7 Best Atrial Fibrillation Treatment Clinics in Italy

Prof. Carlo Pappone has performed 130,000+ radiofrequency ablations, making him a lead specialist at this IRCCS-accredited center. The clinic maintains a 97% cardiac surgery success rate with modern telepresence robots. Diagnostics start from $40 for an ECG and $500 for a heart MRI. A consultation with Prof. Pappone costs around $600 and covers the ultrasound and history. Radiofrequency ablation typically runs $8,000–$20,000. This price covers the procedure and up to 4 nights in the hospital.

Dr. Paolo Della Bella has performed 1,100+ atrial fibrillation treatments at this accredited research hospital, which conducts over 52,000 operations annually. Diagnostic ECG may cost around $46 and consultations start from $277 – a special offer from $477. The minimally invasive radiofrequency ablation procedure includes the consultation and operation.

La Madonnina Clinic operates under San Donato Network, Italy's largest medical group, providing premium cardiac care in Milan. The multidisciplinary facility specializes in comprehensive medical examinations with a focus on patient comfort.

Dr. Giuseppe Speziale specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery for atrial fibrillation, with thousands of complex procedures performed. He is Vice President of GVM Care & Research and leads cardiac surgery departments at multiple hospitals. Dr. Speziale holds memberships in major cardiac societies, including the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. The clinic operates a dedicated cardiac unit with advanced surgical capabilities.

Maria Cecilia Hospital handles over 15% of cardiac surgeries in Italy with a dedicated Heart Team including cardiologists and cardiac surgeons. Dr. Saverio Iacopino, a pioneer in electrophysiology with 31 years of experience, was among the first in Italy to implant the Micra TPS leadless pacemaker and specializes in innovative cardiac ablations using DiamondTemp™ technology. He trained at Medtronic and European centers, holds multiple fellowships, and is a member of prominent cardiac societies.

Clinic Villa Stuart is a FIFA-accredited sports medicine hospital in Rome. It is one of the world's leading clinics for athletes, handling orthopedics, physiotherapy, and neurosurgery. Over 60,000 procedures are performed here each year.

• FIFA named Villa Stuart a center of the highest professional level for footballer treatment in 2010.
• Around 4,000 orthopedic surgeries and 25,000 professional consultations take place annually.
• 30 years of cooperation with world-class sports stars for rehabilitation and treatment.
• 181 doctors across 27 departments covering 9 specialties, including urology and gynecology.

Prof Giuseppe Speziale specializes in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, including treatments for atrial fibrillation, and received the "Top Doctors Awards" in 2021. He serves as National Coordinator of Cardiac Surgery for GVM Care & Research and directs cardiac surgery departments at multiple hospitals. With extensive experience in valve repair and myocardial revascularization, he is a member of prestigious associations like AATS and ISMICS.