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Romania, Bucharest
Spinal stenosis Treatment in Ponderas Academic Hospital
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About the clinic
Spinal stenosis treatment is offered at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, Romania. Diagnostics and consultation in a preoperative package typically cost around 850 EUR. Complex spinal fusion surgery runs about 10,200 EUR and includes hospitalization. The clinic is led by Dr. Alexandru Cristescu, a neurosurgeon trained in French minimally invasive techniques with _doctor_10068_years_ of experience.
Diagnostic Process
All patients receive a thorough preoperative assessment. The comprehensive package covers essential diagnostics and specialist opinions.
- Pre-anesthetic evaluation and lab tests.
- Consultations with cardiology and neurosurgery specialists.
- ECG and echocardiography for heart health.
- Advanced imaging like MRI and CT scans of the lumbar spine.
This full workup helps plan the safest and most effective surgical approach. The hospital uses its accredited facilities for all tests.
Treatment Options for Spinal Stenosis
Ponderas Academic Hospital provides advanced surgical solutions. The main procedure for severe cases is a combined operation.
- Complex vertebral osteosynthesis is a spinal fusion surgery. It stabilizes the vertebrae. This surgery costs around 10,200 EUR. The price covers 4 nights of hospital stay, anesthesia, medication, and meals. The necessary spinal implant is an additional cost of about 2,500 EUR.
- Laminectomy is performed during the same operation. This decompression surgery removes bone and ligament pressing on nerves. It directly relieves the symptoms of spinal stenosis.
The combined procedure treats both instability and nerve compression. It is indicated for conditions like spondylolisthesis with severe stenosis.
Medical Team and Clinic
Dr. Alexandru Cristescu leads the neurosurgery team. He specializes in spinal and minimally invasive surgery. With _doctor_10068_years_ of experience, he has performed over 900 procedures. His training includes fellowships at leading hospitals in France.
Ponderas Academic Hospital holds international accreditations including JCI, SRC, and IFSO. It has a 4.6 patient rating with a 98% recommendation rate. The facility provides complete medical support throughout the treatment journey.
For a detailed assessment and personalized treatment plan, patients can consult with the specialists at Ponderas.
Highlights
2010
Year of foundation
218 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Spinal stenosis Treatment
150000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Spinal stenosis Treatment
Leading neurosurgeon
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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Neurosurgery
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Discectomy | Price on request | |
| Brain tumor removal | Price on request | |
| Removal of meningioma | Price on request | |
| Herniated disc surgery | Price on request | |
| Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic | Price on request | |
| Pituitary tumor surgery | Price on request | |
| Brain tumor surgery | Price on request | |
| Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion | Price on request | |
| Foraminotomy | Price on request | |
| Endoscopic discectomy | Price on request | |
| Anterior cervical discectomy | Price on request | |
| Laminectomy | Price on request |
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Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
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Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International
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Joint Commission International certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
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Surgical Review Corporation certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
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Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence
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Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
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Christina • Removal of herniated disc with preoperative diagnostic Romania
Mar 19, 2026
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10/10
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 • Orthopedics United Kingdom
Apr 9, 2026
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Everything was handled so well
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.
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May 11, 2025
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Str. Nicolae Caramfil 85A, sector 1, Bucuresti, Romania
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