Last updated: 10/3/2025

Lung transplant in Austria: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

Why choose Austria for a lung transplant?

  • Accredited clinics: Clinics in Austria are recognized by the Österreichische Gesellschaft für Qualitätssicherung & Qualitätsmanagement in der Medizin GmbH (OEQMED). This ensures high standards of care and patient safety.
  • Latest technologies: Clinics use techniques such as Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion (EVLP) and devices like the Organ Care System (OCS) Lung by TransMedics. These tools enhance the viability of donor lungs.
  • High success rates: Lung transplant procedures in Austria have an efficacy rate of 85%. They show excellent outcomes for patients with conditions like COPD and cystic fibrosis.
  • Expert surgeons: Leading thoracic surgeons in Austria have performed over 500 lung transplants. They hold certifications from esteemed bodies such as the European Board of Thoracic Surgery (EBTS).

Access advanced Lung transplant solutions in trusted clinics .

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How Much Does Lung transplant Cost in Austria?

The cost of a lung transplant in Austria typically ranges from $77,000 to $110,000, depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s expertise, donor matching complexity, and post-op care needs. In the United States, the average cost is _price_compare_us_average_ (per UNOS). This means lung transplant surgery in Austria can be about _price_percent_discount_% less than in the U.S.

In Austria, the price usually covers pre-transplant evaluation, surgery, donor lung procurement, ICU stay, immunosuppressive medications, and standard follow-up care. In the U.S., the listed price often includes only the surgery and initial hospital stay, with separate billing for medications, extended ICU care, and long-term follow-up. Always confirm with your clinic exactly what is included in the package.

The price research is based on updated and verified costs from the Bookimed partner clinics.

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Lung transplant Overview in Austria

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85%
Surgery Time - 8 hours
Stay in the country - 30 days
Rehabilitation - 90 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 11292
Bookimed fees - $0

Our Doctors

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Walter Klepetko

47 years of experience
  • Co-developed extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for lung transplant procedures.
  • Trained internationally in Hong Kong, Canada, the USA, and the UK.
  • Started the Vienna Lung Transplant Program, conducting more than 100 transplants each year.
  • Certified in advanced chest surgical procedures and transplantation.
  • Successfully performed a lung transplant on Niki Lauda, the Formula 1 champion.

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The surgeon was extremely knowledgeable, and I am very pleased with the international service provided.
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Updated: 05/27/2022
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Anna Leonova
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