Ponderas Academic Hospital modern glass facade in Bucharest, Romania

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Robotic surgery operating room at Ponderas Academic Hospital, Bucharest

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Romania, Bucharest

Diagnostic laparoscopy in Ponderas Academic Hospital

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Highest-Rated Clinic for Diagnostic laparoscopy

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Highest-Rated Clinic for Diagnostic laparoscopy

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About the clinic

Diagnostic laparoscopy at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, Romania, provides a precise way to explore abdominal issues through small incisions. The procedure is performed by surgeons recognized for excellence, using advanced robotic systems to improve accuracy. The hospital holds 10 international accreditations, including JCI and SRC Center of Excellence status, making it the only private European facility with this level of validation.

Advanced Laparoscopic Techniques

The surgical team uses minimally invasive methods to inspect the abdomen, perform biopsies, or plan further treatments. Patients have access to two main approaches:

Standard laparoscopy using small cameras and instruments.
Robot-assisted laparoscopy with the da Vinci Xi system for complex cases.

Ponderas features 15 operating rooms and 24/7 emergency services. The imaging department supports these procedures with 3T MRI and bariatric-specific CT scanners.

Surgical Expertise at Ponderas

Diagnostic procedures are led by highly qualified specialists. Dr. Gerald Filip is a General Surgeon with advanced expertise in oncologic and laparoscopic surgery. He holds the SRC Surgeon of Excellence title in breast treatment. Dr. Simona Filip serves as a consultant surgeon and a trainer in minimally invasive surgery for international associations. Additionally, Dr. Victor Tomulescu leads the colorectal surgery program, focusing on robotic and oncologic procedures using the da Vinci Xi system.

Care and International Support

Preparation is efficient, with all multidisciplinary evaluations like lab tests and imaging completed in a single day. A dedicated International Patient Office helps with logistics and language interpretation. After the procedure, a care navigator follows up with the patient to guide their recovery. The hospital provides long-term monitoring to track health progress over time.

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Highlights

2010 Year of foundation

218 doctors

Highest-Rated Clinic for Diagnostic laparoscopy

150000 patients per year

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Treatments prices in the clinic

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Diagnostics

diagnostics	Price
Lung Function Tests	$90
Abdominal ultrasonography	$170
Consultation with a physician	$140
Thyroid ultrasound	$130
Whole-body MRI	$1410

treatment	Price
Diagnostic laparoscopy	$2959.76 - $3350.67

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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

US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital

Joint Commission International

US, Joint Commission International certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital

Surgical Review Corporation

US, Surgical Review Corporation 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

US, Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital

Ponderas Academic Hospital: more details about the clinic

Romania, Bucharest

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Patient reviews

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Andreea Prajescu

Jul 31, 2025

I had a very good experience at this hospital. The medical staff were knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive from start to finish. The facilities were clean and well-organized, and I felt cared for every step of the way. Nurses and doctors took the time to explain everything clearly, and I never felt rushed. I’m truly grateful for the high standard of care I received—thank you to the entire team!

Lydia

Jul 14, 2025

A and E is down to the right of the main entrance. Be careful of the long drilled hole in the ground, if you aren't looking where you're going you could injure yourself. Quick, professional, calm and cheerful service by lovely staff. Hardly any wait to see a doctor when I attended about 8.30am, even though she had emergencies before and after. She said she ran from the emergency to check my wound. Option to have crutches, 100 lei per crutch. Wound care cost 100 lei and getting it checked by a doctor cost 460 lei. They may automatically book you for an X ray, so make sure you tell them if you don't want that. Also they may use antibiotic cream, it was itchy so I washed it off. Antibiotic cream can cause sensitivity and resistance. I said that my leg was itchy and the nurse said that's normal with a wound, but it wasn't for me. As soon as I washed the antibiotic cream off it was fine. The wound was not infected, so I didn't need it. They don't tell you what things are so you will need to ask if you want to know. Don't lock the toilet, I had to be relaased from outside! The visit was done in an hour. The doctors speak English, the nurses don't.

Dan Firac

Jul 10, 2025

I was hospitalized for two days for a septoplasty surgery. It was my first ever surgery intervention and all I can say is that the personel atitude and professionalism made it an excellent experience. Last but not least I want to mention Prof Dr Manea Claudiu and his team who gained my trust into performing the surgery with both thorough and easy to understand explanations and also with his positive and friendly atitude. His promises to make me breathe better were fullfilled and I am gratefull for his outstanding help and support. Therefore I highly recommend this hospital as they really organize and strive for an excelent patient experience. Finaly I am glad that we have in Romania such a well organized and professional hospital. Thank you and keep up the same quality!

Silviu Baicu

May 17, 2025

I just got out of the hospital yesterday. I was there for a torn ACL surgery and I cannot stress enough how helpful, professional and empathetic everybody involved was. The surgery went amazing and the quality of care is top notch. I am deeply thankful to the surgeon, recovery doctor, nurses and everybody else involved. Although I there for only 3 days I never felt ignored and the patience and kindness of the people I interacted with confirmed the fact that I made the right decision to have my surgery there. The food wasn't bad either!