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Herniated disk Treatment in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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About the clinic
Herniated disk treatment at Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) in Vienna, Austria, combines specialized spinal surgery with world-leading nerve repair techniques. An MRI scan typically costs around $600, while surgical treatment options generally range from $12,000 to $18,000. The hospital is known for the Millesi Center, which focuses on advanced peripheral nerve microsurgery and supermicrosurgery.
Expert spinal care
Treatment is managed by OA Dr. Michael Matzner, a senior consultant specializing in orthopaedic spinal surgery and traumatology. OA Dr. Matzner focuses on surgical interventions for the spine, including decompression techniques. The clinic holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and has been recognized as one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek from 2021 to 2026.
Diagnostic options
Precise imaging is required before any surgical intervention. Patients can access the following services:
- MRI of one area. This imaging is used for a detailed herniated disk assessment and costs around $600.
- Second opinion. This includes an interdisciplinary review of existing scans to confirm the surgical plan.
- Consultation. An in-person meeting with the specialist to discuss symptoms and physical tests.
Treatment methods
The clinic offers several surgical and microsurgical paths to address disk issues and nerve compression:
- Spinal microsurgery. This involves microsurgical diskectomy or nerve root decompression to remove the pressure on the spinal nerves.
- Peripheral nerve microsurgery. Performed at the Millesi Center, this method uses supermicrosurgery for nerve repair after long-term compression.
- Neurosurgical intervention. Specialist assessment and management for complex spinal cases involving the nervous system.
Surgery package details
Surgical treatments for a herniated disk typically run between $12,000 and $18,000. This price depends on the individual proposal created after a professor reviews the MRI scans. The package usually includes:
- MRI review by a professor
- In-person consultation with the surgeon
- Surgical procedure and hospital stay
- Follow-up care at the clinic
- VIP services including airport transfer and interpreting
Patients traveling to Vienna should note that flights and hotel accommodation outside the hospital stay are not included in the surgical price. To receive a personalized plan, you may leave a request on Bookimed.
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1871
Year of foundation
300 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Herniated disk Treatment
12000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Herniated disk Treatment
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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
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| MRI of one area | $560 - $670 |
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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World's Best Hospitals 2026 by Newsweek
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World's Best Hospitals 2026 by Newsweek certificate for Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
World's Best Hospitals 2025 by Newsweek
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK): more details about the clinic
Austria, Vienna
The Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) is a private hospital in the university quarter of Vienna, Austria, next to the Vienna General Hospital and the Medical University of Vienna. Founded in 1871 and led since 1995 by a group of physicians, it works with more than 300 recognised doctors across over 30 specialities, and around 45 percent of its patients come from more than 20 countries. The clinic has 145 beds, seven wards and its own operating theatres, combining hospital medicine with a hotel standard of care.
Central European Cancer Center
Oncology is the clinic's central focus. The WPK Academy Central European Cancer Center brings together surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and pathologists, and every case is discussed by an interdisciplinary tumour board before treatment begins. Care covers the full path from diagnosis to therapy, using:
- Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
- Radiotherapy
- Immunotherapy and chemotherapy
- Heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for tumours in the abdomen
The centre is especially strong in cancers of the:
- Breast, prostate and urinary tract
- Skin
- Lung
- Digestive organs
- Head and neck
- Gynaecological organs
- Bone and soft tissue
It is led by Prof. Christoph Zielinski, and its team includes cancer surgeons such as the thoracic surgeon Prof. Walter Klepetko.
Diagnosis and Early Detection
Diagnostics are gathered under one roof, so results are available quickly and without repeated appointments. Imaging includes MRI, CT, PET-CT and SPECT-CT, alongside endoscopy and molecular analysis. The clinic also offers liquid biopsy, a blood test that can detect signs of a tumour at an early stage.
Surgery and Other Specialities
Beyond oncology, the WPK covers:
- General and abdominal surgery
- Orthopaedics and traumatology
- Sports medicine
- Urology
- Gastroenterology and hepatology
- Cardiovascular medicine
- ENT
The Millesi Center at the clinic focuses on peripheral nerve surgery, using microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. An on-site radiotherapy centre is run with Amethyst, and an aeromedical centre offers pilot fitness examinations. Patients can also request an independent second opinion.
Quality and Recognition
The Wiener Privatklinik is certified to ISO 9001:2015 by Quality Austria for its quality management, patient care and safety. It has been named one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek and Statista for six years running, from 2021 to 2026, and was recognised by Deloitte as one of Austria's Best Managed Companies in 2025.
International Patients
A dedicated team supports international patients with appointments, cost estimates, translation and the organisation of their stay. Information is available in several languages, and the clinic is a short distance from the city centre and airport.
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Anonymous • Herniated disk Albania
Feb 3, 2020
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I would absolutely recommend Bookimed to everyone
I was very satisfied with the overall service.
The medical team was top.
Everything clear, the medical was fluent in English which made our understanding of the problem much better. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Absolutely satisfied with Bookimed services. Both Angelina and Daria were very helpful, eager to assist. The Bookimed agent that waited for us at the clinic was very polite and also very dedicated. We had a fluid situation in requirement to see another doctor after the one that we had planned and the agent helped us and made it possible within 30 minutes.
I would absolutely recommend Bookimed to everyone.
About Bookimed service
Absolutely satisfied. Both Angelina and Daria were very helpful, eager to assist. The Bookimed agent that waited for us at the clinic was very polite and also very dedicated. We had a fluid situation in requirement to see another doctor after the one that we had planned and the agent helped us and made it possible within 30 minutes.
I would absolutely recommend Bookimed to everyone.
Anonymous • Herniated disk Albania
Feb 3, 2020
Verified review.
About Bookimed service
Completely satisfied. Both Angelina and Daria were very courteous and eager to help. The Bookimed agent who awaited us at the clinic was very polite and dedicated. We had an unstable situation that required consulting another doctor after the one we initially planned, and the agent assisted us, making it possible within 30 minutes. I would absolutely recommend Bookimed to everyone.Makardze • Herniated disk Georgia
Dec 16, 2019
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Makardze • Herniated disk Georgia
Dec 16, 2019
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The Best service, professional doctors who care about the patient, thank you Wiener Privatklinik staff!
The Best service, professional doctors who care about the patient, thank you wiener privatklinik staff!
Pelikangasse 15, 1090 Wien, Austria
updated 10/27/2026
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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