minimally invasive approach. Dr. Cristescu often recommends it. A surgical microscope allows work through a tiny incision. This aims to reduce pain and speed recovery. The price is around $4,500-5,200. It typically includes one night in the hospital, general anesthesia, and the microscope use.
  • Lumbar Discectomy: This treats herniated discs in the lower back. The surgeon removes the damaged disc material. This relieves pressure on spinal nerves. The cost is similar to the microsurgical option.
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF): This surgery is for neck problems. The surgeon reaches the spine from the front of the neck. The damaged disc is removed and the bones are fused. This aims to improve neck mobility and stop arm pain. The price is around $4,900-5,200.

Clinic and Care Advantages

Ponderas Academic Hospital is JCI-accredited and holds a 5/5 patient rating. Its surgeons are recognized as Centers of Excellence in robotic surgery. Patients receive care from initial diagnosis through surgery and follow-up. This creates a continuous treatment plan. To explore these options for a herniated disc, you can contact the clinic for an individual assessment.

Highlights

2010 Year of foundation
218 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Herniated disk Treatment
150000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Herniated disk Treatment
Leading neurosurgeon

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
treatment Price
Pituitary tumor surgery$11,260.11
Brain tumor surgery$9,816.51 - $11,283.21
Brain tumor removal$9,816.51 - $11,260.11
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion$4,850.51 - $5,139.23
Removal of meningioma$9,816.51 - $11,260.11
Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic$4,446.3 - $5,139.23
Herniated disc surgery$4,446.3 - $5,139.23
Discectomy$4,388.56 - $5,139.23
LaminectomyPrice on request
Endoscopic discectomyPrice on request
Anterior cervical discectomyPrice on request
ForaminotomyPrice on request
Ulnar Nerve DecompressionPrice on request

Clinic Doctors

Neurosurgeon
Alexandru Cristescu
Alexandru Cristescu
Neurosurgeon
Experience 16 years
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Licences

Ministry of Health operating permit for Ponderas Academic Hospital, Bucharest, 2024

hospital accreditations of quality

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International
US, Joint Commission International certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Surgical Review Corporation  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Surgical Review Corporation
US, Surgical Review Corporation certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
US, Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence
US, Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital

FAQ

What treatments do patients most often ask for?

Patients choose Ponderas Academic Hospital most frequently to treat the following conditions: Heart Surgery, Oncology, Orthopedics, Urology, Neurosurgery, Surgery, Cardiology, Weight Loss Surgery.

What procedures do patients have most often?

The most common procedures in the hospital are: Interventricular septal defect surgery, Coronary artery bypass grafting, Installing heart pacemaker, Heart Valve Replacement, Congenital heart surgery, Hysterectomy (uterus removal), Lung cancer surgery, Small intestine resection.

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Christina • Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic

Romania
Mar 19, 2026
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One of my biggest fears while living in Romania was a major medical event. When I learned that I needed back surgery I was terrified. I started to research neurosurgeons, and needed up on bookimed, and then to Ponderas. I was becoming more comfortable as we went through setting up the consultation, and once we were there and met the coordinator and the surgeon, we felt much better. They answered all our questions and helped to accommodate the long drive we had to make. After checking in for surgery, the medical staff were so caring and kind. Even the little special touches, as in the picture. I feel like they gave me a good idea of recovery, and what to expect at home. 10/10
The process was very organized and everyone was careful to explain each part of the process. All of the staff were so kind and helpful. The nurses and even the man who transported me to the car was so careful and kind.
The food was pretty bad. At least there was food though.
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Veronica was awesome! She didn’t just help set it up, but she checked on me after and made sure I was ok. Such a blessing for me. Thank you Veronica!

Cristina

United Kingdom
Apr 9, 2026
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Waking up from the anesthesia, the first thing I noticed was the calm and attentive presence of the nursing staff. That feeling of being cared for really defined my entire stay. My surgeon was professional and reassuring from the very first consultation for my osteoma. I'm now 15 days post-op, and while recovery is a process, the support has been consistent. Honestly, from the initial planning to the clinic environment itself, I can’t point to a single thing that could have been better. Everything was handled so well. I genuinely felt that the entire team, from the administrative staff to the medical professionals, was excellent.
I could not recommend enough, from bookimed to ponderas hospital, the whole experience was excellent. The complexity of the intervention that I had done was executed flawlessly (osteoma removal/septum correction+turbinotomy). Dr Manea is an exceptional ENT specialist with amazing knowledge and skills, best in the country, he makes sure you feel seen, listen and you understand exactly every step.The hospital is very well equipped and comfortable.Everyone speaks English so communication was clear , smooth and precise . I would like to thank my coordinator Olha from bookimed for all the support and that she made sure I get exactly what I need and request.

Игорь • Coronary angiography

Ukraine
May 12, 2025
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Anonymous • CT coronary angiography

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May 11, 2025
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updated 9/9/2026

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